MAINTENANCE

To ensure reliable generator operation, it is critical to periodically inspect all components. The following chart is provided as a guide for service check intervals. When the generator is operated under excessively hot, or dusty conditions, shorten service intervals according to the severity of the conditions encountered. To perform periodic inspections or maintenance, refer to the

procedures listed in the following sections. A qualified generator service technician should perform inspections or adjustments requiring specialized tools or training. Users unfamiliar with any of the listed procedures should contact an authorized dealer for servicing assistance.

Maintenance Item

Every month

Every 6 months

Every year or

Every 2 years

or 8 hours

or 100 hours

300 hours

or 500 hours

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Oil

Check

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change

 

X1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Oil Filter

Change

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil Cooler

Check and clean

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Air Filter

Check

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery

Check and clean

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery Charger

Check

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spark Plugs

Check

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valve Clearance

Check and Adjust

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Generator Output

Check and Adjust

 

 

X

 

Frequency

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuel System

Check

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cooling Air Openings

Check

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Coolant

Check and Add if

X

 

 

 

necessary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Perform first change at

25 hours.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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