As the cooler months approach in Alabama and Tennessee, it’s time to think about preparing for potential winter power outages. Just like you’d never skip routine maintenance on your car before a long road trip, keeping your generator in top shape is essential for reliable backup power.
That is why we recommend your being on one of our maintenance plans that cover the following:
1. **Oil Change: The Lifeblood of Your Generator**
Just like your car’s engine needs fresh oil to run smoothly, your generator’s oil should be changed regularly. After the first 25 hours of use, and every 50 hours after that, swap it out to prevent wear and tear. Keeping extra oil on hand is like having that spare quart in the garage—smart and prepared!
2. **Oil Filter: Your Generator’s Engine Shield**
Your car’s oil filter traps dirt and debris, and so does your generator’s. Regularly inspect and replace the oil filter to keep everything running smoothly under the hood—whether it’s your car or your generator.
4. **Check the Battery—Both for Your Car and Generator**
If your generator has an auto-start feature, make sure the battery water levels are topped up. Just like a weak car battery can leave you stranded, neglecting your generator’s battery can leave you without power when you need it most.
3. **Start / Exercise Your Generator Like You Do Your Engine**
A car that sits idle for too long doesn’t perform well, and the same goes for your generator. Running it weekly helps keep the engine parts lubricated, ensuring smooth performance when it counts. This is why your Generac generator automatically starts weekly to ensure reliability.
5. **Ventilation is Key**
Never stack items around your generator. When moving or blowing leaves and grass clippings, be sure to blow them away from the generator. Make sure that all grass and leaves are removed from the area around your generator. The area needs to remain clean from all debris.
Maintaining your generator is as important as keeping your car in good shape. A little attention now will ensure you’re ready for whatever winter throws your way.
Need expert help? Contact Current Electrical Generator Services for generator maintenance and repair, or to find the perfect generator to keep your home powered.
Call us today at (855) 880-1880—your trusted source for “generators near me” in
Alabama and Tennessee!
Riley Phillips
Service Department Manager
256-880-1880
GenSuperstore.com
