Use and Care Manual

Maintenance
Owner’s Manual for Spark-Ignited Stationary Generators 27
Schedule A Maintenance
NOTE: Perform Schedule A maintenance once each
year or after 125 hours of service, whichever comes first.
NOTE: T
he 4.5L (48 kW) unit is depicted in the artwork
used in this manual.
Schedule A Maintenance Item Locations
NOTE: The viewing window side of the enclosure with is
identified as the rear of the generator set. The right and
left sides are identified by standing at the rear and look-
ing towards the front of the unit.
48 kW
Coolant overflow reservoir
R
Oil dipstick
L
Oil drain hose
R
Oil filter
L
Oil supply tank fill cap
L
Battery
L
Fan belt
E
Air filter element
L
R = Right Side L = Left Side E = Either Side
Preliminary Instructions
1. See Remove From Service.
2. Re
move left and right side access panels. See
Access Panels.
3. Rem
ove negative battery cable (black) from nega-
tive (-) battery terminal.
Inspecting the Enclosure Louvers
1. Verify intake and exhaust louvers and openings are
clean and unobstructed. Keep clear of leaves,
grass, snow, and debris.
2. Wipe
exterior surfaces clean using a damp cloth.
3. L
oosen dirt, oil, etc. with a soft bristle brush.
4. Rem
ove loose dirt and debris using a vacuum
cleaner, or low pressure compressed air (not
exceeding 25 psi [172 kPa]).
NOTE: Pe
riodically wash and wax enclosure using auto-
motive type products. Frequent washing is recom-
mended in salt water or coastal areas.
Inspecting the Fuel Lines
1. Inspect fuel lines for leaks. Tighten fittings and
clamps if necessary.
2. In
spect fuel lines for nicks, dents, kinks, or other
damage. Replace as necessary.
Inspecting Coolant Level and Hoses
(000139)
WARNING
Risk of burns. Allow engine to cool before
draining oil or coolant. Failure to do so could
result in death or serious injury.
Proceed as follows to inspect the coolant level and
hoses:
1. See Figure 5-6. Verify coolant level is between
HOT and COLD marks on the overflow reservoir.
009882
Figure 5-6. Coolant Overflow Reservoir
NOTE: Co
olant expands when hot, so coolant level may
be higher than the HOT mark. Do not add coolant higher
than the HOT mark.
2. If
coolant level is below the COLD mark, remove fill
cap from overflow reservoir and add coolant. See
Coolant Water Treatment.
3. Inspe
ct coolant hoses for leaks. Tighten hose
clamps, if necessary.
4. In
spect hoses for nicks, cuts, tears, or general
deterioration. Replace as necessary.
Inspecting Radiator for Clogging
Proceed as follows to check radiator for clogging:
1. Us
e a flashlight to inspect the radiator fins.
2. Inspe
ct for debris, accumulations of dirt, or other
deposits.
3. Car
efully remove any debris from radiator fins. Use
warm soapy water and a soft bristled brush to
remove dirt and other deposits, if necessary.
Model
Engine 4.5L