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

Work Tool | | Excessive Wear or Damage, Leaks | |
Boom and Stick | | Excessive Wear or Damage | |
Implement Cylinders | | Excessive Wear, Damage, Leaks | |
Underneath of Machine | | Final Drive Leaks, Damage | |
Overall Undercarriage | | Packing/Debris buildup | |
Idlers & Rollers | | Leaks, Damage, Wear | |
Drive Sprockets | | Wear, Damage, Loose Bolts | |
Track Assembly | | Tightness, Damage, Bent or Broken Shoes | |
Swing Bearing | | Damage, Loose or Missing Bolts | |
Tires | | Excessive Wear or Damage, Foreign Objects | |
Steps and Handholds | | Condition and Cleanliness | |
Overall Machine | | Loose of Missing Nuts & Bolts, Loose Guards, Cleanliness | |
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Engine Oil | | Fluid Level | |
Swing Drives | | Fluid Level | |
Engine Coolant | | Fluid Level | |
Air Filter | | Restriction Indicator | |
Radiator | | Debris, Damage, Leaks | |
All Hoses | | Cracks, Wear Spots, Leaks | |
All Belts | | Tightness, Wear, Cracks | |
Overall Engine Compartment | | Trash or Dirt Buildup, Leaks | |
ON THE MACHINE, OUTSIDE THE CAB
Fuel Tank | | Fuel Level, Damage, Leaks | |
Hydraulic Oil Tank | | Fluid Level, Damage, Leaks | |
Fire Extinguisher | | Charge, Damage | |
Windshields Wipers & Washers | | Wear, Damage, Fluid Level | |
Batteries & Hold Downs | | Cleanliness, Loose Bolts & Nuts | |
INSIDE THE CAB
Falling Object Guard | | Damage | |
Seat | | Adjustment | |
Seat Belt & Mounting | | Damage, Wear, Adjustment | |
Horn, Backup Alarm, Lights | | Proper Function | |
Overall Cab Interior | | Cleanliness | |

 

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