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A simple maintenance checklist for standby generators
By Rokon
August 28, 2026
1 min read
A standby generator spends most of its life idle, which is exactly when problems build up unnoticed. A short routine of regular checks makes it far more likely to start and run when the mains fails.
Regular checks
- Run the set on load at regular intervals, not just idle
- Check oil, coolant and fuel levels, and look for leaks
- Keep the battery charged and the terminals clean
- Test the changeover panel and the alarms
Fuel matters
Diesel left in a tank for a long time can collect water and sediment. Keep the tank clean, use fuel that is in date and have the fuel checked as part of each service.
A generator is only as ready as its last test.
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