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brisath
Explorer
Jul 23, 2013

Onan Marquis 7000 Generator Starter Revs But No Action

Parents just got a 1996 Winnebago Vectra. Using the starter switch on the generator, the starter revs very high but no attempt to turnover or start. It is an Onan 7000 with 1800 rpm 6.8 kW. Fuses look...
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harold1946
Explorer
Jul 23, 2013
Are you priming before trying to start?
The start switch is a rocker type. Press the bottom and hold in for 15-20 seconds, then try starting.
Be sure there is over 1/4 tank of gas in the RV or it will not start. It is a safety feature that will not let the genny drain all the gas.

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