Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Generator Sets {0372, 1000, 7000, 753S, 7565}
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Introduction
Inspections are the most basic form of condition monitoring. They are easy to do and surprisingly effective at helping you spot equipment health issues. Proactive monitoring and analysis of equipment information will allow Dealers to intervene before problems occur.
Note: Before adjusting product settings to comply with listed baseline TA1 values, consult SIS for the latest specification values.
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Serial Number: | Inspector: | Temperature: | |||
Model: | Work Order: | Time: | |||
Engine S/N: | SMU: | Date: | |||
Manufacture: | Unit Location: | ||||
Note: Review Equipment & S.O.S. History and check for Active Service Letters prior to inspection. | |||||
Status of the Generator Set(1) | |||||
The status recommendation of your Generator Set is: |
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(1) | N = Normal, D = Down Generator, M = Monitor/Needs Attention |
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1.0 Prepare Generator Set Inspection
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Sl.No. | Status(1) | 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) |
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(1) | N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
2.0 Lower-Level Inspection
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Sl.No. | Status(1) | 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 Pumps | ||
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 Motors | ||
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 Sensors |
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(1) | N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
3.0 Upper-Level Inspection
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Sl.No. | Status(1) | Description | Comments |
3.1 | Air Cleaners & Pre-cleaners | ||
3.2 | Air Cleaners Service Indicator | ||
3.3 | Turbochargers | ||
3.4 | Intake Manifold, Aftercooler, JWAC/SCAC air cooler | ||
3.5 | Exhaust Manifolds | ||
3.6 | Flexible Exhaust Coupling | ||
3.7 | Cylinder Heads & Valve Covers | ||
3.8 | Cylinder Head Grounding Stud | ||
3.9 | Cooling Fan, Fan Guard & Shroud | ||
3.10 | Upper & Lower Radiator Lines, Boost Air Lines & 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 |
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(1) | N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
4.0 Generator Inspection
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Sl.No. | Status(1) | Description | Comments |
4.1 | Generator | ||
4.2 | Generator Set Vibration Isolators | ||
4.3 | Generator Coupling Guard | ||
4.4 | Generator Coupling | ||
4.5 | Generator Leads |
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(1) | N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
5.0 Site Conditions
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Sl.No. | Status(1) | Description | Comments | |
5.1 | Ambient Temperature | |||
NORMAL: |
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MONITOR: |
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ACTION: Above |
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5.2 | Altitude | |||
NORMAL: |
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MONITOR: |
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ACTION: Above |
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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 |
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