if it is an older Onan something else you might want to check on some of these possibly just older ones there is a automatic switch-over so you don't have to unplug it it does it automatically... I had my burnout had to replace that
@RVAshsinApril Жыл бұрын
thanks so much for adding that info. Maybe that will be able to help someone also. Jeff and Margie
@Angelia-s6u9 ай бұрын
Thank you so very much for your video. We just bought a 89 Mallard and my husband just repaired the generator but it wasn't putting out power . He checked the plug outlet and found out that the previous owner had cut it where it plugged into the motorhome. All fixed and powered up . Thank you
@RVAshsinApril9 ай бұрын
Glad I could help. Enjoy your Mallard. safe travels
@jime3820023 жыл бұрын
Changed my fuel pump and filter and must have tripped the switch also. Saved me a headache. Thanks for the video.
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
We are so glad that our video was a help to you. Thanks for stopping in
@ej_colclough4 ай бұрын
Worked it was one of my two breakers on the Onan. Thank you!!!🙏🏼
@RVAshsinApril4 ай бұрын
So happy it was a help!
@jackanderson1418 Жыл бұрын
Great tip to remember that will be the first thing I'll check if I run into the same situation. Thanks
@RVAshsinApril Жыл бұрын
hopefully you'll never need the info but if you do, yes it could come in handy :)
@ryanhinkle5676Ай бұрын
God bless you for posting this, mine had the same problem. I must have bumped it during the carb removal.
@RVAshsinAprilАй бұрын
@ryanhinkle5676 We are so very happy that our video helped
@Gottalovecarpetpythons3 жыл бұрын
Thank goodness you found it and true only a headache, not costing an arm and and a leg to fix.
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
yes that was a blessing for sure
@YNPBORN2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! This helped me a lot!!!
@RVAshsinApril2 жыл бұрын
We're so glad the info helped you!! Safe travels Jeff & Margie
@YNPBORN2 жыл бұрын
@@RVAshsinApril ❤️
@G.J..Journeys3 жыл бұрын
Glad it's working. Take Care
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@loujirizarry772 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. Just bought my first rv and this video saved me from pulling all my hair out! Thank you again and again.
@RVAshsinApril2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Enjoy your first RV. safe travels to you
@JonniesJourney3 жыл бұрын
great job problem solving it. process of elimination if you know what your doing. good job Jeff.
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
thanks Jonnie, I was so glad it wasn't something major.
@jaysongiannone9503 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this!! Instead of just showing what you did, you showed a few different options that it could be. I have this same problem I discovered this weekend. I'll you know how it went!!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
I do hope you find the issue with yours! Yes please let us know what you find out.
@NewVisionLCS3 жыл бұрын
Nothing like a free repair!!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
True :) We are hoping that maybe this might help someone else that has the issue
@strongsadventures3 жыл бұрын
Great tips on what to look for. Fantastic job Jeff you saved a lot of money by diagnosing and fixing that problem yourself.
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@VanVida3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad its working! Thank you for all the trouble shooting steps!!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for stopping in :) Hopefully this video will help someone that has the same issue
@HappyPlaceCamping3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was an easy fix! Headache stinks, but least you figured it out before you took it in somewhere or called someone and spent money for basically nothing. Good job thinking about that breaker!!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes we just need to step back and think it thru :) Hopefully this will help out someone with the same issue
@NursingOurTravelBug3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for walking us through your trouble shooting process. Glad it was an easy solution, and you’ve got power again!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
thanks so much for watching, we are hoping this will help out someone with the same issue :)
@raystravel83253 жыл бұрын
Great video
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the visit, glad you enjoyed it
@gregmccarter2176 Жыл бұрын
I worked for a rv dealership..and got certified in onan..the old ck onans were the best ever...then when Cummins bought out Onan ' the parts are expensive...still good generators...
@RVAshsinApril Жыл бұрын
good to know. Question for you..we had the RV in storage for about 10 months. Generator started right up ran for a few minutes then shut off and won't restart. Turns over good but just won't start. Any suggestions?
@SixStringSteveDelivers3 жыл бұрын
This has happened on our generator before. It's great that you guys shared this info to help others that may have this issue. Safe travels!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve, we do hope that it will help someone out.
@JCharlesoutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Nice job troubleshooting the problem, Im glad it was an easy fix, thanks for sharing .
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping in, hopefully this video will be of help to someone with the same issue
@MikeandLisasExcellentAdventure3 жыл бұрын
Good to know. Glad it worked out
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@WhoaNellieRVAdventures3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you were able to figure out what the problem was with out having to fork out any money. Great info to know.
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Lucy
@DesmondsDonders3 жыл бұрын
Glad that was an easy fix.
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
so were we 👍 hopefully this info will help someone else out.
