TP-6376 3/08 45Section 5 General Maintenance
Service Schedule, continued
Action
System—Component Visually Inspect Check Change Clean Test Interval
AC Electrical System, continued
Safety and alarm operation X X Six Months
Tighten control and power wiring connections X Yearly
Transfer switch main contacts[
X X
Voltage-sensing device/relay adjustment[ D D
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Wire-cable insulation breakdown X X
3 Years or
500 Hours
Engine and Mounting
General inspection
D
Weekly
Governor operation, lubricate moving parts
D D
Monthly
Air cleaner service
D D
Six Months
Injector pump and injector flow rate, pressure, spray pattern
D D
Yearly
Valve clearance
D
3
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Bolt torque
D D
500 Hours
Remote Control System, etc.
Compartment condition X X Weekly
Remote control X
Run generator set X
Monthly
Alternator
General inspection X Weekly
Rotor and stator X X
Bearing condition X X R
Exciter X X X
Voltage regulator X X X
Yearly
Measure and record resistance readings of windings with
insulation tester (Meggerr, with SCR assembly or rectifier
disconnected)
X
Blow dust out of alternator* X
D
2 Years or
300 Hours
General Condition of Equipment
Any condition of vibration, leakage, excessive noise,
extreme temperature, or deterioration
X X X
Ensure that system is set for automatic operation X
Weekly
Interior of equipment room or outdoor weather housing X X
Trailer
Brakes functionality X Each Use
Tire inflation pressure X X Weekly
Wheel lug nut torque X
Wheel condition—cracks, dents, or distortion X X R
Quarterly or
Tire condition—cuts, wear, bulging, etc. X X R
es
Wheel bearings and cups—inspect for corrosion
or wear (repack)
X X R X
Seals—inspect for leakage. X X R
Springs—inspect for breakage, wear, loss of arch X X R
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Miles
Suspension parts—inspect for bending, loose fasteners, wear X X R
Hangers—inspect welds X X
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.
X Action.
* Service more frequently if operated in dusty areas.
[ Do not break manufacturer’s seals or internally inspect these devices.
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