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Cummins/Onan QSM1i Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan QSM1i is a generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QSM11 engine. It holds about 36.7 L (9.7 gal) of oil and 40 L (10.6 gal) of coolant.

10.8 L
Displacement
36.7 L
Oil capacity
1
Document types

How to read your Cummins/Onan serial & model number →

Service parts for the QSM1i

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Fuel system

1 required
12000183Fuel filtersee priceAmazon

Oil system

1 required
3397929Oil filtersee priceAmazon

Cooling system

1 required

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

Oil capacity36.7 L

Engine

Cummins/Onan QSM11
Oil capacity36.7 L
Coolant capacity40.0 L
Displacement10.8 L
AspirationTurbocharged and Charge-Air Cooled
Rated speed1470 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan QSM11
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterK&N RU-32201500 hr
Fuel filterFuel filter12000183 Amazon eBay
Oil filter3397929600 hr Amazon eBay
BatteryTwo, 12 Volt, Group 8D, Cold Cranking Amps (minimum) 900; vented, lead acid6000 hr
BeltVisually check belt for evidence of wear or slippage; replace if hard or brittle6000 hr
CoolantUse coolant solution per Cummins engine Operation and Maintenance Manual500 hr
Coolant filterCoolant Filter3376807 Amazon eBay
Oil9.7 Gal (36.7 L); API classification per Cummins engine Operation and Maintenance Manual6000 hr
Spark plug1500 hr

Common questions

What engine does the Cummins/Onan QSM1i use?

The Cummins/Onan QSM1i is powered by the Cummins/Onan QSM11 engine.

How much oil does the Cummins/Onan QSM1i take?

The Cummins/Onan QSM11 engine in the Cummins/Onan QSM1i has an oil capacity of 36.7 liters.

Which oil filter part number does the Cummins/Onan QSM1i take?

The Cummins/Onan QSM1i uses oil filter part number 3397929.

What fuel filter does the Cummins/Onan QSM1i use?

The Cummins/Onan QSM1i uses fuel filter part number 12000183.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Coolant Temperature Above Normal - Gradual OverheatSupplemental coolant additive (SCA) level is above specification or the coolant is overconcentrated with antifreezeCheck the SCA level. Verify the antifreeze concentration. Refer to Section 4. Contact a Cummins Authorized Repair Facility
Coolant Temperature Above Normal - Sudden OverheatElectronic fault codes are activeFor instructions on how to read active fault codes, refer ta Diagnostic Fault Codes in Section 1. If fault codes are active, contact a Cummins Authorized Repair Facility.
Coolant Temperature is Below NormalElectronic fault codes are activeFor instructions on how to read active fault codes, refer to Diagnostic Fault Codes in Section 1. If fault codes are active, contact a Cummins Authorized Repair Facility.
Crankcase Gases (Blowby) ExcessiveCrankcase ventilation system is pluggedCheck and clean the crankcase breather and vent tube.
Engine Acceleration or Response PoorElectronic fault codes are activeFor instructions on how te read active fault codes, refer to Diagnostic Fault Codes in Section 1. If fault codes are active, contact a Cummins Authorized Repair Facility.
Engine Decelerates SlowlyElectronic fault codes are activeFor instructions on how to read active fault codes, refer to Diagnostic Fault Codes in Section 1. If fault codes are active, contact a Cummins Authorized Repair Facility.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Cummins/Onan QSM1i troubleshooting guide (47 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
12000180Fuel inlet to pump1Pump Amazon
12000183Fuel filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
12000185Power steering pump mounting location1Pump Amazon
12000186Oil pressure and temperature sensor1Oil pressure and temperature sensor Amazon
12000187Engine position sensor1Engine position sensor Amazon
13200052Slow Idle FeatureSlow idle feature Amazon
13200060Engine Speed Control SwitchEngine speed control switch Amazon
13200087Oil Pressure GaugeOil pressure gauge Amazon
15600049Fuel Shutoff ValveFuel shutoff valve Amazon
19400715OEM Interface 21-Pin Harness ConnectorHose Amazon
19400718OEM Interface 24-Pin Harness ConnectorHose Amazon
2871254Starter 12VStarter Amazon eBay
2874862Alternator 12VAlternator Amazon eBay
2874863Alternator 24VAs neededAlternator Amazon eBay FridayParts $200.27
3037425BeltBelt Amazon eBay $22.85
3103916Starter 24VStarter Amazon eBay $393.22 FridayParts $298.65
3200069STOP CHECK!Stop check Amazon
33200082Engine Stop ButtonEngine stop button Amazon
3375049Oil Filter Wrench1Oil filter Amazon eBay
3376326Pulley PusherPulley pusher Amazon eBay
3376807Engine coolant and fuel filter wrench1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
3377401Pulley Pusher Adapter, 5/16 X 24 X 2 capscrewsPulley pusher adapter Amazon eBay
3397929Oil filter wrench1Oil filter Amazon eBay
38200567Idle Adjustment SwitchIdle adjustment switch Amazon
3823494SealantFluid Amazon eBay
39200434Governed rpmRpm governor Amazon
43200085VoltmeterVoltmeter Amazon
43200086Tachometer w/Hour MeterTachometer Amazon
49c00185Data LinkData link Amazon
A40-TB1-8JUMPER WIREBelt Amazon eBay
FS1000Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon $60.99 eBay $101.98 KuduParts $95.00
LF9001Lube Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $78.82 KuduParts $17.00
LFg9001Valvoline® Premium Blue®Oil filter Amazon
RU3220Air Cleaner1Air filter Amazon eBay $79.95
V70509Lube Oil4 Gal.Fluid Amazon eBay
WF2072Coolant Filter1Coolant filter Amazon $41.15 eBay $20.95
05200182Flywheel ring gear sensor1Service part / kit Amazon
12000184Rail pressure1Service part / kit Amazon
12000188Freon compressor mounting location.1Service part / kit Amazon
19400716Hard-CoupledService part / kit Amazon
19400734Intermediate Speed ControlService part / kit Amazon
19800802Multiple Unit SynchronizationService part / kit Amazon
3305070Heater, 240V1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
3315033Heater, 120V1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
3885910Red Paint, Spray can3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
492000038Operation and Maintenance NanualService part / kit Amazon
49800897Intermediate Speed ControlService part / kit Amazon
49801587Electronic Fan ClutchService part / kit Amazon
8210G4-12VDC1" 12V solenoidAs neededService part / kit Amazon eBay
8210G4-24VDC1" 24V solenoidAs neededService part / kit Amazon eBay
98200038Engine Steam CleaningService part / kit Amazon
A40-TB1-1B+Service part / kit Amazon eBay
A40-TB1-11(COMMON ALARM)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
A40-TB1-12(B-)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
A40-TB1-30COMMON ALARMService part / kit Amazon eBay
A40-TB1-31(COMMON ALARM)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
C2800Fleetguard® refractometer1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
CC2800Fleetguard® refractometerService part / kit Amazon eBay
D036Service part / kit Amazon eBay
D041Service part / kit Amazon eBay
F154Service part / kit Amazon eBay
F159Service part / kit Amazon eBay
H479Service part / kit Amazon eBay
H487Service part / kit Amazon eBay
H488Service part / kit Amazon eBay
H530Service part / kit Amazon eBay
H556Service part / kit Amazon eBay
H557Service part / kit Amazon eBay
K882Service part / kit Amazon eBay $260.95
LE9o01Cummins Engine Company, Inc.Service part / kit Amazon

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

Service manual — Cummins Diesel QSM11 Manual 2000 (2) (Cummins/Onan)