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Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ is a 450 kW (563 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9 engine. It is available at 110/190 V, 120/208 V, 230/400 V, 347/600 V, 110/220 V, 127/220 V, 240/416 V, 115/200 V, 139/240 V, 255/440 V, 115/230 V, 220/380 V and 277/480 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 83.3 L (22.0 gal) of oil and 57.9 L (15.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. The set measures 3864×1524×1812 mm (152.1×60.0×71.3 in), weighs about 4098 kg (9035 lb) and produces 74 dBA at 7 m. The same QSX15-G9 engine also powers generator sets from Katolight and MQ Power.

450 kW
Standby
14.9 L
Displacement
83.3 L
Oil capacity
3
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Service parts for the 450 DFEJ

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power450 kW
Standby kVA563
Prime power410 kW
EmissionsEPA NSPS Stationary Emergency Tier 2
ControllerPCC2100, PowerCommand 2.3
Oil capacity83.3 L
AlternatorStamford/AvK HC5F (alternator data sheet ADS-306 lists frame size HC5D) (4-pole, Class Class H insulation)
Voltage options110/190 V, 120/208 V, 230/400 V, 347/600 V, 110/220 V, 127/220 V, 240/416 V, 115/200 V, 139/240 V, 255/440 V, 115/230 V, 220/380 V, 277/480 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker800 A
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3864×1524×1812 mm
Dry weight4098 kg
Wet weight4234 kg
Sound level74.0 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9
Oil capacity83.3 L
Coolant capacity57.9 L
Displacement14.9 L
AspirationTurbocharged with air-to-air charge air-cooling
Rated speed1800 rpm

Same engine, other brands

2 brands

The Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9 in this set also powers 5 generator sets sold under 2 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
KatolightD500FJZ4, D500FNZ4, D500FPZ4, D500FRZ4
MQ PowerCG500C2

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterL028-250 hr eBay
Fuel filterNew o-ring seal supplied with the new filter. For Biodiesel applications use gasket pack 3950445 S (green) and change with every filter change.
Oil filter885 hrs 5/13/25500 hr
Battery2 8D batteries100 hr
Coolant-3557.98 hr
Oil88.0 L8 hr

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherBattery charging alternator output35Amps
OtherCompression ratio17.0:1
OtherOverspeed limit2150 ± 50rpm
PressureBMEP at set rated load2433.9kPastandby rating
PressureBMEP at set rated load2433.9 (353.0)kPa (psi)standby rating
PressureMaximum air cleaner restriction6.2kPa
PressureMaximum air cleaner restriction6.2 (25.0)kPa (in H2O)
PressureMaximum back pressure10.2 (41.0)kPa (in H2O)
PressureMaximum back pressure (exhaust)10.2kPa
PressureMaximum cooling air flow static restriction0.12 (0.5)kPa (in H2O)
PressureMaximum exhaust back pressure10.2 (41.0)kPa (in H2O)
PressureMaximum inlet restriction (fuel)127.0mm Hg
PressureMaximum inlet restriction (fuel)127.0 (5.0)mm Hg (in Hg)
PressureMaximum return restriction (fuel)165.1mm Hg
PressureMaximum return restriction (fuel)165.1 (6.5)mm Hg (in Hg)
SpeedFrequency regulationIsochronous
SpeedPiston speed10.1m/srated speed
SpeedRated speed1800rpm
TemperatureCooling system ambient design (optional set-mounted radiator)50°C
TemperatureCooling system ambient design (standard set-mounted radiator)40°C
TemperatureExhaust temperature482.8 (901.0)°C (°F)standby rating, set rated load
TemperatureExhaust temperature at set rated load466.7°Cprime rating
TemperatureExhaust temperature at set rated load482.8°Cstandby rating
TemperatureExhaust temperature at set rated load482.8 (901.0)°C (°F)standby rating
TemperatureStandard temperature rise125°Cstandby at 40 °C ambient
VoltageEqualize voltage6.5% above float voltage sensing
VoltageFloat voltage – 12VDC batteries12.87, 13.08, 13.31, 13.50, 13.62, 14.30VDCdefault 13.50
VoltageFloat voltage – 24VDC batteries25.74, 26.16, 26.62, 27.00, 27.24, 28.60VDCdefault 27.00
VoltageInput voltage AC (battery charger)120, 208, 240 ±10%VAC
VoltageOutput voltage regulation (battery charger)±0.5%line and load regulation
VoltageVoltage regulation, no load to full load± 0.5%

