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Cummins/Onan 42GGFE Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan 42GGFE is a 42 kW (42 kVA) Natural Gas / LP standby generator set powered by a Ford ESG6421-6005-A engine. It is available at 120/240 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 350 A. Starting uses battery rated 620 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 2578×1049×1824 mm (101.5×41.3×71.8 in), weighs about 1160 kg (2557 lb) and produces 66.3 dBA at 7 m.

42 kW
Standby
2
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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas / LP
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power42 kW
Standby kVA42
ControllerPowerCommand 2100
Voltage options120/240 V
Phase1 or 3
Rated current350/175 A
Power factor1.0
Circuit breaker175 A
Battery cranking620 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Starting system12 V DC
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2578×1049×1824 mm
Dry weight1160 kg
Sound level66.3 dBA @ 7 m

Maintenance & consumables

for the Ford ESG6421-6005-A
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Oil filter
Belt

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherCompression ratio9.3
OtherFrequency regulation0%isochronous, no load to full load
SpeedOperating speed1800RPM
TemperatureCooling system ambient104°F
TemperatureOperating temperature-20 to 122°F
TemperatureTemperature rise at rated loadless than 125°Cat rated load, standby rating
VoltageVoltage regulation1%no load to full load

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan 42GGFE?

The Cummins/Onan 42GGFE is rated 42 kW standby (42.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Cummins/Onan 42GGFE?

The Cummins/Onan 42GGFE is powered by the Ford ESG6421-6005-A engine.

What kind of fuel does the Cummins/Onan 42GGFE run on?

The Cummins/Onan 42GGFE runs on Natural Gas / LP.

How loud is the Cummins/Onan 42GGFE?

The Cummins/Onan 42GGFE is rated at 66.3 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the Cummins/Onan 42GGFE?

The Cummins/Onan 42GGFE has a dry weight of 1160 kg (2557 lb).

What voltages is the Cummins/Onan 42GGFE available in?

The Cummins/Onan 42GGFE is offered in 120/240 V, 1 or 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the Cummins/Onan 42GGFE require?

The Cummins/Onan 42GGFE uses 12 V each, 620 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet. The starting system is 12 V DC.

Troubleshooting

6

Fault codes

CodeMeaning
121Speed Signal Lost
135Oil Pressure Sensor High
141Oil Pressure Sensor Low
143Pre-Low Oil Pressure Sensor
144Coolant Temperature Sensor High
145Coolant Temperature Sensor Low

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Cummins/Onan 42GGFE troubleshooting guide (53 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
122-0859Filter, Oil1Oil filter Amazon eBay
140-3147Element, Replacement - Air Cleaner1Air filter Amazon eBay
140-3272Element, Replacement - Air Cleaner Heavy Duty1Air filter Amazon eBay
146-0807Gasket, Throttle Body1Gasket Amazon eBay
193-0444Sender, Oil Pressure (S1)1Sensor Amazon eBay
193-0529-01Sender, Oil Temperature1Sensor Amazon eBay
503-2296-01Hose, Breather1Breather hose Amazon eBay
504-0176Valve, Oil Drain1Oil filter Amazon eBay
511-0161-19Belt, Serpentine1Belt Amazon eBay $60.00
307-2930Valve, Solenoid1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby25%9.12.4
Standby50%13.63.6
Standby75%18.24.8
Standby100%22.76.0

Available documents

Spec sheet — s-1381.pdf (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 928-0243 Cummins GGFD GGFE Parts Manual (1-2016) (Cummins/Onan)

This page was generated from the 2 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.

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