
Technical FAQ's
Diesel Generators
What are the best methods for maintaining a diesel generator?
- Regular service checks
- Regular oil changes
- Regular filter changes
- Use quality diesel fuel
- Regular testing
What oversights do people frequently make when maintaining their diesel generator?
- Don’t use diesel fuel that has been stored for more than one year
- Keep the generator in a well-ventilated area
- Never run your diesel generator without proper cooling or ventilation
- Always have someone nearby to help with refueling if you are not able to do it yourself
- Make sure the machine is off before you start refueling
- Diesel generators are not designed to be stored outside
- It is essential to keep the fuel tank at least half full, but no more than 2/3 full
- If you have a generator that has an automatic shutdown feature, make sure it is turned on
- Keep your generator away from water and moisture – this includes rainwater
- Be careful when refueling your generator – don’t spill any fuel or oil on the ground
- Always wear gloves when working with diesel fuel or oil, even if you’re just changing the filter, topping off gas tanks, etc.; they will protect against burns and cuts as well as contamination of skin and clothing
Which practice ensures proper functionality of diesel generator?
In addition to conducting a visual inspection, experienced technicians always ensure to have a generator maintenance checklist which ensures that they have a look at some of the most important aspects, including but not limited to –
- The engine speeds
- The fluid and oil levels
- Oil filter and air filters
- The belts, hoses, lines, connectors, and any other accessories
- The control panel as well as the engine
- The cooling system
- Generator supply connections
- Battery cables and battery terminals
- The exhaust system, and so on
Regularly checking all these aspects ensures that your generator performs optimally at all time
What are the most key aspects to consider when choosing a diesel generator?
It is so critical to the 24×7 operations of some applications like banks, agriculture, and healthcare facilities to have backup power supplies.
- Power Rating (kVA)
- Compliance
- Quality and Durability
- Prime/Standby Applications
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