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

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelDieselFuel type: Diesel

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

Fault codes

6
CodeNameMeaningSeverityAction
27Low AC voltage shutdownVoltage on any phase has dropped below a preset value; adjustable 50-95% of reference, delay 2-20 seconds; default 85% for 10 secondsShutdownInvestigate voltage regulation / load
32Reverse power shutdownAdjustment range 5-20% of standby kW rating, delay 1-15 seconds; default 10%, 3 secondsShutdownInvestigate paralleling / load
59High AC voltage shutdownOutput voltage on any phase exceeds preset values; time to trip inversely proportional to amount above threshold. Adjustable 105-125% of nominal voltage, time delay adjustable 0.1-10 seconds. Default 110% for 10 seconds.ShutdownInvestigate voltage regulation / sensing
81 oOver frequency shutdown/warningGenset operating at potentially damaging frequency; adjustable 2-10 Hz above nominal, 1-20 s delay, default 6 Hz / 20 s (disabled)WarningShutdown/warning on over frequency
81 uUnder frequency shutdownGenset output frequency cannot be maintained; adjustable 2-10 Hz below reference, 5-20 s delay, default 6 Hz / 10 sShutdownInvestigate governor / load
Fail to start (overcrank) shutdownGenset fails to start by completion of the engine crank sequenceShutdownCheck fuel, batteries, cranking system

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

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
110/190312Full load current at Standby rating: 1901 A
110/220312Full load current at Standby rating: 1642 A
115/230312Full load current at Standby rating: 1571 A
120/208312Full load current at Standby rating: 1737 A
139/240312Full load current at Standby rating: 1505 A
220/380312Full load current at Standby rating: 951 A
230/400312Full load current at Standby rating: 903 A
240/416312Full load current at Standby rating: 868 A
255/440312Full load current at Standby rating: 821 A
277/4803Wye, 4 Wire12Full load current at Standby rating: 753 A
277/4803Wye, 4 wire12Alternator 60 Hz, 12 lead, limited range, 125 °C; single phase power may be taken at up to 40% of nameplate kW at unity power factor
347/600312Full load current at Standby rating: 602 A

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 size generator is the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ is rated 450 kW standby (563.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ is powered by the Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ run on?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ take?

The Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9 engine in the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ has an oil capacity of 83.3 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ cooling system holds 57.9 liters (15.3 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ is rated 410 kW prime (513 kVA), against 450 kW standby.

How loud is the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ is rated at 74.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ has a dry weight of 4098 kg (9034 lb).

What voltage does the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ produce?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ is offered in 110/190 V, 120/208 V, 230/400 V, 347/600 V, 110/220 V, 127/220 V, 3-phase.

What alternator comes on the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ uses a Stamford/AvK HC5F (alternator data sheet ADS-306 lists frame size HC5D) alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class Class H.

What air filter does the Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ use?

The Cummins/Onan 450 DFEJ uses air filter part number L028-2.

Troubleshooting

4

Fault codes

CodeMeaning
59Output voltage on any phase exceeds preset values.
27Voltage on any phase has dropped below a preset value.
81 uGenerator set output frequency cannot be maintained.
81 oGenerator set is operating at a potentially damaging frequency level.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
0179-3536Coolant heater (Revision E)Service part / kit eBay
0402-0222Vibration isolator (non-seismic rated, does not carry IBC/OSHPD certification)Service part / kit buy
0402-0234Vibration isolator (non-seismic rated, does not carry IBC/OSHPD certification)Service part / kit buy
0402-0246Vibration isolator (non-seismic rated, does not carry IBC/OSHPD certification)Service part / kit buy
0402-0427Vibration isolator (non-seismic rated, does not carry IBC/OSHPD certification)Service part / kit buy
A035H139Switch, Pushbutton1Service part / kit eBay
A040U808Harness, Control − Door (Includes Items 30 & 31)1Service part / kit eBay
A046Y204Shield, Wiring1Service part / kit eBay
CC2609Fleetguard Water-Check H2O 3-Way Test Strips1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
TB3-5Generator Set Control Panel Terminal Block1Service part / kit Amazon eBay FridayParts $399.75
TB3-6Generator Set Control Panel Terminal Block1Service part / kit Amazon eBay FridayParts $65.10

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
Prime25%41.010.9
Prime50%67.017.6
Prime75%90.023.7
Prime100%115.030.4
Standby25%44.011.6
Standby50%71.018.8
Standby75%97.025.7
Standby100%130.034.4

Available documents

Spec sheet — 0c0d7d52 new-Cummins-DFEK-sound-attunated-enclosure-submittal (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — CSDG-500-kW-DFEK-2019-Submittal (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — New-Cummins-DFEK-submittal (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — cummins-dfej-sn-k050849457-bom-1776688538 (Cummins/Onan)Reference — s-1443 (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — A040G238 I21 202502 (Cummins/Onan)

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