Cummins/Onan — Starting and Stopping the Genset
Operation · Genset control panel
From a Cummins/Onan service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan MDKAV, Cummins/Onan MDKAW, Cummins/Onan MDKAZ, Cummins/Onan MDKB, Kubota D1105 engine, Kubota V1305 engine, Kubota V1505 engine, Kubota V1903B engine, Kubota V2203B engine, Kubota V2803B engine
Before you start
- Exhaust gas is deadly; inspect exhaust system for leaks every startup and after every eight hours of operation
Procedure
- Make sure all CO detectors are working; check for swimmers.
- Turn off air conditioners and other large appliances.
- Push and hold control switch at START until genset starts.
- Amber lamp blinks rapidly; green lamp lights when up to speed.
- Let engine warm up two minutes before applying large loads.
- Check for water, coolant, fuel and exhaust leaks; stop if leak found.
- Monitor engine gauges if equipped.
- To stop: turn off loads, run two minutes, touch switch to STOP/PRIME.
Specs & values
- Preheat can take up to 15 seconds; cranking stops in 20 to 60 seconds if it fails to start
Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan MDKAV →, Cummins/Onan MDKAW →, Cummins/Onan MDKAZ →, Cummins/Onan MDKB →, Kubota D1105 engine →, Kubota V1305 engine →, Kubota V1903B engine →
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.