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.
Table 1
Serial Number: |
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Inspector: |
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Temperature: |
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Model: |
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Work Order: |
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Time: |
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Engine S/N: |
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SMU: |
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Date: |
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Manufacture: |
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Unit Location: |
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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 Compact Wheel Loader is: |
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(1) |
N = Normal, D = Down Machine, M = Monitor/Needs Attention |
Use the following procedure to create an editable electronic copy from SIS web.
Table 2
Sl.No. |
Status(1) |
Description |
Comments |
1.1 |
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Check with customer for operator complaints |
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1.2 |
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Prepare the machine for the inspection |
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1.3 |
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Perform safety/preparatory inspection |
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1.4 |
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Download machine fault codes |
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1.5 |
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Check Product Link |
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Is machine equipped with Product Link? |
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Is PL activated? |
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Is PL functioning properly? |
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1.6 |
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Observe engine exhaust colors |
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1.7 |
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Listen for unusual noises
(Engine, hydraulic pumps and motors, and axles) |
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(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
Table 3
Sl.No. |
Status(1) |
Description |
Comments |
2.1 |
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Tires and rims |
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2.2 |
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Final drives and wheel spindles |
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2.3 |
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Front and rear differentials |
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2.4 |
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Drive shaft |
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2.5 |
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Parking brake |
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2.6 |
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Hydrostatic drive motor |
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2.7 |
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Transfer gear box |
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2.8 |
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Implement control valve |
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2.9 |
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Upper and lower hitch pins/bores |
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2.10 |
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Steering cylinders |
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2.11 |
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Fuel tank |
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2.12 |
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Main machine frame |
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2.13 |
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ROPS |
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(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
Table 4
Sl.No. |
Status(1) |
Description |
Comments |
3.1 |
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Steps and handrails |
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3.2 |
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Work light/hazard lights |
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3.3 |
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Cab mounts |
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3.4 |
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Fenders |
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3.5 |
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Priority control valve, brake valve, and HMU |
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3.6 |
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Electronic control module |
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3.7 |
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Battery and battery cables |
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3.8 |
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Hood and platform |
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3.9 |
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Radiator cap |
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3.10 |
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Radiator and oil cooler |
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3.11 |
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Upper and lower radiator hoses |
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3.12 |
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Oil cooler lines |
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3.13 |
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Condenser and condenser lines |
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3.14 |
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Cooling fan, fan guard, and shroud |
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3.15 |
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Pulleys and belts |
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3.16 |
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Alternator |
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3.17 |
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Air conditioning compressor and compressor clutch |
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3.18 |
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Water pump |
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3.19 |
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Cylinder head and valve cover |
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3.20 |
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Exhaust manifold |
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3.21 |
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Turbocharger |
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3.22 |
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Fuel lines and fuel pump |
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3.23 |
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Engine mounts |
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3.24 |
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Electric starting motor |
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3.25 |
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Engine wiring harness |
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3.26 |
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Engine oil pan |
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3.27 |
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Air cleaner and pre-cleaner |
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3.28 |
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Air inlet lines |
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3.29 |
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Hydrostatic Pump & Implement Pump |
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3.30 |
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Fan, charge, and pilot pump |
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3.31 |
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Hydraulic tank |
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(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
Table 6
Sl.No. |
Status(1) |
Description |
Comments |
5.1 |
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Lift cylinder |
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5.2 |
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Area where lift arm attaches to frame |
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5.3 |
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Tilt cylinder |
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5.4 |
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Area where tilt lever attaches to lift arm |
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5.5 |
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Bucket linkage |
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5.6 |
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Bucket wear plates |
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5.7 |
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Bucket side cutters |
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5.8 |
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Bucket edges, tips, and adapters |
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5.9 |
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Quick coupler |
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5.10 |
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Quick coupler cylinder |
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(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
Table 7
Sl.No. |
Status(1) |
Description |
Comments |
6.1 |
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Ambient Temperature |
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NORMAL: −18 to 32°C (0 to 90°F) |
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MONITOR: 32 to 46°C (90 to 115°F) or −18° to -29°C (0 to -20°F) |
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ACTION: Above 46° C (115° F) or Below −29° C (−20° F) |
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6.2 |
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Altitude |
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NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft) |
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MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10000 ft) |
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ACTION: Above 3048 m (10000 ft) |
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6.3 |
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Haul Road Grade |
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NORMAL: Flat |
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MONITOR: Mild |
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ACTION: Steep |
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6.4 |
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Haul Road Condition |
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NORMAL: Positive Banking, Gradual Turns, Good Erosion Control |
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ACTION: Negative Banking, Sharp Turns, Poor Erosion Control |
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6.5 |
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Humidity |
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NORMAL: Below 25% |
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MONITOR: 25 to 60% |
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ACTION: Above 60% |
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6.6 |
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Air Quality |
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NORMAL: No Dust |
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MONITOR: Light Dust |
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ACTION: Heavy Dust |
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6.7 |
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Underfoot Condition |
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NORMAL: Dry Flat Surface |
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MONITOR: Moderate Grades, Mixture of Muddy / Dry Surfaces |
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ACTION: Steep Grades, Muddy, Snow, Ice |
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6.8 |
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Machine Utilization |
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NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours |
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ACTION: Above 10 hours |
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6.9 |
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Equipment Role |
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NORMAL: Utility |
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MONITOR: Support |
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ACTION: Production |
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6.10 |
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Working Material |
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NORMAL: Uncompacted, Low Abrasion |
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MONITOR: Moderately Compacted, Moderate Abrasion |
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ACTION: High Abrasion, Compacted, Dense |
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6.11 |
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Maintenance Practices |
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NORMAL: Excellent |
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MONITOR: Good |
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ACTION: Poor |
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6.12 |
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Primary Industries |
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(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
Table 8
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Lift Cycle Time for Hoist Cylinders |
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Full LOWER to Full RAISE |
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Tilt Cylinder Speed Test |
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Full TILT BACK to Full DUMP |
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(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |
Table 10
Status(1) |
Description |
Specification |
Actual |
Comments |
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Left Steering Time (Low Idle) |
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Right Steering Time (Low Idle) |
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Left Steering Time (High Idle) |
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Right Steering Time (High Idle) |
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(1) |
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable |