3306B Generator Set 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 all maintenance including the following procedures: 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

Battery - Recycle
Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect
Fuel System - Prime
Generator - Dry
Rotating Rectifier - Test
Varistor - Test
Winding - Test

Every Week

Air Inlet Filter - Check
Battery Charger - Check
Battery Electrolyte Level - Check
Cooling System Coolant Level - Check
Electrical Connections - Check
Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect
Engine Air Precleaner - Clean
Engine Oil Level - Check
Fuel System Water Separator - Drain
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
Generator - Inspect
Generator Bearing Temperature - Measure/Record
Generator Lead (Flat Braided Cable) - Check
Generator Load - Check
Jacket Water Heater - Check
Power Factor - Check
Space Heater - Check
Standby Generator Set Maintenance Recommendations
Stator Winding Temperature - Measure/Record
Voltage and Frequency - Check
Walk-Around Inspection

Every 6 Months

Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 1) - Obtain
Generator Lead (Round Cable) - Check

Every Year

Aftercooler Core - Clean/Test
Alternator - Inspect
Alternator and Fan Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace
Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2) - Obtain
Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add
Crankshaft Vibration Damper - Inspect
Engine - Clean
Engine Air Cleaner Element (Dual Element) - Clean/Replace
Engine Air Cleaner Element (Single Element) - Clean/Replace
Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean
Engine Mounts - Check
Engine Oil Sample - Obtain
Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Engine Performance - Test
Engine Protective Devices - Check
Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust
Engine Valve Rotators - Inspect
Exhaust Piping - Inspect
Fan Drive Bearing - Lubricate
Fuel Injection Nozzles - Test/Exchange
Fuel System Primary Filter (Water Separator) Element - Replace
Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace
Generator Bearing - Lubricate
Generator Set - Test
Generator Set Vibration - Inspect
Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace
Insulation - Test
Magnetic Pickups - Clean/Inspect
Radiator - Clean
Rotating Rectifier - Check
Starting Motor - Inspect
Stator Lead - Check
Turbocharger - Inspect
Water Pump - Inspect

Every 3 Years

Batteries - Replace
Belts - Replace
Cooling System Coolant (DEAC) - Change
Cooling System Coolant Extender (ELC) - Add
Cooling System Water Temperature Regulator - Replace

Every 6 Years

Cooling System Coolant (ELC) - Change

Overhaul

Generator Bearing - Inspect
Overhaul Considerations