Cummins/Onan — Starting at Switch Panel (Manual Mode)
Operation · PowerCommand 3200 control panel
From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan DFE, Cummins/Onan DFEJ, Cummins/Onan DFEK, Cummins/Onan QSX15 engine
Procedure
- Move the 0/Manual/Auto switch to the Manual position and press the Manual Run/Stop button.
- The starter begins cranking and the engine starts; the starter disconnects.
- When coolant reaches operating temperature or warm-up at idle time delay is reached (0 to 300 seconds), the set ramps to rated speed and voltage.
- If the engine does not start, the starter disengages and the control indicates an overcrank shutdown.
Specs & values
- Default start cycles: 3, composed of 15 seconds cranking and 15 seconds rest
- Warm-up at idle time delay: 0 to 300 seconds
Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan DFE →, Cummins/Onan DFEJ →, Cummins/Onan DFEK →
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.