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Cummins/Onan RGA-IN1 — Battery Cable Check

Maintenance · Battery cables

For the Cummins/Onan RGA-IN1, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

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Procedure

  1. With starter motor running, check voltage drops:
  2. From battery negative post (not cable clamp) to cylinder block.
  3. From battery positive post to battery terminal stud on solenoid.
  4. Normally less than 0.3 volts. Clean connections if excessive.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • <0.3 volts

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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