Servicing and Maintaining Caterpillar Generators

by David Martin S.E.O

The Caterpillar generators are regarded as one the most essential manufactured equipment. Several new findings and inventions have brought a drastic change in the world of automobiles. These diesel powered generators are suitable for power backup not only in organization and industries, but also in residential complexes. However, automobile equipment needs to be maintained appropriately to deliver optimum performance.

If you have installed a backup Caterpillar generator in your residential complex or warehouse, or are considering installing one, then it is imperative for you to be familiar with the generator services offered by power solution providers. The article contains a few of the power generation services that are commonly required in commercial buildings and industries.

Scheduled Maintenance

The scheduled maintenance involves maintaining transfer switches, generators, and switch gear. Scheduled maintenance is one of the most acute power generator services and is always performed by an expert. The Gensets can receive service as per the following schedule:

Daily: checking oil level, coolant level, fuel level, coolant heater, and charge-air piping
Weekly: cleaning of the air cleaner, checking of battery charger and fuel tank, draining the fuel filter
Monthly: checking the concentration level in the coolant, performing drive belt as well as starter batteries check
Bi-annually: changing the fuel and coolant filter as well as oil and air cleaner, checking radiator hose and cleaning the crankcase breather
Annually: cleaning of the cooling system

Load Bank Testing

The testing involves a portable load bank, which delivers load at certain level to test the generator. A load bank test is generally performed on generators whose performance level has dipped below 30% of their designated Kilowatt rating during monthly tests. The test helps in determining if the Genset is working at its optimum level or not.

Infrared Scanning

Long usage can result in abnormal heating patterns in electrical components, which can crock up starting problems. Infrared scanning helps in identifying such issues. Sometimes, a single generator scan can be completed in a day and repairs can also be performed on the spot. Scanning should be performed on year to year basis and can result in substantial cost savings.

Bottom Line

Every commercial and household need different power generation services, the best way to determine the service needs of your place is to get in touch with a commercial power solution provider. Their technicians can help you understand the importance of generator service on the right schedule. This will help the electrical equipment of your Caterpillar generator to remain free from unexpected problems.

Remember that continuous functioning has its impact on the Genset, which results in break down. Calling professional for repairing will be more expensive than having generator service, since the beginning. So you need to maintain the generator so that it can function effectively round the year.