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Cummins/Onan — Switch Checkout (G)

Testing & diagnosis

From a Cummins/Onan service manual covering: DL4, DL6, DL6T. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan DL4, Cummins/Onan DL6, Cummins/Onan DL6T

Procedure

  1. Remove battery B+ cable.
  2. Place ohmmeter leads across switch.
  3. Open and close switch while observing ohmmeter.
  4. A normally open (NO) switch should show infinite resistance open and continuity closed; NC is opposite.
  5. Replace switch if defective.

Tools required

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Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan DL6 →

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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