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Cummins/Onan DYJ Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan DYJ is a 45 kW (45 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Allis-Chalmers 2800 Mark 1 engine. It is available at 120/240 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz.

45 kW
Standby
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power45 kW
Standby kVA45
Voltage options120/240 V
Phase3
Circuit breaker1 A

Maintenance & consumables

for the Allis-Chalmers 2800 Mark 1
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter140-1089 PartsGeek
Oil filter4630787 PartsGeek FridayParts $20.00
Oil

Compatible filters for the Allis-Chalmers 2800 Mark 1 — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Air filter: Allis-Chalmers 0243162 Allis-Chalmers 1005365 Donaldson P181052 Donaldson P181054 Ac Delco A1430C

Common questions

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

The Cummins/Onan DYJ is rated 45 kW standby (45.0 kVA).

What engine does the Cummins/Onan DYJ use?

The Cummins/Onan DYJ is powered by the Allis-Chalmers 2800 Mark 1 engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan DYJ use?

The Cummins/Onan DYJ runs on Diesel.

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, ignition system, etc. After correcting problem, reset the * engine monitor by moving run-stop/reset-remote switch to reset position. Release and return to run position.
Fault lamp lights immediately after engine starts.Check for: a. overspeed condition as engine starts. b. high temperature condition. c. faulty high engine temperature sensor or overspeed switch. d. faulty starter disconnect.
Fault lamp lights after engine is running.Check the following: a. Oil level-engine will shut down after approximately 12-1/2 seconds if low oil pressure sensor does not open. b. Oil pressure sensor may be defective. c. High engine temperature - caused by low coolant level, faulty thermostat, etc. d. Faulty high engine temperature sensor. e. Faulty starter disconnect.
Fault lamp lights - no fault condition exists.Be certain that no fault condition exists. Disconnect lead 29, 30 and 31 from TB11 inside control box (refer to wiring diagram). If fault lamp still lights with leads disconnected, remove and replace engine monitor plug-in printed circuit board.
Overcrank fault lamp lights and engine stops cranking after approximately 75 seconds.See engine service manual for troubleshooting fuel system, ignition system, etc. After correcting fault, reset monitor by moving run-stop/reset-remote switch to reset position, then to either run or remote to restart engine.
Overcrank fault lamp lights after engine has run for approximately 75 seconds.Replace start-disconnect circuit board.
High engine temperature lamp lights as soon as engine starts.Check for defective sensor or actual high temperature condition.
Low oil pressure lamp lights after engine is running.Check: a. Oil level - engine will shut down after approximately 12-1/2 seconds if oil pressure is low.
High engine temperature lamp lights after engine is running.Check for: a. Defective thermostat/thermostats. b. Low coolant level. c. Defective high engine temperature sensor.
Overspeed lamp lights - no fault condition exists.Replace overspeed circuit board.
Low oil pressure fault lamp lights - no fault condition exists.Be certain that no fault condition exists. Disconnect lead 30 from TB11 inside control box (refer to wiring diagram). If low oil pressure lamp still lights, remove and replace engine monitor plug-in printed circuit board.
High engine temperature fault lamp lights - no fault condition exists.Be certain that no fault condition exists. Remove lead 31 from TB11 inside control box (refer to wiring diagram). If high engine temperature lamp still lights, remove and replace engine monitor plug-in printed circuit board.
When pressing test lamp button - one or more fault lamps do not light.Fault lamp/lamps burned out - replace.

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
140-1089Pump, Electric Fuel1Pump PartsGeek
149-0554Pump, Fuel (Complete)1Pump PartsGeek
149-1446Gasket, Cover1Gasket PartsGeek
149-1447Magnet Filter1Fuel filter PartsGeek
149-1453Cover Gasket1Gasket PartsGeek
191-0725Sender, Water Temperature Gauge1Sensor PartsGeek
191-0791Fuel Sediment Filter1Sensor PartsGeek
300-0679Monitor, Engine Control1Sensor PartsGeek
309-01691 Begin Spec G 25 261Sensor PartsGeek
309-0179Switch, Water Temperature1Sensor PartsGeek
503-0008Belt, Alternator Drive1Belt PartsGeek
503-0594Hose, Radiator - Upper10Hose PartsGeek
503-0595Hose, Radiator - Lower4Hose PartsGeek
130-0449Cap, Radiator1Service part / kit PartsGeek
130-0809Radiator1Service part / kit PartsGeek
130-0810Guard, Fan (R.H.)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
130-0811Guard, Fan (L.H.)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
193-0106Gauge, Water Temperature1Service part / kit PartsGeek
193-0107Gauge, Oil Pressure1Service part / kit PartsGeek
201-1719Rotor Assembly, Wound1Service part / kit PartsGeek
201-1721Rotor Assembly, Wound (3R Sets)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
201-1739Rotor Assembly, Wound - Exciter1Service part / kit PartsGeek
338-0519Harness, Wiring - Engine Control1Service part / kit PartsGeek
504-0028Valve, Radiator Drain2Service 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.

Available documents

Owner's manual — 973-0311 Onan DYJ Operator's and Parts Manual (3-1974) (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 0932-0112 Onan Post-Sale Literature Index (07-1998) (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 973-0226 Onan DYJ Parts Manual (8-1980) (Cummins/Onan)