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Cummins/Onan RGA-IN1 — Power Relay Check (A11-K12)

Testing & diagnosis · Power relay A11-K12

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

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Procedure

  1. Make certain genset starting battery is good.
  2. Unplug CB12-2A from circuit breaker.
  3. Locate S6 on genset, find grounded side using continuity tester.
  4. Use jumper to ground non-grounded side of S6.
  5. Use second jumper from B+ terminal on control board to apply B+ to SW B+ terminal. Fuel pump E5 should start and run.
  6. Remove B+ jumper. If fuel pump continues to run, K12 is good.
  7. If fuel pump stops, K12 has failed and A11 control board should be replaced.
  8. Push genset STOP button.
  9. Remove jumpers and reconnect CB12-2A.

Tools required

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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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