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Perform Equipment Pre-Check: Oil Levels

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Putting in a BIG CULVERT PIPE!

What happens here

Before starting any heavy machinery work, it's crucial to perform a pre-check. Open the engine compartment of the Gehl RT210 skid steer. Locate the dipstick for the engine oil and pull it out to check the oil level. The machine uses a Yanmar diesel engine. The narrator notes that the oil is fresh from a recent change and looks good. Re-insert the dipstick. Next, locate the sight glass for the hydraulic fluid. Observe the level; if it's low, make a note to top it off. Wipe down any accessible surfaces for cleanliness. The narrator also notes the machine has 'ideal tracks' which are self-tensioning.

Goal: Ensure safe and optimal operating levels for engine and hydraulic fluids

Tools and materials

  • Gehl RT210 Skid Steer Loader Gehl — The machinery being pre-checked
  • Rag — Wiping the dipstick and cleaning surfaces