Generator Maintenance
Our manufacturer-required generator annual maintenance and tune-up that is required to uphold your manufacturer warranty is as follows and includes a thorough 21 point service and inspection:
- Check oil and change as needed.
- Check oil filter and change as needed.
- Check/adjust valve lash clearance .002–.004 in.
- Inspect enclosure louvers for debris that could cause part failures.
- Make sure 3 ft clearance to 2 sides and front are maintained.
- Make sure sources of water intrusion (gutters, etc.) are abated.
- Inspect lines and connections for signs of fuel or oil leaks.
- Soap bubble and leak test all LP and natural gas connections.
- Check battery condition, electrolyte (if required) and charge level.
- If 200 hours of use since last oil and filter change regardless.
- If 400 hours of use replace air filter or sooner if needed.
- If 400 hours of use replace spark plugs or sooner if needed.
- If 400 hours of use clean sediment trap or sooner if needed.
- Test all additional components or added options.
- Lubricate components as needed.
- Upgrade software.
- Uphold warranty status and filing for issues pre-emptively.
- Full load test with power outage simulation to ensure proper operation with customer permission — this is optional.
- Ensure all connections are tight and correct.
- Clean the inside and outside of unit.
- Make professional recommendations as technician sees fit and answer any questions the customer has or refer them to the proper personnel to answer them.
