RV Generator Not Getting Fuel

by Ben
(Rio Rancho, NM)

I am having issues with my Onan 7000 generator on my 99 Coachman Catalina. I am getting no fuel to the Generator. I can force fuel in and it will start. Can anyone please help or give me some suggestions. Thanks.

ANSWER: Greetings Ben thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page.

Based on your description and age of your RV the most likely cause is that there is a problem with the fuel line leading from the generator to the fuel source. The first thing I would check for is a clogged fuel filter.

If the fuel filter/s is not clogged then you need to check the fuel line for any loose connections between the generator and the fuel source. You also need to carefully inspect the fuel line itself for any cracks, kinks or other damage that will not allow the fuel pump on your generator to draw the fuel through the fuel line.

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If all of the above is OK then the problem could be with the fuel pump on the Generator itself not functioning properly, if that is the case your best bet is to take your RV in and have a Certified RV Technician take care of the problem.

I hope this helps.

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