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Cummins/Onan 12.5 RDJC / 15.0 RDJC — Charge Rate Adjustment

Adjustments · Charging resistor

For the Cummins/Onan 12.5 RDJC / 15.0 RDJC, from the Cummins/Onan operator's manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan 12.5 RDJC, Cummins/Onan 15.0 RDJC, Cummins/Onan RDJC

Before you start

  • Avoid overcharging the battery
  • Do not smoke or allow any flame, sparks, or arc-producing devices in the battery area

Procedure

  1. Locate the adjustable resistor slide tap in the charging circuit, found in the generator air outlet.
  2. If necessary, increase the charging rate slightly by moving the slide tap up.
  3. Make small increments of change until the proper rate has been determined.
  4. Adjust this slide tap only when the engine is stopped.

Specs & values

  • The adjustable resistor slide tap is set to produce a 2 ampere charging rate
  • Battery charge rate 2 to 5 amps (adjustable)

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Source: Cummins/Onan operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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