Storing The Generating Set; Troubleshooting - SDMO 6500 TE Instruction And Maintenance Manual

7.6. Starter battery maintenance
Danger
As the battery is maintenance-free, just check the condition and tightness of the connections and its general cleanliness.
7.7. Cleaning the generating set
Cleaning with a water jet is not recommended.
Cleaning with high pressure cleaning equipment is forbidden.
Important
Remove all dust and debris from around the exhaust.
Clean the generating set, particularly the alternator and engine air inlets and outlets, using a cloth and brush.
Check the general condition of the generating set and replace any faulty parts.

8. Storing the generating set

If the generating set is not used for a long period, it must be stored in accordance with the guidelines below.
Using a suitable container, drain out the fuel and replace the fuel filter (see § Fuel filter replacement)
Start the generating set and allow it to run until it stops due to lack of fuel.
With the engine still warm, change the engine oil and replace the oil filter (see § Renewing engine oil & Replacement of the oil
filter).
Clean the air filter (see § Cleaning the air filter).
Clean the exterior of the generating set, apply an anti-rust product onto the damaged areas.
Cover the generating set with a drop cloth to protect it from dust and store it in a clean & dry location.

9. Troubleshooting

Problems
Load connected to the generating set during start-up.
Air filter (fig. A – No.14) blocked.
Fuel level too low
Engine does not Fuel filter (fig. A – No.13) blocked.
start
Oil level too low.
Starter battery (fig. A – No.15) defective.
Fuel supply blocked or leaking.
Fuel level too low
Engine stopped
Oil level too low.
Circuit breakers (fig. A – No. 8) not activated.
Defective devices supply lead
No electric
current
Defective electrical sockets (fig. A - No 9).
Defective alternator.
Device connected or faulty lead.
Triggering the
circuit breakers
Overload (see § Capacity of the generating set).
Never place the battery close to a flame or fire
Use only insulated tools
Never use sulphuric acid or acid water to top up the electrolyte level.
Probable causes Possible solutions
Disconnect the load.
Clean the air filter (see § Cleaning the air filter).
Fill up with fuel (see § Filling up with fuel).
Replace the fuel filter (see § Replacement of the fuel
filter).
Check the oil level
(see. § Checking of oil level).
Recharge or replace the starter battery.
Have it checked, repaired or replaced.*
Fill up with fuel (see § Filling up with fuel).
Check the oil level
(see. § Checking of oil level).
Activate the circuit breakers.
Change the lead
Have it checked, repaired or replaced.*
Have it checked, repaired or replaced.*
Disconnect the device and the lead.
Remove the overload.
* Operation(s) to be entrusted to one of our agents.
and fill up if necessary
and fill up if necessary