During your operator training you should review a walk around procedure that is completed first thing in the morning and when the operator is done at night. A walk around should reduce expensive down time.
What to check for:
Fluid levels
Leaks
Worn metal items
Play in linkage and coupler
Engine smoke analysis
Any over heating or alarms should be reported to the shop.
Also sounds that could be signs of major component wear.
Good morning. If you get a chance during this crazy time take a walk around your yard to look for underutilized assets. When you get a slower period it is good to reorganize for the next busy period.
Happy Easter. Take a minute this spring to walk your yard. Those older buckets and attachments sitting for years in your yard have value for the company looking for a good used one. Turn sitting inve
Good morning. Now is a good time to check your hydraulic hammer before it goes out to work. Check the upper and lower bushings for wear. Also check for seal leaks. Thirdly check your tool inventory.