TA-1 Visual Inspection for Asphalt Pavers

SMCS - Job Code - 540 Component Code - 753S

Cat dealer Customer

Address Address
Contact Contact

Serial Number : Inspector : Temperature :

Model : Work Order : Time :
Engine S/N: SMU: Date :
Manufacturer : Unit Location:

Note: Review Machine & S·O·S History and check for Active Service Letters prior to inspection.

Status of the Machine

Normal
The status recommendation of your Asphalt Paver is:
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 Visual Inspection for Asphalt Paver
Status assessment ü– Normal M – Monitor A – Action Blank – Not Applicable

1. Prepare Machine Inspection

# Status Description Comments
1.1 Check with customer for operator complaints

1.2 Prepare the machine for the inspection

1.3 Perform walk-around Inspection

1.4 Download machine fault codes

1.5 1.5 Check Product Link

Is machine equipped with Product Link?

Is Product Link registered?

Is Product Link reporting to Vision Link?

1.6 Observe engine exhaust colors

1.7 Listen for unusual noises

1.8

1.9

1.10

Item No. Additional Comment

 2. Lower - Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
2.1 Drag Conveyor / Chain / Bars / Floor Plates / Guards

2.2 Push Roller / Truck Hitch

2.3 Front Wheels

2.4 Tires and Rims

2.5 Track / Bogies / Idler/ Drive tires

2.6 Hopper / Hopper Hinge/Flashing

2.7 Feeder drive shafts / Bearings / Sprockets / Idlers

2.8 Auger / Flights / Shafts / Bearings

2.9 Generator

2.10 Drag Conveyor Adjuster

2.11 Conveyor & Auger Bearing remote lube lines

2.12 Conveyor & Auger Drives / Chains / Sprockets

2.13

2.14

2.15

Item No. Additional Comment

 3. Middle - Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
3.1 Hydraulic Tank

3.2 Fuel Tank

3.3 Propel Charge Filter Indicator

3.4 Vibratory Charge Filter Indicator (If Applicable)

3.5 Steering Pump & Motor

3.6 Vibratory Pump

3.7 Propel Pump

3.8 Steps & Handrails

3.9 Side Panel & Platform

3.10 Battery & Cables

3.11 Radiator, Oil Cooler, Condenser & Aftercooler

3.12 Radiator, Air Inlet, Oil Cooler & Aftercooler Lines

3.13 Engine Oil Pan

3.14 Drive Belts - Alternator, Water, Generator (If Applicable)

3.15 Fuel System - Lines, Fuel Pumps, Filters & Filter Bases

3.16 Air Cleaner and Air Filter Service Indicator

3.17

3.18

3.19

Item No. Additional Comment

 4. Upper-Level Inspection
# Status Description Comments
4.1 Hood & Covers

4.2 Radiator Cap

4.3 Precleaner

4.4 Exhaust Manifold

4.5 Cylinder Head & Valve Cover

4.6 Operator Platform

4.7 Seat

4.8 Seat Belt

4.9 Indicators & Gauges

4.10 Backup Alarm

4.11 Neutral Start Switch

4.12 Work Lights

4.13 Horn

4.14 Relays and Circuit Breakers

4.15 ROPS

4.16 Control Station Pivot

4.17 Switches / Lights / and Display

4.18

4.19

4.20

Item No. Additional Comment

 5. Implement/Attachment Inspection
# Status Description Comments
5.1 Screed / Plates / Adjusters

5.2 Screed Extension Guides / Cylinders / Plates

5.3 Screed Vibrator Shaft Bearings & U Joints

5.4 Screed Transverse Beam

5.5 Screed Wiring / Hoses & Tubes

5.6 Screed Tamper Bars / Shafts / Drives

5.7 Screed Arm Pivot Point Bearing

5.8 Screed Depth Cranks / Bearings / Shafts / Sleeves

5.9 Screed Pre-Strikeoff

5.10 Screed Heating Elements

5.11 Screed Diesel Burner Assemblies (Pre Elect. Heat)

5.12 Screed Crown Adjusters

5.13 Screed Lift Cylinders / Hoses / Fittings

5.14 Screed Controls

5.15

5.16

5.17

Item No. Additional Comment

 6. Site Conditions
# Status Description
6.1 Ambient Temperature

NORMAL: -18° to 32°C (0° to 90°F)

MONITOR: 32° to 46°C or -18° to -29°C (90° to 115°F or 0° to -20°F

ACTION: Above 46°C or Below -29°C
(Above 115° or Below -20°F)
6.2 Altitude

NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft)

MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10,000 ft)

ACTION: Above 3048 m (Above 10,000 ft)

6.3 Humidity

NORMAL: Below 25%

MONITOR: 25 to 60%

ACTION: Above 60%

6.4 Air Quality

NORMAL: No Dust

MONITOR: Light Dust

ACTION: Heavy Dust

6.5 Machine Utilization

NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours

ACTION: Above 10 hours

6.6 Equipment Role

NORMAL: Utility

MONITOR: Support

ACTION: Production

6.7 Maintenance Practices

NORMAL: Excellent

MONITOR: Good

ACTION: Poor

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