Onan 3.6KY Propane Generator Starting Issue
Our new to us class C rig, 2008 very lightly used. The generator only has 2 hours on it over the past 15 years. I can't get it to start and strongly suspect its the fuel shutoff solenoid. I can hea...
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When you say the generator will not "start"...do you mean it will not turn over (crank) with starter, or it cranks but will not run?
The problem with LP fueled systems is usually fuel related, and many times is simply a plugged up LP regulator atmosphere vent hose. Insects, namely wasps or dirt-dobbers love the smell of LP and crawl up hose, build nests, and stop up the hose. then the regulator diaphragm cannot move freely to allow fuel to engine. Do not blow high pressure air into regulator, it will rupture diaphragm. remove hose from regulator, then blow it out. Of course, do basics first. Ensure spark is getting to spark plug, and regulator at fuel tank is supplying fuel to generator.
The problem with LP fueled systems is usually fuel related, and many times is simply a plugged up LP regulator atmosphere vent hose. Insects, namely wasps or dirt-dobbers love the smell of LP and crawl up hose, build nests, and stop up the hose. then the regulator diaphragm cannot move freely to allow fuel to engine. Do not blow high pressure air into regulator, it will rupture diaphragm. remove hose from regulator, then blow it out. Of course, do basics first. Ensure spark is getting to spark plug, and regulator at fuel tank is supplying fuel to generator.
