Maintenance of crawler loader

2024/09/23 16:29

Crawler loaders are widely used in harsh environments such as construction sites and mining because of their strong traction and terrain adaptability. Maintenance and maintenance is the key to ensure continuous and efficient operation and extended service life. The following are the basic steps of caterpillar loader maintenance:

1. Daily check-ups

Track inspection: Check track tension and wear daily to ensure there are no cracks or excessive wear, and adjust the track to the appropriate tightness.


Structural parts: Check whether the body structure, connecting pins and bushings are loose or damaged, and tighten or replace them in time.


Oil level: Check the level of engine oil, transmission oil, hydraulic oil and coolant, and replace or replace it as needed.


2. Clean and maintain

Fuselage cleaning: regularly clean the fuselage, especially the radiator, engine room and other parts to avoid dust accumulation affecting heat dissipation.


Filter replacement: Replace the air filter, fuel filter and hydraulic oil filter according to the manufacturer'srecommended cycle to reduce the damage of impurities to the system.


3. Lubrication maintenance

Lubrication points: Lubricate rotating parts, hinged points and bearings regularly, following the lubrication charts and recommended lubricants in the equipment manual.


4. Drive system

Track drive: Check the wear of the drive wheel, guide wheel, support wheel and track roller, adjust or replace the damaged parts.


Tensioning device: Ensure that the track tensioning device is functioning properly and adjusted to the manufacturer's recommended tensioning degree.


5. Electrical system

Wires and plugs: Check electrical wiring for wear or exposure and make sure plugs are tightly connected.


Battery: Periodically check the battery power and electrolyte level, and clean the terminals to avoid corrosion.


Following the above maintenance process can significantly improve the work efficiency and service life of the crawler loader. Be sure to refer to your device's owner's manual, as specific maintenance requirements may vary by brand and model.


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