Generating Set Maintenance - Kohler SDMO INVERTER PRO 3000 E Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien

5 Generating set maintenance

As a safety measure, maintenance should be performed on the generating set regularly and carefully by people who have the
necessary experience and are equipped with suitable tools, in respect of current regulations. The maintenance operations to be
carried out are detailed in the maintenance table. The interval for this is supplied as a guide and for generating sets operating with
fuel and oil which conform to the specifications given in this manual. The maintenance intervals can be shortened depending on the
generating set's operating conditions and requirements. It is important to note that the warranty shall not be valid if generating set
maintenance has not be performed correctly.
5.1 Reminder of use
Ensuring maintenance is performed regularly and correctly will guarantee safety and performance. The oil, filter elements and,
where present, the spark plug, are consumables which must be in good condition for the unit to operate correctly.
Replace them regularly as often as is needed (the reference for ready-to-use maintenance kits is given in the table of
technical specifications where applicable). The warranty becomes void in the event of failure to respect the maintenance
recommendations. For any questions about a special operation, please contact your nearest agent who will advise and help you.
5.2 Maintenance intervals table
Operation to be carried out at whichever deadline
is reached first:
Clean the unit
Unit
Replacing the spark plug
Oil
Fuel Clean the screen filter
Clean the foam element
Air filter
Replace the foam element
Part numbers of parts to be used during maintenance:
5.3 Performing the maintenance operations
1. Shut down the unit and wait at least 30 minutes for it to cool.
2. Disconnect the cap(s) of the spark plug(s) and disconnect the "-" terminal on the battery (if fitted).
3. Carry out maintenance in accordance with the information given in this manual and, to avoid the risk of damage to the unit,
only use original parts or their equivalent.
5.3.1 Top up the oil
The used oil must be recycled or disposed of in accordance with applicable local regulations. In order for the drain operation to be
more effective, it is advisable to run the unit for a few minutes before draining to make the oil more fluid.
1. Remove the screw (A9-E1) and the inspection flap (A10-E2).
2. Remove the cap from the drainage hole (B3) and the cover from the oil drain screw (B4).
3. Place a suitable container under the drainage hole.
4. Remove the oil filler cap (A11-B1) and the oil drain screw (A23) with its seal (B5).
5. Make sure that the seals for the drain screw and the filler cap are in good condition, and replace them if necessary.
6. After draining completely, refit the oil drain screw with its seal.
7. Use a funnel to top up with oil that complies with the specifications given in this manual.
The oil level should reach the filler neck
8. Refit the oil filler cap, the oil drain screw cover and the drainage hole cap.
9. Check that there are no oil leaks, and wipe away any traces of oil with a clean cloth.
10. Refit the inspection flap by tightening the flap screw.
5.3.2 Clean the screen filter
1. If fitted: close the fuel tap.
2. Unscrew the fuel tank cap (A13).
3. Remove the screen filter (A14-C1) located inside the fuel tank.
4. With a low-pressure dry air gun, blow air through the screen filter, from the outside inwards.
5. Rinse it using clean fuel and dry it. Replace it if it is damaged.
6. Put the screen filter back inside the tank and screw the cap back onto the fuel tank.
After:
1
Change
(B2)
.
Every:
st month/first 3 months/50
20 hours hours
X
X
X
20/182
Every: Every:
6 months/100 2 years/300
hours hours
X
General
X
maintenance
must only be
X
carried out by
X
one of our
agents.
X
France:
X
0.806.800.107
(call charge)
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