6.4 DIESEL GENERATOR MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
The engine oil level should be checked daily. The level must be between the marks
‘Min’ and ‘Max’ marked on the dipstick. Refill if necessary without exceeding the
‘Max’ position.
The oil must be replaced in accordance with the engine manufacturers
recommendation. Drain the oil by opening the drain valve on the engine sump.
The fuel filter must be replaced every 500 hours. When replacing the fuel filter, fill the
new filter with diesel fuel before installation to help extract air from the fuel system.
The oil filter must be replaced every 500 hours.
The air filter should be cleaned daily and replaced every 500 hours. This should be
reduced if the engine works in a dusty environment or in conditions of high humidity.
The engine fan belt must be checked every 500 hours and replaced every 1000
hours.
The anti-vibration mounts must be replaced after 2000 hours. Replace all units
together as a complete set.
Fuel pipes and other rubber parts should be checked every 500 hours. Fuel pipes
should be replaced after 1000 hours.
The fuel pump, injector nozzles and valve clearance should be checked every 2000
hours. Trained personnel must perform this operation.
The battery and connectors must be checked every 125 hours.
The fuel tank must be cleaned every 1000 hours. It is important to drain water and
sediments from the tank. Use the tank drain valve for this purpose.
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