Looking after your generator is crucial when maintaining its lifespan. With proper care, a generator can last for decades. It is in everyone’s best interest to ensure your generator is maintained, for safety reasons and to save you and your company a lot of time and money.
There are various ways in which you can ensure your generator is looked after. Loadbank testing is one of them and is something we offer here at JS power. We also provide a general service to ensure you are using genuine filters and the correct grade of fluids to guarantee your equipment is kept to its optimum level of performance.
If you have a diesel generator or a bio-diesel generator, we offer a competitive range of professional generator servicing & repairs including in-house and third-party models. We even offer maintenance contracts with reports which can be tailored to our customer requirements. Are you a customer who needs to keep track of your generator maintenance? We can provide you with access to your own portal on our online database. This provides you with the information you need 24/7.
JS Power provides a wide variety of services to help you maintain your generator, but here are a few tips for you to take into account when considering maintenance:
Engine running tests
Engine parts can face extreme pressure whilst the generator is running, by running a few tests it will ensure your generator will start promptly without any hitches, whilst keeping the engine lubricated.
Battery Testing
Batteries must be well maintained and kept fully charged. Inspection and testing is extremely important to avoid any start problems.
Fuel System
Ensure your fuel is not degrading and is not becoming contaminated, this can pose a risk to power in critical applications and is something that should be maintained to prolong the life of your generator.
Cooling System
The level of coolant must be constantly checked, similarly with engine oil. The exterior of the coolant must also be checked to prevent any grime or dirt.
General Inspection
It is important to monitor the exhaust system, fuel system, and the engine. Any visible leaks must also be fixed to prevent any hazards.
If you would like to know more about how we can help with your generator maintenance, browse our website or give us a call on 01482 222 565.
