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Section 1. General Information
This manual contains information on operating, main-
taining, and adjusting the Onan
®
DJB and DJE genera-
tor sets. Study and follow these instructions carefully. A
well-planned service and maintenance program will help
provide longer unit life and better performance.
In this manual, the engine end of the generator set is de-
fined as the front. The “left” and “right” sides are defined
when facing the engine (front) end.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
When the generator set requires servicing, contact your
nearest dealer or distributor. Factory-trained Parts and
Service representatives are ready to handle all your
service needs.
If unable to locate a dealer or distributor, consult the Yel-
low Pages. Typically, our distributors are listed under:
GENERATORS-ELECTRIC, or
ENGINES-GASOLINE OR DIESEL
For the name of your local Cummins
®
/Onan or Onan-
only distributor in the United States or Canada, call
1-800-888-ONAN (this automated service uses touch-
tone phones only). By entering your area code and the
first three digits of your local telephone number, you will
receive the name and telephone number of the distribu-
tor nearest you.
When contacting your distributor, always supply the
complete Model Number and Serial Number as shown
on the generator set nameplate.
Onan gensets are given a complete running test under a
variety of load conditions, and are thoroughly checked
before leaving the factory. Examine this unit closely
when it arrives, for possible shipping damage. Tighten
loose parts, replace missing parts and repair all visible
damage before starting the unit.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
When this manual refers to a specific generator set, iden-
tify it by referring to the MODEL and SPEC NO. shown on
the unit nameplate. Electrical specs are listed on the
lower portion of the nameplate.
