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backbencher
Explorer
Apr 04, 2014

Onan 2.8 turns over, dies when start button released

2001 Dodge Roadtrek, Onan 2.8 in spare tire well. I full time, and have been using the generator regularly since the last oil change a couple of months ago. Last used it a couple of days ago with no...
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backbencher
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Apr 06, 2014
No, I have a low oil switch, but it generally dies several seconds after releasing the switch. However, tonight it started just fine & ran to A/C switchover before I cut it off. We'll try it again in the morning.

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