Onan CCKB User Manual

DESCRIPTION
GENERAL
An Onan CCKB Series electric generating set con¬
sists of a two-cylinder gasoline engine and an alter¬
nating current generator with standard or optional
equipment as ordered.
ENGINE
The CCKB engine has 49.8 cubic inch (816 cm^)
piston displacement, 7.0 to 1 compression ratio, and
is air-cooled. Basic measurements and other details
are listed under SPECIFICATIONS.
GENERATOR
The generator is a revolving armature, 2-pole, single
phase, self-excited model of drip-proof construction.
PORTABLE
The generator aligns to the engine through a rigid
coupling. A commutator, collector rings and
associated brushes provide the electrical connec¬
tions.
CONTROLS
The control box has a START-STOP switch. The
portable model has a six receptacle outlet box with a
pilot light. The following is a brief description of
typical controls.
Start-Stop Switch: Starts and stops the unit locally.
Oil Pressure Gauge: Indicates pressure of lubricating
oil in engine (located on the engine).
GAUGE
REMOTE START
TYPICAL CCKB MODELS
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Onan CCKB Specifications

General

Engine Model	CCKB
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Cooling System	Air-cooled
Phase	Single-phase
Governor Type	Mechanical
Rated RPM	1800 RPM
Frequency	60 Hz
Ignition System	Battery Ignition
Starting System	Electric
Voltage	120/240 V
Rated Output	4.0 kW (5.0 kVA)
Maximum Output	5.5 kW
Oil Capacity	2 quarts
Generator Type	Revolving field
Fuel Consumption at Full Load	0.75 GPH
Fuel Consumption at Half Load	0.4 GPH