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Cummins/Onan — Genset Ammeter Display Calibration (B)

Adjustments · PowerCommand control current display

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

Applies to: Cummins/Onan DFE

Before you start

  • Contacting hazardous voltage components can cause electrocution, resulting in severe personal injury or death.
  • Improper calibration or adjustment of the PowerCommand control can cause equipment malfunction or damage.

Procedure

  1. Display the Current Calibration submenu.
  2. With the genset OFF, attach a calibrated ammeter to L1.
  3. Start the genset and allow it to reach normal operating speed.
  4. Load the genset to maximum rated kVA at rated voltage.
  5. Calibrate the reading for L1 current so display agrees with calibrated ammeter.
  6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for L2 and L3.
  7. Exit menu to Save changes.

Tools required

  • Calibrated RMS multimeter (Fluke models 87 or 8060A) Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

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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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