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Cummins/Onan — Preventing Accidental Starting Before Maintenance

Maintenance · Generator set

From a Cummins/Onan operator's 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

Before you start

  • Engine performance may be affected if battery cable(s) is removed during the 30 second waiting period.
  • Disconnect battery charger from AC source before disconnecting battery cables.

Procedure

  1. Move the Run/Off/Auto switch on the control panel to the OFF position.
  2. Press the Emergency Stop button and wait at least 30 seconds before completing Step 3.
  3. Turn off or remove AC power from the battery charger.
  4. Remove the negative (−) battery cable from the generator set starting battery.

Specs & values

  • Wait at least 30 seconds after pressing Emergency Stop before disconnecting battery cable(s)

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

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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