What to Know About Cat® Large Excavator Maintenance

You’ve made a smart investment in your new Cat® large hydraulic excavator. And you know how important it is to protect that investment. Our large excavator maintenance tips will help you do just that.

Estimated read time: 2 minutes

This video about Cat® large excavator maintenance will show you how to check your fluids, filters and lubrication points — and give you a look at a few other need-to-knows as you get started with your equipment.

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How to Maintain Your Cat® Large Excavator

Estimated watch time: 2 minutes

 

Large excavator maintenance is vital to staying efficient and on the job. Check your Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM) for recommended maintenance intervals. 

In this video, learn about:

 

FLUIDS [00:22]
  • Where to check and replace your fluids 

  • Where collect fluid analysis samples from S•O•S℠ ports 

  • Where to find your water separator 

 

FILTERS [00:39]
  • Where to find and replace fluid filters 

  • Where to find and replace air filters, including cabin air filter 

 

OTHER IMPORTANT MAINTENANCE [01:13] 
  • Checking hoses for cracks and leaks 

  • Making sure bolts, fasteners and connections are tight 

  • Inspecting ground engaging tools (GET) and track

  • Checking area around final drives

 

Remember: Always refer to your OMM for guidance on maintenance, safety, settings, features and more.  

Your Cat dealer is here to support your machine, offering Parts Kits for all your preventive maintenance needs. Download the Cat Inspect app to digitally note your large hydraulic excavator’s maintenance history, and know you can always count on your Cat dealer for all your equipment service needs.

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