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

Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Soil Compactors {0372, 1000, 7000, 753S, 7565}

Usage:

815 15R

Soil Compactor: 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 Soil Compactor 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 (hydraulic pumps, engine, transmission, and axles)

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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		Wheels
2.2		Wheel tamping tips
2.3		Striker bars
2.4		Cleaner bars support bearing
2.5		Cleaner bars and cleaner bar tips
2.6		Final drives
2.7		Wheel spindles
2.8		Front and rear differentials
2.9		Rear oscillating axle
2.10		Front, center, and rear drive shafts
2.11		Drive shaft carrier bearing
2.12		Parking brake
2.13		Torque converter, transmission, and transfer gear box compartment
2.14		Hydraulic pump compartment
2.15		Upper and lower articulation bearings
2.16		Front frame and rear 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		Cab mounts
3.4		ROPS
3.5		Main control valve
3.6		Steering cylinders
3.7		Radiator, oil cooler, condenser, and aftercooler
3.8		Oil cooler and condenser lines
3.9		Hood and platform
3.10		Fenders
3.11		Battery and battery cables
3.12		Lower radiator and aftercooler lines
3.13		Electric starting motor
3.14		Engine oil pan

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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		Upper radiator, air inlet, oil cooler, and aftercooler lines
4.2		Radiator cap
4.3		Cooling fan, fan guard, and shroud
4.4		Fan motor
4.5		Water pump
4.6		Fuel lines and fuel pump
4.7		Fuel filters and fuel priming pump
4.8		Muffler and exhaust pipe
4.9		Exhaust manifold
4.10		Turbocharger
4.11		Cylinder head and valve cover
4.12		Belts, pulleys, compressor clutch, and fan motor
4.13		Alternator and air conditioning compressor
4.14		Engine wiring harness
4.15		Engine mounts
4.16		Pre-cleaner and air cleaner
4.17		Cab exterior
4.18		Cab interior
4.19		Backup alarm
4.20		Seat belt
4.21		Indicators and gauges

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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		Lift cylinder
5.2		Lift cylinder upper trunnion bearing
5.3		Lift cylinder lower swivel bearing
5.4		Tilt cylinder
5.5		Tilt cylinder brace
5.6		Bulldozer Stabilizer link
5.7		Push arms and blade
5.8		Side wear plates
5.9		Cutting edges
5.10		End bits

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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		Haul Road Grade
		NORMAL: Flat
		MONITOR: Mild
		ACTION: Steep
6.4		Haul Road Condition
		NORMAL: Positive Banking, Gradual Turns, Good Erosion Control
		ACTION: Negative Banking, Sharp Turns, Poor Erosion Control
6.5		Humidity
		NORMAL: Below 25%
		MONITOR: 25 to 60%
		ACTION: Above 60%
6.6		Air Quality
		NORMAL: No Dust
		MONITOR: Light Dust
		ACTION: Heavy Dust
6.7		Underfoot Condition
		NORMAL: Dry Flat Surface
		MONITOR: Moderate Grades, Mixture of Muddy / Dry Surfaces
		ACTION: Steep Grades, Muddy, Snow, Ice
6.8		Machine Utilization
		NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours
		ACTION: Above 10 hours
6.9		Equipment Role
		NORMAL: Utility
		MONITOR: Support
		ACTION: Production
6.10		Working Material
		NORMAL: Uncompacted, Low Abrasion
		MONITOR: Moderately Compacted, Moderate Abrasion
		ACTION: High Abrasion, Compacted, Dense
6.11		Maintenance Practices
		NORMAL: Excellent
		MONITOR: Good
		ACTION: Poor
6.12		Primary Industries

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

Performance Inspection

Hydraulic Performance Checks

Lift & Tilt Cylinder Drift - Check

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Table 8
Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Specification	Actual	Comments
	Oil Temperature
	Lift Cylinder
	Tilt Cylinder

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

Brake Performance Checks

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Table 9
Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Specification	Actual	Comments
	Brake Accumulator - Test (Test from OMM)
	Service Brake Holding Ability Test (Test from OMM)
	Parking Brake Holding Ability Test (Test from OMM)