C18 Power Module Caterpillar

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any operation or any maintenance procedures are performed. The user is responsible for the performance of maintenance, including all adjustments, the use of proper lubricants, fluids, filters, and the installation of new components due to normal wear and aging. The performance of this product may be diminished if proper maintenance intervals and procedures are not followed. Components may experience accelerated wear if proper maintenance intervals and procedures are not followed.

Note: Use whichever of the following that occurs first in order to determine the maintenance intervals: fuel consumption, service hours and calendar time . Before each consecutive interval is performed, all maintenance from the previous intervals must be performed.

Products that operate in severe operating conditions may require more frequent maintenance.

When Required

Batteries - Replace
Battery - Recycle
Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect
Fuel System - Prime
Generator - Dry
Generator Set - Test
Varistor - Test
Winding - Test

Daily

Generator Load - Check
Walk-Around Inspection

Every Week

Air Inlet Filter - Check
Battery Charger - Check
Battery Electrolyte Level - Check
Control Panel - Inspect
Cooling System Coolant Level - Check
Electrical Connections - Check
Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect
Engine Oil Level - Check
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
Generator - Inspect
Generator Bearing Temperature - Test/Record
Jacket Water Heater - Check
Power Factor - Check
Space Heater - Check
Standby Generator Set Maintenance Recommendations
Stator Winding Temperature - Measure/Record
Voltage and Frequency - Check

Every 6 Months

Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 1) - Obtain
Heat Shield - Inspect/Replace
Stator Lead - Check

Every Year

Alternator - Inspect
Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2) - Obtain
Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add
Crankshaft Vibration Damper - Inspect
Engine Air Cleaner Element (Dual Element) - Clean/Replace
Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean
Engine Mounts - Check
Engine Oil Sample - Obtain
Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Engine Protective Devices - Check
Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust
Fan Drive Bearing - Lubricate
Fuel Injector - Inspect/Adjust
Fuel System Primary Filter (Water Separator) Element - Replace
Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace
Generator Bearing - Inspect
Generator Set Vibration - Inspect
Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace
Prelube Pump - Inspect
Radiator - Clean
Rotating Rectifier - Check
Starting Motor - Inspect
Water Pump - Inspect

Every 3 Years

Cooling System Coolant (DEAC) - Change
Cooling System Coolant Extender (ELC) - Add
Cooling System Water Temperature Regulator - Replace
Turbocharger - Inspect

Every 6 Years

Cooling System Coolant (ELC) - Change

Every 114 000 L (30 000 US gal) of Fuel or 3000 Service Hours or 3 Years

Engine Speed/Timing Sensors - Check/Clean/Calibrate