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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We think of use and exercise as being needed for the Engine Part of the GenSet. It's also needed for the Generator Part. If not run long/hot enough to drive moisture out, it's possible for the steel laminations in the Generator to rust and they swell when they rust. Enough rust and the Rotor can't Rotate. There are also Contacts in the Genset (Slip Rings and Brushes) that can corrode or stick. Then it won't Generate.
You'll lose it if you don't USE it.
About "No Pop" when you try to crank it... The generator seems to check for adequate Battery Voltage before allowing the Starter to engage. At least that's what happened with our 4KY Spec K when the Coach (House) Battery failed. Most coaches are set up so the Chassis Alternator charges the Coach Battery when the Engine is Running. Try running the Road Engine awhile then try to start the GenSet. If it tries then, the Coach Battery (and of course any Connections) might be suspect.
You'll lose it if you don't USE it.
About "No Pop" when you try to crank it... The generator seems to check for adequate Battery Voltage before allowing the Starter to engage. At least that's what happened with our 4KY Spec K when the Coach (House) Battery failed. Most coaches are set up so the Chassis Alternator charges the Coach Battery when the Engine is Running. Try running the Road Engine awhile then try to start the GenSet. If it tries then, the Coach Battery (and of course any Connections) might be suspect.
