01429 264 097There are a number of reasons why your generator might be broken or not functioning as efficiently as it should be. Wherever your generator comes from problems can occur, so it’s important to establish what the problem is before it can be fixed.
Bellwood Generators are dependable, long-lasting and manufactured with our customers satisfaction ans safety in mind. With that said however, not all generators are built as efficiently so faults can present themselves.
Top 5 Generator Faults
In no particular order, we have listed the top 5 problems with generators so that you can better your knowledge.
Battery
Similar to that of your car, your generator needs to have a good battery life to ensure it has an electrical charge. If the battery is faulty or connections aren’t as they should be, it’s highly likely that the generator won’t turn over properly.
It’s important to test your battery levels and replace date units when they are beyond their shelf life.
Fuel
It’s easy to overlook the fuel levels when dealing with generator faults. Check the fuel levels to ensure it continues to operate without any problems. Never let the fuel run dry and your generator will continue to function as it should do. Fuel management is a great way of ensuring this doesn’t happen. You can find out more about the types of fuel generators here.
Not set to auto
If your generator is not set to auto then it won’t know to switch on when there is a power outage. Check to see if your backup generator has an auto button and if it’s switched off, switch it on.
Low coolant levels
When hiring a generator you shouldn’t encounter this problem. Suppliers will usually check the coolant levels before distribution, although we are sure not everywhere will do this.
If your generator becomes to hot then it may shut down. This is often because there is a lack of coolant in the system. If you find that your generator starts up OK but shuts down after while, this may indicate there is a problem with the coolant levels.
Fluid leaks
Fuel, coolant or oil leaks are a common problem we often see when asked to repair generators. If you find that your have to keep topping the levels up then this might indicate that there is a leak somewhere. A qualified generator engineer will be able to assess the damage and put the right fixes in place to ensure no more fuel goes to waste.
Why Bellwood Rewinds?
Established over 20 years ago Bellwood Rewinds have been the first port of call when it comes to generators. With rapid response to all generator problems we can visit your location, assess your generator and repair it in a good time to suit your business. Our team can carry out onsite servicing and repairs of your generator and offer service contracts for the lifetime of your generator, we also carry many spares. At Bellwood Rewinds we regularly audit our processes and paperwork to ensure the best experience for our clients. If you are unsure about the size of machine you require or just need some friendly advice, please get in touch. We provide a range of generator services including new and used generators.
