Sep 27, 2010 | Machine Upkeep
By Barry O’Leary Caterpillar Forest Products Excess vibration is the leading cause of premature battery failure in off-road equipment. Vibration from loose mounts, missing battery hold-downs, etc., can loosen plate material and cause the battery to short out. Other...
May 27, 2010 | Machine Upkeep
By Barry O’Leary Technical Support Specialist Caterpillar Forest Products You can experience fewer repairs to pumps and motors with some simple preventive maintenance. You’ll achieve the biggest impact by focusing your efforts in four areas. Hydraulic Oil—Always use...
Apr 27, 2010 | Machine Upkeep
By Barry O’Leary Technical Support Specialist Caterpillar Forest Products Now is the time to make sure the air conditioning systems in your equipment are ready for the long, hot summer. Here are tips on what to check and how to maintain the AC. Air Filters—Clean air...
Mar 27, 2010 | Machine Upkeep
By Barry O’Leary Technical Support Specialist Caterpillar Forest Products When a machine fails, the result is downtime and repair costs. Making a repair, without analyzing the cause, can result in further costs. Avoid this by following eight steps to gather the facts,...
