Emergency Generator Test & Inspection Checklist

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This Template was installed 4 times.

Pre-Test Inspection

1 of 6

Initial assessment of the generator and surrounding area prior to testing.

Date of Inspection

Time of Inspection

Generator Model Number

Generator Serial Number

Fuel Level (Gallons/Liters)

Visual Inspection of Enclosure

Check for Obvious Damage or Leaks

Comments on Pre-Test Conditions (e.g., environmental factors, prior issues)

Start-Up and Run Test

2 of 6

Verification of the generator's ability to start and run under load.

Test Start Time

Ambient Temperature (°C)

Generator Voltage (Initial)

Generator Frequency (Initial)

Start Attempt Success (First Attempt)

Time to Startup (Seconds)

Generator Load (kW)

Generator Voltage (During Run)

Generator Frequency (During Run)

Observations During Run

Load Bank Testing (If Applicable)

3 of 6

Assessment of generator performance under a simulated load, performed with a load bank.

Load Bank Voltage (V)

Load Bank Current (A)

Generator Voltage (V) at Load

Generator Frequency (Hz) at Load

Load Bank Power Output (kW)

Voltage Dip During Load Application

Observations during Load Bank Test

Load Acceptance

Safety Systems & Monitoring

4 of 6

Verification of safety devices and monitoring systems functionality.

Generator Enclosure Inspection - Secure?

Exhaust System Integrity?

Exhaust Temperature (During Run)

Low Oil Level Shutdown Function Test

High Coolant Temperature Shutdown Function Test

Over-Speed Protection Test

Notes on Safety System Performance/Observations

Post-Test Inspection

5 of 6

Final assessment and checks following the test procedure.

Generator Runtime (Hours)

Cooling System Temperature (Degrees)

Oil Pressure (PSI)

Overall Condition

Any Abnormal Noises or Vibrations Observed?

Notes/Comments on Post-Test Condition

Next Scheduled Test Date

Inspector Signature

Documentation & Record Keeping

6 of 6

Ensuring proper documentation of test results, maintenance performed, and any issues found.

Date of Inspection/Test

Start Time of Test

End Time of Test

Generator Run Time (Hours)

Test Results Summary

Observations/Comments

Load Bank Data/Graphs (if applicable)

Overall Status

Next Scheduled Test Date

Inspector Signature

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