How To Maintain Construction Equipment Parts

It's important to proactively maintain the parts found on your construction equipment. Simple do-it-yourself tasks can optimize the equipment's performance, extend the life of the parts, and prevent expensive repairs. We've gathered up the essential maintenance projects below.

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Know The Given Model's Maintenance Needs

Some construction equipment will need unique maintenance tasks or specific products to be used. This information will be found in the owner's manual, so give this a quick glance.

Inspect The Construction Equipment Parts

Even the highest quality construction equipment will suffer from normal wear and tear. Parts get worn down and will eventually need to be replaced. 

Sometimes, it's obvious when parts are broken. The construction equipment begins malfunctioning or suffering from compromised performance, you take a look, and quickly see the culprit.

But it's not always so upfront. That's why regular inspections are key. Looking over the various construction equipment parts can help you catch issues...before they manifest as a problem.

Construction Parts Inspection Checklist

There are many different parts to look over. Use the following checklist to keep track and add other steps as needed.

Check The Tires

Air Pressure

Tires that are improperly inflated face a higher risk of blowout. They can also compromise fuel efficiency. Use a tire pressure gauge to determine the air pressure levels before using the construction equipment. If they don't match the manufacturer's recommendations, then adjust accordingly.

Tread

Tread helps the tires maintain traction with the road, but it gets worn down over time. Eventually, the tread gets worn down enough that the tires will need to be replaced. Measure tread every so often.

Inspect The Engine

Leaking Fluids

Leaking fluids can be a sign of trouble. Look around the construction equipment for pools of liquid that aren't condensation. If you notice any, schedule a service department appointment right away.

Fluid Levels

Construction equipment relies on certain fluids to function properly. Look over the levels of hydraulic oil, coolant, and other fluids and top off any that are low.

Check The Operator Tools

Glance over the various parts that help you control the construction equipment. Make sure the mirrors are in the right position, the seat is adjusted correctly, and so on.

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