Multiquip MQP20P maintenance, General Inspection, Air FILTER, Air Filter Dust Indicator, 10 Hrs

maintenance

	Table 11. Inspection/Maintenance		10 Hrs	250 Hrs	500 Hrs	1000
			DAILY			Hrs
	Check Engine Fluid Levels		X
	Check Air Cleaner		X
	Check Battery Acid Level		X
	Check Fan Belt Condition		X
	Check for Leaks		X
	Check for Loose Parts		X
	Replace Engine Oil and Filter *1			X
Engine	Clean Air Filter			X
	Check Fuel Filter/Water Separator Bowl		X
	Clean Unit, Inside and Outside			X
	Change Fuel Filter				X
	Clean Radiator and Check Coolant Level*2				X
	Replace Air Filter Element *3				X
	Check all Hoses and Clamps *4					X
	Clean Inside of Fuel Tank					X
Generator	Measure Insulation Resistance Over 3M ohms			X
	Check Rotor Rear Support Bearing				X
	*1	Replace engine oil and filter at 100 hours, first time only.
	*2	Add “Supplemental Coolant Additives (SCA’s)” to recharge the engine coolant.
	*3	Replace primary air filter element when restriction indicator shows a vacuum of 625 mm (25 in. H20).
	*4	If blowby hose needs to be replaced, ensure that the slope of the blowby hose is at least a 1/2 inch per
		foot, with no sags or dips that could collect moisture and/or oil.

General Inspection

Prior to each use, the generator should be cleaned and inspected for deficiencies. Check for loose, missing or damaged nuts, bolts, and other fasteners. Also check for fuel, oil, and coolant leaks. Use Table 11 as a general maintenance guideline. For engine maintenance, refer to the engine instruction manual.

Air FILTER

Every 250 hours: Remove air filter element (Figure 23) and clean the filter element with low pressure compressed air. Air pressure must not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). The filter can be cleaned and reused for up to six times if properly cleaned. Replace air filter if rips or tears are detected while cleaning.

Air Filter Dust Indicator

The air filter indicator (Figure 23) is attached to the air filter.

When the air filter element is clogged, air intake restriction becomes greater and the air filter indicator signal shows RED. When indicator is red, replace filter immediately. After changing the air filter, press the air filter indicator button to reset.

Air Filter

Indicator

Air Filter

Element

Figure 23. Air Filter/Indicator

page 32 —MQP20P STANDBY GENERATOR • operation and parts manual — rev. #1 (11/28/11)