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Generator Checklist

This document is a preventative maintenance checklist for emergency standby generators, switches, and controls. It contains sections to check the cooling system, DC and AC electrical systems, air induction and exhaust systems, power unit, lubrication system, and fuel system. Each section lists specific components to inspect and rate as satisfactory or unsatisfactory. Notes clarify that the contractor is responsible for replenishing necessary fluids and replacing items like filters, batteries, belts, and hoses.

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Generator Checklist

This document is a preventative maintenance checklist for emergency standby generators, switches, and controls. It contains sections to check the cooling system, DC and AC electrical systems, air induction and exhaust systems, power unit, lubrication system, and fuel system. Each section lists specific components to inspect and rate as satisfactory or unsatisfactory. Notes clarify that the contractor is responsible for replenishing necessary fluids and replacing items like filters, batteries, belts, and hoses.

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APPENDIX 1

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST


EMERGENCY STANDBY GENERATORS/SWITCHES/CONTROLS

Agency Representative: ________________________ _________________________________


(Print Name) (Signature)

Location: ___________________________ Time: _____________ Date: _____________________

Hour Meter: _________________________

Unit Mfg. ______________________ Model: ______________ S/N:______________________

Engine Mfg: ______________________ Model: ______________ S/N:____________________

Gen. Mfg. ______________________ Model:_______________ S/N:____________________

SECTION A – COOLING SYSTEM SAT. UNSAT.


(check one)
1. Engine coolant level
2. Radiator core/heat exchanger
3. Coolant lines/connections/hoses & connections
4. Water jacket heater(s)

Note: Contractor is responsible for replenishing of necessary fluids where there is an unsatisfactory
rating.

SECTION B – D.C. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SAT. UNSAT.


(check one)
1. Battery(s) electrolyte level/specific gravity
2. Battery compartment/heater cooperation
3. Battery connections/cables/casing
4. Shutdown mechanisms
5. Electrical starter/alternator generator
6. Electrical system, accessories & components

Note: Contractor is responsible for indicator lights, indicator lamps, gauges, switches, relays, contactors,
solenoids, coils, voltage regulators, sensors, fuses, pressure sensing switches, transformers, power
supplies, battery cables and connections.

SECTION C – A.C. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SAT. UNSAT.


(check one)
1. A.C. wiring
2. Battery charger
3. Control panel/switchgear
4. A.C. generator voltage regulator
5. Electrical system accessories & components

Note: Contractor is responsible for the same components listed under Section B-D.C. Electrical System.

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APPENDIX 1
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
EMERGENCY STANDBY GENERATORS/SWITCHES/CONTROLS

SECTION D – AIR INDUCTION & EXHAUST SYSTEM SAT. UNSAT.


(check one)
1. Air cleaner units/oil bath and dry type
2. Air induction piping and connections
3. Turbocharger/blower
4. Exhaust manifold/piping/connections

Note: Contractor is responsible for replacing air cleaners, all types.

SECTION E – POWER UNIT SAT. UNSAT.


(check one)
1. Generator structure
2. Clutch assembly (power take off)
3. Coupling(s)

SECTION F – LUBRICATION SYSTEM SAT. UNSAT.


(check one)
1. Engine oil level
2. Engine oil change
3. Engine oil filter change
4. Engine oil sample for analysis
5. Crankcase pressure
6. Crankcase breather
7. Oil leaks (hoses, connectors)
8. Engine governor oil level/linkage (UG8)
9. Fan drive bearings
10. Generator bearings
11. Engine starter oiler (air type only)
12. Gauges and safety mechanism
13. Accessory drives

Note: Contractor is responsible for replacing any and all engine oil, lubricant, filters and/or belts.

SECTION G – FUEL SYSTEM SAT. UNSAT.


(check one)
1. Fuel tank/day tank
2. Fuel filters-primary/secondary
3. Fuel system components/hoses/piping
4. Gauges and Safety mechanism
5. Condensation/water in fuel

Note: Contractor is responsible for replacing all fuel filters (primary and secondary)

REMARKS:

Technician: __________________________________________________

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