Generator Maintenance

Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean. Operate the unit in an environment where it will not be exposed to excessive dust, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air louvers on the enclosure must not become clogged with snow, leaves, or any other foreign material. To prevent generator damage caused by overheating, keep the enclosure cooling inlets and outlets clean and unobstructed at all times.

Check the cleanliness of the unit frequently and clean when dust, dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign substances are visible on its exterior/interior surface. Inspect the air inlet and outlet openings inside and outside the enclosure to ensure air flow is not blocked.

DO NOT use direct spray from a garden hose to clean generator. Water can enter the engine and generator and cause problems.

Cleaning the Generator

1.Press and hold the control board OFF button.

2.Remove 15 Amp fuse from control board.

3.Clean generator as desired.

•Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

•Use a soft, bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, etc.

•Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.

NOTICE Improper treatment of generator can damage it and

• Use low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) to blow

 

away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and openings on

shorten its life.

 

 

the generator. These openings must be kept clean

•

DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or

 

 

and unobstructed.

 

corrosive vapors.

 

•

DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.

4.

Reinstall 15 Amp fuse in control board.

 

 

5.

Press and hold the control board AUTO button.

Engine Maintenance

The maintenance of an engine and related components are

The owner and/or authorized service technician should

critical to its operating performance and lifespan. Industrial

review the operating conditions of the equipment to

engines operate in an environment that often include hot

determine the inspection and maintenance intervals. Proper

and cold temperatures and extreme dust. The

ecommended

engine cooling and lubrication are very important, so pay

maintenance schedule is listed inNOTthis secti n, however,

particular attention to these matters.

environmental operating conditions and additi

nal installed

 

equipment may require more frequentforinspection and

 

servicing.

REPRODUCTION

 

 

Engine Oil

The engine is shipped from the factory pre-run and filled with non-synthetic oil (API SL 10W-30). This allows for system operation in a wide range of temperature and climate conditions.

Synthetic Oils

Synthetic oils have been available for use in industrial engines for a relatively long period of time and may offer advantages in cold and hot temperatures. However, it is not known if synthetic oils provided operational or economic benefits over conventional petroleum-based oils in industrial engines.

Use of synthetic oils does not permit the extension of oil change intervals.

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