Specifications
| Fuel | gasoline/lp |
|---|---|
| Standby power | 150 kW |
| Prime power | 2 kW |
Maintenance & consumables
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | 600 hr | find | ||
| Fuel filter | — | 1200 hr | find | ||
| Oil filter | — | 800 hr | find | ||
| Belt | — | find | |||
| Coolant | — | ||||
| Coolant filter | — | find | |||
| Oil | — |
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan KV?
The Cummins/Onan KV is rated 150 kW standby.
What fuel does the Cummins/Onan KV use?
The Cummins/Onan KV runs on gasoline/lp.
Troubleshooting
7Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Does Not Crank | 1. Open control fuse F1. 2a. Check condition of battery and recharge or replace. a. Battery not charged. 2b. Clean and tighten all connections at battery, K1 start solenoid, and starter motor. b. Battery connections loose or dirty. c. Battery cable size too small. 3. Start solenoid (K1) not energized 3a. Check wiring continuity to the start solenoid (K1) coil from control assembly (A1) and from ground to start solenoid (K1). a. Open circuit to start solenoid coil. b. Defective start solenoid coil. 3b. Test start solenoid (K1). 3c. Test Start/Stop switch (S1). 3d. Measure voltage between start solenoid terminal I and ground with switch (S1) held in the Start position. If voltage is not present and continuity and battery check OK, control assembly (A1) is defective. | |
| Engine Cranks But Does Not Start | 4a. Check continuity between starter lead on start solenoid (S1) and ground. a. Open circuit to starter (B1). b. Open circuit between battery (B+) and the start solenoid contact (BAT). c. Defective start solenoid (K1). 4b. Measure voltage between starter terminal and ground with switch (S1) held in the Start position. If voltage is not present and continuity checks OK, start solenoid (K1) is defective. 4c. If voltage is present in step 4b, starter (B1) is defective. | |
| Engine Cranks from Set but Not from Remote Control Panel | 5a. Check wiring continuity between control assembly (A1) and remote Start/Stop switch. a. Open circuit between control assy. (A1) and remote Start/Stop switch. b. Remote Start/Stop switch faulty. | |
| Engine Starts But Stops | 2. Defective low oil level switch. | 2. Disconnect low oil level switch and check set operation. Replace if defective. |
| Engine Starts, Then Stops | 3. No field flash voltage due to: | 3a. Check wiring continuity to the brush block F1-F2, voltage regulator VR1, control assembly A1 and generator B1-B2 and 01-02 windings. Check connections of P5 and P6 connectors on the generator housing. 3b. Check brushes for wear and for contact with the slip rings. 3c. Check slip rings |
| Remote Run Lamp Does Not Illuminate | 5. If remote switch functions properly for starting and stopping genset but meters and run lamp do not operate, and step 1 checks OK, control assy. (A1) defective. | If voltage is not present, replace control assembly (A1). If voltage is present, check continuity of remote control wiring. |
| Too Much DC Load | 6. Turn off the genset, disconnect the remote control, and check for shorts or too many remote accessories. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Parts
93| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 123-2044 | Hose, Breather | 1 | Hose | buy |
| 149-2137 | Filter, Fuel | 1 | Fuel filter | kuduparts $7.00 |
| 153-0554 | Element, Thermostat | 1 | Thermostat | buy |
| 167-0263-02 | Plug, Spark | 1 | Spark plug | buy |
| 185-3077 | Gasket | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 185-3078 | O-Ring | 1 | Seal | buy |
| 185-3761 | Seal, Oil | 1 | Seal | buy |
| 185-5095 | Gasket, Head | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 185-5120 | Gasket, Oil Base | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 185-5123 | Indicator, Oil Level | 1 | Sensor | buy |
| 185-5124 | Tube, Oil Fill | 1 | Hose | buy |
| 185-5126 | O-Ring | 1 | Seal | buy |
| 185-5157 | Tube, Breather | 1 | Hose | buy |
| 185-5158 | Gasket, Cover | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 185-5194 | Gasket, Gearcase | 1 | Gasket | buy |
| 185-5313 | Seal, Intake Valve | 1 | Seal | buy |
| 308-1059 | Switch, Low Oil Pressure (S2) | 1 | Sensor | buy |
| 503-0731 | Clamp, Black Hose | 4 | Hose | buy |
| 503-1418 | Hose, Fuel | 1 | Hose | buy |
| 503-1445-06 | Clamp, Breather Hose | 2 | Hose | buy |
| 503-1777 | Hose, Fuel | 1 | Hose | buy |
| 503-1824 | Hose, Fuel (Lower) | 1 | Hose | buy |
| 541-0558 | Kit, Filter Cover | 1 | Fuel filter | buy |
| 898-1196-26 | Sleeving, Convoluted (21 inches) | 1 | Hose | buy |
| M1724-2s | AIR SEAL PANEL | Steel enclosure and cooling air plenum | buy | |
| 044-00074 | Onan IN Cable | Service part / kit | buy | |
