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Cummins/Onan GGHG Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan GGHG is a 85 kW (106 kVA) natural gas standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan WSG-1068 engine. It is available at 12 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 295 A. It holds about 6.1 L (1.6 gal) of oil and 33.1 L (8.7 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 1 group-31 battery rated 1000 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 2662×1016×1397 mm (104.8×40.0×55.0 in) and weighs about 1071 kg (2361 lb).

85 kW
Standby
6.8 L
Displacement
6.1 L
Oil capacity
5
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Specifications

Fuelnatural gas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power85 kW
Standby kVA106
Prime power85 kW
EmissionsEPA
ControllerDetector, PowerCommand 2100, PowerCommand PCC2100
Oil capacity6.1 L
Voltage options12 V
Phase3
Rated current295 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group31
Battery cranking1000 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity33.1 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2662×1016×1397 mm
Dry weight1071 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan WSG-1068
Oil capacity6.1 L
Coolant capacity33.1 L
Displacement6.8 L
AspirationTurbocharger
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan WSG-1068
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter find
Oil filter find
Belt find
Coolant filter find
Oil6.1 l

Common questions

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

The Cummins/Onan GGHG is rated 85 kW standby (106.0 kVA).

What engine does the Cummins/Onan GGHG use?

The Cummins/Onan GGHG is powered by the Cummins/Onan WSG-1068 engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan GGHG use?

The Cummins/Onan GGHG runs on natural gas.

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan GGHG?

The Cummins/Onan WSG-1068 engine in the Cummins/Onan GGHG has an oil capacity of 6.1 liters.

Troubleshooting

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Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
FAULT 1 or FAULT 2The FAULT 1 or FAULT 2 fault lamp lights. Engine shuts down immediately, engine runs for several seconds and then shuts down, or engine continues to run.
CHECK ENGFault lamp lights but no fault exists. Engine gauges show oil pressure, engine temperature, and frequency (speed) are within normal limits.The monitor board or a sensor may be at fault. Contact an authorized service center for service.
6Cranking voltage is too low to reach required cranking speed.A. While cranking the engine, measure voltage directly across the battery terminals and then immediately across the starter motor terminal and the grounding bolt on the block. Cable, terminal or relay contact resistance is too high if the difference is more than 2 volts. Service as necessary. b. Recharge or replace the battery. Specific gravity for a fully charged battery is approximately 1.260 at 80° F (27° C). c. Replace the engine-driven battery charging alternator if normal battery charging voltage is not between 12 and 14 volts.
7The engine ignition system is malfunctioning.Refer to wiring diagrams in Section 7. V6 Engine: a. Check for battery VDC at coil while cranking. (Red wire with green stripe.) b. Spec C − Check Ford engine harness ground lead connection. c. Spec C − Check 10 amp fuse located on Ford engine harness power block. d. Check crank position sensor (315 to 385 ohms). e. Check ignition coil (0.5 to 1.3 ohms). f. Replace ignition module if above items are OK. V10 Engine: a. Check for battery VDC at ignitor coil while cranking. (Red wire with green stripe.) b. Spec D − Check three fuses located on Ford engine harness power block. c. Spec D − Check B+ power connection of Ford engine harness power lead (starter motor stud − B1). d. Check crank position sensor (315 to 385 ohms). e. Check cam position sensor (315 to 385 ohms). f. Check ignition coil primary (0.5 to 1.3 ohms). g. Replace ignition module if above items are OK.
9The magnetic speed pick-up is defective or requires adjustment.Refer to Magnetic Speed Pickup Unit Adjustment in Section 6.
10Incorrect main fuel valve adjustment.Refer to Gaseous Fuel Adjustment (Type A or B) in Section 6.
11Incorrect secondary regulator adjustment.Refer to Initial Secondary Regulator Adjustment in Section 6.
aThere is no remote circuit signal (12 VDC at auxiliary relay board A28-TB1-6) because fuse F3 on the ECM has blown.A. Replace the fuse with one of the same type and amp rating (15 A).<br>b. If fuse F3 blows again, find and repair the fault in the remote control circuit, such as a loose wire that may be shorting to ground or a shorted relay coil or other component. See Section 7 for remote connections.
121Speed Signal Lost
135Oil Pressure Sensor High
141Oil Pressure Sensor Low
143Pre-Low Oil Pressure Sensor
144Coolant Temperature Sensor High
145Coolant Temperature Sensor Low
146Pre-High Cool Temp
151High Coolant Temp
197Low Coolant Level
234Overspeed
235Low Coolant Level
359Fail to Start
415Low Oil Pressure
441Low Battery Voltage
442High Battery Voltage
1123Shutdown After Battle Short
1124Delayed Shutdown
1131Battle Short Active
1244Engine Normal Shutdown
1311Customer Inputs #1
1312Customer Inputs #2
1317Customer Inputs #3
1318Customer Inputs #4
1334Crit Scaler OR
1335Non-Crit Scaler OR
1416Fail to Shutdown
1417Power Down Failure
1433Emergency Stop
1434Remote Emergency Stop
1435Low Coolant Temperature
1438Fail to Crank
1442Weak Battery
1443Battery Failed
1444KW Overload
1445Short Circuit
1446High AC Voltage
1447Low AC Voltage
1448Under Frequency
1449Over Frequency
1461Loss of Field
1466Modem Failure
1468Network Error
1469Speed/Hz Match
1471Over Current

