Do generators need Antifreeze?

It is not recommended to add more than 60% antifreeze to the coolant, otherwise it will reduce the antifreeze protection of the diesel generator set. It is recommended to use ethylene glycol as antifreeze. Anti-rust liquid should be used instead of antifreeze in areas where there is no risk of icing.

Where does coolant go in a generator?

1. Closed System. In a closed system, the coolant goes through the radiator (or another type of heat exchanger), which has enough surface area for ambient air (often blown by fans) to cool the liquid down. Usually, the radiator is located in the same enclosure as the generator itself, creating a small loop.

How are generators cooled?

Liquid-cooled systems use several types of oil/coolant to cool the internal generator parts. The heat is transferred to the coolant, which is directed through the radiator where the air cools it. Generally, modern generators above 22 kW utilize liquid-cooling, with air-cooled engines dominating portable generators.

What kind of generator does a Winnebago use?

Onan Generators used by Winnebago and Itasca range from a 2.5KW LP in the Winnebago ERA to a 10,000 watt Onan Quiet Diesel in the flagship Tour and Ellipse. Also available on select Winnebago and Itasca products is the Cummins Onan Energy Command Panel. This features the following benefits:

Are there any problems with the Onan Winnebago Generator?

Onan’s engineering is nowhere near what it should be. Circuit boards are open to the elements. Connectors are open to the elements. Wires are free to chafe and burn through. They could have done a much better job. Beware if you are looking at a Winnebago be sure to carefully check the generator and the way it is mounted!

Is there a problem with my Winnie generator?

The generator on my 1997 Winnie, a Onan Emerald Plus 5000, was producing power. I checked the connections at the generator’s circuit breakers. There was no power at the transfer switch. The power leaves the generator via some 12 gauge stranded aluminum wire.

Where does 60 volts come from on a Winnebago?

It comes in to the regulator as A/C from the generator, and is rectified to D/C for the excitation. If the 42 volts was D/C, then the regulator is within its 18 – 60 volt operating range. The 250 volt + thing threw me off as you were probably set for A/C instead of D/C and measuring to ground instead of across the brushes.

What do you need to know about an Onan generator?

Before any evaluation of the controls, regulator or generator can proceed, the Onan engine must have oil and fuel, be in running condition and the 12-volt battery charged. The electronic governor, 151-0752, on Models BGM and NHM, Spec B and later, must be functioning properly.

When did Winnebago switch to the Onan brand?

The Generac company began to phase out these small generator sets which were used solely on the Rialta so Winnebago switched to the ONAN brand beginning in model year 2000.