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Cummins/Onan — Idle Control Switch Operation

Operation

From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual covering: EGMBM / PX6100, PX6100/e, RGV2800, RGV4100. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan RGV2800, Cummins/Onan RGV4100, Mitsubishi EH17-2D engine, Mitsubishi EH25-2D engine

Procedure

  1. Start the engine with IDLE CONTROL SWITCH off.
  2. Warm up the engine without a load for a few minutes.
  3. Turn IDLE CONTROL SWITCH on.
  4. The switch automatically reduces engine speed when load is OFF, and automatically increases engine speed to rated r.p.m. when load is ON.
  5. Turn IDLE CONTROL SWITCH off when it does not work normally under the rated output.

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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