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How long can you run Onan generator?

How long can you run Onan generator? 8 to 20 hours Depending on the model, the average safe length of time for a portable RV generator is 8 to 20 hours. RV generators can run for days on end if they are maintained properly. Depending on the generator type, you can keep them running for a few hours or a few days. Why does generator only run when RV is on electrical? This would explain why you only get electric when connected to shore power. I suspect it also may control or affect the start/run function of your generator or...

Tips

What are the recommended service intervals for Allison automatics?

What are the recommended service intervals for Allison automatics? ALLISON AUTOMATICS Recommended Fluid and Filter Service Intervals (On-Highway Applications) TrANSMISSION FAMILy APPrOVED FLUID TES-389 APPrOVED FLUID TES-295 (Eg. CASTrOL TrANSyND) gENErAL †DUTy†SEVErE DUTy gENErAL DUTy†SEVErE DUTy† Do you need TES 295 for Allison extended coverage? • The use of a TES-295 approved fluid is a requirement for Allison Extended Coverage (ETC) in all applications. • The use of a TES-295 approved fluid is a requirement for the 2000 series transmission in city bus applications. What kind of filter is required for Allison buses? • Allison high capacity filters have “high...

Q&A

When I turn on the microwave it trips the breaker?

When I turn on the microwave it trips the breaker? The answer: The microwave is overloading the electrical circuit. In other words, the circuit is rated to handle a certain amount of amps (unit of electrical current), and the microwave is exceeding that amount, causing the breaker to trip. Does my microwave need a dedicated circuit? The microwave oven needs a dedicated 20-amp, the 120/125-volt circuit to feed it. This will require 12/2 NM wire with a ground. Although it's not uncommon to see microwave ovens plugged into standard appliance outlets, larger microwave ovens can draw as much as 1500...

Miscellaneous

What are the symptoms of electric fuel pump failure?

What are the symptoms of electric fuel pump failure? Seven Signs Your Fuel Pump Is Going OutSputtering Engine. Your fuel pump is telling you something if your engine starts to sputter once you've hit the top speed on the highway. Overheating Engine. Low Fuel Pressure. Power Loss. Surging Engine. Gas Mileage Decrease. Dead Engine. How do I stop my electric fuel pump from making noise? So here are 4 tips to quiet things down!Do NOT solid mount your fuel pump to anything! Do not mount to sheet metal if you can avoid. Avoid using stainless braided hose or metal hard...

Guidelines

Can a fridge be powered by gas?

Can a fridge be powered by gas? Gas refrigerators have no moving parts and use gas or propane as their primary source of energy. They are also odd because they use heat, in the form of burning propane, to produce the cold inside the refrigerator. Can fridge be kept in bedroom? Refrigerators (fridges) are safe in the bedroom if you have no other place to store them. Dorm room mini-refrigerators are also safe to keep in the bedroom, as long as they're kept on a hard surface. Why is my fridge not working when I Turn on the gas? Try...

Q&A

How do you reset the ice maker on a Samsung 4 door refrigerator?

How do you reset the ice maker on a Samsung 4 door refrigerator? Reset the Ice MakerPress the button at the top of the ice bucket. While pressing the button pull out the bucket.Press and hold the ice maker reset button for about 2 seconds until you hear a chime (ding-dong) sound. Release the button once you hear the chime sound. Put the ice bucket back and wait for 3~4 hours.Q1. What to do if your ice maker is not working? If your ice maker is not making any ice, enough ice, cloudy, small, dirty, or clumped ice, or the...

Lifehacks

Which is the best brand of Allegro Open Road?

Which is the best brand of Allegro Open Road? Winnie and Allegro are the only brands I would consider buying. Tiffin quality is evident throughout the motorhome, I would only replace this Tiffin with another Tiffin. Of the 15 reviews for the Allegro Open Road, about half mentioned loving the floor plan: How old is the Tiffin Allegro Open Road? Tiffin has been producing the Open Road for almost 50 years, and it’s still going strong, with their current models 32-36′ long. Note: if you’re looking at NADA Guides to find fair pricing, make sure to have the model number...

Guidelines

Where is the position sensor located?

Where is the position sensor located? The sensor is at either the front or the back of the crankshaft, so it's usually located either on the transmission bellhousing or behind the crankshaft pulley. There should be a small air gap, usually about a millimeter or two, between the sensor and the reluctor. What will a bad crankshaft position sensor do? If the crankshaft position sensor or its wiring have any issues, it can cause the crankshaft signal to be cut off while the engine is running, which can cause the engine to stall. This is usually a symptom of a...

Guidelines

What do you need to know about a converter Charger?

What do you need to know about a converter Charger? Here’s what we’ve come up with on why you should get to know the very important, yet rarely discussed, Converter Charger. Let’s begin with a simple description: A Converter Charger is a device that Converts 110 Volt AC (household) power into 12 Volt DC (battery) power and simultaneously charges the RV batteries. Simple enough right? Which is DC converter 50 amp or 30 amp? Keep in mind that 30 or 50 amp service refers to the incoming AC service only and converter/chargers are rated in their DC output. Both the...

Q&A

How do you reset the transmission light on a Allison transmission?

How do you reset the transmission light on a Allison transmission? Transmission Service Indicator Light ResetTo reset the service indicator light.Turn the key on, do not start the engine.Move the shift selector to N-D-N-D-N-R-N, pausing briefly (less than 3 seconds) between each selector movement. What does the mode button do on an Allison transmission? It appears that it changes the shift patterns between fuel economy and performance. How do you engage the PTO on an automatic Allison transmission? You must put the automatic in gear, then shift pto, then put transmission back in neutral to turn pto. Then you may...