How to Keep Your Generator Running in Winter?

What to Do to Retain the Generator's Performance During Winter?

• Good fuel management: The quality of the fuel can degrade over time especially if they are stored for a long duration. At the time of winter, a big chance is there that they would be frozen. Eventually, that won't be helpful to turn on the generator at once when it's required. The obstruction in the flow of the fuel will also cause fluctuation in the power supply and even can cause damage. To the worst, the device will not work. Fuel management is necessary to avoid such conditions. The task includes quality storage, checking the fuel regularly, using winter-grade fuels, etc.
• Changing oil on time: With a decrease in the temperature the engine oil tends to thicken whereas fresh oil doesn't. Old oil loses the property of lubrication. It reduces the oil's friction tendency to the lowest level. The risk of wear and tear remains as long as the old oil exists for the use of the generator. On the other hand, new oil and its property of lubrication prevents that. Another con of the old oil is that it contains byproducts that hamper the generator's performance. So, for a longer lifespan with consistent performance, changing the oil is crucial.
• Taking care of the battery: Low temperature causes a decline in the chemical reactions in the battery of the generator. Thus, the generation of electricity faces obstruction. In such cases, it won't be a surprise to find the generator not workable when it's actually needed. Even after the battery starts working the performance doesn't meet the requirement. The higher power demand vs. lower capacity increases the power drain. Lack of battery maintenance also can reduce the lifespan of the battery. This is why the battery requires maintenance.
• Keeping the area clean: Like other electrical devices, a generator requires its surrounding area to be clean. That manages good ventilation and also doesn't let the device get overheated. Cleanliness also halts the build-up of ice and snow which can block the vents. Later the melted snow can become the reason for electrical hazards by the puddles from it. Cleaning manages good accessibility and keeps the flammable elements like dry leaves away from the generator. So, fire incidents can be avoided.
• Regular Check: For the fulfillment of the maintenance practices above regular inspection is mandatory. Because of that the existing defects can be pinpointed and necessary steps can be taken accordingly. That leaves the owner confident and satisfied with the ultimate service experience by the generator.

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