RV generator set

Quiet GasolineTM Series

RV QG 5500

Features and benefits Weight, size and sound level

• Quietest in its class.
Weight
• Exceptionally low vibration levels.
279 lbs (127 kg)
• Integrated design with enclosed muffler for easy Length 33.6 in (853 mm)
installation. Width 22.2 in (563 mm)
• Self-diagnostic capability to simplify
Height 16.7 in (425 mm)
troubleshooting.
• Runs one or two air conditioners with power to Sound 67 dB(A) Readings at 10 ft (3 m) half load
spare.
• Digital voltage regulation for stability as appliance
- Meets National Park Service sound level requirements (60 dB(A)
@ 50 ft) for national park use.
loads change. - Typical installation will further reduce sound level.
• 3-year limited warranty, lifetime drive warranty.
• Gasoline or LP fueled.

Models and ratings

Model Fuel Hz RPM Watts Voltage Amps Phase Circuit breaker
5.5 HGJAB- 1270 LP vapor 60 2400 5500 120 45.8 1 (2) 30 A
5.5 HGJAB-1119 LP vapor 60 2400 5500 120 45.8 1 (1) 30 A, (1) 20 A HACR
5.5 HGJAB-1038 Gasoline 60 2400 5500 120 45.8 1 (2) 30 A
5.5 HGJAB-901 Gasoline 60 2400 5500 120 45.8 1 (1) 30 A, (1) 20 A HACR
5.5 HGJAB-6755* Gasoline 60 2400 5500 120 45.8 1 (1) 30 A, (1) 20 A HACR

Ambient conditions for rated power output with muffler and RV enclosure, per ISO 8528-1:
- Temperature: 77° F (25° C)
- Altitude: 500 ft (152.4 m), (99 kPa dry)
Typical power output change based on ambient conditions:
- Temperature: Power output decreases 1% for every 10° F (5.5° C) increase
- Altitude: Power output decreases 3.5% for every 1000 ft (305 m) increase
Ratings represent minimums. Actual performance may be significantly higher based on installation and operating conditions.
* Evaporative spec: Effective January 1, 2011, gasoline generator sets on trailers, diesel chassis or any other non-motorized mobile apparatus
must have an EVAP generator set, approved tank, EVAP canister, hoses and fittings all meeting the CARB Tier 3 and EPA phase 3
standards and specifications. This law applies in all 50 states.

Operating temperature range

Low High
Gasoline -20° F (-29° C) 120° F (49° C)
LP 0° F (-18° C) 120° F (49° C)
- Depends upon LP tank capacity, surface area and butane content of LPG.

