Onan P216 User Manual

Fuel System
CARBURETOR
(Does not Apply to Spec G and Later)
All carburetors have a fixed main jet. An optional fixed
main jet is available for altitude compensation above
5,000 feet.
The carburetor idle mixture was set for maximum
efficiency at the factory and should normally not be
disturbed.
If adjustments seem necessary, first be sure
the ignition system is working properly and governor
sensitivity is properly adjusted.
The carburetor has a limited adjustment range between
stops of +1/8 turn. The screw should only be adjusted
within these limits; in
to lean the mixture, out to richen.
-1 Ovetfightening the mixfureadjusfment
screw
wi// cause carburetor damage.
Turn mixture adjustment screw
in on/y unfil right
tension can be felt.
If replacing idle mixture screw, turn in until lightly
seated, then turn screw back
out 1-1 /4 turns for the
P216, P218, and P220 carburetors, and 1-1
/2 turns for
the P224 carburetor. Replace limiter cap with the plastic
stop approximately centered.
ADJUSTMENT SCREW
FS-1000
SIDE PULL GOVERNOR ASSEMBLY
Carburetor Speed Settings
(at least 10 minutes).
1. Start the engine and allow it to warm up thoroughly
Some equipment manufacturers may require higher
throttle stop speed and governor
low speed rpm
settings. Refer
to equipment manufacturer’s Oper-
ator’s Manual for the correct rpm settings. When
rpm settings are not specified by the equipment
manufacturer, use the rpm settings listed in Steps
2
and 3.
2. Move the engine speed control to the slow position.
Bend or turn the low speed
stop on the governor so
the throttle stop screw on the carburetor controls
engine speed. Adjust the throttle stop screw for
1000 rpm idle (Figures 1 and 2).
3. Adjust the governor low speed stop for 1100 rpm
idle.
4. Move the engine speed control to the fast position.
Bend the high speed stop
on the governor so the
engine runs at the equipment manufacturer’s
recommended speed.
LOW SPEED
-
\
STOP
M-13964
FRONT PULL GOVERNOR ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 1. GOVERNOR SPEED ADJUSTMENT
7-1

Onan P216 Specifications

General

Cylinders	2
Cooling System	Air-cooled
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Power Output	16 hp
Ignition System	Electronic
Starting System	Electric
Engine Type	4-cycle, air-cooled
Oil Capacity	2 U.S. quarts (1.9 liters)