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Cummins/Onan — Adjusting breaker points, distributor (PE-95-(2) and PE-95-F)

Adjustments

From a Cummins/Onan service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Keep distributor cap and rotor clean; inspect cap and rotor for cracks and burned contacts.
  2. Inspect breaker points; if slightly pitted dress with ignition file and readjust.
  3. Adjust breaker-point gap to 0.020 inch with points at widest separation.
  4. If badly burned or pitted, replace both points and install a new capacitor.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Distributor point gap 0.020 in.

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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