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Cummins/Onan — Frequency Adjustments

Adjustments · governor

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

Applies to: Cummins/Onan NHEL

Procedure

  1. Set altitude adjust knob to altitude (gasoline only).
  2. Disconnect all loads and check zero amps.
  3. Adjust governor speed screw for 62-63 Hz no-load (51.5-52.5 Hz).
  4. Check output voltage within 10 percent of rated voltage.

Tools required

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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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