SeaNile
Well-Known Member
Odd thing going on the past few times I've used the Onan diesel generator. Runs perfectly, puts out power, generally no issues except when starting. Not really having issues starting, but rather the starter doesn't seem to stay engaged long enough to get it to start. I have to let go of the start button or a second and then push it again to start. Sometimes it takes 2-3 pushes and other times 20. Battery does not sound weak and once it engages for more than a second or two the generator starts right up.
Nothing sounds abnormal, starter sounds good and after so many tries it does engage for long enough that the generator starts right up. All parameters are normal, no smoke, etc.
Thoughts? Could it be the 12v starting battery? Although the starter sounds fine which to me is an indirect assessment of the battery voltage.
Nothing sounds abnormal, starter sounds good and after so many tries it does engage for long enough that the generator starts right up. All parameters are normal, no smoke, etc.
Thoughts? Could it be the 12v starting battery? Although the starter sounds fine which to me is an indirect assessment of the battery voltage.