Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Asphalt Pavers {0372, 1000, 7000, 753T, 7565} Caterpillar

Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Asphalt Pavers {0372, 1000, 7000, 753T, 7565}

Usage:

Asphalt Paver: 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 Asphalt Paver 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 walk-around Inspection
1.4		Download machine fault codes
1.5		Check Product Link
			Is machine equipped with Product Link?
			Is Product Link registered?
			Is Product Link reporting to Vision Link?
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		Drag Conveyor/Chain/Bars/Floor Plates/Guards
2.2		Push Roller/Truck Hitch
2.3		Front Wheels
2.4		Tires and Rims
2.5		Track/Bogies/Idler/Drive tires
2.6		Hopper/Hopper Hinge/Flashing
2.7		Feeder drive shafts/Bearings/Sprockets/Idlers
2.8		Auger/Flights/Shafts/Bearings
2.9		Generator
2.10		Drag Conveyor Adjuster
2.11		Conveyor & Auger Bearing remote lube lines
2.12		Conveyor & Auger Drives/Chains/Sprockets

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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		Hydraulic Tank
3.2		Fuel Tank
3.3		Propel Charge Filter Indicator
3.4		Vibratory Charge Filter Indicator (If Applicable)
3.5		Steering Pump & Motor
3.6		Vibratory Pump
3.7		Propel Pump
3.8		Steps & Handrails
3.9		Side Panel & Platform
3.10		Battery & Cables
3.11		Radiator, Oil Cooler, Condenser & Aftercooler
3.12		Radiator, Air Inlet, Oil Cooler & Aftercooler Lines
3.13		Engine Oil Pan
3.14		Drive Belts - Alternator, Water, Generator (If Applicable)
3.15		Fuel System - Lines, Fuel Pumps, Filters & Filter Bases
3.16		Air Cleaner and Air Filter Service Indicator

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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		Hood & Covers
4.2		Radiator Cap
4.3		Precleaner
4.4		Exhaust Manifold
4.5		Cylinder Head & Valve Cover
4.6		Operator Platform
4.7		Seat
4.8		Seat Belt
4.9		Indicators & Gauges
4.10		Backup Alarm
4.11		Neutral Start Switch
4.12		Work Lights
4.13		Horn
4.14		Relays and Circuit Breakers
4.15		ROPS
4.16		Control Station Pivot
4.17		Switches/Lights/Display

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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		Screed/Plates/Adjusters
5.2		Screed Extension Guides/Cylinders/Plates
5.3		Screed Vibrate Shaft Bearings & U Joints
5.4		Screed Transverse Beam
5.5		Screed Wiring/Hoses & Tubes
5.6		Screed Tamper Bars/Shafts/Drives
5.7		Screed Arm Pivot Point Bearing
5.8		Screed Depth Cranks/Bearings/Shafts/Sleeves
5.9		Screed Pre Strikeoff
5.10		Screed Heating Elements
5.11		Screed Diesel Burner Assemblies (Pre Elect. Heat)
5.12		Screed Crown Adjusters
5.13		Screed Lift Cylinders/Hoses/Fittings
5.14		Screed Controls

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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		Machine Utilization
		NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours
		ACTION: Above 10 hours
6.6		Equipment Role
		NORMAL: Utility
		MONITOR: Support
		ACTION: Production
6.7		Maintenance Practices
		NORMAL: Excellent
		MONITOR: Good
		ACTION: Poor