A Generator set or commonly known as genset is important to ensure no interruption to your business operations in case of a power failure. Therefore, it is important to take good care of your genset so that your can reap its’ maximum benefits. Apart from the usual maintenance, you should also operate your generator set in a proper way to avoid any unnecessary damage and accident.
Here’s 4 tips on how to operate your generator set safely:
1. Never operate your genset in a small room with poor ventilation
A generator set produces high quantity of highly toxic gas which could cause serious health problems or even death. As such, always remember to operate the genset outdoor or in a well-ventilated space to avoid gas poisoning.
2. Do not expose to water
Although, it is common to place your genset outdoor, you should NEVER operate it in rain or any wet conditions as this might lead to danger like electric shock. Even if the genset is dirty, you must never wash it with water.
3. Check oil level regularly
Clean & sufficient oil will ensure your generator set works properly and could extend the engine life, while dirty oil or an insufficient amount of oil could cause engine seizure which could shorten the engine life. Thus, remember to check or change the oil once every 6 months.
4. Use electric cords with proper diameter & length
Electric cord in different sizes could decrease or increase the output power unnecessarily and cause the generator to malfunction. Getting the right electric cord is very important to ensure proper usage of your genset.
While it’s important to take care of your generator set, sometimes a breakdown is inevitable. At Taion, we provide stand-by generator set rental as well as preventive maintenance to your existing set. With over 20 years of experience, we are one of the key industry player in M&E solutions in Malaysia. Our technicians are on 24/7 standby with maximum 90 minutes’ response time. Your business is important to us!
