Grinder Preoperation Inspection
This procedure outlines the daily preoperation inspection for the a horizontal grinder. It includes checks for general safety, electrical systems, engine components, hydraulics, feed and discharge conveyors, rotor, and tracks. Each section requires a pass/fail check to ensure all components are in proper working order before operation.
McGill Environmental - Bee's Ferry
04/10/2025
Grinder Preoperation Inspection
This procedure outlines the daily preoperation inspection for the a horizontal grinder. It includes checks for general safety, electrical systems, engine components, hydraulics, feed and discharge conveyors, rotor, and tracks. Each section requires a pass/fail check to ensure all components are in proper working order before operation.
Initial Inspection
Equipment Number
Equipment Hours
Meter name
Unit
Is Grinder making unusual noises
If Yes Describe in Detail
General Inspection
Safety Guard in Place
Material Build Up
Loose parts, nuts, bolts & pins Oil / Fuel leaks
Decal either missing or damaged
Electrical Defects
Walkways, steps and railings are safe and secure
Fire Extinguisher In place / Fully Charged
Emergency stop system
Fuel Level
Electrical Inspection
Panel Wiring
Machine Wiring
Battery Cables
Battery Connections
Battery Fluid Level
Engine Inspection
Engine
Engine Oil Level
Flexxaire Fan
Air Cleaners
Exhaust System
Take up Rods
Cooling System
Fan and Alternator Belts
Check for Leaks
Engine Coolant Level
Oil Breather
Fuel Suction Filter
Hydraulics Inspection
Hydraulic Hoses for Leaks
Hydraulic Motors for Leaks
Hydraulic Oil Level
Hydraulic Valves for Leaks
Clutch Breather
Hydraulic Pumps for Leaks
Hydraulic Cooler
Feed Conveyor Inspection
Chain Links and Pins
Feed Chain / Belt
Head Pulley / Tail Pulley
Takeups
Feed Deck
Motor Bolts
Discharge Conveyor Inspection
Belt Tension
Skirt Rubber
Belt Scrapers
Telescopers & Bearings
Head Pulley / Tail Pulley
Belt
Magnetic Chute Bolts
Impact Plastic
Dust Seals
Rotor Inspection
Hammers, Tips, Face Plates, Fasteners
Side Liners and Grate Liners
Drive Belt
Shear Pins
Hogbox
Anvil
Dust Seals
Tracks Inspection
Track Fasteners
Track Motors / Final Drive Leaks
Sprocket, idlers, slide block wear
Final Drive Oil
Track Tension
Material Build Up
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