While investing in a reliable power generator is essential, you have to remember that adequate maintenance is equally vital to ensure your equipment can operate at an optimal level during an emergency. After all, the last thing you want is to discover that your generator is faulty and malfunctioning during a power blackout.
However, some entrepreneurs may be tempted to use non-genuine parts to save costs when they discover a component requires replacing. While this might seem like a good deal initially, it could have long-term ramifications for your equipment.
So, always utilise genuine components ordered straight from the manufacturer and their partners and ensure the maintenance is carried out by an authorised technician. Let us examine in detail why this is essential and how the use of substitute or equivalent parts can be detrimental to your generator’s integrity.
1.Performance And Efficiency
Your backup generator consists of numerous components. Each has its specific uses and specifications to ensure the equipment can provide optimal performance during extreme situations and continue functioning correctly throughout its designated lifespan.
If a part were to malfunction, it would require replacing immediately. By replacing the faulty component with a genuine one, you can rest easy knowing that it can match the original’s performance and efficiency. That is because the part is engineered and rigorously tested to ensure optimal performance set by the manufacturer.
Conversely, while non-genuine parts are attractive from a price point of view, they may not offer the same level of precision. Think about it. There must be a reason why the prices differ significantly. Often, it is because the component comprises inferior materials or is shoddily manufactured, or both. So, while they may fit perfectly, they might not deliver the same efficiency level. Installing them will likely result in decreased engine performance and increased fuel consumption.
Worse, this downgrade in performance could affect the reliability and quality of your power generator in the long term and damage other parts or components. When this happens, you are likely to face an expensive overhaul of your equipment. So, while pinching pennies may reflect well on your company’s finances initially, you could end up spending more to repair your generator later.
2. Quality And Reliability
Since genuine components are manufactured by the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) themselves, you can be assured of their quality and reliability. Not only are they sourced and made of high-grade materials. They must also undergo rigorous testing to ensure they work seamlessly and match the specifications of the generator before they are made available for sale, minimizing the risk of compatibility issues.
3. Warranty Coverage And Protection
The warranty of your generator is another aspect you must consider when replacing any component within with a non-genuine part. In most cases, your warranty will be void if the manufacturer discovers your equipment utilizes substitute parts when conducting a deep dive investigation into the generator failure. Choosing genuine components will ensure you remain protected from any unexpected repair costs during your generator’s warranty period.
Besides, when you utilize genuine parts supplied by the OEM or its partners, you can rest easy knowing that your purchases are protected under warranty. This way, you know you are covered if any defect or failure arises. As long as the warranty remains valid, you do not have to worry about incurring additional repair costs.
4. Safety
Even though your power generator may be operating seamlessly on the surface, it is possible for the substitute parts to cause issues behind the scenes that affect the equipment’s performance. High temperatures, clogs, deformation, and internal damage are some of the common problems stemming from using unauthorized components.
These issues can cause significant damage to your equipment, and in the worst-case scenario, it can compromise the safety of operators and technicians. Besides, the last thing you want is to have your backup generator malfunctioning and incapable of supplying power during a critical situation. Hence, the quality of your replacement parts is especially pivotal. Genuine components from the OEM are manufactured with the most stringent safety standards to ensure the safe operation of the equipment.
Do not let short-term gains cloud your judgment and affect the performance of your power generator. In the long run, the benefits of using genuine components far outweigh any initial savings you may enjoy from using non-genuine, inferior parts.
Through the use of authorized components and proper maintenance carried out by a trained technician, you can ensure your genset continues performing well throughout its designated lifespan and beyond, preventing potentially high repair costs and significant business disruptions.
If you are looking for quality components that meet the highest standards for operation and durability, look no further than Rehlko to meet your maintenance needs.
Daniel Jap
Daniel Jap is a Regional Product Marketing Manager with Rehlko Power Systems and manages the generator product and aftermarket parts portfolio for the Southeast Asia region. With 20 years of experience in the power business, he is instrumental in driving the product strategy and providing power solutions for customers.
