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Cummins/Onan GSAA Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan GSAA is a 10.5 kW Natural Gas, Propane standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan GSAA engine engine. It is available at 120/240 V, 1-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 1.6 L (0.4 gal) of oil. Starting uses 1 battery rated 530 CCA at 12 V.

10 kW
Standby
1.6 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas, Propane
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power10 kW
ControllerTransfer Switch
Oil capacity1.6 L
Voltage options120/240 V
Phase1
Power factor1.0
Battery cranking530 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1

Engine

Cummins/Onan GSAA engine
Oil capacity1.6 L

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan GSAA engine
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterEngine air filter element replacement300 hr find
Fuel filterChange fuel filter every 1000 hours or as needed.0501-0776-061000 hr PartsGeek
Oil filterEngine oil filter replacement300 hr find
BeltInspect belts for wear and replace if necessary. find
CoolantAdd coolant as needed to maintain proper level. Replace every 10 years or as needed.
OilEngine oil level check, change1.68 liters0503-2151300 hr PartsGeek

Common questions

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

The Cummins/Onan GSAA is rated 10 kW standby.

What engine does the Cummins/Onan GSAA use?

The Cummins/Onan GSAA is powered by the Cummins/Onan GSAA engine engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan GSAA use?

The Cummins/Onan GSAA runs on Natural Gas, Propane.

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

The Cummins/Onan GSAA engine engine in the Cummins/Onan GSAA has an oil capacity of 1.6 liters.

Troubleshooting

28

Fault codes

CodeMeaningCauseRemedy
CODE 19Controller sensed governor actuator circuit open or shorted.Have unit serviced by an authorized Cummins Onan dealer.
22GOVERNOR ACTUATOR OVERLOADDuration of operation at or near full duty−cycle beyond design limitReduce the number of connected loads especially loads that require higher starting current such as air conditioners. Check and service air filter as necessary. Have unit serviced by an authorized Cummins Onan dealer.
27VOLTAGE SENSE LOSTControl unable to sense output voltageHave unit serviced by an authorized Cummins Onan dealer.
32LOW CRANKING SPEED SENSEController sensed generator set cranking speed less than 180 rpm for greater than 3 seconds.Clean and tighten positive (+) and negative (−) battery cable connections at the battery. Recharge or replace battery. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s recommendations. Verify engine oil viscosity is correct for the ambient temperature. If not, refill and replace engine oil with correct viscosity. Have unit serviced by an authorized Cummins Onan dealer.
36GENERATOR SET STOPPED WITHOUT FAULT CONDITIONGenerator stopped without command by controller.Open any closed fuel valves. Secure spark plug leads to spark plugs. Check and service air filter as necessary. Replace spark plugs. Check for mechanical damage.
45SPEED SENSE FAULTController unable to sense quadrature frequency.Have unit serviced by an authorized Cummins Onan dealer.
46GENERATOR SET OVERLOADCurrent is at 100% of rated operation at design limit.Reduce the number of connected loads especially loads that require higher starting current such as air conditioners. Check and service air filter as necessary. Have unit serviced by an authorized Cummins Onan dealer.
2No AC Power - generator set Running, Status LED On Steady or Flashing
12Overvoltage - Fault Code 12
13Undervoltage - Fault Code 13
14Overfrequency - Fault Code 14
15Underfrequency - Fault Code 15
19Governor Actuator shutdown - Fault Code 19
22Governor Actuator Overload - Fault Code 22
27Voltage Sense Lost - Fault Code 27
29High Battery Voltage - Fault Code 29
32Low Cranking Speed Sense - Fault Code 32
35Control Card Failure - Fault Code 35
36Generator Set Stopped Without Fault Condition - Fault Code 36
37Invalid Set Configuration - Fault Code 37
43Processor Fault - Fault Code 43
45Speed Sense Fault - Fault Code 45

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
NO RESPONSE − STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT DEADLow/No battery voltage, poor battery connection, faulty battery, open harness connection, faulty start/stop switch, faulty LED1. Try generator set Start Switch if the remote display Start Switch does not respond, and vice versa 2. Clean and tighten positive (+) and negative (−) battery cable connections at the battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s recommendations.
STARTING BATTERY RUNS DOWNMarginal battery connections, battery, charging system, excessive cranking1. Clean and tighten positive (+) and negative (−) battery cable connections at the battery. 2. Recharge or replace battery. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s recommendations. 3. Have battery charger serviced by an authorized Cummins location.
STARTER ENGAGES − DISENGAGESCranking voltage dips below 6 VDC − Battery connections, battery, charging system, start/stop switches1. Clean and tighten positive (+) and negative (−) battery cable connections at the battery. 2. Recharge or replace battery. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s recommendations. 3. Have the battery charger serviced by an authorized Cummins Onan dealer.
NO AC POWER − GENERATOR SET RUNNING, STATUS LED ON STEADY OR FLASHING RAPIDLYCircuit breakers tripped to OFF, due to short circuit or overloading.1. Reset or turn on generator set circuit breaker. 2. Reset or turn on circuit breaker in the distribution panel. 3. Reduce number of loads. 4. Have the circuits from the generator set and distribution panel verified by an authorized electrician.
GENERATOR SET CRANKS BUT DOES NOT START − NO FAULT CODENot holding start switch long enough to cause fault1. Check and record last fault code. 2. Crank generator set and hold switch until control stops cranking and displays fault code (approximately 30 seconds): troubleshoot fault code and reference last fault code recorded above if necessary.
GENERATOR SET RUNS BUT STOPS WHEN SWITCH IS RELEASED − NO FAULT CODENot holding start switch long enough to cause fault1. Check and record last fault code. 2. Start generator set and hold switch until control shuts down and displays fault code (approximately 30 seconds): troubleshoot fault code and reference last fault code recorded above if necessary.

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
0501-0776-06Fuel hose assembly (LP/propane)1Hose PartsGeek
0503-2151Oil drain hose assembly1Hose PartsGeek
333-0770Battery heater kit (thermostatically controlled)1Thermostat PartsGeek
0333-0770Optional battery heaterService part / kit PartsGeek
0333-0771Optional engine oil and carburetor heaterService 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

Operator's manual — 983-0104 Onan GSAA Spec A-C Operator's Manual (11-2009) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 983-0603 Onan GSAA Installation Manual (6-2012) (Cummins/Onan)