Today, we will share with you some methods and tips on diesel generator maintenance. On average, a diesel generator can be used for 10,000 to 30,000 hours and more. Usually, this is equivalent to about 20-25 years and more of use.
The average life of a diesel generator is much longer than other generator types. One of the reasons is that diesel generators are simpler than other types of machinery. In addition, their rotation speed is much lower than that of gas/petrol generators. Both factors mean that diesel generators produce much less wear and tear than other generators. Therefore, gas and gasoline generators wear out 10 times faster: at most 2,000-3,000 hours of use. In fact, for businesses that do not need to use the generator frequently, if a long-lasting generator for industrial use is needed, then a diesel generator is the best choice.
The life of a generator also depends on how it is used. Here is how the type of use affects the life of the generator. On the other hand, not using the generator fully may damage the generator set faster.
If the generator is left for months at a time between uses, this is usually more likely to break on the machine than overuse. When a diesel generator is used that has been sitting for too long, there is greater friction as the moving parts rub against each other. This means that the machine goes from cold to hot very quickly while in use. Then, it is turned off and cooled down again. In addition to the increased friction, these rapid temperature changes are very hard on the generator. Frequent use also prevents oxidation and prevents the internal fuel from degrading before it is used. In addition, generator problems are often indicated by changes in performance. Therefore, infrequent use also makes it difficult to notice any problems that need to be fixed. That is, if a diesel generator is hardly used, then there is no way to tell if the generator is performing differently than normal. Another form of misuse that shortens the life of a generator is improper power. If a diesel generator is not sized for the job it is doing, it will result in one of the two situations just described. That is, it is either overworked or underworked. A generator that is too small for the job is constantly working as hard as it can, which can quickly wear out its various components. Conversely, an oversized generator that is never run at full capacity often becomes clogged with carbon deposits.
