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Cummins/Onan 6.5NH - 3CR / 6000 A — Vacuum Booster Adjustment

Adjustments

For the Cummins/Onan 6.5NH - 3CR / 6000 A, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan NH engine

Procedure

  1. Connect the booster and connect the external spring to the bracket on the governor linkage.
  2. With the set at no-load, slide the bracket to a position where there is no tension on the external spring.
  3. Apply full rated electrical load; output voltage should stabilize at nearly the same reading as no-load.
  4. If frequency change is more than 2 cycles, lessen internal spring tension; if there is a drop, increase tension by moving the spring bracket pin to a different hole.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Maximum rise or drop of 2 cycles from no-load is normal; a drop of 1 cycle at 1/4 load is permissible

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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