Each generator shall receive the listed number of service visits annually unless otherwise specified by the customer.
Parts, repairs and / or fluid changes must be done with parts and fluids that meet or exceed the manufacturer’s specifications and requirements. Any substitution of these parts, fluids, or the changing of any factory settings must be approved by the county representative.
Any used oil or fluids taken out of the generators must be transported and properly disposed of.
Generator Preventative Maintenance
Each generator shall receive the listed number of service visits annually unless otherwise specified by the customer.
Parts, repairs and / or fluid changes must be done with parts and fluids that meet or exceed the manufacturer’s specifications and requirements. Any substitution of these parts, fluids, or the changing of any factory settings must be approved by the county representative.
Any used oil or fluids taken out of the generators must be transported and properly disposed of.
Preventative Maintenance Includes:
COOLING SYSTEMInspect radiator exchanger
Check coolant level – Add up to one gallon included in PM.
Glycol check of coolant
Inspect all hoses and connections
Inspect fan drive pulley and fan
Inspect fan belts
Check jacket water heater
Inspect water pump
Inspect thermostats
FUEL SYSTEMInspect fuel tank
Change fuel/water separator strainers
Inspect all fuel lines and connections
Inspect governor and controls
Change fuel filters (One annually)
Check fuel pressure
Test fuel in tanks for water
AIR INTAKE & EXHAUST SYSTEMChange air filter (One annually)
Check air filter service indicator
Inspect air inlet system
Inspect turbocharger
Check exhaust manifold
Inspect exhaust system
ENGINE MONITORS & SAFETY CONTROLSCheck all gauges
Check all safety controls
Check remote enunciators & alarms
LUBE OIL SYSTEMCheck oil level
Change oil filter & date with permanent ink (One annually)
Check oil pressure
Inspect crankcase breather
Check for any leaks
Change oil (One annually)
STARTING SYSTEMInspect batteries, terminals & connections
Check specific gravity of batteries (results must be turned in)
Perform load test on batteries (results must be turned in)
Inspect battery charger
Inspect starting motor
Inspect alternator
GENERATORInspect bearings
Check vibration isolators
Inspect control panel
Check start controls
Check voltmeter
Check ammeter
Check frequency meter
Check circuit breaker
TRANSFER SWITCH
Inspect all connections (retighten if necessary)
Inspect wiring for brittle or burn marks
Inspect all switches
Perform “drop-dead” test to ensure correct transfer of utility power to generator and then back to unitality power.
Load test the site, adjust and calibrate voltages, frequency, and V.S.R.’s.
SHELTER
Sweep Generator Shelter Area
Apply and remove absorbent on any fluids
Remove any loose waste products from shelter
PROVIDE WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION OF ALL WORK PERFORMED
Generator Emergency Service
Emergency Service 24/7/365
Hours: Emergency hours is defined as follows: Monday through Friday 1730 until 0700.
Saturday & Sunday: 0700 until 0700
Critical Response time as needed: (3) hours or less
Hurricanes: Shall be answered within 3 hours of the initial call
Due to the nature of Public Safety, generators supporting a critical function (tower sites, Mobile Command, etc.) will require immediate service in the event of a generator failure or malfunction. The Contractor must provide 24/7/365 on-call repair services and be on site within (3) hours of receiving the call. Contractor is expected to keep basic/routine parts on hand for emergency repair services.
All parts, repairs and / or fluid changes must be done with parts and fluids that meet or exceeds the manufacturer’s specifications and requirements. Any substitution of these parts, fluids, or the changing of any factory settings must be approved by the county representative.
Any used oil or fluids taken out of the generators must be transported and properly disposed of.
A repair is defined as a deficiency which is identified during regular preventive maintenance that is not the result of normal wear and tear and is not because of any improper performance by the Contractor or failure to perform preventative maintenance.
Contractor should prepare and submit to the county representative a written not-to
exceed estimate to perform any major repairs. Repairs shall be made only with the written authorization of the county representative. The county representative may obtain additional repair cost estimates and authorize major repair work to be done by another contractor when it is determined to be in the best interest of the county.
