Service Manual

325/328 Excavator
Operation and Maintenance Manual 18
DAILY INSPECTION
Procedure
Maintenance work must be carried out at regular intervals.
Failure to do so will result in excessive wear and early
failures. The Service Schedule is a guide for correct
maintenance of the Bobcat Excavator. It is located inside
the rear door of the excavator and also in the MACHINE
SIGN TRANSLATION SECTION.
Check the following items before each day of operation:
• Operator Canopy or Cab (ROPS/TOPS) and mounting
hardware.
• Seat belt and mounting hardware.
• Damaged stickers, replace as needed.
• Check control console lockout.
• Air cleaner and intake hoses/clamps.
• Engine oil level and engine for leaks.
• Hydraulic fluid level and system for leaks.
• Grease all pivot points.
• Cylinder and attachment pivot points.
• Track tension.
• Repair broken and loose parts.
WARNING
Training is necessary before operating or servicing
machine. Read and understand the Operation and
Maintenance Manual, Operator’s Handbook and signs
(stickers) on machine. Follow warnings and
instructions in the manuals when making repairs,
adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function
after adjustments, repairs or service. Untrained
operators and failure to follow instructions can cause
injury or death.
W-2003-0903
Fluids such as engine oil, hydraulic fluid, coolants, etc.
must be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.
Some regulations require that certain spills and leaks on
the ground must be cleaned in a specific manner. See
local regulations for correct disposal.