Generac 5818 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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Maintenance
4.12 SERVICE SCHEDULE
ATTENTION: It is recommended that all service work
be performed by the nearest Dealer.
SYSTEM/COMPONENT PROCEDURE FREQUENCY
X = Action
R = Replace as Necessary
* = Notify Dealer if Repair is
Needed.
Inspect Change Clean
W = Weekly
M = Monthly
Y = Yearly
FUEL
Fuel lines and connections*
XM
LUBRICATION
Oil level
XW
Oil
X 2Y or 500 hours
of operation.**
Oil filter
X 2Y or 500 hours
of operation.**
COOLING
Enclosure louvers
XXW
BATTERY
Remove corrosion, ensure
dryness
XXM
Clean and tighten battery
terminals
XXM
Check charge state
X R EVERY 6 M
Electrolyte level
X R EVERY 6 M
ENGINE AND MOUNTING
Air cleaner
X R 2Y or 500 hours
Spark plug(s)
X R 2Y or 500 hours
GENERAL CONDITION
Vibration, Noise, Leakage, Temperature*
XM
COMPLETE TUNE-UP* TO BE COMPLETED BY A DEALER 2Y or 500 hours
ALTERNATOR
Rotor Brushes
X 2,500 hours
* Contact the nearest dealer for assistance if necessary.
** Change oil and filter every 500 hours or 2 years, whichever occurs first.