TA-1 Visual Inspection for Generator Set

SMCS - Job Code - 540 Component Code - 753S

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Model : Work Order : Time :
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Note: Review Equipment & S·O·S History and check for Active Service Letters prior to inspection.

Status of the Generator Set

Normal
The status recommendation of your Generator Set is:
 Visual Inspection for Generator Set
Status assessment ü– Normal M – Monitor A – Action Blank – Not Applicable

1. Prepare Generator Set Inspection

# Status Description Comments
1.1 Prepare the Generator Set for the inspection

1.2 Perform walk-around Inspection

1.3 Download fault codes

1.4 Observe engine exhaust colors

1.5 Listen for unusual noises (engine & driven equipment)

1.6

1.7

1.8

Item No. Additional Comment

 2. Lower-Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
2.1 Mounts, Isolators, supports & Rails

2.2 Engine Oil Pan

2.3 Crankshaft Vibration Damper

2.4 Alternator, Pulleys, Belts & Tensioner

2.5 Water Pump(s)

2.6 Oil Filters, Filter Bases, Cooler & Lines

2.7 Fuel Filters, Fuel Lines, Pumps & Filter Bases

2.8 Engine Block

2.9 Engine Oil Level - check

2.10 Starter Motor(s)

2.11 Jacket Water Heater

2.12 Inspect Battery Cables and Battery Connections

2.13 Engine/Driven Equipment Coupling

2.14 Fuel Day Tank

2.15 Fuel Water Separator - Check

2.16 Prelube Pump

2.17 Speed Sensor(s)

2.18

2.19

2.20

Item No. Additional Comment

 3. Upper Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
3.1 Air Cleaner(s) & Pre-cleaner(s)

3.2 Air Cleaner(s) Service Indicator

3.3 Turbocharger(s)

3.4 Intake Manifold, Aftercooler, JWAC/SCAC air cooler

3.5 Exhaust Manifold(s)

3.6 Flexible Exhaust Coupling

3.7 Cylinder Head(s) & Valve Cover(s)

3.8 Cylinder Head Grounding Stud

3.9 Cooling Fan, Fan Guard & Shroud

Upper & Lower Radiator Lines, Boost Air Lines &
3.10
Aftercooler Lines
3.11 Radiator Core - Check for Debris

3.12 Fuel Cooler Core - Check for Debris

3.13 Coolant Level - Check

3.14 Radiator Cap

3.15

3.16

3.17

Item No. Additional Comment

 4. Generator Inspection
# Status Description Comments
4.1 Generator

4.2 Generator Set Vibration Isolators

4.3 Generator Coupling Guard

4.4 Generator Coupling

4.5 Generator Leads

4.6

4.7

4.8

Item No. Additional Comment

6. Site Conditions
# Status Description
5.1 Ambient Temperature

NORMAL: -18° to 32°C (0° to 90°F)

MONITOR: 32° to 46°C or -18° to -29°C (90° to 115°F or 0° to -20°F)

ACTION: Above 46°C or Below -29°C
(Above 115° or Below -20°F)
5.2 Altitude

NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft)

MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10,000 ft)

ACTION: Above 3048 m (Above 10,000 ft)

5.3 Haul Road Grade

NORMAL: Flat

MONITOR: Mild

ACTION: Steep

5.4 Haul Road Condition

NORMAL: Positive Banking, Gradual Turns, Good Erosion Control

ACTION: Negative Banking, Sharp Turns, Poor Erosion Control

5.5 Humidity
 NORMAL: Below 25%

MONITOR: 25 to 60%

ACTION: Above 60%

5.6 Air Quality

NORMAL: No Dust

MONITOR: Light Dust

ACTION: Heavy Dust

5.7 Underfoot Condition

NORMAL: Dry Flat Surface

MONITOR: Moderate Grades, Mixture of Muddy / Dry Surfaces

ACTION: Steep Grades, Muddy, Snow, Ice

5.8 Machine Utilization

NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours

ACTION: Above 10 hours

5.9 Equipment Role

NORMAL: Utility

MONITOR: Support

ACTION: Production

5.10 Working Material

NORMAL: Uncompacted, Low Abrasion

MONITOR: Moderately Compacted, Moderate Abrasion

ACTION: High Abrasion, Compacted, Dense

5.11 Maintenance Practices

NORMAL: Excellent

MONITOR: Good

ACTION: Poor

5.12 Primary Industries

5.13

5.14

5.15

Item No. Additional Comments

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