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General Boards => Technical Support => Topic started by: John 'Bo' Achord on August 11, 2014, 02:37:32 AM
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My generator is shutting down on code 36. Corrective actions are as follows : 1. check fuel level. 2. prime fuel system for one minute. 3.Check all fuel fittings for fuel and air leaks. 4. check and clean air filter. 5. Replace fuel filter. I have done all of the actions. I even replaced the drive belt and the Temp. sender switch. The generator is still shutting down on the same code. It runs and shuts down at different times : 10min , 30 mins. , 2 Hrs. I am running 2 A/C's or 3 when it is running. I was wondering if anyone ever ran across this problem. If so I would love to hear from you. If not , I guess I will have to find a Onan dealer in the area and bring it to them. I live in Baton Rouge , La. . If :( anyone knows a good Onan service dealers in this area I would appreciate a name. I am trying to get ready for football tailgating at LSU . Go Tigers !!!!! I would appreciate any information. Thanks
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I found this by doing a Google search on "onan 10kw generator shutdown code 36".
The site link is http://drr.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/80760912/m/2557032626
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John,
You should be able to determine if your fuel pump is loosing power, if so running a switched external 12 volt supply to it would get you up and going until you have more time and money for a permanent repair.
Gerald
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:)Gerald and David I really appreciate the information you have given. I will start working on it this week. I will keep you informed on what I find. Thanks again !!!
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I just wanted to inform everybody that it ended up being the Main Electronic Board.
Generator runs forever now !!!!! I will make sure the Heat dissipator Fins on the board stay clean.
I say this because the old board Fins were coated with dirt big time.
Thanks to all !!!!
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uhhhh... where is the board located? Can we get to it easily to clean it once in awhile? I would guess cleaning it means to use either an air tank or a can of compressed air like used to clean the interior of a desktop computer... not a vacuum cleaner, eh?
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David,
CRC makes several electronic parts cleaner in spray cans that dry quickly and leave no residue. This type of cleaner would be my choice for a circuit board and heat sink. Limit the amount you spray on plastic parts if you can. Most automotive supply places that carry CRC will have a version on hand. With the wand you get a very directional controllable spray. There is a version called Electro Clean also y CRC.
http://www.grainger.com/product/CRC-Electrical-Parts-Cleaner-4YPJ5
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Ed,David,
Do not get CRC Electro-Motive. It is meant for motors and is death on plastic parts, especially switches.
Steve
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I have used several of the CRC electronic solvent cleaning products where they state use caution on plastics. I use the wand clean what is necessary without the plastics getting much overspray and all has been fine. Steve has a point though and some caution is in order. I have not seen the configuration of the board so if a lot of plastics are involved then CRC has other options. In particular the contact cleaners are generally safe for plastics CRC PN 03070 would be fine or PN03125.
http://www.grainger.com/ec/pdf/Grainger-Product-Guide.pdf
http://www.crcindustries.com/ei/product_detail.aspx?id=03070
http://www.zoro.com/i/G1029777/?utm_source=google_shopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Google_Shopping_Feed&gclid=CLiixY6i6MACFU9k7AodXBEAfg
Later Ed
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The board is mounted behind the Radiator Reservoir toward the front of the Generator. It can be access through the Maintinance side Door. I just used my air compressor to blow all of the dirt and dust out of the compartment. The circuit board is sealed with some type of epoxy.