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4.9

MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE

4.9.1 CLEANING THE GENERATOR

Keep the generator as clean and as dry as possible.
Dirt and moisture that accumulates on internal gen-
erator windings have an adverse effect on insulation
resistance.

Periodically clean generator exterior surfaces. A soft
brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt. Use a
vacuum system or dry, low pressure air to remove
any accumulations of dirt. The generator is housed
inside an all-weather enclosure, clean the enclosure
with a soft, damp cloth or sponge and water.

Once each year have the generator cleaned and
inspected by an Authorized Service Dealer. That deal-
er will use dry, low pressure air to clean internal
windings. Parts inside the control console should be
cleaned and inspected at this time as well.

Finally, have the insulation resistance of stator and
rotor windings checked. If insulation resistances are
excessively low, the generator may require drying.

4.9.2 BATTERY

All lead-acid storage batteries discharge when not in
use. Refer to specific instructions and warnings that
accompany the battery. If such information is not
available, observe the following precautions when
handling a battery:

• DO NOT use jumper cables and a booster battery

to crank or start the generator engine.

• DO NOT recharge a weak battery while it is

installed in the generator. Remove battery from
generator and recharge in a well-ventilated area,
away from fuel vapors, sparks, heat or flames.

• Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely caustic

sulfuric solution that can cause severe burns. DO
NOT permit fluid to contact eyes, skin, clothing,
painted surfaces, wiring insulation, etc. If any bat-
tery fluid is spilled, flush the affected area with
clear water immediately.

• Always wear safety glasses, rubber apron and

gloves when handling a battery.

• Batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while

charging. The gas can form an explosive mixture
around the battery for several hours after charging.
Any spark, heat or flames can ignite the gas and
cause an explosion which can shatter the battery,
causing blindness or other serious injury.

4.9.3 BATTERY MAINTENANCE

The battery should be inspected per Section 4.7,
Scheduled Maintenance. The following procedure
should be followed for inspection:

1. Inspect the battery posts and cables for tightness

and corrosion. Tighten and clean as necessary.

2. Check the battery fluid level of unsealed batteries

and, if necessary, fill with DISTILLED WATER
ONLY. DO NOT USE TAP WATER IN BATTERIES.

3. Have the state of charge and condition checked.

This should be done with an automotive-type bat-
tery hydrometer.

Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen
gas. This gas can form an explosive mixture
around the battery for several hours after
charging. The slightest spark can ignite the gas
and cause an explosion. Such an explosion can
shatter the battery and cause blindness or
other injury. Any area that houses a storage
battery must be properly ventilated. Do not
allow smoking, open flame, sparks or any spark
producing tools or equipment near the battery.

Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely corro-
sive sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe
burns. Do not permit fluid to contact eyes, skin,
clothing, painted surfaces, etc. Wear protective
goggles, protective clothing and gloves when
handling a battery. If fluid is spilled, flush the
affected area immediately with clear water.

Do not use any jumper cables or booster bat-
tery to crank and start the generator engine. If
the battery has completely discharged, remove
it from the generator for recharging.

Be sure the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is set to
the OFF position, before connecting the battery
cables. If the switch is set to AUTO or MANUAL,
the generator can crank and start as soon as
the battery cables are connected.

Be sure the utility power supply is turned off,
or sparking may occur at the battery posts as
the cables are attached and cause an explosion.

4.9.4 BATTERY REPLACEMENT

When replacing batteries, use the same number and
the type of battery that follows:

NOTE:

The BCI number should be located directly
on the battery.

DANGER

Section 4 — Maintenance

Guardian Liquid-cooled 25 kW Generator

BCI Group No.

CCA

525 @ 0 deg. F

PERIODIC REPLACEMENT PARTS