How to Care for Your Home Generator

Households all around Pakistan heavily rely on alternate power sources, such as UPS inverters and generators, as a result of the ongoing issues with electrical load-shedding. UPS inverters are maintenance-free, however they typically provide short-term, low-capacity power backups. Therefore, those who have larger households frequently opt to build power generators. They need greater maintenance since they have more mechanical machinery.

Your home generator would function flawlessly if you gave it routine maintenance. In order to assist you, we have included a thorough generator maintenance checklist in this blog, so be sure to read it thoroughly.

 With that said, let's get started without further ado.

A CHECKLIST OF EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO DO TO MAINTAIN YOUR HOME GENERATOR

So get your tools out and get ready to dirty your hands. With these crucial pointers, maintaining a generator at home like an expert would be simple for you.

SERVICING As well as CLEANING

Your generator has to be frequently cleaned and maintained whether you are using it or not. If your generator is not in use, you may schedule a day in your calendar to service it at least twice a year. In the meanwhile, if you use your home generator every day, you should do more frequent cleaning and maintenance. If you want to maintain your generator in working order, don't keep putting off the cleaning and maintenance activities.

OVERALL INSPECTION

Examine the working parts of your home generator carefully as you clean them. Check for any corroded or rusty parts. Replace them right away since they can damage the equipment's ability to work. Don't forget to look for any wiring issues and stuck buttons as well, and solve them immediately. Every time you examine and maintain your home generator, keep a record of it.

 REPAIRING LOOSE PARTS

The generator contains several moving parts, some of which might eventually come free. Anything from gasoline pumps and injectors to wiring and electrical parts might be the cause. You should seek expert advice if you are unsure how to fix any loose, jammed, or frayed parts. It is best to play it safe and not take any chances.

Verify Lubricants

If the manufacturer's instructions are available, attempt to follow them while checking and replacing lubricants. Additionally, how often you check and replace the oil in your home generator depends on how you use it. If you use your generator frequently, you should check and replace the lubricants more frequently; otherwise, once a year should be sufficient.

 IF NECESSARY, REPLACE SPARK PLUGS

One of the most crucial parts of your generator is the spark plug since it aids in power generation. So, while operating and maintaining your generator, be sure to examine it. If you find them in poor shape, you may quickly replace them because they are often fairly inexpensive.

VERIFY THE FUEL AND RELATED PARTS

It is advisable to empty the gasoline from your generator's fuel tank since if it sits there for a long time without being utilised, it might lose its efficacy. Make careful to properly dispose of it and remove any leftover remains. In order to avoid any form of malfunctioning, you should also examine the condition of your generator's fuel pump, injector, and other associated parts.

 SECURELY STORE YOUR GENERATOR

Last but not least, place your home generator in a secure, shaded location, particularly if it is a sizable, stationary one. Avoid exposing your generator to dust and dampness. Additionally, as seen in the image above, generators that are intended for installation

ESSENTIAL TOOLS YOU NEED FOR HOME GENERATOR MAINTENANCE

Keep in mind the following when maintaining a generator at home:

• More spark plugs
• A toolbox containing screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, and other tools
• Supply of Fuel
• Oil and lubricants
• Anti-corrosives
• Generators' weatherproof covers
• Extending cables
• Instructions from the manufacturer

GENERATOR SAFETY ADVICE FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE

Because a power generator has several mechanical elements and generates alternating current (AC), extra caution must be used when using and maintaining it. Look at these safety measures!

 Always choose a well-ventilated space to run or service your generator. It emits exhaust gases that contain carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that is colourless and odourless.

Never touch a generator while it is wet. Wear gloves and wipe off the generator's surface with a cloth before making contact, unless it is absolutely required.

If you intend to instal a home generator system permanently, pick a suitable enclosure or shady location for its installation. In such a situation, using a huge backup generator would be more safer.