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Cummins/Onan 4.0 BF-1R/9500 — Installing Onan Remote Switch (300-0985)

Installation · Remote control

For the Cummins/Onan 4.0 BF-1R/9500, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

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Before you start

  • Do not route remote wires through the same conduit as AC load wires
  • Seal opening to prevent deadly exhaust gases from entering the motor home

Procedure

  1. Determine location of remote control and cut a hole in motor home panel
  2. Connect four lengths of #18 multistrand wire to junction box wires labeled 1, 2, 3 and 6
  3. Connect to corresponding terminals on remote switch
  4. Route remote wires through a separate knockout plug on plant junction box
  5. Make connections to remote switch, then secure with #5 wood screws
  6. Seal opening between plant compartment and motor home interior

Tools required

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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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