Onan 3600lp turns propane regulator to red
My generator cut out last time I was out. That has never happened before. The 3600lp has always run flawlessly. I could start the generator up again but it would shut down after a few minutes. I n...
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I agree, the demand regulator must be a finicky system because there was absolutely no indication mine was bad. The diaphragm had no holes, the valve seat seemed to close and open properly and the troubleshooting test per the service manual did not indicate any problems. Obviously the diaphragm wears out to some degree which makes sense since it is a flexible sheet of material and in my case is about 10 years old sitting in a very dry climate.
I have the prime option on my unit also, but like yours all it does is open the electronic shut off valve and allow flow to the demand regulator. I suppose a simple prime would be to blow slightly in to the demand regulator vent tube while holding the prime button. That would open the demand regulator and allow flow to the carburetor.
Thanks for the pat on the back, I feel pretty good about getting it fixed.
I have the prime option on my unit also, but like yours all it does is open the electronic shut off valve and allow flow to the demand regulator. I suppose a simple prime would be to blow slightly in to the demand regulator vent tube while holding the prime button. That would open the demand regulator and allow flow to the carburetor.
Thanks for the pat on the back, I feel pretty good about getting it fixed.
