Title: Safety & Maintenance Inspection
Author: Robert D. Griffith

Operator/Inspector_____________________    Date________________    Time__________________ 
Serial Number______________________  Machine Hours____________________   

What are you inspecting? | | What are you looking for? | | Evaluator Comments

For more information, please refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual or any other applicable manuals and instructions for this product.  If you have questions, please contact your local Caterpillar dealer. 
FROM THE GROUND

Bucket, GET | | Excessive Wear or Damage, Cracks | |
Bucket Cylinder & Linkage | | Excessive Wear, Damage, Leaks, Lubricate | |
Stick, Cylinder | | Wear, Damage, Leaks, Lubricate | |
Boom, Cylinders | | Wear, Damage, Leaks, Lubricate | |
Underneath Machine | | Final Drive Leaks, Swing Drive Leaks, Damage | |
Carbody | | Cracks, Damage | |
Undercarriage | | Wear, Damage, Tension | |
Steps and Handholds | | Condition and Cleanliness | |
Batteries & Hold Downs | | Cleanliness, Loose Bolts & Nuts | |
Windshield Wipers & Washers | | Wear, Damage, Fluid Level | |
Fire Extinguisher | | Charge, Damage | |
Engine Coolant | | Fluid Level | |
Primary/Secondary Fuel Filters | | Leaks, Drain Water Separator | |
Air Filter | | Restriction Indicator | |
Hydraulic Oil Tank | | Fluid Level, Damage, Leaks | |
Hydraulic Oil Filter | | Leaks | |
Radiator | | Fin Blockage, Leaks | |
Hydraulic Oil Cooler | | Fin Blockage, Leaks | |
AC Condenser | | Fin Blockage, Leaks | |
Lights and Mirrors | | Damage | |
Engine Oil Filter | | Leaks | |
Hydraulic Oil Filter | | Leaks | |
Overall Machine | | Loose/Missing Nuts, Bolts, Loose Guards, Cleanliness | |
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Engine Oil | | Fluid Level | |
Swing Gear Oil | | Fluid Level, Leaks | |
Swing Drive Pinion Grease | | Water | |
Fuel Tank | | Fuel Level, Damage, Leaks | |
All Hoses | | Cracks, Wear Spots, Leaks | |
All Belts | | Tightness, Wear, Cracks | |
Overall Engine Compartment | | Trash or Dirt Buildup, Leaks | |
INSIDE THE CAB
Seat | | Adjustment | |
Seat belt & Mounting | | Damage, Wear, Adjustment, Age | |
Horn, Travel Alarm, Lights | | Proper Function | |
Indicators | | Proper Function | |
Monitor Panel | | Proper Function | |
Switches | | Proper Function | |
Travel Controls | | Correct Operation | |
Mirrors | | Adjustment | |
Heating and Cooling System | | Proper Function | |
ROPS | | Damage, Loose Mounting Bolts | |
Overall Cab Interior | | Cleanliness | |

 

Safety & Maintenance Checklist: 
Hydraulic Excavators