C13 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 maintenance, including all adjustments, the use of proper lubricants, fluids, filters, and the replacement of components due to normal wear and aging. Failure to adhere to proper maintenance intervals and procedures may result in diminished performance of the product and/or accelerated wear of components.

Use mileage, fuel consumption, service hours, or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, in order to determine the maintenance intervals. Products that operate in severe operating conditions may require more frequent maintenance.

Note: Before each consecutive interval is performed, all maintenance from the previous interval must be performed.

When Required

Battery - Recycle
Battery - Replace
Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect
Circuit Breakers - Reset
Coolant Extender (ELC) - Add
Engine - Clean
Engine Air Cleaner Element (Dual Element) - Inspect/Clean/Replace
Ether Starting Aid Cylinder - Replace
Fuel System - Prime
Generator - Dry
Generator Set - Test
Generator Set Alignment - Check

Daily

Coolant Level - Check
Electrical Connections - Check
Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect
Engine Oil Level - Check
Fuel System Primary Filter/Water Separator - Drain
Generator Load - Check
Jacket Water Heater - Check
Power Factor - Check
Voltage and Frequency - Check
Walk-Around Inspection

Initial 20 to 40 Service Hours

Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace

Every Week

Automatic Start/Stop - Inspect
Battery Charger - Check
Generator - Inspect
Generator Bearing Temperature - Test/Record
Generator Lead (Flat Braided Cable) - Check

Initial 250 Service Hours

Engine Valve Rotators - Inspect

Every 250 Service Hours

Coolant Sample (Level 1) - Obtain

Every 250 Service Hours or 6 Months

Battery Electrolyte Level - Check
Engine Oil Sample - Obtain
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace

Every 500 Service Hours or 1 Year

Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace
Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add
Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Engine Protective Devices - Check
Fuel System Primary Filter (Water Separator) Element - Replace
Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace

Every 2000 Service Hours or 1 Year

Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean
Generator Lead (Round Cable) - Check
Generator Set Vibration - Inspect
Radiator - Clean
Stator Lead - Check

Every Year

Coolant Sample (Level 2) - Obtain
Engine Performance - Test
Rotating Rectifier - Check

Every 3000 Service Hours or 3 Years

Alternator - Inspect
Crankshaft Vibration Damper - Inspect
Electronic Unit Injector - Check/Replace
Engine Mounts - Inspect
Engine Valve Lash - Check
Engine Valve Rotators - Inspect
Starting Motor - Inspect
Turbocharger - Inspect
Water Pump - Inspect

Every 4000 Service Hours or 2 Years

Coolant (DEAC) - Change
Coolant Temperature Regulator - Replace

Every 4500 Service Hours

Generator Bearing - Lubricate

Every 12 000 Service Hours or 6 Years

Coolant (ELC) - Change

Overhaul

Overhaul Considerations