At1 - Excavadora

6/5/22, 18:37 SIS 2.
2021/01/05 Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection For Excavator {0372, 1000, 7000, 753T, 7565} (M0065470-02)
SMCS - 0372, 1000, 7000, 753T, 7565 i08331003

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Introduction
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 effectively intervene before problems occur.
Note: Before adjusting product settings to comply with listed baseline TA1 values, consult SIS for the latest specification values.
Serial Number: Inspector: Temperature:

Model: Work Order: Time:
Engine S/N: SMU: Date:
Manufacture: Unit Location:
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 Excavator is:
Table 1
(1)
N = Normal, D = Down Machine, M = Monitor/Needs Attention
Visual Inspection
1.0 Inspection Preparation
Refer to "1.0 Inspection Preparation" section in "Inspection Reference" for more information for performing machine inspection preparation.
Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments

1.1 Check with customer for operator complaints
1.2 Perform machine inspection preparation
1.3 Download Product Status Report
Check Product Link
Is machine equipped with Product Link
1.4
Is Product Link registered
Is Product Link reporting to Vision Link
1.5 Observe engine exhaust colors
1.6 Listen for unusual noises
1.7 Lockout / Tagout Machine
Table 2
(1)
N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable
2.0 Lower-Level Inspection

Refer to "2.0 Lower-Level Inspections" section in "Inspection Reference" for more information for performing lower-level inspection.

2.1 Final drive & sprocket
2.2 Travel Motor & brake valve
2.3 Track adjuster
2.4 Carrier rollers
2.5 Track rollers
2.6 Front idlers
2.7 Track guides
2.8 Track shoes
2.9 Track links, pins & bushings
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2.10 Track roller frame & carbody

2.11 Engine Oil Pan
Table 3
(1)
3.0 Middle-Level Inspection

Refer to "3.0 Middle-Level Inspections:" section in "Inspection Reference" for more information for performing middle-level inspection.

3.1 Cab exterior
3.2 Cab interior
3.3 Steps & handrails
3.4 Work lights
3.5 Air cleaner
3.6 Batteries and battery cables
3.7 Radiator, oil cooler, condenser & aftercooler
3.8 Lower radiator & oil cooler hoses
3.9 Counterweight
3.10 Hydraulic pump compartment
3.11 Swing drive gear
Table 4
(1)
4.0 Upper-Level Inspection

Refer to "4.0 Upper-Level Inspections:" section in "Inspection Reference" for more information for performing upper-level inspection.

4.1 Hood & platform
4.2 Exhaust manifold
4.3 Turbocharger
4.4 Cylinder head & valve cover
4.5 Engine mounts
4.6 Pulleys, belts & compressor clutch
4.7 Fan guard & fan
4.8 Upper radiator, air inlet, oil cooler & after cooler lines
4.9 Radiator/oil cooler screen
4.10 Water pump
4.11 Radiator cap
4.12 Fuel priming pump, secondary fuel filter & fuel injection pump
4.13 Engine wiring harness
4.14 Swing drive compartment
4.15 Swing drive
4.16 Main hydraulic control valve
Table 5
(1)
5.0 Implement/Attachment Inspection

Refer to "5.0 Implement/Attachment Inspections:" section in "Inspection Reference" for more information for performing implement/attachment
inspection.

5.1 Area around boom cylinders & swivel
5.2 Lower boom area
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5.3 Boom cylinder