@sylvialmartel3 жыл бұрын
I am so glad the problem is fixed. ♥HAPPY THANKSGIVEN TO YOU♥ ♥ALWAYS BE BLESSED♥
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Me too!! Happy Thanksgiving to you
@dannyg67803 жыл бұрын
Glad it was an easy fix. I bet if you would have taken it in to a service place, they would say you need a total rebuild. Lol
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
HI Danny :) yes an easy fix is good
@RVBFE3 жыл бұрын
Glad you got it figured out. 👏👏👏👏 Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Me too! thanks so much for stopping in
@jeffhendrickson85993 жыл бұрын
Thanks again
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Hope it helped
@mr.breeze96573 жыл бұрын
Oh well Jeff, got in some good exercise! Glad it was a simple fix. Have a great Holiday yall. God Bless.
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@ericwysong29173 жыл бұрын
We had the exact same problem. You saved our weekend..thank you!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help! Safe travels
@Jumpingoffthecliff3 жыл бұрын
I’ve tripped mine at the generator a couple of times. First time it took me awhile to figure out there was a breaker at the generator. The thing I didn’t realize, our RV has a 50 amp main panel. So I think, and I could be wrong, that means when you are on a fifty amp service you have two 25 amp main feeds that actually can give you 240 volts. The generator, 7.5KW Onan, only puts out 120 volts but feeds both legs of the panel, which also must be how the 30 amp connection works. The breaker on the generator is 35 amps, so it is possible to trip it running two air conditioners the microwave or maybe a hair dryer and the air conditioners. Anyway, glad you figured it out for free!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it's always good when it doesn't cost anything for sure
@rvlucky29093 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing everyone needs to check that once in awhile you take care and have a great day
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for stopping in and watching.
@BluWaveOdyssey3 жыл бұрын
Great job troubleshooting the issue. Glad it was an easy fix at no cost. :)
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob, yes zero cost is always good for sure.
@bucknaykid58213 жыл бұрын
Glad you found the problem. Good advice to others if this ever happens to them!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Buck, we are hoping that it will help someone else with the same issue
@MyMy-tv7fd6 ай бұрын
ah the joys of Onan generators, not to rain on your parade even more, but Nomadic Fanatic loves him some Onan too [not really]
@RVAshsinApril6 ай бұрын
yes Eric has had some issues with the Onan generators :)
@FloridaHomesteading3 жыл бұрын
So glad you found out what went wrong!! Good job!!❤️
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! We are hoping that this might help out someone else
@locopilot12 жыл бұрын
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.
@RVAshsinApril2 жыл бұрын
So glad that after all that work you got it back up and running.
@justmona96473 жыл бұрын
Smart man Jeff! Sometimes the simplest problems involve just turning off everything, flipping the switches + checking the fuses and trying again. Ah, patience.. my downfall
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Hey Mona, yes sometimes that is just what is needed
@craigtarbox34993 жыл бұрын
Been there , done that, except it took me about 2 days to figure it out !!! But in my defense, you know where I'm from. LOL
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
lol Craig
@HitchUpAndTow3 жыл бұрын
Glad you got it sorted 👍
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Me too! thanks for stopping in
@BonedaddyToo3 жыл бұрын
Glad y'all figured it out!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Us too! thanks for stopping in
@Missprettyladi3 жыл бұрын
Great tip!!! I subscribed to ur channel
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@Badgeweefixstuff3 жыл бұрын
whew good thought might have a service call lol simple 🛠️🇨🇦🛠️🇨🇦
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
lol Badge. I did have you number handy just in case :)
@Badgeweefixstuff3 жыл бұрын
@@RVAshsinApril that's awesome badge on speed dial good one 😆😆🛠️🇨🇦
@FrugalRVGal3 жыл бұрын
Love those kind of repairs! Free!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
yep :)
@BlindViews3 жыл бұрын
That's good ya found the issue. Don't ya love a fix that only cost time?!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Yes! so glad it was an easy fix. Hopefully this will help out some one else with the issue
@LeeLeesLens3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was fixable for y’all
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
thanks LeeLee, so was I 🙂
@BlueVanDan3 жыл бұрын
I never knew you let whatshisname out!!!
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
lol only when I need something.
@katcankan71293 жыл бұрын
Pleased you have your power back on 😊💜
@RVAshsinApril3 жыл бұрын
Me too!! thanks for stopping in Kat, I do hope your having a wonderful day
@deanbunnell4155Ай бұрын
Fast forward to 2:12 if you’re as impatient as I am. 😂
@RVAshsinAprilАй бұрын
I hope the info helped. I skip forward sometimes also :)
@deanbunnell4155Ай бұрын
Yes! Very helpful. Wasn’t even aware of that little hidden circuit breaker. 🤔🤣