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Cummins/Onan QST30 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan QST30 is a 895 kW (1200 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QST30-G1 engine. It is available at 220 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 154 L (40.7 gal) of oil and 168 L (44.4 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 52 °C. The set measures 2621×1448×2021 mm (103.2×57.0×79.6 in), weighs about 4297 kg (9473 lb) and produces 0 dBA. An integrated tank holds 1700 L (449.1 gal). The same QST30-G1 engine also powers generator sets from MQ Power.

895 kW
Standby
30.5 L
Displacement
154.0 L
Oil capacity
5
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power895 kW
Standby kVA1200
Prime power718 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerPCL - Power
Oil capacity154.0 L
Voltage options220 V, 480 V
Phase3-phase
Coolant capacity168 L
Max ambient52 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2621×1448×2021 mm
Dry weight4297 kg
Sound level0.0 dBA
Fuel tank1700.0 L

Engine

Cummins/Onan QST30-G1
Oil capacity140.0 L
Coolant capacity201.0 L
Displacement30.5 L
Aspirationturbocharged, aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan QST30-G1
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaner: Maximum Air Cleaner Restriction, 25.0 in. H2O (6.2 kPa) find
Fuel filter find
Oil filter find
Belt find
Coolant
OilLube Oil Filter Types: Four spin-on, full flow; two bypass oil filters

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan QST30?

The Cummins/Onan QST30 is rated 895 kW standby (1200.0 kVA).

What engine does the Cummins/Onan QST30 use?

The Cummins/Onan QST30 is powered by the Cummins/Onan QST30-G1 engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan QST30 use?

The Cummins/Onan QST30 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan QST30?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G1 engine in the Cummins/Onan QST30 has an oil capacity of 140.0 liters.

Troubleshooting

3

Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
RAINRainRepair as soon as convenient
SOESystem Over-ride Event
0Check electronic engine controls (fault code lamp)

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
149-2713-02Bracket, Fuel Filter1Fuel filter buy
149-2714Filter, Fuel - Assembly1Fuel filter buy
19200074Engine Harness Adaptor CableEngine harness adaptor cable buy
19a00292Engine Speed SensorEngine speed sensor buy
19a00295Fuel Shut-Off ValveFuel shut off valve buy
19a00296Rack Position Actuator (integral to the RP39 fuel pump)Rack position actuator buy
19a00297Meter DriversMeter drivers buy
19a00Z25Fuel Pump Rack Actuator ValveFuel pump rack actuator valve buy
3375049Oil filter wrench1Oil filter buy
3377193Battery tester1Battery tester buy
4-25OIL PRES SENDERThermostat industrialinjection $525.00
4-26HIGH COOLANT TEMP ShutdownThermostat buy
4-27LOW COOLANT LVL ShutdownThermostat buy
4-28MAG PICKUP ShutdownSensor woodline $1.58
4-31HIGH DC VOLTAGEHose buy
4-33EEPROM ERROR Warning/ShutdownSensor buy
4900294Oil Pressure SensorOil pressure sensor buy
49400355Common Warning CircuitCommon warning circuit buy
49400356Sleeve Position Activator (integral to the RP39 fuel pump)Sleeve position activator buy
49400361Common Alarm CircuitCommon alarm circuit buy
501-0839Line, Fuel - Flexible1Hose buy
518-0601Sealant, Thread (6 ml. Tube)1Fluid buy
525-0304Paint, Onan Green Enamel (Gallon Can)1Fluid buy
525-0305Paint, Onan Green Enamel (12 oz. Pressurized Spray Can)12Fluid buy
525-0306Paint, Onan Green Enamel (Quart Can)1Fluid buy
5572670Thermostat Seal Installation ToolThermostat buy
78000067Coolant Temperature SensorCoolant temperature sensor buy
960-0504PCC Control Service Manual*Service manual buy
960-0507Detector Control Service Manual**Service manual buy
CC-2800Fleetguard® refractometer1Refractometer buy
FF0220300Filter, Fuel - Replacement - Fleetguard Part NumberFuel filter buy
ST1225Thermostat Seal Driver1Thermostat buy
ST669water pump type grease listed below, or its equivalent1Belt buy
17800008Component weighs 23 kg [50 lb] or more. To avoid personal injury, use a hoist or get assistance to lift the component.Service part / kit buy
3375432Crack Detection Kit1Service part / kit buy
3375434Crack Detection Developer1Service part / kit buy
4-20OVERCRANK ShutdownService part / kit ironwing $0.50
4-29OVERSPEED ShutdownService part / kit buy
4-30OVERSPEEDService part / kit buy
4-35WEAK BATTERYService part / kit buy
4-36HIGH AC VOLTAGE ShutdownService part / kit buy
4-39LOW AC VOLTAGE ShutdownService part / kit buy
960-0241Service part / kit buy
960-0606Service part / kit buy
960-0617Service part / kit buy
C2800Fleetguard® refractometer1Service part / kit buy

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Base100%246.064.9
Prime25%69.018.2
Prime50%126.033.1
Prime75%185.048.8
Prime100%207.0
Standby100%204.053.9

Available documents

Engine specSpec sheetReferenceParts manualService manual

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