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Cummins/Onan Microlite Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan Microlite is a 1.5 kW standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan GH-200 engine. It is available at 120 V and 240 V, ['single', 'three']-phase, 60 Hz and rated 18.3 A. It holds about 1 L (0.3 gal) of oil and 0.8 L (0.2 gal) of coolant. The set measures 310×254×305 mm (12.2×10.0×12.0 in) and weighs about 51 kg (112 lb).

1 kW
Standby
0.95 L
Displacement
1.0 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

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Specifications

Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1 kW
Oil capacity1.0 L
Voltage options120 V, 240 V
Phasesingle,three
Rated current[18.3, 23.3] A
Coolant capacity[0.8, 1.6] L
Dimensions (L×W×H)310×254×305 mm
Dry weight51 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan GH-200
Oil capacity1.0 L
Coolant capacity0.8 L
Displacement0.95 L
Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Rated speed3600 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan GH-200
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterIn dusty conditions, change the air filter more frequently to prevent equipment damage. Use a genuine Onan replacement filter only.F51757-4500 hr Amazon eBay PartsGeek
Fuel filterChange the fuel filter at the interval recommended in the maintenance schedule, or if performance problems occur and bad fuel is suspected.FS1756-2100 hr Amazon eBay PartsGeek
Oil filter500 hr find
Belt100 hr find
Coolant0.8100 hr
Coolant filter find
OilAPI SG1.0 L100 hr

Common questions

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

The Cummins/Onan Microlite is rated 1 kW standby.

What engine does the Cummins/Onan Microlite use?

The Cummins/Onan Microlite is powered by the Cummins/Onan GH-200 engine.

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

The Cummins/Onan GH-200 engine in the Cummins/Onan Microlite has an oil capacity of 1.0 liters.

What fuel filter does the Cummins/Onan Microlite use?

The Cummins/Onan Microlite uses fuel filter part number FS1756-2.

What air filter does the Cummins/Onan Microlite use?

The Cummins/Onan Microlite uses air filter part number F51757-4.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Fails To CrankLow battery, Bad battery connection, Blown fuseCheck battery fluid level, Clean & tighten all battery & cable connections, Replace fuse on control panel
Cranks But Won’t StartFuel below generator pickup level in tank, Fuel supply shutoff valve closed, Carbon deposits on spark plug(s), Low oil levelAdd fuel, Fully open fuel supply valve, Remove spark plug(s) and replace, Add oil
Exhausting Black SmokeDirty air filterReplace air filter
Unit Runs Then Stops, Or Stops When Driving Around A CornerLow fuel level, Low oil level, Excess oilAdd fuel, Add oil, Reduce engine oil level
Unit Starts And Runs, Then Stops When The Start Switch Is ReleasedLow fluid levels, Possible overheating, Other functional problemCheck & bring all fluids up to the appropriate levels, Check for blocked air flow or other possible causes of overheating, Contact an Cummins Onan Authorized RV Service & Parts Dealer
Unit Runs Then SurgesLoose or worn spark plug leads, Defective ignition coil, wiring, or control components, Faulty spark plug, Governor out of adjustment, Combustion air pre-heat malfunction, Carburetor icing, Carburetor varnishingCheck spark plug leads at spark plug & ignition coil, Contact an Cummins Onan Authorized RV Service & Parts Dealer, Remove spark plug & clean or replace, Contact an Cummins Onan Authorized RV Service & Parts Dealer, Contact an Cummins Onan Authorized RV Service & Parts Dealer, Contact an Cummins Onan Authorized RV Service & Parts Dealer
Circuit Breaker TripsOverloaded circuitTurn-off some of the electrical load, and reset the circuit breaker

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
ES1684s-1Deluxe Remote Control Panel1Remote control panel PartsGeek
F51757-4Air Filter1Air filter Amazon eBay PartsGeek
FS1756-2Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay PartsGeek
G1207-68Oil Level Indicator1Oil level indicator PartsGeek
539-1546Compartment floor plan template1Service part / kit PartsGeek
611-1245Voltage Reconnection DiagramService part / kit PartsGeek
611-1246Voltage Reconnection DiagramService part / kit PartsGeek
981-01291Service part / kit PartsGeek
981-06261Service part / kit PartsGeek
G1207bsGenerator Set1Service part / kit PartsGeek
M1742Splash guards1Service part / kit PartsGeek
sc1463-2Utility Power Cord for Switching BreakerService 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.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime0.20.8
Standby0.20.8

Available documents

Operator's manual (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 981-0607 Onan KY Microlite 4000 series RV Genset Installation manual (07-1996) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 981-0626 Onan KV Installation Manual (6-1992) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — F-1123 Cummins-Onan RV Generator Handbook (08-2007) (Cummins/Onan)