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Cummins/Onan — Magneto installation

Installation

From a Cummins/Onan owner's manual covering: 10CW-150R, LOCW-150 R/, LOCW-3R/12 F. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan 10CW-150R, Cummins/Onan Spec A, Cummins/Onan Spec B, Cummins/Onan Spec C, Cummins/Onan Spec D, Cummins/Onan Spec E, Cummins/Onan Spec F, Cummins/Onan Spec G

Before you start

  • Do not change setting as gears mesh.

Procedure

  1. Turn flywheel until chisel mark 8-1/2 inches before TC is visible through timing hole.
  2. Hold magneto and turn its drive gear clockwise until gear locks.
  3. Without changing setting, install magneto to engine so gears mesh.
  4. Check timing as previously described.

Specs & values

  • 8-1/2 inches before TC

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan 10CW-150R →, Cummins/Onan Spec A →, Cummins/Onan Spec B →, Cummins/Onan Spec C →, Cummins/Onan Spec D →, Cummins/Onan Spec E →, Cummins/Onan Spec F →, Cummins/Onan Spec G →

Source: Cummins/Onan owner'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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