Slow Starting Generator

[curver900]

OP I prime mine and it still takes up to 10 sec to fire... sometimes it takes longer especially after sitting.. it starts alllllmost... then prime it again then usually 5-10 sec and it goes... mine is old though but always has had non oxy in it... after it runs then the next restart is 3 sec or so... but mine never "starts right up" i doubt others do either...

[thenne1713]

Originally Posted by drmike961

Correct me if I am wrong but I think the only way to prime the unit is outside on the genny right?? If so, you are not priming and your experience is normal...and better than mine.

The Prime comes from holding STOP button on the ONAN; suspect it is simpy running fuel pump enough to fill float bowl and get Needle-seat to close.