Cummins/Onan — Re-Lubrication Procedure (Generator Bearing)
Maintenance
From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan DQKB, Cummins/Onan DQKC, Cummins/Onan QSK60 engine
Parts for this job
- F60-1500 Oil filter — Cummins/Onan DQKB Amazon eBay
- F60-1500 Oil filter — Cummins/Onan DQKC Amazon eBay
Part numbers from the service-parts lists for Cummins/Onan DQKB, Cummins/Onan DQKC. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Make sure grease gun nozzle and re-lubricating fitting are free from contaminants or abrasive material.
- Apply the specified re-lubrication grease fill quantity through the grease fitting.
- Run the generator for 10 minutes to allow excess grease to exhaust.
- Check inside the PMG cover for expelled grease and clean out as necessary.
Tools required
- grease gun Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Use 1/4 of the label grease amount for 1000-hour re-lubrication; full amount for 4000-hour re-lubrication
Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan DQKB →, Cummins/Onan DQKC →
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.