Generac Power Systems 005342-6, Owner'S Manual

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SERVICE SCHEDULE
AUTHORIZED OPERATOR MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS
Every Month or 100 Hours
(whichever comes first)
• Test Stationary Emergency Generator system.
• Inspect battery (batteries) and cables.
• Check engine oil level.
• Check gearbox oil level (if so equipped).
• Check engine coolant level.
• Check generator ground connections.
• Test/inspect starting aids.
Every Three Months or Every 120 Hours
(whichever comes first)
• Inspect and test fuel system and connections.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect/test fuel supply system.
AUTHORIZED SERVICE TECHNICIAN MAINTENANCE
FUNCTIONS
After First 30 Hours of Operation
• Inspect wiring.
• Change engine crankcase oil and oil filter.
• Inspect engine fan belts.
• Inspect battery (batteries) and cables.
Every Six Months or Every 200 Hours
(whichever comes first)
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Lubricate engine controls.
• Service engine air cleaner.
• Service engine fuel filter.
• Inspect AC generator.
• Test engine safety controls.
• Inspect fan belts.
• Check engine coolant level.
• Inspect engine cooling system hoses.
• Check optional starting aids.
• Check battery (batteries).
• Check engine compression.
• Check electrical connections.
• Check/test annunciator panel.
• Perform operational test.
Annually or Every 600 Hours
(whichever comes first)
• Check engine valve clearance.
• Test fuel injection nozzles.
• Test injection timing.
• Inspect all wiring.
• Test engine starter operation.
• Drain water from fuel tank.
• Retorque fan bolts.
• Drain and refill gearbox (If so equipped, contact sales for avail-
ability.)
Every Two Years
• Replace all rubber hoses.
• Replace engine fan belts.
• Inspect the Stationary Emergency Generator System.
• Drain, flush, refill cooling system.
Every 1,000 Operating Hours
• Inspect engine DC alternator.
• Inspect engine starter.
• Retorque engine mounting brackets.
• Remove/test fuel injection pump.
• Remove/test cooling system thermostat.
As Required
• Bleed engine fuel system.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
A rigorous program of scheduled periodic maintenance should
be established and maintained. Such a program, if adhered to
diligently, will provide added assurance that the power system
functions properly when it is needed.
Keeping a “Maintenance Log” is highly recommended. Such a
log should be a continuous record of repairs, parts replacements,
gauge and instrument readings during operational tests, etc.
The manufacturer recommends that a “Customer Maintenance
Inspection Agreement” be established between the user of this
equipment and the installing Authorized Service Dealer. Under this
agreement, (Part No. 053263), an Authorized Service Technician
performs prestart and engine running tests and checks at six-
month and one-year intervals. Ask an Authorized Service Dealer
about this agreement.
The tasks listed in the “Service Schedule” cover the minimum
recommended maintenance requirements for this equipment.
Note that many of the tests and checks listed in the schedule are
to be performed only by an Authorized Service Technician. Fluid
capacities and recommendations, as well as other applicable
specifications, are listed in “Specifications”.
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Maintenance