5.4 Area where boom attaches to stick
5.5 Stick cylinder
5.6 Bucket cylinder
5.7 Bucket linkage
5.8 Bucket wear plates
5.9 Side cutters
5.10 Tips & adapters
Table 6
(1)
Site Conditions
Ambient Temperature
NORMAL: −18 to 32°C (0 to 90°F)
6.1
MONITOR: 32 to 46°C (90 to 115°F) or −18° to -29°C (0 to -20°F)
ACTION: Above 46° C (115° F) or Below −29° C (−20° F)
Altitude
NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft)
6.2
MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10000 ft)
ACTION: Above 3048 m (10000 ft)
Haul Road Grade
NORMAL: Flat
6.3
MONITOR: Mild
ACTION: Steep
Haul Road Condition
6.4 NORMAL: Positive Banking, Gradual Turns, Good Erosion Control
ACTION: Negative Banking, Sharp Turns, Poor Erosion Control
Humidity
NORMAL: Below 25%
6.5
MONITOR: 25 to 60%
ACTION: Above 60%
Air Quality
NORMAL: No Dust
6.6
MONITOR: Light Dust
ACTION: Heavy Dust
Underfoot Condition
NORMAL: Dry Flat Surface
6.7
MONITOR: Moderate Grades, Mixture of Muddy / Dry Surfaces
ACTION: Steep Grades, Muddy, Snow, Ice
Machine Utilization
6.8 NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours
ACTION: Above 10 hours
Equipment Role
NORMAL: Utility
6.9
MONITOR: Support
ACTION: Production
Working Material
NORMAL: Uncompacted, Low Abrasion
6.10
MONITOR: Moderately Compacted, Moderate Abrasion
ACTION: High Abrasion, Compacted, Dense
6.11 Maintenance Practices
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NORMAL: Excellent
MONITOR: Good
ACTION: Poor
6.12 Primary Industries
Table 7
(1)
Inspection Reference
Inspection Benefits:
Minimizes downtime through scheduled maintenance
Locates potential problems
Finds overlooked problems
Enables scheduled maintenance and repairs
Lowers owning and operating costs
Guidelines
Wiring Harness Inspection Guidelines
Check for:
Check for tubes, hoses, and wiring harnesses rubbing against:
- One another
- Sharp corners
- Bolt heads
Check for tubes, hoses, and wiring harnesses not properly secured
- Missing clips and/or wire ties
- O-clips not attached
Harness Connector Inspection Guidelines

Check for connectors:
Not properly secured in place
Rubbing against machine frame
Rubbing against sharp edges
Implement Linkage Pin Inspection Guidelines

Check for:
Loose or broken flange mounting bolt
Elongated bolt hole in flange (hole is located behind pin retaining bolt)
Loose or missing pin retainer bolts
Irregular shaped pin bores
Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines:

Check for:
Oil leaks indicated by dirt or oil buildup around the cylinder lip seal
Oil leaks at hose connections
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Damage to cylinder rods
Damage or wear to linkage pins (refer to "Pin Inspection Guidelines" for inspection procedure)
1.0 Inspection Preparation

1.1 Check with customer for operator complaints
1.2 Perform walk-around inspection
Make sure no one is underneath the machine, around the machine, or on the machine. Be sure that the area is free of personnel.
Walk around the machine and inspect underneath the machine for visible signs of fluid leaks.
Park the machine on a level surface in the recommended service position according to the OMM.
Check engine oil, hydraulic oil, swing drive oil, and engine coolant levels. If necessary, add oil or coolant to reach minimum level.
1.3 Download Product Status Report
Download Product Status Report using ET.
If ET is not available, download fault codes using machine monitor.
1.4 Check Product Link
Is machine equipped with Product Link
Is Product Link registered
Is Product Link reporting to Vision Link
1.5 Observe engine exhaust colors
Start the machine and observe exhaust colors:
- White smoke after initial startup could indicate coolant in the engine cylinders
- Blue smoke during startup may indicate oil in the engine cylinders
- Continuous black smoke could indicate an improper air/fuel mixture
- Continuous gray smoke may indicate a fuel timing problem
1.6 Listen for unusual noises
Excessive noise coming from hydraulic pump could indicate either:
- Pump cavitation
- A loose or failed bearing
Excessive noise coming from engine compartment could indicate:
- Fuel injector damage
- Engine bearing damage
- Valve train damage
1.7 Lockout / Tagout Machine
Turn the key start switch to the OFF position, remove the key, also remove the battery disconnect key, and tag the machine out for safety.
2.0 Lower-Level Inspections

2.1 Inspect final drives and sprockets
Check the oil level in the final drives
If equipped, check the magnetic plug for metal particles.
If the oil level is low, check the following areas for leaks:
- Sealing surface between the cover and the ring gear

