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DAS26miles
Explorer II
May 14, 2016

Onan 4kw white smoke won't run, gas running out

Just filled up my Class C motorhome as we are getting ready for a trip. The MH and Onan generator are less than 1 year old and has been run a few times a month while camping under load or exercised. ...
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riggsp
Explorer
May 15, 2016
Be sure to check the oil level in the generator...a stuck float, not allowing the needle valve to close, can fill the oil sump with gasoline...that may be where the white smoke is coming from...oil level too high and being pulled into the cylinder through the breather.

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