if it is an older Onan something else you might want to check on some of these possibly just older ones there is a automatic switch-over so you don't have to unplug it it does it automatically... I had my burnout had to replace that
Thank you so very much for your video. We just bought a 89 Mallard and my husband just repaired the generator but it wasn't putting out power . He checked the plug outlet and found out that the previous owner had cut it where it plugged into the motorhome. All fixed and powered up . Thank you
Thanks for this!! Instead of just showing what you did, you showed a few different options that it could be. I have this same problem I discovered this weekend. I'll you know how it went!!
I’ve tripped mine at the generator a couple of times. First time it took me awhile to figure out there was a breaker at the generator. The thing I didn’t realize, our RV has a 50 amp main panel. So I think, and I could be wrong, that means when you are on a fifty amp service you have two 25 amp main feeds that actually can give you 240 volts. The generator, 7.5KW Onan, only puts out 120 volts but feeds both legs of the panel, which also must be how the 30 amp connection works. The breaker on the generator is 35 amps, so it is possible to trip it running two air conditioners the microwave or maybe a hair dryer and the air conditioners. Anyway, glad you figured it out for free!
Glad it was an easy fix! Headache stinks, but least you figured it out before you took it in somewhere or called someone and spent money for basically nothing. Good job thinking about that breaker!!
Smart man Jeff! Sometimes the simplest problems involve just turning off everything, flipping the switches + checking the fuses and trying again. Ah, patience.. my downfall
I worked for a rv dealership..and got certified in onan..the old ck onans were the best ever...then when Cummins bought out Onan ' the parts are expensive...still good generators...
good to know. Question for you..we had the RV in storage for about 10 months. Generator started right up ran for a few minutes then shut off and won't restart. Turns over good but just won't start. Any suggestions?
THIS IS HOW I FIXED MINE, IN THE CASE OF.... "I CAN'T START MY GENERATOR" It's has been two years since last time it was running, so I started by checking oil level full at gen dipstick (it won't start if low oil because of sensors) then I checked gasoline more than 1\4 tank in the RV (also safety sensors), sparkplug checked for good spark, also checked the manual reset circuit braker ( to be ON) at front motorhome engine compartment for 12v current to the generator to be able to start it, also cleaned the carburetor and even installed new one but same situation, then checked wires and found some has been chewed like gum by rats at the back of starting switch generator panel so I replaced them, at this time the generator started but stay running only by keep pushing the switch on all the time, so then finally I knew it was internal electrical problem from the engine itself, so I took the generator out from my RV to work in my garage, (I did this by myself with some tools and old Mayan tricks ) lol, it's really heavy for one person. I disassemble the unit at my garage and started by removing the cover, then the cooling fan or flywheel unit (it's 2 items in one) until finally I was at the gen rotor and brushes assembly area and this is what I found: one more wire chewed by filthy rats plus the stinky rat nest in the middle of the generator motor coil, I fixed the wire and sanded the commutator copper contacts where the brushes are sitting becouse they were real duty with old urine from the rats, and of course I got rid off the stinky nest, lol!!! Then I assembled everything back together and... bingo it's runing like a champion!!! For this project materials involved was about $60.00 including an aftermarket new carburetor and an harmonic balancer/steering wheel puller (available at any auto parts for $25.00) to pull the aluminum fan out and (flywheel). Just picture this: (Any gasoline engine run smooth if gasoline and DC current aren't interrupted) so following this important principle you'll always find the problem to be fixed. Also if you have a onan microlite 4000 like mine, don't run it for more than a minute without the cover because you'll cook the engine real fast, also keep the eye on the aluminium fan and your fingers after cranking it in case you missing one or two members...just kidding, lol!!! After testing the gen with the help of a gasoline container, a piece of hose and 12v battery, I did put the air cooling assembly back and the rest of components including the cover, then it was ready to be installed at my RV. Once the gen was installed back at my motorhome I started it to be tested for 120v electricity but not before flipping the AC circuit switch (on) at the gen starting control panel (sometimes hiding under or around the panel) to be able to transfer power to my RV GFCI main outlet and electric panel as well, my motorhome it's equipped with GFCI so I reset it and tested for green led light indicating power is ready at my main breakers panel, so I turned my main breaker (on) along the others ones but no power was present at my breaker main switch (faulty main braker) so I flipped it many times, sometimes you can make it work again, mine did work, lol!!! I'm happy because everything works now including the refrigerator for cold drinks and AC for this crazy summer, lol! Later I'll buy me a new main braker, for now this is a resurrected generator story that needed to be shared. If this can help eaven one person to save time and $$$ it'll make me more happy, thanks for reading.
if it is an older Onan something else you might want to check
on some of these possibly just older ones there is a automatic switch-over so you don't have to unplug it it does it automatically... I had my burnout had to replace that
thanks so much for adding that info. Maybe that will be able to help someone also.
