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Is Your Equipment Fleet Ready For Winter?

Is Your Equipment Fleet Ready For Winter?

  • Written by OMNIA Partners
  • 24th November 2021

Check these winterizing tips off your list as you head into the colder months to make sure your equipment is ready to perform at peak efficiency when the temperatures plummet.

  1. CHECK YOUR OIL: You need to ensure oil is flowing freely in colder temperatures. Check the viscosity of the oil you’re using to assure that it’s the right one for your piece of equipment. It’s a good idea to use a low viscosity oil in the colder winter months, so it can flow faster. You should also make sure you change your oil leading into and after winter.
  2. VISUALLY INSPECT TRACKS AND TIRES: Make sure your tires, undercarriage and tracks are in good working condition. Remove all the debris and snow that you can whenever possible. You should also check to make sure your tires are properly inflated—don’t forget to look for wear marks and cuts on the tires.
  3. INSPECT HOSES AND BELTS: They can be especially sensitive to extreme winter cold. Make sure you’re doing a visual inspection of your hydraulic hoses — the rubber tubing can wear down in freezing temperatures, making them stiff and brittle. You should replace any parts with cracks and breaks.
  4. KEEP YOUR FUEL TANK TOPPED OFF: You should be topping off your fuel tank after every shift. If you don’t, you could see your fuel start to gel at colder temperatures. Topping off the fuel tank also helps to prevent condensation from forming in the tank, which can lead to water freezing in a fuel line.
  5. KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR DEF: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) will freeze at 12 degrees, so you should make sure that there is a way to warm and thaw frozen DEF to keep your machine running. If you aren’t using your equipment in the winter months or storing it indoors, consider draining the DEF.
  6. CHECK YOUR BATTERY: Check your battery leading into the winter months. Look to see that the battery electrolyte is filled up to the indicated level. You should also check the alternator, test the battery, and ensure that there is no rust or debris on the battery terminals. If you’re not using your machine in the winter, it’s a good idea to remove the battery from the machine and store it indoors to prevent it from freezing.

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