Product Manual

Maintenance

Owner’s Manual for Stationary Diesel Generators 31

turbocharger outlet and radiator shroud. Tighten

clamps.

Check Lubricating Oil Level

1. See Figure 5-10. Remove dipstick (A) and wipe

with a clean cloth.

Figure 5-10. Oil Level Dipstick (3.4L Engine)

2. Completely insert oil dipstick and then remove it.

3. Verify oil level is at or near H(igh) mark (B).

NOTE: Each hash mark or line below H(igh) mark rep-

resents one liter. Add oil whenever oil level is one liter or

more below H(igh) mark.

4. If necessary, remove oil fill cap and slowly add oil

until level is at H(igh) mark. DO NOT OVERFILL.

5. Install oil dipstick and oil fill cap.

6. Inspect oil drain hose for leaks, nicks, cuts, tears,

or general deterioration. Replace as necessary.

Check Battery Condition/Fluid Level

Check Condition and Clean

NOTE: On 2.5L models, remove ten screws to release

louvered air intake panel on left side of enclosure.

Figure 5-11. Battery Cable Connections

1. Verify top of battery is clean and dry. Dirt and elec-

trolyte on top of battery can cause battery to self-

discharge. Clean battery top with a solution of bak-

ing soda (sodium bicarbonate) and water (5 tea-

spoons baking soda per quart or liter of water).

When solution stops bubbling, rinse off battery with

clean water.

2. Clean battery cable clamps and battery terminals

using a wire brush or sandpaper to remove any oxi-

dation.

3. Inspect battery screws, clamps, and cables for

breakage, loose connections, and corrosion.

Tighten and clean as necessary.

4. Inspect battery posts for melting or damage

caused by over tightening.

5. Inspect battery for discoloration, raised top, or a

warped or distorted case, which might indicate bat-

tery has been frozen, overheated, or overcharged.

6. Inspect battery case for cracks or leaks.

7. Check battery fluid level of unsealed batteries. See

Check Fluid Level.

006384

006385

A B