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Cummins/Onan DQBA Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan DQBA is a 300 kW Diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan N14-G2 engine. It is available at 24 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 12 A. It holds about 34 L (9.0 gal) of oil and 51 L (13.5 gal) of coolant. Starting uses 2 group-8 batteries rated 1400 CCA at 12 V. An integrated tank holds 78.8 L (20.8 gal).

300 kW
Standby
34.0 L
Oil capacity
3
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power300 kW
ControllerDetector
Oil capacity34.0 L
Voltage options24 V
Phase3
Rated current12 A
Battery group['8D']
Battery cranking1400 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity51 L
Fuel tank78.8 L

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter4 hr find
Oil filter250 hr find
Belt3 hr find
CoolantCoolant
Coolant filter5060 hr find
Oil36.050 hr

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan DQBA?

The Cummins/Onan DQBA is rated 300 kW standby.

What engine does the Cummins/Onan DQBA use?

The Cummins/Onan DQBA is powered by the Cummins/Onan N14-G2 engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan DQBA use?

The Cummins/Onan DQBA runs on Diesel.

Troubleshooting

9

Fault codes

CodeMeaningCauseRemedy
231Warning lamp lights.Indicates battery voltage exceeds 32 VDC. Contact an authorized service center.
250Shutdown lamp lights.Indicates PCC memory error. Data corruption of critical operating parameters. Contact an authorized service center.
102Engine shuts down and will not crank.Indicates local or remote Emergency Stop.To reset the local Emergency Stop button : Pull the button out or turn the switch clockwise (button with arrow) and allow it to pop out. Move the Run/Off/Auto switch to Off. Press the Reset switch. Select Run or Auto, as required.

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine starts from generator control panel but will not start automatically or from a remote panel.(Note: The Run/Off/Auto switch must be in the Auto position for automatic or remote starting). Check the control wiring between the remote switch and the PCC. Contact an authorized service center.
No AC output voltage.Contact an authorized service center.
Control does not power up when the Run/Off/Auto switch is set to Run or the Self Test switch is pressed.There is no DC power to the control.A. Check for battery disconnected, discharged, or improperly connected. b. Fuse F1 (20A/32V, Type 3AG) may be open. Replace with the same type. (Fuse is mounted near engine starter/solenoid, see Figure 4-2). Contact an authorized service center.
Warning, Shutdown, and Non-Automatic lamps are not lit. Digital display shows main menu or selected menu.Indicates all engine systems are normal. No corrective action required
Non-Automatic lamp flashes.Indicates Run/Off/Auto switch is not in the Auto position. This will prevent automatic starting if an automatic transfer switch is used.Move the Run/Off/Auto switch to the Auto position for automatic operation.
Engine continues to operate at reduced RPM.Indicates that the engine is operating in idle mode. When the set is operating in the RUN mode, grounding the engine idle input causes generator build-up to be inhibited and the engine to be governed at 800 RPM.

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

Parts

4
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
0300-4623-09DFCB (600V)1Current transformer buy
0300-4623-10DFCC (600V)1Current transformer buy
0300-4623-24DFCB BR (0-480V)1Current transformer buy
0300-4623-27DFCC BR (0-480V)1Current transformer buy

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 — Cummins-installation-manual-DFAA-DFAB-DFAC-DFBC-DFBF-DFBD-DFBE-DFBF-DFCB-DFCC-DFCE-DFEB-DFEC-DFED-DFFA-DFFB-DFGA-DFGB-DFGC-DFJA-DFJB-DFJC-DFJD-DFLA-DFLB-DFLC-DFLD-DFLE-DFMB-DQAA-DQAB-DQBA-DQBB (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0268 Onan DQAA DQAB DQBA DQBB Parts Manual (9-1991) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 960-0101C Cummins DFBF DFCB DFCC DFCE DQBA DQBB Operators Manual (3-2001) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 960-0507C Cummins DFAA thru DFMB DQAA Service Manual (2-2004) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — Detector Control Generator Set Service Manual (Cummins/Onan)

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