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Green RUN lamp lights following engine startup.Indicates all engine systems are normal. No corrective action required.
PRE HI ENGINE TEMP lamp lights.Engine continues to operate. (Engine can be programmed to shut down.) Indicates engine has begun to overheat and engine temperature has risen to approximately 220°F (104° C) or coolant level is low on optionally wired sets. If generator is powering non-critical and critical loads and cannot be shut down, use the following: a. Reduce load if possible by turning off non-critical loads. b. Check air inlets and outlets and remove any obstructions to airflow.
HI ENG TEMP lamp lights. Engine shuts down.Indicates engine has overheated (engine temperature has risen above 230°F/110°C) or coolant level is low. Allow engine to cool down completely before proceeding with the following checks: a. Check coolant level and replenish if low. Look for possible coolant leakage points and repair if necessary. b. Check for obstructions to cooling airflow and correct as necessary. c. Check for a slipping fan belt and tighten if loose. d. Reset control and restart after locating and correcting problem. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above.
PRE LO OIL PRES lamp lights. Engine continues to operate. (Engine can be programmed to shut down.)Indicates engine oil pressure has dropped to 30 psi (207 kPa). If generator is powering critical loads and cannot be shut down, wait until next shutdown period and then follow step 5 procedure. If engine can be stopped, follow procedures in step 5.
LO OIL PRES lamp lights. Engine shuts down.NOTE: See also step 6. Indicates engine oil pressure has dropped to 25 psi (172 kPa). Check oil level, lines and filters. If oil system is OK but oil level is low, replenish. Reset control and restart. Contact an authorized service center if oil pressure is not in the range of 40 to 80 psi (276 to 552 kPa).
OVERCRANK lamp lights and engine stops cranking.Or Engine runs, shuts down, and LO OIL PRES lamp lights.. Indicates possible fuel system problem. a. Open any closed fuel shutoff valve. b. Check for dirty or plugged air filter and replace if necessary (see Maintenance section). c. Gaseous fuel delivery to the set is inadequate. Contact an authorized service center for service. d. Reset the control and restart after correcting the problem. Contact an authorized service center for service if none of the above.
OVERSPEED lamp lights and the engine shuts down.Indicates engine has exceeded normal operating speed. Contact an authorized service center for service.
SWITCH OFF lamp flashes.Indicates Run/Stop/Remote switch is in the Stop position which will prevent automatic starting if an automatic transfer switch is used. Move the Run/Stop/Remote switch to the Remote position for automatic starting.
LO FUEL lamp lights. Engine continues to run or is in standby mode.Indicates fuel supply pressure is marginally low (5 inches [127 mm] WC or less). Check for partially closed shutoff valve, empty propane supply tank. For natural gas fueled sets, check with the gas utility.
The engine does not start after a second attempt at starting.Refer to the Troubleshooting section.
The LET sensor signals an alarm when the engine coolant temperature falls below 70°F (21°C).Check the coolant heaters for proper operation. If the coolant heaters are operating properly, other precautions might be necessary to warm the engine before applying a load.
The control has a single green light to indicate RUN, four amber lights and seven red fault lights.This section describes the fault condition system, and suggests troubleshooting procedures.
Engine starts from generator control panel but will not start automatically or from a remote panel.Note: The Run/Stop/Remote switch must be in the Remote position for automatic or remote starting.
Engine will not crank.Indicates possible fault with control or starting system. Check for the following conditions: a. Fault lamp on. Correct fault and reset control. b. Poor battery cable connections. Clean the battery cable terminals and tighten all connections. c. Discharged or defective battery. Recharge or replace the battery. d. Emergency stop button (if equipped) pushed in. To reset, pull switch out and move Run/Stop/Remote switch to Stop position. Then push test switch to Reset/Lamp position. e. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above.
No AC output voltage.Field breaker is tripped. Reset breaker. Contact an authorized service center if voltage buildup causes breaker to trip.
RUN or fault lamp(s) does not light when Lamp Test switch is engaged.Contact an authorized service center for assistance.
Green RUN lamp does not light following engine startup.Indicates possible Start/Disconnect relay failure. Contact an authorized service center for assistance.
