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Cummins/Onan — Starting plant manually

Operation · starting crank

From a Cummins/Onan owner's manual covering: 10CW-150R, LOCW-150 R/, LOCW-3R/12 F. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan 10CW-150R, Cummins/Onan Spec A, Cummins/Onan Spec B, Cummins/Onan Spec C, Cummins/Onan Spec D, Cummins/Onan Spec E, Cummins/Onan Spec F, Cummins/Onan Spec G

Before you start

  • Do not spin the engine or push downward on the crank.

Procedure

  1. Adjust manual choke according to temperature.
  2. Prime fuel pump 10 to 20 strokes if initial run or plant ran out of fuel.
  3. Set toggle switch to HAND CRANK if electric-start model.
  4. Engage starting crank and pull quickly upward.
  5. Remove crank as soon as plant starts.

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan 10CW-150R →, Cummins/Onan Spec A →, Cummins/Onan Spec B →, Cummins/Onan Spec C →, Cummins/Onan Spec D →, Cummins/Onan Spec E →, Cummins/Onan Spec F →, Cummins/Onan Spec G →

Source: Cummins/Onan owner'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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