Diesel Generator Maintenance - DHY6000 / DHY8000

The DHY6000 / 8000 series of diesel generators are built to last and provide reliable standby power to your premises. As with any machinery this can only be achieved if your diesel generator receives the correct maintenance. You should closely follow the instructions on the table below to maintain performance and improve longevity of your generator.

You can find a downloadable PDF diesel generator maintenance checklist here which you can print out and use with your diesel generator.

You should ensure that you carry out the essential checks every day when using your DHY6000 / 8000 diesel generators, which includes:

1. Checking and refilling the diesel
2. Changing the engine oil
3. Checking and re-filling the engine oil
4. Checking for oil leakage
5. Check and tighten fastening parts

All other diesel generator maintenance should be performed at 20, 100, 500 or 1000 hour intervals. Refer to the table below for specifics.

All work/s should be carried out by a competent person – if you need technical advice contact Genpower Ltd
Item	Daily	First month or 20 hours	Every 100 hours	Every 500 hours	Every year or 1000 hours
Check and refill with diesel	Yes
Check and refill with engine oil	Yes
Check for oil leakage	Yes
Check and tighten fastening parts	Yes
Check and tighten head bolts				Yes
Replace engine oil		Yes First oil change	Yes
Clean engine oil filter			Yes
Replace engine oil filter				Yes
Replace air filter				Yes
Replace fuel filter				Yes
Check Fuel injection pump					Yes
Check injector nozzle					Yes
Check fuel pipes					Yes
Adjust clearance of intake and exhaust valves		Yes – First time			Yes
Grind intake/exhaust valves					Yes
Replace piston rings					Yes
Check battery condition			Yes
Check carbon brushes and slip rings				Yes