The engine cranks but does not start.10. Incorrect main fuel valve adjustment. Refer to Gaseous Fuel Adjustment (Type A or B) in Section 6. 11. Incorrect secondary regulator adjustment. Refer to Initial Secondary Regulator Adjustment in Section 6.
The engine runs until fault shutdown.1. The OVERSPEED lamp comes on and the engine shuts down. a. Reset the ECM by pushing the Run-Stop-Remote switch to Stop and the Reset switch to Reset and restart the set, monitoring engine speed. b. Adjust the governor for Type A fuel system/check operation of Type B integrated governor (see Section 6). c. Type A: If the governor cannot be adjusted to prevent shutdown due to overspeed, check for binding in the linkage. Repair and adjust the linkage as necessary. d. Type A and B: If the set still shuts down due to overspeed, re-install the magnetic speed pick-up unit to make sure the clearance with the flywheel gear teeth is correct (see Section 6). Replace the speed-pickup unit if output voltage at cranking speed is less than 1.5 VAC. (Intermittent open on magnetic speed pick-up lead can also cause an overspeed condition.) e. Replace the governor controller board (Type A) or integrated governor assembly (Type B) if the set still shuts down due to overspeed. 2a. The OVERSPEED lamp comes on and the engine shuts down within 1 to 5 seconds (no over-speed condition detected). (V6 Spec A & B, V10 Spec A−C) a. Remove K5-30 lead from K5. Start genset. If set shuts down and overspeed light is on, replace ECM (A11). b. Remove K5-30 lead from K5 and check lead continuity to ground. If ground present, replace ignition module. c. Connect K5-30. Remove lead K5-87 and check lead continuity to ground. If ground present, replace K5 relay. d. Remove K5-87 lead from K5 and start genset. If set shuts down and OVERSPEED lamp comes on, replace ECM (A11). e. Check Ford engine harness oil pressure lead for proper ground to intake manifold. Must be grounded to prevent false ignition module fault. 2b. The OVERSPEED lamp comes on and the engine shuts down within 1 to 5 seconds (no over-speed condition detected). (V6 Spec C) f. Remove connector from J2 of the ECM (A11) board and check pin J2-6 continuity to ground. If ground present, replace ignition module. g. Check Ford engine harness oil pressure lead for proper ground to intake manifold. Must be grounded to prevent false ignition module fault.
The starter disconnects normally but neither the panel nor the remote Run indicator lamps lightAC (K10) starter disconnect circuit is not working
The engine does not crank in RUN modeThe Emergency Stop switch has been used.; A Fault Shutdown is being indicated by one of the red lights on the control panel.; Cranking voltage is too low to crank the engine.Pull the Emergency Switch button. To reset the engine con-; Service the set as necessary. To reset the engine control, push the Run-Stop-Remote switch to Stop and the Reset switch to Reset. Then push the Run-Stop-Remote switch to Run to start the genset.; a. Clean and tighten or replace the positive (+) and negative (−) battery cable connectors and cables at the battery and the set.; b. Recharge or replace the battery. Specific gravity for a fully charged battery is approximately 1.260 at 80° F (27° C).; c. If the set is in standby service, install a battery charger.; d. Replace the engine-driven battery charging alternator if normal battery charging voltage (12 to 14 VDC) is not obtained.
The grounding strap between the control box and the battery negative (−) terminal or the ground wire between the control and engine ground is loose, damaged or missingCheck for continuity (zero ohms) between the grounding stud on the bottom of the control box and the battery negative (−) terminal. If there is no continuity or the grounding strap is loose or damaged, repair as necessary.
The Run-Stop-Remote switch is at Stop. (The Switch-Off light will be flashing.)Push the Run-Stop-Remote switch to Remote.
The Emergency Stop switch has been used. (The switch button is lit.)Pull the Emergency Switch button. To reset the engine control, push the Run-Stop-Remote switch to Stop and the Reset switch to Reset. Then push the Run-Stop-Remote switch to Remote.
A Fault Shutdown is being indicated by one of the red lights on the control panel.Service the set as necessary. To reset the engine control, push the Run-Stop-Remote switch to Stop and the Reset switch to Reset. Then push the Run-Stop-Remote switch to Remote.
There is no remote circuit signal (12 VDC at auxiliary relay board A28-TB1-6) because the remote circuit is not functioning properly.Apply 12 VDC to A28-TB1-6. If the engine cranks, find and repair the fault in the remote control circuit. See Section 7 for remote connections.
Auxiliary relay board A28 is not functioning properly.Check for misconnections (see Section 7) or loose connections and replace auxiliary relay board A28 if there is 12 VDC at terminal A28-TB1-6 but not at A28-J2-6.
Same as Steps 3 through 11 in the RUN mode.See steps 3 through 11 in table Engine Does Not Crank In Run Mode.