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Standard features Engine detail
• Mechanical governor adjustable from service side Model: Cummins Onan OHV EH65V gasoline engine
• Cummins Onan OHV engine Design: 4-cycle, OHV, 90-degree V-Twin
• Pressurized Thru Flow cooling system Compression ratio: 8:1
• 4-point focalized mounting system with vibration Displacement: 39.8 in3 (653 cm3)
isolators Maximum power: Gasoline-fueled models: 12.9 bhp
(9.6 kW), LP-fueled models: 10.7 bhp (8.0 kW)
• Universal mounting tray with structural capability to
Cooling: Centrifugal blower, generator set mounted for
support the generator set in RV applications
high effectiveness, pressurized system, vertical flow
• Integral USDA Forest Service-approved spark-arrestor Cooling air volume: Air flow includes engine,
muffler generator set control cooling air flow
• Replaceable dry element air cleaner 60 Hz at 500 ft3/min (14.2 m3/min)
• Integral control box 50 Hz at 417 ft3/min (11.8 m3/min)
• Instant one-touch stop switch Fuel System: Replaceable dry element air cleaner
• Automatic choke - (Gasoline) side-draft carburetor
• Fuel filter - Electronic fuel pump with positive fuel shutoff (3 psi), fuel
• Electric fuel pump (gasoline), electric fuel solenoid lift 3 ft (0.9 m)
(LPG) - Automatic choke with vacuum pull-off
• Positive fuel shutoff (3 psi) - Combustion air volume at rated load:
• Enclosed muffler 14.6 ft3/min (0.41 m3/min)
- (LPG) side-draft mixer with demand regulator
• Sound-attenuated housing
- Combustion air volume at rated load:
• Remote waterproof connector
14.9 ft3/min (0.42 m3/min)
• Automotive type starter with automatic start Ignition system: Electronic magneto type with resistor
disconnect plugs
• Spin-on, full-flow oil filter Starting system: Remote, 12 V, 3-wire, negative
• Low oil pressure protection ground automotive type starter with steel pinion and ring
• Over/under speed protection gear, automatic start disconnect, connector for remote start
• Overcurrent protectors (see Models and ratings cable, start-stop rocker switch mounted on set control
section) Lubrication: Full pressure positive displacement lube oil
• Low power factor field overcurrent protection pump, spin-on, full flow lube oil filter, low oil pressure
• 120 in (3 m) generator set output leads shutdown, dipstick
• Digital voltage regulation Oil capacity: 2.0 qt (1.9 L) including filter
Cylinder crankcase: Alloy aluminum with iron cylinder
liners cast into the block, aluminum oil base
Cylinder head: Aluminum, OHV

Average fuel consumption:

Gasoline No load Half load Full load
60 Hz 0.3 Gal/h (1.3 L/h) 0.6 Gal/h (2.3 L/h) 0.9 Gal/h (3.6 L/h)

LPG: No load Half load Full load

60 Hz 0.4 Gal/h (1.8 lb/h) 0.8 kg/h 0.8 Gal/h (3.3 lb/h) 1.5 kg/h 1.1 Gal/h (4.6 lb/h) 2.1 kg/h

Alternator details
Design: Cummins Onan revolving field, AC, 2-pole self- DC brushes: Electrographite; long life
excited, two bearing design Bearing: Double-sealed pre-lubricated ball bearings
Insulation system and temperature rise: Meets
ANSI/RVIA EGS-1 and CSA Electrical Bulletin 946 Generator set performance
requirements.
Air conditioner starting: One 13500 Btu air
Cooling: Direct drive centrifugal blower. Cast aluminum
conditioner with 3000 W base load or two 11000 Btu air
housing for excellent heat transfer conditioners with 1500 W base load at 100° F (38° C) at
Excitation: Capped, digital voltage regulation 500 ft (152.4 m) elevation
Rotor: Laminated electrical steel assembly press-fitted to Frequency and voltage regulation: No load to full
shaft, balanced. Heavy insulated copper wire windings; load, frequency <5%, voltage 1.1%
optimized air gap for improved waveform and motor starting
Stator: Laminated electrical steel assembly, skewed for
improved waveform; heavy insulated copper wire windings

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Basic dimensions Dimensions: in (mm)

Note: This outline drawing is provided for general reference only and is not intended for design or installation. For more information see
Operation and Installation manuals or obtain 500-3234 drawing and wiring diagram from your distributor/dealer.

Accessories
• Remote start/stop rocker switch (P/N 300-5331) • Tailpipe kits: 22 in (P/N 155-3481-01), 26
• Remote control with start/stop switch and running time in (P/N 155-3481-02)
meter (P/N 300-5332) • Exhaust tube, straight with flanged end: 3 in
• Remote control w/start/stop switch and DC voltmeter (P/N 155-2610), 7 in (P/N 155-2424), 12.5 in
(P/N 300-5333) (P/N 155-2610-01)
• Remote control plug and wire harness; • Energy command auto generator start EC-30
10 ft (P/N 338-3489-01), 30 ft (P/N 338-3489-02) (P/N 018-02030)
• Battery, 12 V, 360 cold cranking amps at 0° F (-18° C) • Energy command remote start/stop with diagnostics
• LPG vapor fuel conversion kit (P/N 148-1161) EC-20 (P/N 018-02020)
• Under floor mounting kit (P/N 405-6699) • Energy command wireless start/stop EC-15W
• Installation template (P/N 539-2057) (P/N 018-02015)

