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Cummins/Onan — PCC Power On/Standby Mode Selection

Operation · PowerCommand 3100 Control

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

Applies to: Cummins/Onan DQAD, Cummins/Onan DQAE, Cummins/Onan DQAF, Cummins/Onan QSM11 engine

Procedure

  1. Remove the negative (−) battery cable(s) from the generator set starting battery as follows: move the Run/Off/Auto switch to OFF; press the Emergency Stop button and wait at least 30 seconds; turn off
  2. Set the Power On / Standby Mode switch (S5 in Figure 8-1) to the desired position.
  3. Power On Mode: slide the switch to the left. The PCC initializes the operating software and permits operation of the menu display panel.
  4. Standby Mode: slide the switch to the right. The PCC operating software will be initiated by moving the Run/Off/Auto switch to Run, pressing the Self Test button, a remote start input signal (genset i

Specs & values

  • Power On Mode: switch S5 left
  • Standby Mode: switch S5 right
  • Software timer shuts down power after 30 seconds if no menu selections are made

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan DQAD →, Cummins/Onan DQAE →, Cummins/Onan DQAF →

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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