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
130-5258Thermostat - 185F (Ford Part Number YC22-8575-BA)1Thermostat PartsGeek
167-1639Plug, Spark (Ford Part Number AGSF-22-FM1) (.035 Gap)Spark plug PartsGeek
193-0529-01Sensor, Temperature1Sensor PartsGeek
193-0551-02Map, Sensor1Sensor PartsGeek
503-2223Hose, Breather1Hose PartsGeek
503-2233Hose, Crank Case - Vent1Hose PartsGeek
511-0161-21Belt, Serpentine - 6 Groove1Belt PartsGeek
YC22-8575-AAThermostat - 192F, optional (Ford Part Number)1Thermostat PartsGeek
123-2176Separator, Oil1Service part / kit PartsGeek
150-2808Woodward Governor ThrottleService part / kit PartsGeek
928-0615CGenerator Set GGHG/GGHHService part / kit PartsGeek
A026J009Woodward Air Fuel Control Valve (AFC)Service part / kit PartsGeek

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Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Full_load
Prime
Prime1%183.25.2
Prime2%268.77.6
Prime3%354.210.0
Prime4%439.712.4
Standby
Standby1%468.6
Standby2%703.4
Standby3%938.2
Standby4%1173.0
Standby25%
Standby50%
Standby75%
Standby100%

Available documents

Spec sheet — Cummins-85-GGHG (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — s-1607 (Cummins/Onan)Installation manual — Cummins-GGHH-GGHG-Installation-Manual (Cummins/Onan)Operator's manual — 928-0138 Cummins GGHG GGHH Operator's Manual (6-2001) (Cummins/Onan)Operator's manual — 928-0141 Cummins GGHG GGHH Operator's Manual (8-2003) (Cummins/Onan)Operator's manual — Power Command Operation (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 0928-0239 I0 201711 (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 0928-0245 I32 202105 (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 928-0239 Onan GGHG GGHH (spec A) Genset Parts manual (03-2001) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 5922 85kWGGHG install (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 928-0144 Onan GGHG GGHH Genset Operators manual (04-2009) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 928-0615 Cummins GGHG GGHH Installation Manual (9-2002) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 928-0618 Cummins GGHG GGHH Installation Manul (9-2010) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — GGFD, GGFE, GGHE, GGHF, GGHG, GGHH service manual (Cummins/Onan)

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