JCB Generator G20

Safety decals in good condition

Emergency stop switches operational

Earth Leakage RCD and MCB(1) operational

Change external cartridge dry type air filter

Radiator heat-exchange surface checked

Alternator belt tension checked

Notice: Do not exceed the correct level of engine oil in the sump. If there is too much engine oil, the excess must be drained to the correct level. An excess of engine oil could cause the engine speed to increase rapidly without control.

WARNING Hot oil and engine components can burn you. Make sure the engine is cool before doing this job.

Used engine crankcase lubricants contain harmful contaminants. In laboratory tests it was shown that used engine oils can cause skin cancer.

CAUTION It is illegal to pollute drains, sewers or the ground. Clean up all spilt fluids and/or lubricants.

Used fluids and/or lubricants, filters and contaminated materials must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Use authorised waste disposal sites.

Remove the engine oil drain plug. Drain the oil in to a suitable container.

Loosen the alternator mount bolts. Do not remove them.

Pull the alternator outwards as shown to tension the belt.

Hold the alternator in position and tighten the mount bolts.

Tighten the alternator mount bolts to correct torque value.

Check the belt tension, if necessary repeat the steps from 1 to 4.

External Power Socket Box condition

Bus bar cover safety switch operation

Alternator and engine mounting bolts tightness

Machine earth connections condition

Engine and controller harness condition and connections

Get access to the engine compartment

Unscrew and remove the filter element

Fit a new element. Lubricate the gasket of the new cartridge. Do not fill the new cartridge with fuel

Sign off on the fuel filter replacement