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Planned generator maintenance

EMPS maintains standby generators for homes, businesses and industrial facilities across Gauteng. Planned maintenance combines routine servicing, condition inspections and operational checks to identify deterioration before the next power interruption.

A maintenance schedule for your generator

Maintenance intervals depend on the manufacturer's requirements, running hours, time since the last service and operating conditions. A standby generator still needs attention when it runs infrequently: batteries deteriorate, fluids age and leaks or corrosion can develop between outages.

Mechanical and electrical condition checks

Checks cover relevant engine fluids, filters, belts, hoses, leaks, cooling components, starting batteries, battery charging and visible electrical connections. Controller alarms and operating history help identify additional work. Inspection and testing are carried out with the appropriate isolation and safety controls.

Operational checks and maintenance records

Starting the engine is only part of a maintenance check. Where included in the agreed work, checks also cover output voltage and frequency, operating indications and automatic-start functions. Service records should identify work completed, faults found and any recommended follow-up.

Plan work around your operating hours

Tell us which equipment relies on the generator and when it can be taken out of service. We agree the work, access requirements and any required power interruptions before the visit. Repairs and replacement components outside the maintenance agreement are quoted separately.

Generator maintenance contracts

A maintenance agreement sets out the equipment covered, service intervals, inspection tasks and reporting requirements. It should also specify how call-outs, consumables, replacement parts and load testing are handled. Contact EMPS to discuss an agreement for your generator and operating requirements.

What to expect

Information for a maintenance enquiry

The checks and work required depend on the generator model, its condition and the installation. We agree the work with you before proceeding.

  • Site location and access contact
  • Generator make, model, capacity and running hours
  • Last service date and available maintenance records
  • Known faults, leaks or controller alarms
  • Critical equipment supplied by the generator
  • Preferred service window and shutdown restrictions
Project photographs

Project photographs

Photographs for this service will be added when suitable EMPS project images are available.

Service questions

Frequently asked questions

How often should a generator be maintained?

Follow the manufacturer's running-hour and calendar intervals, whichever comes first. Frequent operation, dust, heat or other demanding conditions may require additional inspections. We review the equipment and operating history when recommending a schedule.

What is the difference between maintenance and servicing?

Servicing covers scheduled tasks such as oil and filter changes. Maintenance is broader: it includes inspections, operational checks, defect reporting and planning corrective work. A maintenance visit can include a service when it is due.

Are replacement parts included in a maintenance contract?

The agreement specifies which consumables and tasks are included. Repairs, additional parts and specialist tests should be identified and approved before work proceeds.

Need help with generator maintenance?

Send your location, generator details and service requirements to request a quotation.