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Marine generators can be heavy duty, reliable machines, but you still need to take care of them if you want them to last.
If you want to keep a marine generator well maintained, the first thing you need to do is make sure that the marine generator you install is the right size for your particular electricity needs. A generator that is too small may not be able to handle your demands. Conversely, a generator that is taking on too light a load may suffer from performance problems. Calculate your electricity needs carefully before choosing a marine generator for your vessel.
One of the best ways to keep a marine generator in good working condition is to start and run it periodically. Running a marine generator can help keep moving parts well lubricated and ready to perform their functions.
When using your marine generator, it is important to allow for warm up time before turning on any large appliances that it is responsible for running. Making sure to allow your marine generator to run for about two minutes before turning on big electricity users like air conditioners is an excellent way to maximize your generator’s engine life.
Keeping a marine generator in good working condition requires regular inspections and basic maintenance. A marine generator’s exhaust wet elbow should be inspected annually. It’s seawater pump should also be inspected and changed annually. If your generator is not used regularly, you should have the oil and filter changed twice a year. If your marine generator has zincs, they should be inspected every 90 days. These are all important aspects of basic generator maintenance.
When you take your vessel out, make sure that you have spare oil, coolant, and fuel filters, as well as at least one spare belt and one spare oil filter. This way, you will be prepared for any generator-related eventualities.
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