Kohler 3.5CFZ - Manual (Page 29)

TP-5695 12/93 Scheduled Maintenance 3-1
Section 3. Scheduled Maintenance
Use the following service schedule and the hourmeter
on the controller to schedule routine maintenance. In
addition to the routine services listed in this manual,
there are other important steps that should be taken to
keep a generator set in top condition. Usually tools and
instruments required for these additional steps are not
available to the generator set owner. For this reason, the
set should be returned periodically to an authorized
service dealer/distributor for complete servicing and
tune-up. The benefits of such service will be improved
performance and continuous satisfactory operation
during a long trouble-free service life. Use the Operating
Hour Service Log in the back of this manual to document
services performed.
Service intervals are located on the top rows of the
Service Schedule chart. It indicates how often
maintenance tasks need to be done. Each service item
is to be repeated at the specified interval. For example,
an item required at 50 hours will again need to be
performed at 100 hours, 150 hours, etc.
For continued satisfactory operation and longevity of the
engine and generator set, proper maintenance and
eventual overhaul by a competent mechanic/technician
are essential. While it is not possible to anticipate
component failure, rough operation, metallic noises,
and excessive oil loss are among the indicators of
potential problems. Do not ignore these conditions!
NOTE
Operate the generator set with load applied at least
once a month. Allow generator set to run about one hour
to reach operating temperature. This prevents the
formation of corrosion on internal engine components
when exposed to the breakdown of exhaust gases and
seawater for long periods of generator inactivity. If unit is
to be out of service for several months, see Storage
Procedure.
WARNING
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect battery cables before working on
generator set (negative lead first and reconnect it
last).
Accidental starting can cause severe injury or
death. Disconnect battery cables (remove negative
lead first and reconnect it last) to disable generator set
before working on any equipment connected to
generator. The generator set can be started by remote
start/stop switch unless this precaution is followed.
NOTE
HARDWARE DAMAGE! Engine and generator make
use of both American Standard and metric hardware. Be
sure to use the correct size tools to prevent rounding of
bolt heads and nuts.
NOTE
High-mineral content seawater (salt water) can cause
rapid destruction of metals. Wipe up all salt water
spillage on and around generator set and keep metal
surfaces free from accumulated salt deposits.