Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 250 kW |
| Standby kVA | 312 |
| Controller | YB Type |
| Oil capacity | 40.0 L |
| Alternator | YB |
| Voltage options | 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 139/240 V, 240/416 V, 254/440 V, 277/480 V |
| Phase | 3 |
| Rated current | 867 A |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Battery group | 8D |
| Battery cranking | 225 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 24 V |
| Battery quantity | 2 |
| Coolant capacity | 55 L |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 2896×1118×1829 mm |
| Dry weight | 2867 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 40.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 55.0 L |
| Displacement | 14.0 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Cummins/Onan NTA855-G| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | 500 hr | |||
| Fuel filter | — | 500 hr | |||
| Oil filter | — | 500 hr | |||
| Belt | — | ||||
| Coolant | 55.0 liters | — | 2000 hr | ||
| Oil | ASTM D2 | 40.0 liters | — | 500 hr |
Common questions
What size generator is the Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz?
The Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz is rated 250 kW standby (312.5 kVA).
What engine does the Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz use?
The Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz is powered by the Cummins/Onan NTA855-G engine.
What kind of fuel does the Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz run on?
The Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz runs on Diesel.
How much oil does the Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz take?
The Cummins/Onan NTA855-G engine in the Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz has an oil capacity of 40.0 liters.
Which alternator is fitted to the Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz?
The Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz uses a YB alternator.
Troubleshooting
6Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Remedy |
|---|---|
| Engine stops cranking and fault lamp lights, after cranking approximately 75 seconds. | See engine service manual for troubleshooting fuel system. After correcting problem, reset engine monitor relay by placing Run-Stop/Reset-Remote switch to Stop/Reset position, then back to the required running position. |
| Fault lamp lights immediately after engine starts. | Check for: Overspeed condition as engine starts. |
| Fault lamp lights and engine shuts down after running for a period. | A. Oil level. Engine will shut down if sensor is closed. b. Check engine manual for troubleshooting oil system. c. High engine temperature. Check coolant level; check water flow (city water cooled systems); check radiator for free air flow, and fan belts for tightness. See engine manual for troubleshooting cooling system. d. Check for faulty oil pressure sensor or faulty high engine temperature sensor. |
| Engine runs, shuts down and cranks for 75-seconds. Cranking cycle stops; fault lamp lights. | Check fuel supply. |
| Fault lamp lights, no fault exists. | To check a no-fault condition, disconnect leads from TBl terminals 29, 30 and 31. If fault lamp lights with leads disconnected, replace engine monitor board. Reconnect leads. |
| Overcrank 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. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Cummins/Onan DFM Series 60Hz troubleshooting guide (14 entries) →
Parts
2| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 140-1346 | Air Cleaner (Includes Element) | 1 | Air filter | Amazon eBay |
| 100-1359 | Engine, Replacement (Cummins NTA855G) | 1 | Service 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
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standby | 100% | 18.4 | 4.86 |