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Went back to the rig (in mini-storage lot) so that I could try to figure out exactly what was going on with the Onan Marquis 5500 LP generator. Symptoms were previously described as the generator would start, but would immediately shut down without any load. I finally learned how to get the troubleshooting codes and ended up with a secondary code of 36. A quick perusing of the owners manual resulted in a diagnosis that I had suspected and hopefully will be confirmed next weekend. Apparently, when the generator is being used in cold temperatures, there can be problems providing the proper rate of vaporization for the generator. The primary cause is that the LP cylinders should be at least half-full. I suspected it was a propane problem, since our dealer stated up front that about all of the problems they have seen are propane feed related. I brought the tanks home, one empty, the other only partially full so that I can get them filled and hopefully remedy the situation. I did go prepared and took the Honda 2000 with me for the sole purpose of charging the rigs batteries (I do not remove them during the winter). Ran the small genny for about an hour and when I left the batteries were showing 2/3 charged. Hopefully with filled propane tanks I will complete the charging process Saturday with the on-board generator. An update will be posted.
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