Focus On System Failure

Among the most common causes of failure in generator and UPS distribution systems are these:

incomplete system commissioning that fails to identify installation or control-logic errors
equipment not returned to proper operational state after testing, maintenance or alarms
generator failure to start, due to old, discharged or poorly maintained batteries
battery charger breaker turned off
low fluid levels or fluid leaks
exhaust system failure due to wet stacking, or running generators under low load that causes the accumulation of carbon particles, unburned fuel, oil and condensed water in the exhaust system
insufficient reserve of fuel or deteriorating fuel quality
operational failure of ventilation louvers.