Maintaining your FG Wilson diesel generator is crucial for ensuring its longevity and reliability. Regular maintenance not only keeps your generator running smoothly but also prevents unexpected breakdowns, ensuring your power supply remains uninterrupted. Here are some essential maintenance tips from the FG Wilson Operators Manual to help you keep your generator in top condition.
1. General Maintenance Guidelines
Regular maintenance and service should always be carried out by qualified technicians. Keeping detailed records of all maintenance work is essential for developing an efficient maintenance program. Here are some general guidelines:
- Cleanliness: Keep the generator set clean. Avoid allowing liquids like fuel or oil to accumulate on any surfaces. Use an aqueous industrial cleaner for wiping down surfaces and avoid using flammable solvents.
- Acoustic Material: Replace any torn or punctured acoustic material immediately to prevent liquid or oil accumulation.
2. Battery Maintenance
Batteries are a vital component of your generator set. Proper battery maintenance is essential for optimal performance:
- Safety First: Ensure personnel are trained in handling batteries and always wear the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
- Regular Checks: Battery maintenance checks should be part of your routine inspections. Check the electrolyte levels regularly and ensure they cover the plates within the battery.
- Cleaning: Keep the battery case clean using a mixture of baking soda and water or ammonia and water. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
- Connections: Keep all battery connections clean and tight. Use fine-grade sandpaper to clean terminals and cable clamps, then coat them with grease to prevent corrosion.
- Electrolyte Levels: Only add distilled water if the electrolyte level is low. Never add undiluted sulfuric acid.
3. Preventative Maintenance Interval Schedule
Depending on the application, the requirement for preventative maintenance will vary. Here is a general schedule to follow:
- Daily or Each Startup:
- Perform a walk-around inspection.
- Check for any visible issues and ensure everything is in place.
- Every Two Weeks:
- For standby generators that have not been run, perform an operational check by running the generator for 5 minutes.
- Every Month:
- For standby generators that have not been run on load, perform an operational and load check by running the generator at 50% load for 1 to 2 hours.
- Drain water and sediment from the fuel tank and the dual-wall tank bund area if applicable.
- Every Twelve Months or 500 Hours:
- Perform the daily procedures.
- Check all control system safety devices.
- Clean all battery cap vents.
- Tighten all exhaust and electrical connections.
- Start the engine and ensure all gauges and meters operate properly.
4. Alternator and Engine Maintenance
While the alternator does not require routine maintenance, it is recommended to periodically inspect the winding condition and cable connections. For engine maintenance, consult your local dealer for specific requirements and schedules.
5. Welding Near Generator Sets
When welding near or on generator sets, follow proper procedures to avoid damaging electrical and electronic components. Always ground the welder correctly and avoid grounding to electrical components such as the ECM or sensors.
6. Decommissioning and Disposal
Consult your local dealer and local regulations for the disposal of materials from your generator set. Most metals can be recycled, but some components require specialist treatment.
Conclusion
Following these maintenance tips will help ensure that your FG Wilson diesel generator remains reliable and efficient. Regular maintenance by qualified technicians, coupled with routine inspections and cleaning, will extend the lifespan of your generator and provide peace of mind. For more detailed information, always refer to the FG Wilson Operators Manual or consult with your local dealer.
For more detailed instructions and guidelines, you can download the relevant sections of the FG Wilson Operators Manual here. Keeping up with these maintenance practices will ensure your generator runs smoothly and efficiently for years to come.
Contact Us
For more information or to schedule a maintenance service, contact Simply Reliable Power at +1 (954) 433-2212 or visit our website SRPAmericas.com. Simply Reliable Power is the official FG Wilson Authorized distributor throughout Latin America and the Caribbean since 1991.
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