Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Road Reclaimers and Soil Stabilizers {0372, 1000, 7000, 753S, 7565} Caterpillar

Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Road Reclaimers and Soil Stabilizers {0372, 1000, 7000, 753S, 7565}

Usage:

Road Reclaimer/Soil Stabilizer: All

Introduction

Inspections are the most basic form of condition monitoring. They are easy to do and surprisingly effective at helping you spot equipment health issues. Proactive monitoring and analysis of equipment information will allow Dealers to intervene before problems occur.

Note: Before adjusting product settings to comply with listed baseline TA1 values, consult SIS for the latest specification values.

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Table 1
Serial Number:	Inspector:	Temperature:
Model:	Work Order:	Time:
Engine S/N:	SMU:	Date:
Manufacture:		Unit Location:
Note: Review Machine & S.O.S. History and check for Active Service Letters prior to inspection.
Status of the Machine⁽¹⁾
The status recommendation of your Road Reclaimer / Soil Stabilizer is:

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, D = Down Machine, M = Monitor/Needs Attention

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Visual Inspection

1.0 Prepare Machine Inspection

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Table 2
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description		Comments
1.1		Check with customer for operator complaints
1.2		Prepare the machine for the inspection
			Make sure no one is underneath the machine, around the machine, or on the machine. Be sure the area is free of personnel.
			Walk around the machine and inspect underneath the machine for visible signs of fluid leaks.
			Check the engine oil, hydraulic oil, rotor bearing oil, rotor transmission oil, and coolant levels. If necessary, add oil or coolant to reach minimum level for each system before operating machine.
1.3		Perform safety/preparatory inspection
			Park the machine on a level surface in the recommended service position.
			Move the propel lever to the neutral position. Place all controls in the neutral position. Engage the parking brake.
			Lower the rotor and the hood until the rotor rests on the ground.
			Stop the engine. Turn the key start switch to the OFF position, remove the key. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position. Tag the machine out for safety.
1.4		Download machine fault codes
1.5		Check Product Link
			Is machine equipped with Product Link?
			Is Product Link activated?
			Is Product Link functioning properly?
1.6		Observe engine exhaust colors
			White Smoke after initial startup could indicate coolant in engine cylinder
			Blue Smoke during startup indicate oil in engine cylinder
			Black Smoke during startup may indicate plugged air filter
			Continuous Black Smoke indicated improper air/fuel mixture
			Continuous Gray Smoke indicate fuel timing problem
1.7		Listen for unusual noises (hydraulic pumps, motors, engine, and rotor transmission)

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

2.0 Lower-Level Inspection

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Table 3
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
2.1		Tires and rims
2.2		Final drives and wheel spindles (Front & Rear)
2.3		Propel Motors (Front & Rear)
2.4		Front steering cylinders, tie rods & linkages
2.5		Hood tilt & brake release pump & electric motor
2.6		Bottom guards
2.7		Main machine frame

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

3.0 Middle-Level Inspection

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Table 4
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
3.1		Steps and handrails
3.2		Work light/hazard lights
3.3		Oscillating & steering bar
3.4		Rear steering cylinders, tie rods & linkages
3.5		Battery and battery cables
3.6		Hood and hood tilt cylinder
3.7		Radiator, oil cooler, condenser, and aftercooler
3.8		Cooling fan, fan guard, and shroud
3.9		Oil cooler and condenser lines
3.10		Lower radiator and oil cooler hoses
3.11		Upper radiator, air inlet, oil cooler, and aftercooler lines
3.12		Engine wiring harness
3.13		Fuel pump, priming pump & fuel lines
3.14		Fan pump
3.15		Alternator and air conditioning compressor
3.16		Belts and pulleys
3.17		Cylinder head and valve cover
3.18		Water pump
3.19		Turbocharger
3.20		Exhaust manifold
3.21		Engine oil pan
3.22		Engine mounts

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

4.0 Upper-Level Inspection

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Table 5
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
4.1		Pre-cleaner and air cleaner
4.2		Radiator cap
4.3		Cab slide cylinder and cab slide
4.4		Cab mounts
4.5		Steering metering pump
4.6		Cab exterior
4.7		Cab interior
4.8		Seat
4.9		Instruments and gauges (Front & Side Consoles)
4.10		Platform and platform access doors
4.11		Propel Pump & Auxiliary Pump and Pump Compartment
4.12		Auxiliary manifold control valves (Front & Rear)
4.13		ROPS
4.14		Hydraulic Tank

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

5.0 Implement/Attachment Inspection

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Table 6
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
5.1		Rotor transmission (Input Shaft, Transmission Case, and Planetary)
5.2		Torque limiting coupling / shear disc
5.3		Rotor drive planetary
5.4		Rotor lift cylinder
5.5		Mixing chamber rear door cylinder
5.6		Mixing chamber front door cylinder
5.7		Mixing chamber linkage suspension bar
5.8		Suspension Bar / Mixing Chamber Linkage Rubber Spring
5.9		Rotor
5.10		Rotor cutter bits
5.11		Rotor cutter side bits
5.12		Emulsion or water system strainer assembly
5.13		Emulsion or water spray bar and nozzles
5.14		Emulsion or water spray bar cylinder
5.15		Emulsion or water spray pump
5.16		Rotor tilt cylinder

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

6.0 Site Conditions

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Table 7
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
6.1		Ambient Temperature
		NORMAL: −18 to 32°C (0 to 90°F)
		MONITOR: 32 to 46°C (90 to 115°F) or −18° to -29°C (0 to -20°F)
		ACTION: Above 46° C (115° F) or Below −29° C (−20° F)
6.2		Altitude
		NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft)
		MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10000 ft)
		ACTION: Above 3048 m (10000 ft)
6.3		Humidity
		NORMAL: Below 25%
		MONITOR: 25 to 60%
		ACTION: Above 60%
6.4		Air Quality
		NORMAL: No Dust
		MONITOR: Light Dust
		ACTION: Heavy Dust
6.5		Underfoot Condition
		NORMAL: Dry Flat Surface
		MONITOR: Moderate Grades, Mixture of Muddy / Dry Surfaces
		ACTION: Steep Grades, Muddy, Snow, Ice
6.6		Machine Utilization
		NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours
		ACTION: Above 10 hours
6.7		Equipment Role
		NORMAL: Utility
		MONITOR: Support
		ACTION: Production
6.8		Working Material
		NORMAL: Uncompacted, Low Abrasion
		MONITOR: Moderately Compacted, Moderate Abrasion
		ACTION: High Abrasion, Compacted, Dense
6.9		Maintenance Practices
		NORMAL: Excellent
		MONITOR: Good
		ACTION: Poor
6.10		Primary Industries