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Cummins/Onan — Dust and Dirt

Maintenance · Plant

From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual covering: 250DFT-57R8, 300DFT-4R8, 300DFT-4XR8, 300DFT-5DR8, 300DFT-6DR8, 300DFT-7XR8, 300DFT-9XR8. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Keep plant clean. Keep cooling system free of dirt, etc.
  2. Service air cleaners as frequently as necessary.
  3. Change crankcase oil every 100 operating hours.
  4. Keep oil and fuel in dust-tight containers.
  5. Keep injector pump linkage clean.

Specs & values

  • Change crankcase oil every 100 operating hours

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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