Jeff and Margie
Thank you very much. Just bought my first rv and this video saved me from pulling all my hair out! Thank you again and again.
Glad it helped! Enjoy your first RV. safe travels to you
Changed my fuel pump and filter and must have tripped the switch also. Saved me a headache. Thanks for the video.
We are so glad that our video was a help to you. Thanks for stopping in
Worked it was one of my two breakers on the Onan. Thank you!!!🙏🏼
So happy it was a help!
Thank you so very much for your video. We just bought a 89 Mallard and my husband just repaired the generator but it wasn't putting out power . He checked the plug outlet and found out that the previous owner had cut it where it plugged into the motorhome. All fixed and powered up . Thank you
Glad I could help. Enjoy your Mallard. safe travels
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! This helped me a lot!!!
We're so glad the info helped you!! Safe travels
Jeff & Margie
@@RVAshsinApril ❤️
God bless you for posting this, mine had the same problem. I must have bumped it during the carb removal.
@ryanhinkle5676 We are so very happy that our video helped
Nice job troubleshooting the problem, Im glad it was an easy fix, thanks for sharing .
Thanks for stopping in, hopefully this video will be of help to someone with the same issue
Thanks for walking us through your trouble shooting process. Glad it was an easy solution, and you’ve got power again!
thanks so much for watching, we are hoping this will help out someone with the same issue :)
Great job troubleshooting the issue. Glad it was an easy fix at no cost. :)
Thanks Bob, yes zero cost is always good for sure.
Great tips on what to look for. Fantastic job Jeff you saved a lot of money by diagnosing and fixing that problem yourself.
Thanks 👍
We had the exact same problem. You saved our weekend..thank you!
Glad I could help! Safe travels
Great tip to remember that will be the first thing I'll check if I run into the same situation. Thanks
hopefully you'll never need the info but if you do, yes it could come in handy :)
I'm glad its working! Thank you for all the trouble shooting steps!!
Thanks so much for stopping in :) Hopefully this video will help someone that has the same issue
Glad you got it figured out. 👏👏👏👏 Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍
Me too! thanks so much for stopping in
I am so glad the problem is fixed. ♥HAPPY THANKSGIVEN TO YOU♥ ♥ALWAYS BE BLESSED♥
Me too!! Happy Thanksgiving to you
Oh well Jeff, got in some good exercise! Glad it was a simple fix. Have a great Holiday yall. God Bless.
Thanks, you too!
Thanks for this!! Instead of just showing what you did, you showed a few different options that it could be. I have this same problem I discovered this weekend. I'll you know how it went!!
I do hope you find the issue with yours! Yes please let us know what you find out.
This has happened on our generator before. It's great that you guys shared this info to help others that may have this issue. Safe travels!
Thanks Steve, we do hope that it will help someone out.
Thank goodness you found it and true only a headache, not costing an arm and and a leg to fix.
yes that was a blessing for sure
I'm glad you were able to figure out what the problem was with out having to fork out any money. Great info to know.
Thanks for watching Lucy
Glad it's working. Take Care
Thanks, you too!
Thank you for sharing everyone needs to check that once in awhile you take care and have a great day
Thanks so much for stopping in and watching.
I’ve tripped mine at the generator a couple of times. First time it took me awhile to figure out there was a breaker at the generator. The thing I didn’t realize, our RV has a 50 amp main panel. So I think, and I could be wrong, that means when you are on a fifty amp service you have two 25 amp main feeds that actually can give you 240 volts. The generator, 7.5KW Onan, only puts out 120 volts but feeds both legs of the panel, which also must be how the 30 amp connection works. The breaker on the generator is 35 amps, so it is possible to trip it running two air conditioners the microwave or maybe a hair dryer and the air conditioners. Anyway, glad you figured it out for free!
Thanks, it's always good when it doesn't cost anything for sure
Glad you found the problem. Good advice to others if this ever happens to them!
Thanks Buck, we are hoping that it will help someone else with the same issue
So glad you found out what went wrong!! Good job!!❤️
Thank you!! We are hoping that this might help out someone else
great job problem solving it. process of elimination if you know what your doing. good job Jeff.
thanks Jonnie, I was so glad it wasn't something major.
Great video
Thanks for the visit, glad you enjoyed it
Glad it was an easy fix. I bet if you would have taken it in to a service place, they would say you need a total rebuild. Lol
HI Danny :) yes an easy fix is good
Nothing like a free repair!!
True :) We are hoping that maybe this might help someone else that has the issue
Glad y'all figured it out!
Us too! thanks for stopping in
Glad you got it sorted 👍
Me too! thanks for stopping in
Glad it was an easy fix! Headache stinks, but least you figured it out before you took it in somewhere or called someone and spent money for basically nothing. Good job thinking about that breaker!!
