Minor Generator Service Visit

Every generator maintenance contract comes with 4 hour response as standard as well as a Major and Minor annual service visit. The following procedures and checklists to be carried out during a minor service include:

Lubricating System

• Take oil sample and report findings (optional).
• Check engine oil for leaks.
• Check hydraulic governor oil level (if fitted).
• Check operation of lubricating oil heater (if fitted).
• Record oil pressure – P.S.I  R.P.M.

Fuel System

• Drain sediment from fuel tank.
• Check fuel tank breather.
• Check fuel system and unions for leaks.
• Check operation of engine governor and stop controls.
• Check fuel level, inform Owner/Manager if low.

Cooling System

• Check coolant level and antifreeze content and top up if necessary.
• Check for coolant leaks.
• Check condition of hoses and clips.
• Check condition of fan belts and adjust or renew, if required.
• Check and lubricate fan hubs and idlers.
• Check condition of radiator.
• Check operation of block and radiator heaters.
• Check operation of ventilation automatic louvers, if fitted.
• Record engine cooling system temperatures.

Air Intake System

• Change air filter element, if necessary (chargeable).
• Clean and check air cleaner and piping for damage.
• Check turbocharger operation and condition.
• Check inlet manifold and gaskets.
• Check and tighten turbocharger outlet hose clips.

Exhaust System

• Tighten Manifold nuts and cap screws.
• Tighten turbocharger mounting nuts.
• Check for leaks and signs of blowing.
• Check condition of silencer and piping.
• Drain moisture trap in exhaust pipe.

Engine Electrical System

• Check battery electrolyte level and specific gravity, top up if necessary.
• Check condition of charging system.
• Record charging rate – amps.
• Check operation of charging system.

Control Panel and Instruments 

• Check warning lights for operations, replace if necessary.
• Check operation of gauges and instruments.
• Check operation of switches.

General Generator Maintenance 

• Check engine mounting bolts.
• Check engine anti-vibration mountings.
• Check operation of engine governor.
• Check engine vibration dampers.
• Lubricate all engine linkages.
• Keep generator plant room in a clean and tidy condition.