Proper equipment parking involves taking thorough steps to ensure the operator’s safety and the equipment’s function. Temperature, ground condition and engine heat all impact the right protocol for machine parking. By performing the proper equipment parking technique, you can get the most out of your investment.
Experts recommend regular fluid sampling as part of a comprehensive preventive maintenance plan. You can ask your sampling service to take the samples, or you can get them yourself. Many operators and owners complete their own sampling for the sake of convenience. By mastering this simple process, you can enjoy more flexibility with your fluid sampling routine.
As part of their commitment to preventive maintenance, Caterpillar® implements features in many Cat® machines that help with the process. Models like the D Series skid steer loaders come with lights that turn on at recommended service times. This feature will help you get regular preventive maintenance to keep your machine in top condition.
Your Cat machine’s engine has a design built to last. To get the best performance out of your engine, you need to inspect and maintain it regularly. Part of the preventive maintenance process involves regular engine checks. By knowing the different components of your engine, you can take better care of it and determine its condition.
The most important part of equipment operation happens before you get in the machine. Daily walk-around inspections help you control expenses and ensure your safety. By taking the time to inspect your Cat equipment before you use it, you can prevent major breakdowns and safety incidents in the future.
The engineers at Caterpillar® design equipment parts with dependability as their top priority. With regular maintenance, your Cat air filter will provide this reliability for a long time to come. When you take care of your air filter, it will also keep your engine running in top condition.
Count on Caterpillar® for solutions throughout every part of your Cat machine’s lifecycle, including its end. With Cat Certified rebuilds, you can give your equipment a new life at a fraction of the cost of buying new.
On average, the undercarriage makes up 50% of a machine’s owning and operating (O&O) costs. At Caterpillar®, we make undercarriage systems that will minimize your O&O expenses. Their model-specific designs allow our engineers to create solutions that work in harmony with the matching machine. You can maximize these benefits by taking good care of your undercarriage.
Daily walk-arounds are a critical part of your preventive maintenance routine. During this inspection, you should pay careful attention to your equipment’s engine compartment. Use a detailed checklist to examine your machine and its engine component to complete the most thorough walk-around possible.
One of the most important steps of preventive maintenance happens before you even start your equipment. Daily inspection routines help you assess your machine’s condition and catch emerging problems. They also improve security on your job site by ensuring safe operation.
Proper equipment care happens through every step of operation. After you perform a walk-around inspection and start your machine, you need to warm it up for the best results. Every Cat machine has a cooling system that needs time to reach full function. Warming up your equipment will ensure that it stays at the right temperature during your job.
Cat Advanced Display Screen (ADS) technology puts maximum equipment control at your fingertips. This interface shows vital information about your machine and lets you manage multiple features. With ADS, you can customize your fleet operations to suit each operator’s experience level and job. ADS also gives you the power to change your equipment’s advanced settings.
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