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Cummins/Onan — Choke Adjustment (Thermo-Magnetic)

Adjustments · carburetor choke

From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual covering: 5JB, 601JB, 6JB, 6OLJB, 705JB, 705JB-3, 705JB-3CR, 705JB-4XR, 706JB, 7JB. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Allow engine to cool at least one hour before setting.
  2. Remove air cleaner and adapter to expose carburetor throat.
  3. Loosen the screw which secures the choke body.
  4. Rotate choke body clockwise to increase choke, counterclockwise to decrease (leaner).

Tools required

  • drill rod or shank of drill bit (to measure choke opening) Amazon

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Source: Cummins/Onan operator's 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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