Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Skid Steer Loaders and Multi-terrain Loaders {0372, 1000, 7000, 753S, 7565} Caterpillar

Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Skid Steer Loaders and Multi-terrain Loaders {0372, 1000, 7000, 753S, 7565}

Usage:

216 4NZ

Multi Terrain Loader: All
Skid Steer Loader: 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:
Manufacturer:		Unit Location:
Note: Review Engine & S.O.S. History and check for Active Service Letters prior to inspection.
Status of the Machine⁽¹⁾
The status recommendation of your SSL/MTL Loader 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
1.3		Perform safety/preparatory inspection
1.4		Download machine fault codes
1.5		Check Product Link
		Is machine equipped with PL?
		Is PL activated?
		Is PL functioning properly?
1.6		Observe engine exhaust colors
1.7		Listen for unusual noises

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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		Track drives (MTL)
2.2		Sprockets (MTL)
2.3		Track tensioner (MTL)
2.4		Idler wheels (front and rear) MTL)
2.5		Idler axles (front and rear) (MTL)
2.6		Bogie wheels (MTL)
2.7		Bogie axles (MTL)
2.8		Rubber tracks (MTL)
2.9		Track drive frame and/or machine frame (MTL/SSL)
2.10		Tires and rims (SSL)
2.11		Chain drives (SSL)
2.12		Drive chain tension (SSL)

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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		Cab exterior
3.2		Cab interior
3.3		Horn and/or backup alarm
3.4		Work lights
3.5		Steps and handrails
3.6		Engine access door
3.7		Radiator and radiator guard tilt mechanisms
3.8		Radiator guard
3.9		Radiator, oil cooler, condenser
3.10		Radiator hoses and oil cooler lines
3.11		Fan guard and fan
3.12		Radiator cap
3.13		Batteries and battery cables
3.14		Air cleaner assembly
3.15		Belts, compressor clutch, and pulleys
3.16		Exhaust manifold
3.17		Turbocharger
3.18		Cylinder head and valve cover
3.19		Engine oil pan
3.20		Fuel priming pump, fuel lines, and fuel injection pump
3.21		Water pump
3.22		Engine wiring harness
3.23		Engine mounts
3.24		Hydrostatic pump and motor compartment (must tilt cab for access)

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

4.0 Implements/Attachments

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Table 5
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
4.1		Area around lift arms
4.2		Lift cylinder
4.3		Tilt cylinders
4.4		Coupler
4.5		Coupler cylinder
4.6		Bucket
4.7		Cutting edges
4.8		Bucket tips and adapters

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

5.0 Site Conditions

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Table 6
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
5.1		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)
5.2		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)
5.3		Haul Road Grade
		NORMAL: Flat
		MONITOR: Mild
		ACTION: Steep
5.4		Haul Road Condition
		NORMAL: Positive Banking, Gradual Turns, Good Erosion Control
		ACTION: Negative Banking, Sharp Turns, Poor Erosion Control
5.5		Humidity
		NORMAL: Below 25%
		MONITOR: 25 to 60%
		ACTION: Above 60%
5.6		Air Quality
		NORMAL: No Dust
		MONITOR: Light Dust
		ACTION: Heavy Dust
5.7		Underfoot Condition
		NORMAL: Dry Flat Surface
		MONITOR: Moderate Grades, Mixture of Muddy / Dry Surfaces
		ACTION: Steep Grades, Muddy, Snow, Ice
5.8		Machine Utilization
		NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours
		ACTION: Above 10 hours
5.9		Equipment Role
		NORMAL: Utility
		MONITOR: Support
		ACTION: Production
5.10		Working Material
		NORMAL: Uncompacted, Low Abrasion
		MONITOR: Moderately Compacted, Moderate Abrasion
		ACTION: High Abrasion, Compacted, Dense
5.11		Maintenance Practices
		NORMAL: Excellent
		MONITOR: Good
		ACTION: Poor
5.12		Primary Industries

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

Performance Inspection

Hydraulic Performance Checks

Cylinder Speed Tests

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Table 7
Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Specification	Actual	Comments
	Lift Cylinder Speed Test
	Full LOWER to Full RAISE
	Full RAISE to Full LOWER
	Full RAISE to Full LOWER (Hydraulic Control in Float Position)
	Tilt Cylinder Speed Test
	Full TILT BACK to Full DUMP
	Full DUMP to Full TILT BACK
	Hydraulic Coupler Speed Test
	Time to Engage Quick Coupler
	Time to Disengage Quick Coupler

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

Cylinder Drift Tests

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Table 8
Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Specification	Actual Maximum Allowable Movement after 1 minute	Comments
	Oil Temperature
	Tilt Cylinder Drift
	Lift Cylinders Drift

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

Tracking of Machine (Drift) Test

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Table 9
Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Specification	Actual Maximum Allowable Drift after 30.5 m (100 ft) of Travel	Comments
	Engine Speed
	Machine Drift

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

Operation of Two Speed Function - Test

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Table 10
Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Yes	No	Comments
	Machine Speed Increases when FAST Mode is Activated
	Machine Speed Decreases when FAST Mode is Deactivated