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5. Maintenance 8-2019

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.

WARNING

Automatic startup of the generator set can cause severe personal injury or

death. Make sure the generator set is shut down and disabled:

1. Press the generator set's red STOP button on the local display to stop

the generator set. Allow the generator set to thoroughly cool to the

touch.

2. Turn off and disconnect the battery charger from the AC source before

disconnecting the battery cables.

3. Disconnect the negative (–) cable from the battery and secure it from

contacting the battery terminals to prevent accidental starting.

NOTICE

Perform all service at the time period indicated, or after the number of

operating hours indicated, whichever comes first.