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Testing for RV application After sale support
- Tested at extremes of temperature -20° F (-29° C) to Complete line of parts and accessories
120° F (49° C) for starting and operation
- Tested with RV loads, air conditioners, microwaves, Cummins Inc offers replacement and tune-up parts,
converter, TVs, VCRs accessories, oil and maintenance chemicals - all specially
- Tested installed. Cummins-owned RVs used for designed to help keep your Cummins Onan generator set
product development testing running at peak performance. Cummins Inc. also provides
- Tested in high humidity conditions genuine Onan Green Label
- Tested in salt spray conditions Parts™ that exactly match
- Tested in heavy airborne dust conditions generator set specifications
- Field test program and will help maximize
- 60 Hz (120 V only) models listed by SGS United States power output and extend
Testing Company, Inc. per ANSI/RVIA EGS-1 and the life of your generator
CSA-certified per Electrical Bulletin 946 set.
- This generator set was designed and manufactured in Largest
facilities certified to ISO 9001
- 60 Hz models meet applicable U.S. EPA and California distributor/dealer support network
emissions standards Cummins Onan generator sets are supported by the
largest and best trained worldwide certified
distributor/dealer network in the industry. This network of
knowledgeable Cummins Onan distributor/dealers will
Warranty policy help you select and install the right generator set and
accessories to meet the requirements of your specific
This limited warranty covers virtually everything except
application. This same network offers a complete selection
routine maintenance for the first two years you own your
of commonly used generator set maintenance parts,
RV generator set, and covers parts and labor on major
accessories and products plus manuals and specification
power train and generator set parts during the third year.
sheets. Plus, they can answer your questions regarding
In addition, it also includes a free 90-day adjustment
proper operation, maintenance schedules and more.
policy, which provides that Cummins Inc will make minor
adjustments during the first three months you own it - Manuals: Operation and installation manuals ship with
free of charge! Please note: This 3-year limited warranty the generator set. To obtain additional copies or other
applies to RV generator sets used in RV applications manuals for this model, see your Cummins Onan
only, and does not apply to RV generator sets used in distributor/dealer and request the following manual
commercial mobile applications. numbers: Operation (983-0101B), Installation (983-
0600B), Parts (983-0201D), Service (983-0501D).
The warranty period for the drive train belt and pulleys on
the HGJ series generator sets used in recreational To easily locate the nearest Cummins Onan
vehicles shall be the life of the generator set. For the distributor/dealer in your area, or for more information,
original owner, this drive train warranty shall include parts contact us at 1-800-888-6626 (or 763-574-5000), or visit
and labor. For succeeding owners, this power train www.cumminsonan.com.
warranty shall cover belt and pulley parts only.

! WARNING: ! WARNING:
Do not use this generator set on a boat.
Back feed to a utility system can cause
Such use may violate U.S. Coast Guard
electrocution and/or property damage. Do
regulations, and can result in severe
not connect to any building electrical
personal injury or death from fire,
except through an approved device or
explosion, electrocution, or carbon
after building main breaker is open.
monoxide poisoning.

Contact your distributor/dealer for more information

Cummins Power Generation

1400 73rd Ave. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55432 USA
Phone 1 763 574 5000
Toll-free 1 800 888 6626
Fax 1 763 574 5298
Email www.cumminsonan.com/contact
www.cumminsonan.com

Cummins®, Onan®, the “C” logo, Performance you rely on.TM and Quiet Gasoline™ are servicemarks and/or registered trademarks of Cummins Inc. Specifications are subject to change without
notice. ©2011 Cummins Power Generation. All Rights Reserved.
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