TP-6161 1/1222 Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance
3.3 Service Schedule
Action
System—Component Visually Inspect Check Change Clean Test Interval
Fuel
Day tank level X X Weekly
Flexible lines and connections X R Weekly
Fuel level switch X X Weekly
Main tank supply level X Weekly
Solenoid valve operation X X Weekly
Transfer pump operation X X Weekly
Water in system, remove
D D
Weekly
Filter(s)
D
Quarterly
Gasoline supply R Six Months
Fuel piping X Yearly
Tank vents and return lines for obstructions X Yearly
Lubrication
Oil level
D D
Weekly
Crankcase breather
D D
Quarterly
Change oil
D
First 50 Hours, Then
Every 250 Hours
Replace filter(s)*
D
Cooling
Radiator fan bolt torque
(1500--2800REOZDC with unit-mounted radiator)
X
Initially 8 Hours, Then
Every 100 Hours
Air cleaner to room/enclosure X Weekly
Block heater operation X Weekly
Coolant level
D D
Weekly
Flexible hoses and connectors X X Weekly
Water pump(s)
D
Weekly
Fan and alternator belts
D D
R Monthly
Coolant temperature protection level
D
Six Months
Lubricate fan bearings (1200--2000 kW) X X
200 Hours or
Six Months
Air ducts, louvers X X Yearly
Coolant
D
Yearly
Heat exchanger X Yearly
Louver motors and controls X X X Yearly
Radiator exterior X Yearly
Water supply to heat exchanger X Yearly
Exhaust Line
Drain condensate trap X Weekly
Leakage X X Weekly
Insulation, fire hazards X Quarterly
Flexible connector(s) X Six Months
Excessive back pressure X Yearly
Hangers and supports X Yearly
DC Electrical System
Battery charger operation, charge rate X Monthly
Battery electrolyte level X Monthly
Battery specific gravity, charge state X Monthly
Recharge after engine start X Monthly
Remove corrosion, clean and dry battery and rack X X Monthly
Clean and tighten battery terminals X X Quarterly
Tighten DC electrical connections X Six Months
D Follow procedures and frequencies indicated in the engine manufacturer’s maintenance manual.
If not indicated, follow this service schedule. Some items may not apply to all generator sets.
R Replace as necessary.
XAction
* Service more frequently if operated in dusty areas.