| 100-3389 | Engine, Replacement | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 102-1367 | Plug, Oil Drain | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 146-0540 | Carburetor (KV Spec A, B) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 146-0569 | Carburetor (KV Spec C-D) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 146-0705 | Kit, Carburetor | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 146-0802 | Carburetor (KV Begin Spec E, KVC, KVD) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 153-0600 | Diaphragm, Pull Off | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 153-0602 | Cover, Choke | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 153-0604 | Choke | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 153-0611 | Housing, Choke | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 153-0695 | Cover, Element | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3085 | Key, Crankshaft | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3088 | Key, Crankshaft | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3175 | Pin, Alignment | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3365 | Shim, Crankshaft (.35mm) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3366 | Shim, Crankshaft (.25mm) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3367 | Shim, Crankshaft (.30mm) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3368 | Shim, Crankshaft (.40mm) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3369 | Shim, Crankshaft (.50mm) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3370 | Shim, Crankshaft (.45mm) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3371 | Shim, Crankshaft (.20mm) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3416 | Ring, Retaining | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-3730 | Bolt | 4 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-4547 | Shim, Crankshaft (.10mm) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5096 | Bolt, Cylinder Head | 4 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5097 | Pin, Alignment | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5099 | Breather | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5109 | Piston | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5110 | Kit, Piston Ring | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5111 | Pin, Piston | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5112 | Rod, Connecting | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5113 | Bolt, Connecting Rod | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5114 | Splasher | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5115 | Crankshaft (KV Spec A-B) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5116 | Gear, Crankshaft | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5117 | Bearing, Ball | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5118 | Bearing, Ball | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5119 | Base, Oil | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5121 | Bolt | 6 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5122 | Bolt | 4 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5125 | Nut | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5156 | Cover, Cylinder Head | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5159 | Bolt | 4 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5160 | Housing, Top Air Guide | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5193 | Gearcase (Includes Pin) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5195 | Bolt | 7 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5196 | Block, Cylinder | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5198 | Bolt | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5199 | Slinger, Oil | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5200 | Head, Cylinder | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5201 | Valve, Intake | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5202 | Valve, Exhaust | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5203 | Spring, Valve | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5204 | Retainer, Valve Spring | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-5205 | Cotter | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 185-7091 | Crankshaft (Begin Spec C) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 332-2634 | Clamp, J (LP Sets) | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 403-4417-02 | Bracket, Lifting | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 517-0305 | Cap, Dome | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 815-0508 | Screw, Thread Form | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 815-0709-01 | Screw, Hex Head Thread Form | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 981-0153 | Service part / kit | buy | ||
| 981-0238 | Service part / kit | buy | ||
| 981-0518 | Service part / kit | buy | ||
| 981-0604 | Service part / kit | buy | ||
| B1-B2 | Generator field winding | Service part / kit | buy | |
| M1723-2s | FUEL AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (LEFT SIDE) | Service part / kit | 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
Owner's manualParts manualService manual