Reason Generator
Kathleen Denson
When I first bought my house, right as I was moving in, I was there alone late one night scrubbing the walls in the kitchen, getting them ready for a new coat of paint the next day. It was a dark and stormy night (really), and at one point as I was scrubbing away and listening to what was probably an Agatha Christie audiobook, the thunder crashed, lightening flashed and the lights flickered once, twice, and then went out.
At that point I would usually be turning on my phone flashlight and beginning the search for errant candles or the stray flashlight. Instead, I waited with anticipation to see if my generator would work as advertised. Thirty seconds later I heard it thrum on outside, and inside of two minutes my lights were back on as if nothing ever happened.
If the principles had already been followed, Americans would be less interested in buying generators because they could rightfully expect that their lights will stay on. Unfortunately, since the importance of reliability has been minimized by some policymakers, many Americans are realizing they could soon find themselves in the dark.
The performance of your standby generator is only as reliable as its weakest link. Because most generators are used only as an emergency power source to keep equipment up and running during a power failure, their infrequent operation makes them vulnerable to potential problems going undetected. Additionally, as generators age, there is a greater risk of mechanical failure if the equipment is not serviced regularly.
To keep your unit operating reliably and efficiently, it is important that generator maintenance be performed on a regular basis. Organizations that fail to prioritize routine maintenance are much more likely to experience a generator failure. Industrial generator maintenance plans and repair services not only provide peace of mind that power equipment will perform as expected when you need it most, but also help to extend the life of your generator. Considering the significant upfront expense of a generator system, it is prudent to maximize its lifespan by engaging in regular preventive maintenance.
While there are many reasons generators fail, battery problems rank among the most frequent culprits. A variety of factors can adversely affect battery performance, including wires that come loose, dirty or rusted connections, excessive age, or buildup of lead sulfates that accumulate on battery plates and impact the ability to provide sufficient electrical current. Usually, by the time this occurs, the battery will require replacement. Because batteries are so vulnerable to failure, it is critical to check them thoroughly during monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections. While a standard generator battery should last several years before needing to be replaced, routine maintenance can help extend that lifespan.
Another top reason for generator failure is inadequate coolant levels, which can result in sudden failure and cause damage from overheating. Because of this, it is important to check coolant levels frequently; if you are losing any, there may be a leak in the system. Also be aware of any visible puddles around your diesel generator. If you note either of these conditions, a qualified technician should inspect the unit right away.
Lack of fuel maintenance is another key factor in standby generator failure. Without proper service, microbes, debris, additives and oxygen can build up in the system, diminishing fuel quality. Never use bio fuel in any standby generator, as it breaks down over time. To protect your generator, make sure that storage tanks and fuel quality are regularly inspected and fuel samples taken at least annually by your service technician.
When it comes to problems with emergency generators, water can also be a chief offender. If water accumulates on the outside of a unit, it can cause rust to form, which can lead to corroded wires and impede electrical connections. Similarly, if water reaches the inside of the engine, it can corrode parts and promote bacteria growth, which can clog filters and cause engine damage. This same type of damage can also occur in partially filled tanks, which attract water through condensation.
As a national, one-stop generator maintenance and repair provider, Unified Power staffs a team of highly trained technicians who can deliver emergency services and maintenance plans to keep your facility up and running at all times. We provide planned maintenance and repair services for industrial generators in both standby and critical power applications utilizing diesel, natural gas or propane. Our preventive maintenance services will help your facility avoid unplanned downtime and costly generator repairs by providing the opportunity to catch potential issues early on. In addition, these services ensure that you remain compliant with the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 110 code for generator services and testing.
Along with our prompt service responses, we also provide a 24/7 dispatch facility so if you do experience loss of power, we can get your system up and running as soon as possible, preventing loss of productivity and revenue. Along with generator repair, we also offer retrofit and upgrade services to replace or upgrade either the entire unit or individual components. No matter what type or brand of generator you have at your facility, Unified Power is prepared to handle all your power requirements through our monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual service plans. Request a quote today!
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It is really just a special case of T(x) turning x into a T, so the fact that it is not already implemented makes me think that it was probably discussed long ago, and there was some good reason not to do it. (But I cannot think of any such reason myself.)
In compact 2 to 3-minute videos we have compiled the collective knowledge we have gained over thirty years of fixing generators. We have produced over a dozen videos covering three major areas of concern:
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Generators are often used as backup or emergency power supplies. They typically serve as a secondary power source during an outage. Because of their infrequent use, some problems go undetected. And, as generators age, there is greater risk of mechanical failure if the equipment is not serviced regularly.
Insufficient Coolant. Generators are designed to shut down when they become too hot. When a generator has insufficient coolant, it is not prepared to operate for a long time, which could lead to a failure when a facility needs it most.
Fuel Leak. Due to the odor emitted, fuel leaks are usually detectable during regular maintenance. If they are discovered while a generator is running, the problem could be a malfunctioning fuel pump or a broken fuel line.
Oil Leak. Oil leaks are caused by wet stacking, a condition where oil, fuel, and other liquids build up in a generator's exhaust pipes due to carbonized fuel injection tips and faulty crankcase breathers that release too much oil as the generator vents.
Control Setting Errors. Many generators fail to start because controls were left on an incorrect setting after maintenance or testing. If the proper resetting procedure is not followed, a control error could also occur after a fault shutdown.
Fuel Bleed Back. When fuel bleeds back into a generator's fuel tank instead of going to the engine, air in the injection mechanism or faulty check valves could be the cause. In either case, the generator behaves as if it were out of fuel.
Empty Fuel Tank. Stuck fuel gauges or fuel gauges that show faulty levels commonly cause empty fuel tanks. Empty tanks can also result from testing a generator monthly without checking the fuel level.
Unfortunately, a quick fix cannot be guaranteed during an emergency generator inspection. The smartest way to prevent power failures and avoid a catastrophe is scheduling routine maintenance with Prime Power.
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But, the truth is: the most frequent service call for generator failure is battery failure. Those best-in-class controls only monitor voltage and current at the string level. And if you are only looking at the string level, any issues that an individual battery is facing may be masked by the other, more healthy batteries in that string.
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