Autumn Maintenance Methods for Diesel Generator Sets

As autumn arrives and the weather gradually turns cold, users of diesel generators need to further adjust the operation and maintenance of generator sets with the changing seasons. Diesel generator sets use diesel for power generation, and all liquids have a freezing point as temperatures drop. If diesel freezes in winter, it will inevitably affect the normal operation of diesel generator sets. So, what is the proper maintenance method for generator sets in autumn? The editor from Guangxi Dingbo Power Generator Manufacturer has some insights to share.

In 2019, the average temperature in southern China reached over 30 degrees Celsius, and people exclaim that each year is hotter than the last. With the development of the social economy, many industries rely on electricity for operation and development. Moreover, summer is also a peak period for electricity consumption, leading to power shortages. Under such circumstances, the demand for diesel generators has surged, and their usage frequency has increased significantly. Some diesel generators have been operating for long hours, some even overloaded, and some have continued to work despite malfunctions. After "battling" through the high temperatures of summer, temperatures drop in autumn, and the nervous situation of municipal power supply eases, resulting in a noticeable decrease in the usage frequency of diesel generators. This is an excellent time for diesel generator users to maintain and service their units, presenting a prime opportunity for maintenance. The editor from Dingbo Power has summarized the following autumn maintenance measures for diesel generator sets for reference:

1.As autumn cools down and winter approaches, diesel generators must be filled with antifreeze to ensure safe survive the winter. When temperatures are too low, water can freeze and damage the cooling water tank. Adding antifreeze helps maintain and raise the ambient temperature, preventing liquid freezing from affecting unit operation.

2.After a summer of arduous work, the diesel generator should also undergo a thorough maintenance service.

3.Even if the usage frequency of diesel generators is low in autumn, regular maintenance is still required to extend the unit's service life.

4.In this season, when choosing diesel, a slightly thinner viscosity can be considered to reduce issues affecting the unit's normal operation due to temperature changes.

5.Before starting the diesel generator set, perform a no-load preheating for approximately 3-5 minutes. This will increase the temperature of the generator set, and only after checking that it can operate normally should it enter regular power generation. During operation, avoid extreme operations such as suddenly increasing the speed, as this will reduce the lifespan of valve components.

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