Scheduled Checks:

Cooling system

• Radiator air restriction, hoses, connections, fluid concentration, belts and louver operation

Air intake system

• Check for leaks, holes and loose connections

Fuel system

• Fuel levels and pump

Exhaust system

• Check for leaks, restrictions and flush condensation cap

Electrical system

• Review meters and battery fluid
• Recharge if needed
• Annual, semi-annual and quarterly checks

Annual, semi-annual and quarterly checks

Maintenance (annual)

• Change oil, filters

Engine Not Running Check:

Review and evaluate

• Electrical
• Oil and coolant levels
• Leaks, holes and connections

Battery and charger (semi-annual)

• Load, acid and specific gravity
• Corrosion cleaned
• Charger output (adjust if necessary)

Fuel system

• Leaks, water, sediment checks
• Day tank - float switch pump
• Governor linkage

Coolant system (check only)

• Antifreeze, radiator and cap
• Leaks, hoses, belts and tension

Intake and exhaust (check only)

• Air cleaner, turbocharger, muffler and traps
• Leaks
• Breather, flex pipe, rain cap

Generator

• Diodes, end bearing, brushes and folder
• A.C. wiring, exciter stator, overspeed switch
• Breakers

Controls

• Voltage regulator, wiring relays, monitors and bulbs

Transfer switch

• Time delays, exerciser clocks (adjust or reset as necessary)
• Clean cabinet

Engine running

• Record A.C. output
• Frequency
• Amps under load
• Instruct owner