6 Scheduled Maintenance TP-5977 7/98
3.1 Service Schedule
Perform the items listed in the service schedule at the
designated intervals for the life of the generator set.
Service items at every multiple of the service interval.
Forexample,serviceitemswithserviceintervalofevery
100 hrs or 3 months again at 200 hrs or 6 months,
300 hrs or 9 months, etc.
The generator set eventually accumulates enough
hours to warrant a complete overhaul. Rough
operation, lack of power, andexcessive oil use indicate
serious generator set problems and need for overhaul.
As part of a preventive maintenance program, service
theengine(cleancylinder heads, inspect valves, check
compression, etc.) and generator (replace bearing,
inspect wiring remove debris, etc.) as soon as
symptoms arise.
Perform Service at Intervals Indicated (X)
Before Each
Start-up
Every 100
Hours or
3 Months
Every 400
Hours or
6 Months
Every 800
Hours or
Yearly
Check engine oil level X
Check coolant level X
Check fuel supply X
Verify correct operation of gauges, if equipped X
Clean air intake screen, if equipped X
Check electrolyte level in battery X
Change engine oil and filter* X
Inspect air cleaner element X
Clean crankcase vent system breather cap X
Inspect/adjust engine belts X
Lubricate throttle, governor, and choke linkage X
Replace gasoline fuel filter X
Change air cleaner element* X
Inspect cooling system (inspect hoses, clean
radiator exterior)
X
Inspect/replace spark plugs* X
Retighten electrical connections X
Clean slip rings and inspect brushes
(1-phase/CC models only)**
X
Blow dust out of generator X
Check and adjust engine valve clearance** X
Replace crankcase vent system breather cap** X
Torque intake manifold bolts** X
Check throttle and governor operation and
adjust as necessary**
X
Check nuts and bolts for tightness X
* Service more frequently if operated in dusty areas.
** Have an authorized Kohler Service Distributor/Dealer perform.
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