POWER UP PROGRAM: Complete Generator Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance Request Form
Minimize unexpected failures and extend the life of your generator with a Preventative Maintenance (PM) plan for your generator. ESSE offers service for industrial generators of all makes and models. Our team will help create a customized PM program for your backup power system to ensure that your system is always in top operating condition.
Our certified technicians will inspect your generator and change the oil, coolant, belts, and filters on a set schedule. They’ll make sure the battery, hoses and belts are in good shape and carefully inspect wear points in order to prevent problems before they occur. Additional extensive maintenance such as fuel polishing and load bank testing is also available.
Power Up Packages – Comprehensive Extended Warranties for 5, 7, & 10 Year Coverage
We recommend having your generator serviced a minimum of twice per year at six month intervals. These services include an Operational (Minor) and a Comprehensive (Major) service and inspection.
Minor maintenance visits include a complete inspection of the generator and transfer switch. Inspection of the coolant system, fuel system, air induction and exhaust system, lube oil system, starting system, engine monitors and safety controls will also be conducted.
Major maintenance visits include all of the minor inspections, plus changing of the oil and filters.
ESSE offers a full-line of power generation components and 24-hour service dispatch hotline, with truck based technicians never far away throughout our service area spanning 14 states from Texas to the Atlantic Coast.
More Details on Our Preventative Maintenance Options and Services:
| Annual | ||
| Semi-Annual | ||
| Quarterly | ||
| Monthly | ||
| Lubrication | ||
| Check engine crankcase oil level. | ||
| Visually check for coolant contamination. | ||
| Clean crankcase breather. | ||
| Lubricate generator bearing. | ||
| Change engine oil and filters using multi-viscosity oil. | ||
| Cooling System | ||
| Check engine coolant level. Add coolant as needed. | ||
| Inspect unit for a low coolant sensor. If unit is not equipped, note in recommendations. | ||
| Check Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA). | ||
| Inspect coolant line connections and hoses. | ||
| Check fan/alternator belt tension and wear. | ||
| Inspect the fan idler pivot and grease. | ||
| Inspect the cooling fan and grease the drive bearing, and inspect the fan hub for proper clearance. | ||
| Inspect the fan idler pulley assembly. | ||
| Inspect coolant block heater operation and record temperatures. | ||
| Inspect coolant pump. | ||
| Change coolant filter (if applicable). | ||
| Diesel Fuel System | ||
| Inspect main tank and day tank (if applicable). | ||
| Check piping and correct minor leaks. | ||
| Check motor and wiring for overheat. | ||
| Check pump and float switch for continuity. | ||
| Check level indicator (gauge) and indicate level in site glass. | ||
| Replace fuel filters. | ||
| Gaseous Fuel System | ||
| Inspect main tank (LP only). | ||
| Check piping, valves, & fittings. | ||
| Correct minor leaks. | ||
| Air Intake & Exhaust | ||
| Check air cleaner and service indicator. | ||
| Check/Clean dust collector cap. | ||
| Inspect manifold and air piping. | ||
| Inspect intake hoses and clamps. | ||
| Inspect intake and exhaust openings. | ||
| Verify automatic louver system operation. Ensure louvers are wired to generator. (If equipped) | ||
| Electrical System | ||
| Check battery electrolyte. | ||
| Load test batteries and record findings. | ||
| Clean and inspect battery cables and electrical connections. | ||
| Inspect alternator drive belt(s). | ||
| Check shutoff controls. | ||
| Inspect starter. | ||
| Check cold weather starting aids. | ||
| Check battery charger operation. Make sure light indicator is correct and “green” is on. | ||
| Record high and low rate in volts. Voltage tests are to be taken for battery charger (low) in OFF mode and for alternator charging (high) while the generator is running. | ||
| Clean voltage regulator (if needed). | ||
| Record battery date and date of battery replacement. | ||
| Engine & Alarm Verification | ||
| Record engine crank time. | ||
| Record engine RPM voltage and adjust if necessary. | ||
| Record no load frequency and adjust if necessary. | ||
| Check and record engine oil pressure. | ||
| Check and record engine operating temperature. | ||
| Check and record engine charging system. | ||
| Check and record: Generator Instruments. | ||
| General Conditions | ||
| Inspect all belts and ensure proper adjustment. | ||
| Inspect control panel for frayed or damaged wires. | ||
| Visually inspect the vibration damper for rips, tears, broken springs or leaks in liquid isolators. | ||
| Inspect the generator and engine hold down bolts. | ||
| Inspect the engine for oil and coolant leaks. | ||
| Record run hours. | ||
| Report condition of generator enclosure and exhaust system including leaks, holes, rust, etc. | ||
| Report overall condition of the area surrounding the generator. | ||
| Record whether ethylene or propylene glycol and the ratio. | ||
