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Cummins/Onan C300N6 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 is a 300 kW (375 kVA) Natural gas standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan GTA855E engine. It is available at 277/480 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 451 A. It holds about 34 L (9.0 gal) of oil and 136 L (35.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses battery rated 900 CCA at 24 V. The set produces 73.4 dBA at 7 m.

300 kW
Standby
14.0 L
Displacement
34.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the C300N6

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

Fuel system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelNatural gas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power300 kW
Standby kVA375
ControllerPowerCommand 3.3 MLD
Oil capacity34.0 L
AlternatorS4L1D-D41 (4-pole, Class Class H insulation)
Voltage options277/480 V
Phase3
Rated current451 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker600 A
Battery cranking900 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Coolant capacity136 L
Max ambient40 °C
Sound level73.4 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

Cummins/Onan GTA855E
Oil capacity34.0 L
Coolant capacity136.0 L
Displacement14.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged and coolant-air aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan GTA855E
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter149-0751 Amazon eBay
Oil filter
Battery
Belt
Coolant136.0
Oil34.0
Spark plug

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherBMEP at set rated load243psi
OtherCompression ratio8.5:1
OtherMaximum speed2250rpm
OtherPiston speed1795ft./min
PressureCatalyst back pressure20.4in. H2O
PressureFuel inlet pressure maximum operating20in. H2O
PressureFuel inlet pressure minimum operating14in. H2O
PressureMax air cleaner restriction (dirty filter)15in. H2O
PressureMax allowable system back pressure47.7in. H2O
PressureMax cooling air flow static restriction0.5in. H2O
ResistanceRotor resistance1.05Ohms@ 22°C
ResistanceStator resistance (L-L)0.0248Ohms@ 22°C
SpeedOverspeed limit2100rpm
TemperatureAmbient design104°F
TemperatureExhaust temp1146°F
TorqueTightening torque (circuit breaker lug)442.54Lbf.InAWG 3/0...500 kcmil
VoltageExcitation current full load2.3 – 2.2Ampsfull load
VoltageExcitation current no load0.7 – 0.5Ampsno load

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
Coolant50/50 Mix136.0 LSystem filled prior to shipment; Anti-Freeze 50/50 mix
FuelNatural gasFuel consumption at 100% load: 4098 SCFH; Required operating fuel pressure: 14-20 in H2O

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

Procedures

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Switch Adjustment adjustment

Tools: wire seal MICROTUSEAL

  1. Open switch cover (A).
  2. Adjust the appropriate switches (B) to desired values.
  3. Replace switch cover. Use wire seal MICROTUSEAL (C), if necessary, to provide tamper evidence.
Trip Unit Operation Verification diagnostic

Tools: test kit

  1. Set pickup levels.
  2. Set time delay.
  3. Use a test kit connected to the trip unit test plug receptacle (A) to verify trip unit is functioning as desired.

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
208/416312winding 311
220/440312winding 311
230/460312winding 311
240 Delta312winding 311
240/480312winding 311
277/480312genset rated voltage, 3ph

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 C300N6?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 is rated 300 kW standby (375.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Cummins/Onan C300N6?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 is powered by the Cummins/Onan GTA855E engine.

What kind of fuel does the Cummins/Onan C300N6 run on?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 runs on Natural gas.

What's the oil capacity on a Cummins/Onan C300N6?

The Cummins/Onan GTA855E engine in the Cummins/Onan C300N6 has an oil capacity of 34.0 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the Cummins/Onan C300N6?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 cooling system holds 136 liters (35.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How loud is the Cummins/Onan C300N6?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 is rated at 73.4 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What voltages is the Cummins/Onan C300N6 available in?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 is offered in 277/480 V, 3-phase.

What battery does the Cummins/Onan C300N6 use?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 uses 24 V each, 900 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the Cummins/Onan C300N6?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 uses a S4L1D-D41 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class Class H.

What fuel filter fits the Cummins/Onan C300N6?

The Cummins/Onan C300N6 uses fuel filter part number 149-0751.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomRemedy
Battle short modeIf enabled and the battle short switch is active, some shutdown faults will be bypassed. However, emergency stop shutdowns and other critical operations are not bypassed.
DerateThe Derate function reduces output power of the genset in response to a fault condition. In utility parallel mode, it actively reduces power by lowering the base load kW to the derated target kW.
Configurable alarm and status inputsThe control accepts up to four alarm or status inputs (configurable contact closed to ground or open) to indicate a configurable condition. The control is programmable for warning, derate, shutdown, shutdown with cooldown or status indication and for labeling the input.
Emergency stopAnnunciated whenever either emergency stop signal is received from an external switch.
General prime mover protectionLow and high battery voltage warning - Indicates status of the battery charging system (failure) by continuously monitoring battery voltage. Weak battery warning - The control system will test the battery each time the genset is signaled to start and indicate a warning if the battery indicates impending failure. Low coolant level warning – Can be set up to be a warning or

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
0307-3047Relay (24V)Relay 24v Amazon eBay
0332-3923-02Terminal Block3Terminal block Amazon eBay
0332-3925-02Jumper-TerminalJumper terminal Amazon eBay
0332-3943-02Jumper-TerminalJumper terminal Amazon eBay
0332-4036-02Terminal Block (Earth)Terminal block Amazon eBay
0249-0814Relay 2P Base1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
0332-3926Terminal Block (End Stop)2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
0332-3927-02Terminal Block (End Plate)1Service 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.

Available documents

Spec sheet — A042J578Spec sheet — New-Cummins-C300N6-submittal (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.