
At Tower Generator, we understand that a reliable backup generator is crucial for keeping your home safe and your business running smoothly. That's why we offer a comprehensive 81-Point Service Program, designed to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of your generator system.
 
                         
                     Our highly skilled technicians have developed a meticulous process that covers every aspect of your generator's functionality, from top to bottom. With our thorough approach, we leave no stone unturned in identifying potential issues and implementing preventative measures to keep your system running at peak efficiency.

“Just some quick feedback as a new customer. Our first service was great. My wife said [our technician] was very polite and thorough. He also proactively offered to send me information on the shutdown procedure to check the oil level of the generator during an extended outage. This is fantastic information to have.”
Battery Checks
1    Battery Cables Checked
2    Battery Cable Terminals Cleaned and Checked
3    Battery Posts Cleaned and Checked
4    Electrolyte Level Checked and Topped Off
5    Charger Operation Checked
6    Charger Float Voltage Checked and Recorded
7    Battery Load Tested and Recorded
8    Date in Service Recorded
Cooling System Checks
9      Fan Belt Checked
10    Alternator Belt Checked
11    Governor Belt Checked
12    Water Pump Belt Checked
13    Radiator Hoses Checked
14    Heater Hoses Checked
15    Radiator Condition (Internal and External) Checked
16    Water Pump Checked
17    Coolant Level Checked and Topped Off
18    Coolant Protection Checked
19    Louver Operation Checked
20    All Hose Clamps Tightened
Lubrication Checks
21    Oil Level, add if needed
22    Oil Condition Checked
23    Oil Lines Checked
24    Oil Filter Checked
Tune-Up
25    Plugs Checked
26    Points Checked
27    Condenser Checked
28    Distributor Cap Checked
29    Distributor Rotor Checked
30    Plug Wire’s Checked
31    PCV Valve Checked
Exhaust System
32    Piping Checked
33    Muffler Checked
34    Clear Condensate Drain
35    Insulation Check
36    Flex Pipe Check
37    Rain Cap Check
Fuel System
38    Fuel Filter Check
39    Air Filter Check
40    Day Tank Check
41    Fuel Lines Checked
42    Fuel Solenoid Checked
43    Fuel Level Checked and Recorded
General System Checks
44    Electrical Connections Checked
45    Mechanical Connections Checked
Operating Conditions
46    Oil Pressure Recorded
47    Coolant Temperature Recorded
48    Engine Alternator Charging Voltage Recorded
49    AC Output Voltage Checked, Adjusted and Recorded
50    AC Output Frequency Checked, Adjusted and Recorded
51    AC Amps Recorded on Each Phase
Transfer Switch & System Test
52    ATS Indicator Lamps Checked
53    ATS Meters Checked and Adjusted if Needed
54    Exercise Clock Checked
55    Exercise Clock Settings Checked and Recorded
56    Engine Start Time Delay Checked and Recorded
57    Transfer to Emergency Source Checked and Recorded
58    Retransfer to Normal Source Checked and Recorded
59    Engine Cool Down Time Delay Checked and Recorded
Engine Safeties
60    Low Oil Pressure Pre-Alarm Checked
61    Low Oil Pressure Shut Down Checked
62    High Engine Temperature Pre-Alarm Checked
63    High Engine Temperature Shut Down Checked
64    Over Crank Safety Checked
65    Over Speed Safety Checked
 
Maintenance Items
66    Oil Changed
67    Oil Filter Changed
68    Oil Sample Taken if included with contract
69    Fuel Filters Changed
70    Air Filter Changed if Necessary (Replaced additional cost)
71    Spark Plugs Changed
72    Points Changed
73    Condenser Changed
74    Distributor Cap Changed (Replaced additional cost if needed)
75    Distributor Rotor Changed (Replaced additional cost if needed)
76    Lubricate Generator Bearing
77    Lubricate Governor Linkage
78    Lubricate Fan Shaft
79    Lubricate Water Pump Bearing
80    Inspect and Clean Slip Rings and Brushes
81    ALL 65 Checks Listed Under “1X Annual Inspection Service”
 
                         
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