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- Sealing surface between the ring gear and the housing
- Duo-cone seal located behind the sprocket
Inspect the sprockets
Look for broken or chipped teeth
Look for sharp edges on sprocket teeth; sharp edges on teeth indicate excessive sprocket wear
2.2 Inspect travel motors and brake valves
Check for oil leakage along the bottom surface of travel motor housing
If oil is visible in this area, remove the cover and inspect the travel motor, brake valve, and oil lines for leakage
2.3 Inspect track adjusters
If track adjustment is necessary, inspect the track adjuster.
Check for proper adjustment of track.
Look for grease and dust buildup around the piston; leakage in this area indicates piston lip seal or piston rod may be worn or damaged.
2.4 Inspect carrier rollers for:
Excessive wear on the surface where the track link rides on the carrier roller.
Oil leakage in the following areas:
- On the sealing surface between the front cover and the roller.
- From the duo-cone seal on the backside of the carrier roller.
2.5 Inspect track rollers for:
Excessive wear on the surface where the track link rides on the track roller
- From the duo-cone seals on the front and backside of the track roller
- At each end of the track roller shaft; leakage in this area indicates the O-Ring seal on the track roller shaftmayworn or damaged
2.6 Inspect front idlers for:
Excessive wear on the surfaces of the idler where the track link rides on the idler
- From the duo-cone seals on the front and backside of the idler
- At each end of the track idler shaft; leakage in this area indicates the O-ring seal on the shaft may be worn or damaged
2.7 Inspect the track guides for:
Damaged, missing, or loose bolts
Damage to track guide
2.8 Inspect the track shoes for:
Damaged or worn track shoes
2.9 Inspect track links, pins, and bushings for:
Damaged or missing cotter pins in the master links
Excessive wear on contact surface of track links
Excessive noise in the track during machine operation
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- If excessive noise is noticed, check for temperature variances between the pins. To do this, touch the end of the pins with your hand or use an
infrared thermometer. Large temperature variances may indicate a dry joint in the link.
2.10 Inspect the track roller frames and carbody for:
Damage to frame
Structural cracks
Cracked welds
2.11 Inspect engine oil pan for:
Check the wiring harnesses and hoses located in the engine compartment for wear and/or damage
Oil accumulation on the bottom of the oil pan. If oil is found on the pan, remove the bottom guard and inspect the following:
- Check for leaks around the oil pan mounting flange
- Check for leaks around the oil level sensor, drain valve, and the dipstick tube
3.0 Middle-Level Inspections:

3.1 Inspect the cab exterior for:
Bent or damaged cab structure
Cracked or broken glass
Damaged or missing mirrors
Worn or broken window wiper arm or wiper blade
3.2 Inspect the cab interior for:
Excessive dirt in cab air filter
Proper function of the seat and seat belt
Wear or damage to seat belt
Seat belt replacement date
Proper function of door and latches
Worn or broken window latches or slides
3.3 Inspect steps and handrails:
Ensure that steps and handrails are in place and check for:
- Damaged, missing, or loose bolts
- Damage to steps or handrails
- Excessive dirt or debris
3.4 Inspect work lights for:
Proper operation
Cracked or broken lenses
Damaged harnesses or electrical connectors
Loose or damaged mounting brackets
3.5 Inspect air cleaner for:
Dirt and/or debris in the air pre-cleaner
Loose or damaged hose clamps on air inlet tube
3.6 Inspect battery and battery cables for:
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Corrosion on battery posts and/or cables
Proper function and tightness of battery hold down
3.7 Inspect radiator, oil cooler, condenser, and aftercooler for:
Plugged cores
Plugged screens
Damaged fins
3.8 Inspect lower radiator and oil cooler hoses for:
Rubbing, cracked, or damaged hoses
Loose or damaged hose clamps
3.9 Inspect counterweight for:
3.10 Inspect hydraulic pump compartment for:
Leaks around hose connection points
Rubbing, damaged, or worn hoses
Rubbing, damaged, or worn wiring harnesses or connectors
Loose or damaged hose clamps on main pump suction lines
3.11 Inspect swing drive gear for:
Proper lubrication
Wear on visible gear teeth
Water in compartment
- If compartment is full of water, remove the drain plate located above the bottom guard in the center of the carbody
4.0 Upper-Level Inspections:

4.1 Inspect hood and platform for:
Proper function of hood and latches
Debris or excessive dirt on service platform
4.2 Inspect exhaust manifold for:
Cracks or other damage in the manifold housing
Black soot around the sealing surface where the exhaust manifold bolts to the engine block, which may indicate:
- Loose connection at the joint
- Loose or broken manifold bolts
4.3 Inspect turbocharger for:
Oil leakage around the turbocharger oil line
Loose or damaged hose clamp on air inlet tube
Black soot around the areas where the turbocharger bolts to the exhaust manifold or to the pipe, which would indicate:
- Loose or broken mounting bolts
4.4 Inspect cylinder head and valve cover for:
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Fuel leaks around and below the protective guard located above the fuel lines. If fuel leaks are present on the intake manifold, remove the
guard and inspect fuel lines for leaks.
Oil and dust buildup around the valve cover sealing surface, which could indicate:
- Damaged gasket or seal
4.5 Inspect engine mounts for:
Loose or damaged bolts
Wear or damage to rubber mounts
4.6 Inspect belts, pulleys, and compressor for:
Worn, cracked, or broken belts
Proper belt tension
Oil leaks around air conditioning compressor clutch
4.7 Inspect fan guard and fan for:
Loose, damaged, or missing bolts
Damaged wire fan guard
Cracked or missing blades on the engine fan
4.8 Inspect upper radiator, air inlet, oil cooler, and aftercooler lines for:
Rubbing, cracked, or damaged hoses
Loose or damaged hose clamps
4.9 Inspect radiator/oil cooler screen for:
Debris on the screen; clean if necessary
Holes and/or tears in the screen
4.10 Inspect water pump for:
Coolant leaks around water pump mounting flange
Coolant leaks through the weep hole in the water pump housing
4.11 If the radiator cap is cool, check:
Gaskets for wear or damage
4.12 Inspect fuel priming pump, fuel lines, and fuel injection pump for:
Damaged, rubbing, or worn fuel lines
Loose connections
4.13 Inspect engine harness for:
Loose or damaged wires
4.14 Inspect swing drive compartment for:
4.15 Inspect swing drive:
Check the swing drive oil level; if the oil level is low, check the following areas for leaks:
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- Sealing surface between the cover and the ring gear.
- Sealing surface between the ring gear and the housing.
- Joint where the dipstick tube connects to the swing drive housing.
- If no leakage is found in these areas, leakage may be caused from a worn pinion shaft or bottom cover seal. To service these seals, the swing
drive must be removed.
4.16 Inspect the main hydraulic control valve for:
5.0 Implement/Attachment Inspections:

5.1 Inspect area around boom cylinders and swivel for:
Boom cylinder linkage pin wear (refer to “Pin Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure)
5.2 Inspect lower boom area for:
Leaks around hose connections
Damaged or leaking grease lines
Inspect boom foot pin (refer to “Pin Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure)
5.3 Inspect boom cylinder (refer to “Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure) for:
Damage or wear to linkage pins (refer to “Pin Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure)
5.4 Inspect area where boom attaches to stick for:
Leaks around hose connections
Damaged or leaking grease lines
Inspect boom to stick pin and bucket cylinder pin (refer to “Pin Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure)
5.5 Inspect stick cylinder (refer to “Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure) for:
Damage to wear to linkage pins (refer to “Pin Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure)
5.6 Inspect bucket cylinder (refer to “Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure) for:
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Damage to wear to linkage pins (refer to “Pin Inspection Guidelines” for inspection procedure)
5.7 Inspect bucket linkage for:
Loose or broken flange mounting bolt
Elongated bolt hole in flange (hole is located behind pin retaining bolt)
Loose or missing pin retainer bolts
Irregular shaped pin bores
5.8 Inspect bucket wear plates for:
Excessive wear
5.9 Inspect side cutters for:
Excessive wear
Loose, damaged, or missing bolts.
5.10 Inspect bucket tips and adapters for:
Excessive wear on the bucket tips
Damage to the bucket tip adapter
Damage or missing retainer pins
6.0 Site Conditions

6.1 Ambient Temperature
NORMAL: -18 to 32°C (0 to 90°F)
MONITOR: 32 to 46°C (90 to 115°F) or -18° to -29°C (0 to -20°F)
ACTION: Above 46° C (115° F) or Below -29° C (-20° F)
6.2 Altitude
NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft)
MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10000 ft)
ACTION: Above 3048 m (10000 ft)
6.3 Haul Road Grade
NORMAL: Flat
MONITOR: Mild
ACTION: Steep
6.4 Haul Road Condition
NORMAL: Positive Banking, Gradual Turns, Good Erosion Control
ACTION: Negative Banking, Sharp Turns, Poor Erosion Control
6.5 Humidity
NORMAL: Below 25%
MONITOR: 25 to 60%
ACTION: Above 60%
6.6 Air Quality
NORMAL: No Dust
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MONITOR: Light Dust
ACTION: Heavy Dust
6.7 Underfoot Condition
NORMAL: Dry Flat Surface
MONITOR: Moderate Grades, Mixture of Muddy / Dry Surfaces
ACTION: Steep Grades, Muddy, Snow, Ice
6.8 Machine Utilization
NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours
ACTION: Above 10 hours
6.9 Equipment Role
NORMAL: Utility
MONITOR: Support
ACTION: Production
6.10 Working Material
NORMAL: Uncompacted, Low Abrasion
MONITOR: Moderately Compacted, Moderate Abrasion
ACTION: High Abrasion, Compacted, Dense
6.11 Maintenance Practices
NORMAL: Excellent
MONITOR: Good
ACTION: Poor
Performance Inspection
Hydraulic Performance Checks
Travel on Level Ground
Specification
Status(1) Description Actual Comments
New Rebuild Service Limit
Travel Speed - Check
Travel Distance
High Forward
High Reverse
Low Forward
Low Reverse
Travel Deviation - Check
High Forward
High Reverse
Low Forward
Low Reverse
Table 8
(1)
Travel on Level Ground - Test (Optional Test)

