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Product: GENERATOR SET

Model: C18 GENERATOR SET LXK

Configuration: C18 Generator Set LXK00001-UP

Operation and Maintenance Manual

C18 Generator Sets
Media Number -SEBU9035-04 Publication Date -01/09/2015 Date Updated -23/09/2015

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Maintenance Interval Schedule - Prime Power

SMCS - 1000; 4450; 7500

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood
before any operation or any maintenance procedures are performed.

The user is responsible for the performance of maintenance, including all adjustments,
the use of proper lubricants, fluids, filters, and the replacement of components due to
normal wear and aging. Failure to adhere to proper maintenance intervals and
procedures may result in diminished performance of the product and/or accelerated wear
of components.

Use mileage, fuel consumption, service hours, or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS
FIRST, in order to determine the maintenance intervals. Products that operate in severe
operating conditions may require more frequent maintenance.

Note: Before each consecutive interval is performed, all maintenance from the previous
interval must be performed.

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When Required

Battery - Replace
Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect
Circuit Breakers - Reset
Coolant Extender (ELC) - Add
Engine - Clean
Engine Air Cleaner Element (Dual Element) - Inspect/Clean/Replace
Ether Starting Aid Cylinder - Replace
Fuel System - Prime
Generator - Dry
Generator Set - Test
Generator Set Alignment - Check

Daily

Coolant Level - Check

Electrical Connections - Check
Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect
Engine Oil Level - Check
Fuel System Primary Filter/Water Separator - Drain
Generator Load - Check
Jacket Water Heater - Check
Power Factor - Check
Voltage and Frequency - Check
Walk-Around Inspection

Initial 20 to 40 Service Hours

Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace

Every Week

Automatic Start/Stop - Inspect

Battery Charger - Check
Generator - Inspect
Generator Bearing Temperature - Test/Record
Generator Lead (Flat Braided Cable) - Check

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Initial 250 Service Hours

Engine Valve Lash - Check

Engine Valve Rotators - Inspect

Every 250 Service Hours

Coolant Sample (Level 1) - Obtain

Every 250 Service Hours or 6 Months

Battery Electrolyte Level - Check

Engine Oil Sample - Obtain
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace

Every 500 Service Hours or 1 Year

Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace
Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add
Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Engine Protective Devices - Check
Fuel System Primary Filter (Water Separator) Element - Replace
Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace
Grounding Stud - Inspect/Clean/Tighten

Every 2000 Service Hours or 1 Year

Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean

Generator Lead (Round Cable) - Check
Generator Set Vibration - Inspect

Every Year

Coolant Sample (Level 2) - Obtain

Rotating Rectifier - Check

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Every 3000 Service Hours or 3 Years

Alternator - Inspect
Coolant Temperature Regulator - Replace
Crankshaft Vibration Damper - Inspect
Engine Mounts - Inspect
Engine Speed/Timing Sensor - Clean/Inspect
Engine Valve Lash - Check
Engine Valve Rotators - Inspect
Starting Motor - Inspect
Turbocharger - Inspect
Water Pump - Inspect

Every 4000 Service Hours or 2 Years

Coolant (DEAC) - Change

Every 4500 Service Hours

Generator Bearing - Lubricate

Every 12 000 Service Hours or 6 Years

Coolant (ELC) - Change

Every 600 000 L (158 500 US gal) of Fuel

Overhaul (Top End)

Every 1 200 000 L (317 000 US gal) of Fuel

Overhaul (Major)

Overhaul

Overhaul Considerations

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