I've had this welder for over 15 years now, and it has not gotten a lot of use since its former life as a rental unit. 1583 hours now show on the meter, and its sat for years, but I have kept it running after sitting with a cover over the top, open underneath to keep moisture accumulation from happening. I've had to evict a few mice from it over the years as well.
The Onan performer 20 seems to run fine, it welds fine and all the outlets show correct voltage.
Aside from maintenance items on the engine, what does one need to do with the brushes on the generator part of it ? I see one has a bright blue arc under one brush when its running, (the black carbon looking thing that rides over the copper ring, there are 3 on this one, but only one is making an arc.)
Anyone want to elaborate on servicing/maintaining the generator part of this ? My concern is a groove from the arc or causing damage to the copper ring and or what should be done if necessary.
The Onan performer 20 seems to run fine, it welds fine and all the outlets show correct voltage.
Aside from maintenance items on the engine, what does one need to do with the brushes on the generator part of it ? I see one has a bright blue arc under one brush when its running, (the black carbon looking thing that rides over the copper ring, there are 3 on this one, but only one is making an arc.)
Anyone want to elaborate on servicing/maintaining the generator part of this ? My concern is a groove from the arc or causing damage to the copper ring and or what should be done if necessary.