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Cummins/Onan 4MCCK / 605MCCK — Brush Rig Alignment

Adjustments

For the Cummins/Onan 4MCCK / 605MCCK, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan 605MCCK, Cummins/Onan MCCK, Cummins/Onan MCCK engine

Before you start

  • If a voltmeter is not available, use the same procedure but mark the point where arcing begins.

Procedure

  1. With the generator end cover and band removed, connect a voltmeter across the DC terminals.
  2. Start the unit and apply full rated load.
  3. Loosen the brush rig mounting screws and rotate the rig to get the highest voltage.
  4. Rotate the rig in one direction until the voltmeter reading starts to decrease; mark this point.
  5. Repeat step 3 in the other direction.
  6. Half the distance between the two marked points is the neutral position.

Tools required

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Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan 605MCCK →, Cummins/Onan MCCK →

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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