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Cummins/Onan 2100 Series — Removing the Generator Control Housing

Repair & overhaul · Generator control/output boxes

For the Cummins/Onan 2100 Series, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan DGBB, Cummins/Onan DGBC, Cummins/Onan DGCA, Cummins/Onan DGCB, Cummins/Onan DGCG, Cummins/Onan DGDA, Cummins/Onan DGDB, Cummins/Onan DGDK, Cummins/Onan DGFA, Cummins/Onan DGFB, Cummins/Onan DGFC

Before you start

  • Disconnect negative (-) battery cable first.

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the line cables and conduit; mark each cable.
  2. Disconnect the remote control wiring and conduit; mark each wire.
  3. Disconnect all engine wiring harness connections in control and output boxes.
  4. Disconnect all generator control leads (winding taps) in the output box.
  5. If equipped, disconnect cables to the mounted line circuit breaker.
  6. Attach a hoist to the generator output box, loosen side mounting bolts and remove box.

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan DGBB →, Cummins/Onan DGBC →, Cummins/Onan DGCA →, Cummins/Onan DGCB →, Cummins/Onan DGDA →, Cummins/Onan DGDB →, Cummins/Onan DGFA →, Cummins/Onan DGFB →, Cummins/Onan DGFC →

Source: Cummins/Onan service 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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