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Old 08-07-2012, 05:05 PM   #15
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Default Re: Onan info

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Originally Posted by schultz View Post
I have the same generator that had the exact same problem. A buddy of mine who works on Onans in the marine industry and has been to Onan training, told me this. Get a meter and check the Hz frequency at the outlet. It should be 63 Hz with no load 60 Hz with a load. If the generator goes up over 63 Hz it will shut itself off. I just had to adjust the throttle to get it into that range. Haven't had any trouble since. It's worth a try and won't cost anything.

Craig Schultz
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That was my problem the whole time. An easy fix..............
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