Annual Maintenance Service

Prolonged Outages

Part of storm prep should always include spare oil on hand and checking the hour meter for a baseline of usage.
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If your power has been out for 3-4 days or more, you will need to schedule a maintenance call as part of your warranty coverage.
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If your generator is being operated during a prolonged outage, be sure to check the oil & top up (if needed) using 5W-30 synthetic oil (for Briggs & Stratton home series). Keep an eye on your usage by checking the hour meter (located on the controller). If you exceed 100 hours of use, you will need to schedule a maintenance call to ensure optimal operation.  Maintenance should be done once per year, or every 100 hours (whichever comes first).  
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Maintenance kits can be purchased to have all the basics on hand, contact our after-sales department for details.

General:

• Check the proper operation of exhaust louvers
• Examine flex connector for cracks and stress
• Check exhaust connections and torque if required
• Examine fuel system checking for leaks, line wear, gauge operation
• Check all relays, meters / gauges, fuses, alarms and all electrical connections inside the control panel, genset, ATS & vents
• Check battery terminal, condition (specific gravity) & load test
• Clean batteries & spray posts with battery sealant
• Check for proper operation of battery charger

Engine:

• Change the lube and lube filter
• Change fuel filter(s)
• Check air filter for replacement. (If required an extra)
• Check coolant level, antifreeze strength, change coolant as required and change coolant filter (where applicable)
• Check radiator condition
• Check block heater connection, and operation to ensure efficiency
• Check all hoses, and belts for signs of wear
• Check engine alternator’s charging voltage, and general condition
• Test the starting of the engine
• Check bolts for tightness (torque if necessary)
• Remove lube oil & antifreeze from site

Generator:

• Examine general condition of generator
• Check stator lead connections & connections at the breaker
• Check connections & condition of rotating diodes
• Check for voltage drop and adjust regulator

Transfer Switch:

• Check & tighten all connections, inspect all voltage sensors, timers & relays for failure and contact wear
• Test transfer switch action and condition

Service maintenance plans are available for any Sommers generator system and for all other leading generator brands.
Whether it`s a cottage standby system, or an industrial installation; our service plans will be customized to the specific system you have and how you use it.
Preventative service calls can be planned on an annual, semi, quarterly, or monthly basis.

We offer turnkey and consulting services, maintenance services as well as generator parts and accessories, always bringing you 24/7/365 assistance.
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Your personalized program includes a complete cost quotation for routine service, as well as the expected costing for periodic replacement for key service parts.

Our highly qualified and specialized team is located throughout Ontario & Atlantic Canada and offers a complete portfolio of services.

Annual Maintenance Plan

Sommers service plans make it easy to keep your generator system properly serviced and tuned.

• Engine tune-up and fluid checks
• Generator Inspection and 25 point check
• Transfer Switch and Inspection Test
• Fuel, battery, ventilation system checks

Full Service

Recommended every three years and can include load banking for the ultimate peace of mind.

• Engine tune-up and fluid checks
• Generator Inspection and 25 point check
• Transfer Switch and Inspection Test
• Fuel, battery, ventilation system checks
• Load Banking (optional)