La Mesa RV Tip - How to Use a 4.0 kW RV Generator | La Mesa RV

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[@frankiefernandez5252]

ONE OF THE BEST VIDEOS. I LEARNED SOME IMPORTANT INFORMATION. VIDEO WAS SHORT AND TO THE POINT. THANKS.

[@lucindarowland447]

Thank you. You get directly to the point.

[@locopilot1]

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.

[@Fschramm1]

Thank you for this very informative video!

[@trustme7731]

The removable cover should always be installed anytime it's running, except when diagnosing or adjusting, and not just when it's hot outside. Not only should it be started with no load, but it should be shutdown with no load and run for a few minutes to cool down.

[@Senseiryan]

OMG!!! THANK YOU! I turned off the circuit breaker and then couldn't figure out what was wrong. LOL

[@mauromartinez9236]

Is adding a petcock recommended?

[@angieeggleston2970]

Thank you.

[@ajrollan5304]

Very nice video

[@DecayUNCUT]

Hello. Could you suggest or recommend to me a good carburetor and fuel pump for a Onan 4000 generator? Thank you. Tom

[@lamesarecvan]

We recommend that you stick with OEM replacement parts as the specific part will depend upon the spec of your Onan 4000 generator. We'd be glad to help you at any one of our stores across the country. Depending on your location, another excellent resource is Kimbrough Automotive Services in Tuscumbia, AL.

[@DecayUNCUT]

@@lamesarecvan I live 2 hours south-east of ATlanta. What would be the closest?

[@lamesarecvan]

@@DecayUNCUT Our closest store to you would be in Sanford, Florida which is northeast of Orlando. You might also want to consult cummins.com as they are the parent company to Onan and offer a service/dealer locator service on their website.

[@alive-awake]

I looked in my cord compartment and I don't see where there is a place to plug a cord in. Maybe not all rigs have this huh??I only have the cord that plugs into the 30 amp outlet at the rv site.

[@lamesarecvan]

Yes, not all rigs will have a requirement to plug the shore power cord into the RV when using generator power. Many RVs are built with a transfer switch which is hard wired into the RV and will automatically switch the RV between generator or shore power based on what's available

[@garywood8322]

Great video except i dont have that little switch on the generator..and lost all power and it wont switch back to commercial power now..it runs but no 110v . Im ready to completely just remove the whole generator and just wire to the house line

[@lamesarecvan]

Gary, not sure we can diagnose this over a KZbin messaging system. If you'd like send us additional information to [e-mail] including the model of your generator and RV.