4. Generating set maintenance
4.1. Reminder of use
The maintenance operations to be carried out are detailed in the maintenance table. The interval for this is supplied as a guide and for
generating sets operating with fuel and oil which conform to the specifications given in this manual. Shorten the maintenance intervals
according to the conditions in which the generating set is used, and as required (for example, clean the air filter more frequently if the
generating set is used in dusty environments).
4.2. Maintenance intervals table
Component
whichever deadline is reached first
Engine oil
Screen filter
Air filter
Spark plug
Spark arrester
Generating set
Valves*
* Operation(s) must only be carried out by one of our agents.
To contact the nearest agency, dial the numbers below:
4.3. Performing the maintenance operations
4.3.1 Drain the engine oil
To ensure that the oil service is performed quickly and correctly, the oil must be changed when the engine is warm (start the generating
set and allow it to run for a few minutes if necessary).
Observe the environmental protection provisions (see § Provisions for protecting the environment) and drain the oil into a suitable
container.
With the engine still warm, place a suitable container under the oil drain screw (A - 3 & B - 1), then remove the oil dipstick/filler plug
(A - 2 & B - 2) and the oil drain screw.
After draining completely, refit the oil drain plug. Tighten to a torque of 17.6 N.m (13 ft. lb.).
Refill with the recommended oil (see § Specifications) then check the level (see § Checking the oil level).
Refit and tighten the oil dipstick/filler plug.
After filling, check that there are no oil leaks, and wipe away any traces of oil with a clean cloth.
4.3.2 Cleaning the screen filter
Unscrew the fuel tank cap (A - 5) and the remove the screen filter (C - 1).
Clean the screen filter with clean petrol and dry it; replace it if it is damaged.
Refit the screen filter and carefully screw the fuel tank cap back in.
Check that there are no leaks, and wipe away any traces of fuel with a clean cloth.
Operations to be carried out at
Change
Clean
Clean
Replace
Replace
Check / Clean
Clean
Check/adjust*
After
Every
first 5
50 hours
hours
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Every
100 hours
200 hours
300 hours
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