MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED ON THE GENERATOR SET
AFTER THE ENGINE HAS STOPPED AND THE GENERATOR SET HAS COOLED
DOWN. THE BATTERY AND SPARK PLUG SHOULD ALSO BE DISCONNECTED
PRIOR TO PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.
GENERATOR END MAINTENANCE
Generator end maintenance consists of cleaning the generator set, inspecting the wiring and fuel
system, and making any necessary adjustments. Generator end maintenance should be performed on
a monthly basis (or sooner if needed).
CLEANING:
√ Clean the generator set and remove any and all dust, dirt, or other foreign material.
√ Inspect and clean the cooling air intake and exhaust louvers of the generator end. Make
sure they are free of 'caked -on' dirt or any other material that may restrict the cooling air
flow through the generator windings.
√ Clean the generator set and its components with a damp cloth or sponge.
Do not use sprayed water or compressed air to clean the generator set or it's components.
INSPECTING:
√ Inspect the external wires of the generator set for cuts, fraying, or loose connections.
Repair or replace any problems prior to using the unit.
CUT, FRAYED, BROKEN, OR LOOSELY CONNECTED WIRES CAN
CAUSE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH.
√ Inspect and clean the battery posts and the associated battery cable terminals.
√ Inspect and replace any control box components that are broken or not working properly
(receptacles, circuit breakers, switches, etc…).
√ Inspect the fuel system for leaks.
√ Inspect and replace any fuel line that shows signs of deterioration.
√ Make sure all the fuel clamps are tight.
√ Make sure the fuel cap fits snugly on the fuel tank and that the fuel tank contains no leaks.
REPAIR ANY FUEL SYSTEM LEAKS AND CLEAN UP ANY SPILLED
FUEL PRIOR TO RUNNING THE UNIT.
ADJUSTMENTS:
√ The engine should be checked for proper speed setting(s).
√ Prior to adjusting the engine speed, turn the auto idler switch off (if your generator set is so
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