Diesel generator guides
Plain answers to common questions about servicing, checks and maintenance contracts for diesel generators.
What does diesel generator preventive maintenance include?
Preventive maintenance is planned servicing of a diesel generator on a calendar or by running hours, so faults are found on a scheduled visit and not during a power cut. A typical visit covers oil and filters, the cooling system, batteries and the control panel, and ends with a written service report.
What are A, B, C and D checks on a diesel generator?
A, B, C and D checks are graded inspections, from a routine A-check to a major D-check that may involve dismantling the engine. Which check your generator needs, and what it includes, depends on the engine model and the maintenance schedule in the maker’s manual.
Diesel generator not starting: what to check first
When a diesel generator will not start, the most common starting points are the battery and its connections, the fuel supply, and any shutdown alarm on the control panel. If a quick safe check does not solve it, stop and call a technician rather than cranking the engine repeatedly.
What does a diesel generator AMC cover?
A diesel generator annual maintenance contract (AMC) is a yearly agreement for scheduled servicing of your set, usually with breakdown support. What it covers depends on the type of contract, and the exact inclusions are agreed in writing after a site assessment.
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