Use and Care Manual

Maintenance
18 EcoGen Automatic Standby Generator Owner’s Manual
NOTE: See section 4.5 for daily maintenance (If running continuously).
4.4 — Remove From Service
To ensure safety, follow the steps below prior to inspection, maintenance or service.
1. Unlock left and right side locks. Open lid.
NOTE: For best results, press down on lid directly above each side lock, and while holding the lid down, use
key to unlock latches.
2. Press OFF on the control pad. A red LED illuminates to confirm that the system is in the OFF mode.
3. Move the Generator Disconnect Circuit Breaker switch to the OFF (Open) position.
4. If the generator has been running, allow one hour to elapse for unit to cool down and fans to stop running.
5. Pull up rubber flap covering fuse holder and remove 7.5 amp fuse.
6. Remove T1 fuse from transfer switch.
4.5 — Daily Maintenance (If Running Continuously)
NOTE: If provided (LP vapor only), observe fuel gauge to note level in fuel tank.
Table 4-1. Service Maintenance Schedule
Service Weekly
Every Three
Months
Every
Year
Schedule A
Every
Two Years
or 500 Hours
Schedule B
Every
Four Years
or 1000 Hours
Check Enclosure Louvers for
Dirt and Debris

Check AVR and Engine Filter

Check Lines and Connections
for Fuel or Oil Leaks

Check Engine Oil Level

Check Spark Plugs

Check Battery Condition,
Electrolyte Level, and State of
Charge

Replace AVR Filter*

Replace Engine Oil Filter and Oil
in Oil Tank**

Replace Engine Air Filter

Replace Spark Plugs

Adjust Valve Clearance***

Replace Rotor Brushes

Contact the nearest independent Authorized Service Dealer for assistance if necessary.
* Replace AVR filter more frequently if operating in dusty conditions.
** Change engine oil and filter after the first 25 hours of operation. In cold weather conditions (ambient
below 40º F/ 4.4º C), or if unit is operated continuously in hot weather conditions (ambient above 85º F /
29.4º C), change engine oil and filter every year or 100 hours of operation.
*** Check/adjust valve clearance after the first 25 hours of operation.