Service Manual

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5. Maintenance10-2019

At each scheduled maintenance interval, perform all previous maintenance checks

that are due for scheduled maintenance.

Some of the factors that can affect the maintenance schedule are:

• Extremes in ambient temperature

• Exposure to elements

• Exposure to salt water

• Exposure to windblown dust or sand

Consult with your authorized Cummins service provider if the generator set will be

subjected to any extreme operating conditions, and determine if extra protection or

a reduction in service intervals is needed. Use the engine hours shown on the

system status screen to keep to keep an accurate log of all service performed for

warranty support. Perform all service at the time period indicated, or after the

number of operating hours indicated, whichever comes first.

Repair or replace worn, damaged, or improperly functioning components identified

during periodic maintenance procedures.

Periodic Maintenance Guidelines

Regularly performing the following periodic maintenance tasks greatly reduces the

chances of a generator set shutdown:

• Maintain an appropriate oil level.

• Keep battery connections clean and tight.

• Do not overload the generator set.

• Keep the air inlet and outlet openings clear.

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Periodic maintenance is essential for top generator set performance. Use the

Maintenance Frequency table below as a guide for normal periodic maintenance.

• In hot and dusty environments, some maintenance procedures should be

performed more frequently, as indicated by the footnotes in the table.

• Maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems

may be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual.

◦ Warranty work MUST be completed by your authorized Cummins Inc.

service provider.