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11-18-2019, 02:00 PM
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Onan 5500 problem
Hope there is an easy solution for our Toy Hauler generator,, if not It’s going to a service center Wednesday. I have a 1/4 tank of gas in fuel station and I’m getting no action on the generator. The start/stop will flash red like normal and I can here a noise like something is trying to happen but nothing. It’s fresh gas and has been working fine up to yesterday. We don’t use a ton but getting ready for a trip next weekend that may or may not happen now. Been serviced regularly. Thanks
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11-18-2019, 03:01 PM
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Generator shuts off at ¼ tank so you don’t run your coach outta gas. Fill it up and keep it above 1/4. You’ll be fine.
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11-18-2019, 03:02 PM
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Would that be the same rule for the toy hauler?
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11-18-2019, 03:03 PM
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I’d assume so
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11-18-2019, 03:03 PM
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One easy way to find out! [emoji2]
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11-18-2019, 03:09 PM
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One easy way to find out! [emoji2]
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Ha, you are correct sir
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11-18-2019, 04:09 PM
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Added 4 more gallons of gas, still nothing
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11-18-2019, 04:55 PM
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Dumb question, but don't most toy haulers have two gas tanks. One is for the generator, the other for the toys. When you said you added fuel to the fuel station, does that mean you only have one tank. Your signature doesn't state what kind of toy hauler you have.
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11-18-2019, 04:59 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Drumster
Generator shuts off at ¼ tank so you don’t run your coach outta gas. Fill it up and keep it above 1/4. You’ll be fine.
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Not a coach. It's a Toy hauler.
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11-18-2019, 05:01 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KHBama
Added 4 more gallons of gas, still nothing
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No 1/4 tank rule on you gas toy hauler.
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11-18-2019, 05:05 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by winniman
Dumb question, but don't most toy haulers have two gas tanks. One is for the generator, the other for the toys. When you said you added fuel to the fuel station, does that mean you only have one tank. Your signature doesn't state what kind of toy hauler you have.
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I have one 30 gallon gas tank. Gas for generator is “supposed” to be pulled from that tank, according to the dealership.
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11-18-2019, 05:06 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KHBama
Hope there is an easy solution for our Toy Hauler generator,, if not It’s going to a service center Wednesday. I have a 1/4 tank of gas in fuel station and I’m getting no action on the generator. The start/stop will flash red like normal and I can here a noise like something is trying to happen but nothing. It’s fresh gas and has been working fine up to yesterday. We don’t use a ton but getting ready for a trip next weekend that may or may not happen now. Been serviced regularly. Thanks
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What does this mean? starter turning over? Motor trying to start but no go? Battery dead or slow turn over?
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11-18-2019, 05:12 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cavie
What does this mean? starter turning over? Motor trying to start but no go? Battery dead or slow turn over?
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When it is cold you will hear a noise as the battery engages along with glow plugs to heat up for start. May take a minute plus to kick over..
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11-18-2019, 05:12 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cavie
What does this mean? starter turning over? Motor trying to start but no go? Battery dead or slow turn over?
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Motor Is not trying to turn over. Battery is fully charged. Could be starter, not that familiar with the sound. It’s a subtle sound
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