Cummins/Onan — Conducting the Pre-Start Checks
Maintenance · Genset
From a Cummins/Onan owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan HDKA, Cummins/Onan HDKAJ, Cummins/Onan HDKAK
Procedure
- Inspect the genset as instructed under Conducting General Inspections.
- Make sure all vehicle CO detectors are working.
- Check for signs of fuel and exhaust leaks and for damage to the exhaust system.
- Turn off the air conditioner and other large appliances.
Specs & values
- Inspect before first start of the day and after every eight hours of operation
Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan HDKA →, Cummins/Onan HDKAJ →, Cummins/Onan HDKAK →
Source: Cummins/Onan owner'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.