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Cummins/Onan WC Series Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan WC Series is a Natural Gas generator set powered by a Waukesha F1197-GRS1U engine. It is available at 2000 V, single-phase. Starting uses 2 group-8 batteries rated 200 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 3251.2×1219.2×208.64 mm (128.0×48.0×8.2 in) and weighs about 3861.04 kg (8512 lb).

2.98543 L
Displacement
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Service parts for the WC Series

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

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

Electrical

1 required

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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas
Voltage options2000 V, 00 V
PhaseSingle
Power factor0.8
Battery groupSAE Group 8D (12-volts)
Battery cranking200 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Dimensions (L×W×H)3251×1219×208 mm
Dry weight3861 kg

Engine

Waukesha F1197-GRS1U
Displacement2.98543 L
AspirationNatural Aspiration
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Waukesha F1197-GRS1U
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—
Fuel filterOnan OE Filter232AI817400 hr Amazon eBay
Oil filterOnan OE Filter232AI490400 hr Amazon eBay PartsGeek $17.97
BatteryA956400 hr Amazon eBay
Belt#18 wire—900 hr
Coolant36.0 gallons—
Oil32.0 quarts—400 hr
Spark plug—1200 hr

Common questions

What engine does the Cummins/Onan WC Series use?

The Cummins/Onan WC Series is powered by the Waukesha F1197-GRS1U engine.

What kind of fuel does the Cummins/Onan WC Series run on?

The Cummins/Onan WC Series runs on Natural Gas.

What is the dry weight of the Cummins/Onan WC Series?

The Cummins/Onan WC Series has a dry weight of 3861 kg (8512 lb).

What voltage does the Cummins/Onan WC Series produce?

The Cummins/Onan WC Series is offered in 2000 V, 00 V, Single-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the Cummins/Onan WC Series require?

The Cummins/Onan WC Series uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, 200 CCA, group SAE Group 8D (12-volts), per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What oil filter does the Cummins/Onan WC Series use?

The Cummins/Onan WC Series uses oil filter part number 232AI490.

Which fuel filter part number does the Cummins/Onan WC Series take?

The Cummins/Onan WC Series uses fuel filter part number 232AI817.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Alternator fails to charge or puts out low or unsteady charge rateAlternator belt looseTighten belt
Alternator fails to charge or puts out low or unsteady charge rateLoose or dirty battery connectionsClean and tighten
Alternator fails to charge or puts out low or unsteady charge rateWorn or defective brushesReplace brushes
Alternator fails to charge or puts out low or unsteady charge rateFaulty regulatorReplace regulator
Excessive charging rate (battery requires too frequent filling)Loose connections on alternator and regulatorTighten connections
Excessive charging rate (battery requires too frequent filling)Faulty regulatorReplace regulator

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Cummins/Onan WC Series troubleshooting guide (17 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
191B649Pulley, Alternator1Alternator Amazon eBay
191B690Bracket, Alternator Mtg. - Begin Spec 'F'1Alternator Amazon eBay
232AI376Rectifier1Rectifier Amazon eBay
232AI490Engine Oil1Fluid Amazon eBay PartsGeek $17.97
232AI808Bearing Holder - Anti-Rotation - Begin Spec B1Bearing holder Amazon eBay
232AI817Onan OE Filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
234D70Band, Generator - Front Portion (Narrow)1Alternator Amazon eBay
234D74Generator Group (Exciter Portion)1Exciter panel Amazon eBay
309A178Battery, 24V, 150Ah1Battery Amazon eBay
332AI89Alternator, Charge1Alternator Amazon eBay
336AI211Lead, Starter ( 14 " Long)1Starter Amazon eBay
4I6A444Positive1Battery Amazon eBay
4I6A445Negative1Battery Amazon eBay
505-19Bushing, Pipe Reducer (1/2 x 3/8") High Water Temperature Switch (1), Water Temperature Gauge Sender (1)2Oil filter Amazon eBay FridayParts $17.96
A9562-12 VOLT BATTERIES2Battery Amazon eBay
I93A100Sender, Water Temp. (Eng. Switch & Sender Unit Only)1Oil filter Amazon eBay
I93A98Sender, Oil Press. (Eng. Unit Only)1Oil filter Amazon eBay
204A83Ring, Collector1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
232AI807Rotor Assy., Wound, Inc. Brg., Blower & Drive Assy.1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
232AI813Spacer, Alternator Mtg.2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
232CI394Bolt. Place. Gen. Mtg.1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
234AI07Support, Gen. Mtg.1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
321-139.0598 "1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
321-140Holder, Fuse1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
332AI817Voltage Regulator1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
338B242Static Exciter1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
338B2I3Voltage Regulator1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
403C575Base, Mounting1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
4I6A446Cable, B a t t . Jpr.1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
4I6A96Clip. Ene. Cont.Harness1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
505-117Low Oil Press. Bushing, Rod (1/2 x 3/8")1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
505-131Bushing, Pipe Reducer (3/4 x 3/8") Radiator Outlet to Drain Valve1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
505-98Nipple, Close (1/8 x 3/4'') Oil Pressure Tee Mounting1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
I9IC548Regulator, Charge1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
I9IC550Bracket, Alternator1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

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
Prime60%20.25.34
Standby40%17.44.6

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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Oil filter 232AI490$17.97
1 priced item$17.97