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Cummins/Onan — Starting at the Operator Panel (Manual Run Mode)

Operation · PowerCommand 2.3 control

From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan DFEJ, Cummins/Onan DFEK, Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9 engine

Before you start

  • Failure to press Start within ten seconds changes the set to Off mode.
  • Enter the access code if the mode change access feature is enabled.

Procedure

  1. Make sure the main circuit breaker is in the open position.
  2. Press the Manual button on the operator panel.
  3. Press the Start button within ten seconds.
  4. Control initiates starter cranking and an automatically sequenced manual start.
  5. If the engine fails to start, control indicates a Fail to Start shutdown.
  6. To clear Fail to Start: press the Stop button, then press the Reset button.
  7. Wait a minimum of two minutes for the starter motor to cool before retrying.

Specs & values

  • Default: 3 start cycles, 15 seconds cranking, 30 seconds rest

Full service-parts list: 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.

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