Onan 38 fault code — Generator
Applies to: QG 4000/3600 LP KYD Spec A-C
What 38 means
The Cummins Onan QG 4000/3600 LP KYD operator manual lists Code 38 as Overcurrent.
Owner-safe checks
- Reduce the number of appliances running at the same time.
- Pay special attention to air conditioners and battery chargers that were running when the generator stopped.
Service-only work
- Internal generator electrical, fuel, engine, sensor, controller, and output-voltage diagnosis belongs to Cummins service or a qualified generator technician.
Safety boundary
Generators can produce carbon monoxide, moving-part hazards, fuel hazards, and lethal voltage. Shut the generator down and do not open energized compartments unless qualified.