Generator

[sewright33]

Generator turning over but not starting
I have had so many issues with this van but generator needed
Leaving on trip at Xmas and driving alone
Thanks for any help
Ann

[eric1514]

Originally Posted by sewright33

Generator turning over but not starting
I have had so many issues with this van but generator needed
Leaving on trip at Xmas and driving alone
Thanks for any help
Ann

Simple things first. Make sure you have over a 1/4 tank of gas in your van. Also check the oil level in the generator. It has a dipstick.

Good luck.

[mikeehlert]

What generator?
What van?
Custom conversion or factory built.

We want to help but we need more information.

[themexicandoctor]

Originally Posted by eric1514

Simple things first. Make sure you have over a 1/4 tank of gas in your van. Also check the oil level in the generator. It has a dipstick.

Good luck.

I concur, VIP.

And the Spark Plug condition at the Gap/Electrode & the seating of the Cap.

Also try starting the Generator when the Chassis Engine has been running for 15 minutes - sometimes the Generator & older batteries need all the help it can get juice wise if it hasn't been running.

Plus some people have suggested, that there can be a vacuum issue if it's been sitting for a while.

Also check that the fuse is firmly planted in its Receptacle.

Worse case scenario; you have to take it to a Onan Generator specialist or do what I do, take it to a Lawnmower shop, 1/3rd of the price, same engine.