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Standby Generator Monthly Run Test 10 Minute

by Carrie Sear, from the Community

Perform a consistent 10 minute monthly run of your standby generator and document results with this checklist. Record site, date, and start and finish times, then complete a visual inspection covering fuel, oil and coolant levels, leaks, battery condition and voltage, cleanliness inside and out, rubber hoses and belts, engine heater operation and air filter status. Remove water or debris as needed and capture comments for follow up. PPE required includes ear defenders, eye protection and gloves.

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This residential standby generator maintenance and testing checklist helps ensure backup power systems remain reliable and safe. Record manufacturer details, model, voltage and kW ratings, and breaker specifications. Perform exterior and interior inspections, check error codes, update firmware, and verify intake and exhaust are clear. Assess battery condition and oil level, then service with oil and filter changes as required. Inspect coolant and radiator for leaks, confirm heater operation on liquid-cooled units, and replace air and fuel filters plus spark plugs as needed. Verify grounding, wiring, and working clearances. Conduct operational tests: manual start, simulate an outage to transfer to generator power for at least 10 minutes, then restore utility. Document voltage, frequency, and load currents, note findings and recommendations, and capture an engineer or operator signature to validate the test.

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