Proper maintenance helps keep your standby generator reliable and ready for an outage. A generator that is not serviced can fail when it is needed most.
Routine Maintenance Schedule
Inspect the generator and follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule. Csonka recommends regular professional service based on usage and environment. Typically for residentials this is every 50 hours.
Exercise Your Generator
Allow the generator to exercise as recommended by the manufacturer and investigate failed or abnormal exercise cycles.
Oil & Filter Information
Oil and filter intervals depend on the engine and run hours. During extended outages, oil level should be checked regularly, typically every 24 hours of run time.
Battery Maintenance
Starting batteries are critical to standby reliability. Inspect terminals, charger operation and battery condition. Batteries should be replaced every 3 years for most applications.
Fuel System Care
Keep diesel fuel clean and free of water and biological contamination. Inspect gaseous-fuel systems for proper operation. We can pull fuel and oil samples to inspect the health of your unit and supply the results.
Transfer Switch Testing
Periodic transfer testing confirms the generator and automatic transfer switch operate together as intended.
Site & Enclosure Care
Keep foliage, sprinklers and corrosive salt exposure away from the enclosure. Keep panels closed and secure against rodents and weather.
When to Call Csonka
Call for failed exercise cycles, alarms, leaks, abnormal sounds, starting problems, transfer issues or scheduled maintenance.