New Genset Initial Service - Volvo Penta D7A T Operator's Manual

New genset initial service

General
Before starting a new or reconditioned genset for the first time, give it an initial inspection. This to guarantee your
own safety as well as the maximum service life of the genset.
External inspection
1. Check the control system for loose terminals.
2. Check defects of engine parts.
3. Check the following components for loose bolts or
nuts:
* Plugs and covers of fuel, lubrication and cooling
system
* Coupling of fuel injection pump and shaft
* Mounting brackets
* Fuel control link
* Turbocharger
* Timing gear case
* Exhaust manifolds
* Cylinder heads
* Air-duct connection-hose clamp
* Flexible coupling from engine to generator
4. Check for fuel, oil, coolant and air leaks and repair
if needed.
5. Make commissioning report for new or overhauled
engine.
IMPORTANT! All covers on engine and generator
must be mounted before attempting to start your
genset.
Valves and plugs
Make sure the following valves and plugs are open or
closed properly:
Fuel supply valve
Coolant drain cocks
IMPORTANT! If the coolant drain cocks are not
closed the coolant will drain from the engine and
this may cause severe damage to the engine.
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Electrical wiring
Check for loose or damaged electrical wiring on the
engine and on the generator. If necessary firmly re-
connect to terminals or cable-joint portions. Damaged
cables must be replaced.
If your genset is reconditioned, make sure the wiring
is according to the drawings.
Filling fuel system
Refer to chapter "Maintenance: Fuel system".
Filling lubrication system
Refer to chapter "Maintenance: Lubrication system".
Filling cooling system
Refer to chapter "Maintenance: Cooling system".
Generator
Refer to manual supplied by generator manufacturer.
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