Engines and generators can save you a lot of frustration and lost time in the event of a power failure. Whether you need large or small engines to perform the daily tasks of your business depends on the size of your operation. Whatever size you need, this is an investment that can rapidly pay for itself, especially if you live in a part of the country that is subject to frequent power outages.
Making the most of engines and generators is the next step after you purchase the DC generators. In most cases, this is a piece of equipment that may only need occasional use. Nevertheless, you want it to function perfectly when you do need it. To get the most from your engines and generators, you should:
1. Keep the engines and generators cleaned regularly.
2. Clear the area surrounding them of any weeds and brush, so the industrial engines can operate efficiently.
3. Store an adequate supply of fuel safely nearby.
Know installation procedures for engines and generators
Because of all the technicalities of installing engines and generators properly, this is a job for a specialist unless you or someone on your staff is a trained electrician. You want to make sure the unit is properly set up and ready for any emergency situation. Once it is set up, make sure the personnel responsible for using it know how the industrial engine operates.
Secure maintenance contracts for your engines and generators
Hire trained professionals to periodically check your equipment. That includes starting the engines and letting them generate electricity to their load capacity. The maintenance contract typically also involves cleaning the units on a regular basis. The service technician should also alert you of any repairs that you need to make.
Hire professionals to monitor your engines and generators
If you have any equipment that needs to operate continuously, you need to seriously consider hiring a monitoring service. They can notify you immediately when there is a problem and, depending on the services they provide, may be able to remotely start your engines and generators.
- If you use diesel to power your industrial generators, make sure you store the fuel in a manner that prevents diesel from gelling up in the winter months.
