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PM1 Generator Maintenance: The Comprehensive 31-Point Inspection

PM1 Generator Maintenance:
The Comprehensive 31-Point Inspection

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    No two power systems are the same; applications, loads, and environmental factors vary from site to site. While the guide below outlines our standard recommended preventative maintenance for the first 36 months of operation, we recognize that your facility may have unique demands. We are fully equipped to customize a service plan that specifically aligns with your equipment usage and uptime requirements.

    Our typical maintenance plan includes:

    Quarterly

    PM1 (Minor Service)

    Yearly

    PM2 + Load Bank (Major Service)

    Every 3-6 Years

    PM3 (Major Service+)

    PM 1 Service Items(click each for more info)

    Print Table
    Service Item PM 1
    Minor Service
    PM 2
    Major Service
    PM 3
    Major Service +
    Load Bank
    31 Point Inspection Items / PM1 ✔ ✔ ✔
    Air Inlet System & Filter
    Alternator
    Barrel Insulation
    Batteries
    Battery Charger
    Bearing(s)
    Belts, Hoses & Connections
    Block Heater
    Breaker(s)
    Collect Oil & Coolant Samples
    Coolant & Coolant Filter(s)
    Crankcase Breather(s)
    Exhaust Manifold
    Fan and Fan Drive
    Fuel Filters – Prim/Sec
    Fuel Lines & Connections
    Fuel Tank & Rack
    Gauges
    Governor and controls
    Jacket Water Heater
    Oil & Oil Filter(s)
    Radiator
    Remote Annunciators/Alarms
    Safety Controls
    Starter
    Turbocharger(s)
    Valves and Valve Rotators
    Vibration Isolators
    Voltage
    Water Pump
    Water Separator
    Additional Service Items
    Change Oil
    Change Filters (Oil, Coolant, Fuel, Air)
    Change Coolant
    Change Rubber Hoses & Belts
    Change Thermostats & Gaskets
    Collect Fuel Samples Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
    Transfer Test Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
    Visual ATS Inspection Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
    Change Batteries Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
    Load Bank Tests
    Accurate Temperature Gauge Test
    Auto Start Test & Tag Verifications
    Check Temperature with Heat Gun
    Coolant Leaks
    Engine Alternator Test
    Full Rating Tests
    Gauge Adjustment Tests
    Gauge Compliance Tests
    Oil Leaks
    Pre-Alarm Verification
    Shut Down Verification

    Recommended 36-Month Maintenance Schedule

    Q1Q2Q3Q4 Q1Q2Q3Q4 Q1Q2Q3Q4
    PM1 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
    PM2 ✔ ✔ ✔
    PM3 ✔
    Load Bank ✔ ✔ ✔

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