Onan LP Generator Problem UPDATE with new ?
Hello, I have an onan 3600 LP generator. It has only 92 hours on it, very little use by me or the original owner. I originally tried to T into the propane line post crossover regulator and discover...
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Engines need 3 things basically.
1. Compression- Unlikely problem for your gen but I have worked on small engines that had exhaust valves stick when hot. Gas engines with deposits.
2. Ignition- doesn't sound like yours but cant be ruled out until proven. Ignition problem usually but not always is more of a on/off condition.
3. Fuel supply- sounds closest to your problem. Lean fuel= surging, sputtering, loping, hunting, stalling, low power, white spark plug or very light color. Rich= blubbering, soot or black smoke with a gasoline engine, low power, fuel smell, black or dark colored spark plug.
Most small engine problems are fuel related. It doesn't mean that's what is wrong with yours.
1. Compression- Unlikely problem for your gen but I have worked on small engines that had exhaust valves stick when hot. Gas engines with deposits.
2. Ignition- doesn't sound like yours but cant be ruled out until proven. Ignition problem usually but not always is more of a on/off condition.
3. Fuel supply- sounds closest to your problem. Lean fuel= surging, sputtering, loping, hunting, stalling, low power, white spark plug or very light color. Rich= blubbering, soot or black smoke with a gasoline engine, low power, fuel smell, black or dark colored spark plug.
Most small engine problems are fuel related. It doesn't mean that's what is wrong with yours.