Sometimes we just need to step back and think it thru :) Hopefully this will help out someone with the same issue
Great tip!!! I subscribed to ur channel
Awesome! Thank you!
ah the joys of Onan generators, not to rain on your parade even more, but Nomadic Fanatic loves him some Onan too [not really]
yes Eric has had some issues with the Onan generators :)
Love those kind of repairs! Free!
yep :)
Smart man Jeff! Sometimes the simplest problems involve just turning off everything, flipping the switches + checking the fuses and trying again. Ah, patience.. my downfall
Hey Mona, yes sometimes that is just what is needed
I worked for a rv dealership..and got certified in onan..the old ck onans were the best ever...then when Cummins bought out Onan ' the parts are expensive...still good generators...
good to know. Question for you..we had the RV in storage for about 10 months. Generator started right up ran for a few minutes then shut off and won't restart. Turns over good but just won't start. Any suggestions?
That's good ya found the issue. Don't ya love a fix that only cost time?!
Yes! so glad it was an easy fix. Hopefully this will help out some one else with the issue
Glad that was an easy fix.
so were we 👍 hopefully this info will help someone else out.
Good to know. Glad it worked out
Me too!
Been there , done that, except it took me about 2 days to figure it out !!! But in my defense, you know where I'm from. LOL
lol Craig
whew good thought might have a service call lol simple 🛠️🇨🇦🛠️🇨🇦
lol Badge. I did have you number handy just in case :)
@@RVAshsinApril that's awesome badge on speed dial good one 😆😆🛠️🇨🇦
Glad it was fixable for y’all
thanks LeeLee, so was I 🙂
Thanks again
Hope it helped
I never knew you let whatshisname out!!!
lol only when I need something.
THIS IS HOW I FIXED MINE, IN THE CASE OF....
"I CAN'T START MY GENERATOR"
It's has been two years since last time it was running, so I started by checking oil level full at gen dipstick (it won't start if low oil because of sensors) then I checked gasoline more than 1\4 tank in the RV (also safety sensors), sparkplug checked for good spark, also checked the manual reset circuit braker ( to be ON) at front motorhome engine compartment for 12v current to the generator to be able to start it, also cleaned the carburetor and even installed new one but same situation, then checked wires and found some has been chewed like gum by rats at the back of starting switch generator panel so I replaced them, at this time the generator started but stay running only by keep pushing the switch on all the time, so then finally I knew it was internal electrical problem from the engine itself, so I took the generator out from my RV to work in my garage, (I did this by myself with some tools and old Mayan tricks ) lol, it's really heavy for one person.
I disassemble the unit at my garage and started by removing the cover, then the cooling fan or flywheel unit (it's 2 items in one) until finally I was at the gen rotor and brushes assembly area and this is what I found: one more wire chewed by filthy rats plus the stinky rat nest in the middle of the generator motor coil, I fixed the wire and sanded the commutator copper contacts where the brushes are sitting becouse they were real duty with old urine from the rats, and of course I got rid off the stinky nest, lol!!!
Then I assembled everything back together and... bingo it's runing like a champion!!!
For this project materials involved was about $60.00 including an aftermarket new carburetor and an harmonic balancer/steering wheel puller (available at any auto parts for $25.00) to pull the aluminum fan out and (flywheel).
Just picture this: (Any gasoline engine run smooth if gasoline and DC current aren't interrupted) so following this important principle you'll always find the problem to be fixed.
Also if you have a onan microlite 4000 like mine, don't run it for more than a minute without the cover because you'll cook the engine real fast, also keep the eye on the aluminium fan and your fingers after cranking it in case you missing one or two members...just kidding, lol!!!
After testing the gen with the help of a gasoline container, a piece of hose and 12v battery, I did put the air cooling assembly back and the rest of components including the cover, then it was ready to be installed at my RV.
Once the gen was installed back at my motorhome I started it to be tested for 120v electricity but not before flipping the AC circuit switch (on) at the gen starting control panel (sometimes hiding under or around the panel) to be able to transfer power to my RV GFCI main outlet and electric panel as well, my motorhome it's equipped with GFCI so I reset it and tested for green led light indicating power is ready at my main breakers panel, so I turned my main breaker (on) along the others ones but no power was present at my breaker main switch (faulty main braker) so I flipped it many times, sometimes you can make it work again, mine did work, lol!!!
I'm happy because everything works now including the refrigerator for cold drinks and AC for this crazy summer, lol! Later I'll buy me a new main braker, for now this is a resurrected generator story that needed to be shared.
If this can help eaven one person to save time and $$$ it'll make me more happy, thanks for reading.
So glad that after all that work you got it back up and running.
Pleased you have your power back on 😊💜
Me too!! thanks for stopping in Kat, I do hope your having a wonderful day
Fast forward to 2:12 if you’re as impatient as I am. 😂
I hope the info helped. I skip forward sometimes also :)
Yes! Very helpful. Wasn’t even aware of that little hidden circuit breaker. 🤔🤣