| Companies, large or small, normally purchase | | | | components need to be checked. If any of the |
| pre-owned or low-hour used generators. Because, | | | | parts are replaced with different brand spares, |
| it is assumed they are cost-effective and tested. | | | | affirmation should be obtained if the same were |
| However, the following tips can ensure right | | | | done by qualified technicians. Check for any |
| purchase after making the choice from single, | | | | welding and undue windings. From a safety point |
| three phase, wattage, voltage, self start, motor | | | | of view, the bearings, bushings, bolts, nuts, etc., |
| starting, etc.: | | | | replacement ensures smooth functioning of the |
| Age | | | | generator. |
| While buying a pre-owned car, the mileage is | | | | Load Test |
| checked from the odometer. The Generators are | | | | A load test helps to measure the efficiency of |
| also motor driven and hence the age and the | | | | the Generator. Based on the response of the |
| usage can be checked. Normally, standby | | | | Generator on the varying loads, its efficiency is |
| generators are less used than the one connected | | | | estimated. The test should check for proper and |
| to the prime power. When the set is not | | | | steady output and frequency. The tests need to |
| supported with such meters, the reputation of | | | | be conduced two or three times to ensure there |
| the seller and their technical expertise is important. | | | | are not power breakdowns. |
| The seller's knowledge can be measured by | | | | Selling Party |
| asking the procedures they use - installation and | | | | It is obvious we see generator up for sale in the |
| de-installation, dyno-testing equipments, etc. | | | | classifieds, on eBay, and so forth. But, generators |
| Brand | | | | are complex and finely tuned machinery that |
| The make of the Generator definitely illustrate its | | | | needs tested by certified technicians to ensure |
| performance. A well known brand with specific | | | | optimum efficiency and be there when it is |
| quality certifications ensures safety. Of course, | | | | needed most. Always going with a professional |
| proper maintenance by the user is implied. | | | | organization having years of industry experience is |
| Reputed firms like Cummins, Wartsila, Kohler, | | | | better choice. End-user to end-user transactions |
| Caterpillar and a handful of others are safe bet. | | | | may be avoided if proper assessment techniques |
| Buying from unknown brands is taking a big | | | | are at lapse. |
| chance. | | | | Guarantees and Warranties |
| Physical Inspection | | | | Since the pre-owned generators may not have |
| Like any other machinery, the generators go | | | | longer guarantee and warranty periods as balance, |
| through wear and tear. All the mechanical | | | | at least check for having 30 to 60 days. |