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Cummins/Onan M-1600-2 — Raising the Under-Floor Mount Generator Set

Maintenance

For the Cummins/Onan M-1600-2, from the Cummins/Onan operator's manual.

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Before you start

  • Use an adequate floor jack; refer to SPECIFICATIONS for unit weight
  • Make sure all components are reinstalled in original places and exhaust system is operation-worthy

Procedure

  1. Reposition floor jack under reinforcement ribs of drip tray; check for damage to electrical connections and fuel line
  2. Slowly lift up the generator set
  3. When set reaches upward limit, re-install support bracket and engage safety hooks
  4. Apply Loctite or similar thread locking material and install 5/16-inch bolts to 14 ft-lb (19 N·m)
  5. Fasten or secure any fuel line and exhaust components moved or disconnected
  6. Fasten battery cables at generator set terminals if disconnected
  7. Reconnect battery cables at battery: positive lead first, negative ground lead last
  8. Replenish engine oil if drained; close access door

Tools required

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Specs & values

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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