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Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R is a 600 kW (750 kVA) Diesel (ASTM No. 2) standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan KT2300-G engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 151.4 L (40.0 gal) of oil and 207.9 L (54.9 gal) of coolant. Starting uses 4 group-8 batteries rated 1620 CCA at 24 V.

600 kW
Standby
37.7 L
Displacement
151.4 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel (ASTM No. 2)
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power600 kW
Standby kVA750
Oil capacity151.4 L
Voltage options120/208 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery group8D
Battery cranking1620 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity207.9 L

Engine

Cummins/Onan KT2300-G
Oil capacity151.4 L
Coolant capacity207.9 L
Displacement37.7 L
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan KT2300-G
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterPaper type140-1371 PartsGeek
Fuel filterReplaceable element find
Oil filterReplaceable element in housing500 hr find
Coolant207.9 l2000 hr
OilASTM D2890 and MIL-L-2104-C151.4 l500 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R?

The Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R is rated 600 kW standby (750.0 kVA).

What engine does the Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R use?

The Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R is powered by the Cummins/Onan KT2300-G engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R use?

The Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R runs on Diesel (ASTM No. 2).

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R?

The Cummins/Onan KT2300-G engine in the Cummins/Onan 600 DFX-4R has an oil capacity of 151.4 liters.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomRemedy
Fault lamp lights and engine stops cranking after approximately 75-seconds.See engine service manual for troubleshooting fuel system. After correcting fault, reset engine monitor relay by placing Run-Stop/Reset-Remote switch to Stop/Reset position, depressing Reset button, then to the required running position.
Engine runs, shuts down, cranks for 75-seconds, cranking cycle stops, light ON.Check fuel supply.
"Low oil pressure shutdown."Check— a. Oil level. Replenish if necessary. b. Sensor. Faulty sensor will shut down engine. c. Refer to engine service manual for troubleshooting guide for oil system.
"High engine temperature shutdown."Check— a. Coolant level. Replenish is necessary. b. City water cooled sets. Check water flow, valves, etc. c. Check sensor; check thermostat.
DizzinessGet out into fresh air immediately.
Weakness and SleepinessGet out into fresh air immediately.
VomitingGet out into fresh air immediately.
Muscular TwitchingGet out into fresh air immediately.

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
130-1032Tube, Coolant - Right Side1Hose PartsGeek
130-1033Tube, Coolant - Left Side1Hose PartsGeek
130-1043Tube, Coolant - Lower1Hose PartsGeek
140-1370Air Cleaner (Includes Replacement Filter)2Air filter PartsGeek
140-1371Filter, Air - Paper (Replacement)2Air filter PartsGeek
191-0688Alternator - Includes Regulator (Motorola #70D44039B04)1Alternator PartsGeek
193-0108Sender, Oil Pressure1Sensor PartsGeek
193-0109Sender, Temperature - Engine Coolant1Sensor PartsGeek
309-01691 Begin Spec G 25 261Sensor PartsGeek
309-0178Sender, Water Temperature2Sensor PartsGeek
309-0179Switch, Thermostatic - High Coolant Temperature Shutdown2Sensor PartsGeek
309-0269Air Cleaner (Includes Element) - Standard1Sensor PartsGeek ironwing $32.86
309-0272Air Cleaner - Heavy Duty (10" Inlet Tube)1Sensor PartsGeek
511-0059Belt, Drive1Belt PartsGeek
100-1383Replacement Engine (Cummins Model KT2300G)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
130-1044Radiator, Engine Coolant1Service part / kit PartsGeek

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
Standby100%174.046.0

Available documents

Operator's manual — 960-0317 Onan DFX Operator's and Parts Manual (5-1976) (Cummins/Onan)