Tips for Proper Caretaking of a Cummins Natural Gas Generator

Cummins is known to produce high-quality equipment, but it still makes sense to take great care of your natural gas generator properly to prolong its service life and make the most out of your investment. It’s always wise to have a maintenance routine in place for your Cummins natural gas generator.

To successfully and safely take care and maintain a Cummins natural gas generator, there are a few things that you have to pay attention to. For starters, you need to check up on key generator parts, including the alternators, which are often overlooked despite being pretty easy to find. Don’t forget to check on the transfer switches, too. If you need a replacement, these can be bought from your supplier or online. You must also look at the lubricant levels, as this is very important for managing performance and limiting downtime. Lastly, ensure that the air system properly manages the temperature and keeps the level of performance fair.

Aside from checking the abovementioned parts, there are also guidelines that you have to follow:

• Check if there are loose clamps, wires, and other issues. Doing so will allow you to find any damage or problem with regards to wear and tear.
• See to it that you have a coolant system in place. You can do this by checking the overflow tank and making sure that it has the right levels. If they are not like the recommended level for your system, you should get a professional to resolve this issue.
• Even when your unit is not running, you should still check the oil levels. If you have used the generator recently, it is best to wait for 10 minutes after shutting it down before you do the checking. Make sure that the oil level is as full as can be without excessively filling it.

Here’s a fact: Even the most durably built generators inevitably lose performance and efficiency as they age. Failing to implement proper maintenance can significantly limit the quality of performance that you receive from your unit. Try to examine your system semi-annually. Inspections will help you spot any problems before they get bigger, which is why they are best carried out twice a year.

This article is written by Victor Seropian, associated as President at Power Generation Enterprises. Power Generation Enterprises is the leading supplier of power generation systems worldwide.