Onan MicroLite 4000 series generator question
I have been having problems with the generator and in looking through my manual in an attempt to solve the problem (which is I believe related to the starter) I came across some terminology which I re...
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Is this a Model "4KY" genset? Please confirm that and provide the Spec Code (single letter at the end of Model.
And also please describe the problem.
I tried to look Overcrank up in the Service Manual for 4KY and didn't find it. My belief is it keeps the starter from being engaged too long and burning out. Many engines have a cranking time limitation.
If your problem is that it won't start, try priming the fuel system. (Again, if it's 4KY) Hold the Start/Stop rocker switch to STOP till it lights up then hold another several seconds. This causes the fuel pump to run, and you should hear a rattling sound which is the pump running. When it stops, the fuel bowl should be full. Then try to start the genset.
How long has it been since it last ran, and how did it run then?
And also please describe the problem.
I tried to look Overcrank up in the Service Manual for 4KY and didn't find it. My belief is it keeps the starter from being engaged too long and burning out. Many engines have a cranking time limitation.
If your problem is that it won't start, try priming the fuel system. (Again, if it's 4KY) Hold the Start/Stop rocker switch to STOP till it lights up then hold another several seconds. This causes the fuel pump to run, and you should hear a rattling sound which is the pump running. When it stops, the fuel bowl should be full. Then try to start the genset.
How long has it been since it last ran, and how did it run then?
