Description

Generator load testing
When generator sets are tested it is common that only the motor is started, a load test is not always included. It is a well-known fact that diesel engines that run on low loads will be more unreliable which may inflect the performance when it is really required. These consequences can be avoided if the generator is operated on a load of 40% or more of its rated power. Many users are now fully persuaded, already from the beginning to include a fixed load bank for generator set. The relatively low investment cost is justified by the advantages of regularly being able to test the generator set.

Battery discharge testing
A discharge test through a load bank is easy to carry out and will give unambiguous evidence of the battery’s condition and whether it needs to be replaced.