Onan Backfire - Not A Good Thing
When not traveling I run my Onan 2800 for one hour under a 1500w load every other week. Always, when starting it takes a couple of tries for a few seconds for it to start, drawing up gas from the fuel...
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Makin' Do wrote:
Coming thru the exhaust. Have to try a choke adjustment. Once it's starts it runs just fine.
This unit does not have a prime button.
I never let the starter crank for more than five seconds, and never more than three times before letting I rest.
Owners manual says to run the generator once a month for two hours under half load. I prefer to run it one hour twice a month.
Sam Spade- What would be your reasoning for not running the generator below 40F? How would that be harmful? One thing I'd sure like to avoid is trashing my generator.
The reason for the run time under load is to ensure that all parts of the generator including the alternator and all electronics are thoroughly warmed to drive out any trace of moisture. Running it for a shorter time than called for may not not have the desired result.
