在冬季, your machinery may have sat for a long period of time, or you may have kept working and just had routine services done during that time. 无论哪种方式, it is vital to take steps to ensure your equipment is ready for the busy summer days that lie ahead.

Your busiest time of the year is near. Make sure equipment and personnel are ready for maximum production.

不要等待

If you have any outstanding work orders or operator repair tickets, finish them as soon as possible. Thoroughly inspect machines a few weeks before the schedule really heats up, 如果你发现任何问题, 马上解决这些问题. 还记得, larger items such as undercarriages take more time to repair, so inspecting them well ahead of time is vital.

Buckets, blades, cutting edges and 地面接合工具 such as teeth require attention, too. 确保没有裂缝, chips or excessive wear that could affect safety and performance; replace if needed. Check that your attachment hoses and connectors are in good working order and ready for hydraulic 液体. Hook them up briefly, and run them to see if they are working properly.

准备工作人员

Make sure employees are aware of schedules, 程序, 紧急的协议, and the dangers and signs of heat-related illnesses. Employees should also know how to report maintenance items, 新机器的功能, and how to use them to maximize production and efficiency. +, make sure they have all the necessary personal protective equipment and that it is in good condition.

✔储备零件

You should have an easily accessible store of basic maintenance items on hand such as grease, 液体, 过滤器和皮带. Having these on hand will save you from making frequent trips to the store, and decrease your overall downtime.

清洁机器

Have you heard the adage that a clean machine runs better? 正确与否, you should wash your equipment to remove any dust and/or dirt buildup from storage or from use during the winter months. Cleaning can help you spot potential issues. Remove any debris, including from the engine compartment. Look out for rodent and/or bird nests.

Don’t overlook the inside of the cabs — clean the glass, and dust the consoles and dashes. Replace missing or damaged safety decals.

✔为电池充电

If you stored batteries, be sure to check them. Before using them, ensure proper water acid levels and fill, if necessary. Batteries that were not charged during storage should be. Coating battery connections with an anti-corrosion spray can prolong system life. Replace batteries if you believe there is any doubt about their safety or reliability.