Status(1) Description Specification Actual Comments
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Travel Speed (Right Track) - Check (With track raised)
High Forward
High Reverse
Low Forward
Low Reverse
Travel Speed (Left Track) - Check (With track raised)
High Forward
High Reverse
Low Forward
Low Reverse
Table 9
(1)
Machine Drift on a Slope - Check

Specification
Machine Drift on a Slope - Check
Table 10
(1)
Swing Speed and Overswing on Level Ground - Check

Specification
Swing Speed (Right Swing)
Swing Speed (Left Swing)
Over Swing (Right Swing)
Over Swing (Left Swing)
Table 11
(1)
Swing Speed and Swing Drift on a Slope - Check

Specification
Swing Speed (Right Swing)
Swing Speed (Left Swing)
Swing Drift (Right Swing)
Swing Drift (Left Swing)
Table 12
(1)
Cylinder Drift - Check (Loaded Bucket)

Specification
Weight of Bucket Load
Boom Cylinder
Stick Cylinder
Bucket Cylinder
Table 13
(1)
Cylinder Drift - Check (Empty Bucket)
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Specification
Boom Cylinder
Stick Cylinder
Bucket Cylinder
Table 14
(1)
Cylinder Speed - Check

Specification
Boom Extension
Boom Retraction
Stick Extension
Stick Retraction
Bucket Extension
Bucket Retraction
Table 15
(1)
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6/5/22, 18:37 SIS 2.

SMCS - 0372, 1000, 7000, 753T, 7565 i08331003

Serial Number: Inspector: Temperature:

Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments

2.0 Lower-Level Inspection

Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments

2.10 Track roller frame & carbody

3.0 Middle-Level Inspection

Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments

4.0 Upper-Level Inspection

Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments

5.0 Implement/Attachment Inspection

Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments

5.3 Boom cylinder

Locates potential problems

Finds overlooked problems

Enables scheduled maintenance and repairs

Lowers owning and operating costs

Check for tubes, hoses, and wiring harnesses rubbing against:

- Missing clips and/or wire ties

- O-clips not attached

Harness Connector Inspection Guidelines

Not properly secured in place

Rubbing against machine frame

Rubbing against sharp edges

Implement Linkage Pin Inspection Guidelines

Loose or broken flange mounting bolt

Loose or missing pin retainer bolts

Irregular shaped pin bores

Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Guidelines:

Oil leaks at hose connections

Damage to cylinder rods

1.0 Inspection Preparation

1.2 Perform walk-around inspection

1.3 Download Product Status Report

Download Product Status Report using ET.

If ET is not available, download fault codes using machine monitor.

1.4 Check Product Link

Is machine equipped with Product Link

Is Product Link registered

Is Product Link reporting to Vision Link

1.5 Observe engine exhaust colors

Start the machine and observe exhaust colors:

- Continuous black smoke could indicate an improper air/fuel mixture

- Continuous gray smoke may indicate a fuel timing problem

1.6 Listen for unusual noises

Excessive noise coming from hydraulic pump could indicate either:

- A loose or failed bearing

Excessive noise coming from engine compartment could indicate:

- Fuel injector damage

- Engine bearing damage

- Valve train damage

1.7 Lockout / Tagout Machine

2.0 Lower-Level Inspections

Check the oil level in the final drives

If equipped, check the magnetic plug for metal particles.

- Sealing surface between the cover and the ring gear

- Sealing surface between the ring gear and the housing

- Duo-cone seal located behind the sprocket

Inspect the sprockets

Look for broken or chipped teeth

2.2 Inspect travel motors and brake valves

2.3 Inspect track adjusters