Essential Maintenance Tips for Your Skid Steer Loader

Operating a skid steer loader may come second nature to many, but it's essential to remember that maintaining your equipment is just as important as operating it. With proper care and maintenance, your skid steer loader can have an extended lifespan, deliver optimal performance, and save you costs in the long run.

The Importance of Regular Inspections 

Before getting started on your work for the day, it's critical to carry out regular inspections on your loader. Check the overall appearance of the machine for any wear or tear, especially around the areas that do the bulk of the work - such as the bucket or forks. Pay special attention to tires or tracks, fluids (engine oil, hydraulic fluid), and keep an eye out for loose bolts.

Cleanliness is Next to Godliness 

Surely no one enjoys a messy workspace. Cleaning your skid steer loader regularly prevents buildup that could potentially hamper its performance or even damage it over time. Don't forget those hard-to-reach places! Any place that dust and dirt can get lodged in should be cleaned out thoroughly.

Lubrication: A Smooth Operation

Just like any other machinery with moving parts, regular lubrication adds life to these parts by reducing friction. Reference your owner's manual to find all lubrication points on your skid steer loader.

Rotation of Tires or Tracks

Regularly rotating tires or tracks helps ensure even wear across all four corners of your skid steer loader. This helps prolong their lifespan and contributes towards smoother operation over time.

Never underestimate how the care you bestow upon your equipment today can pay dividends in its reliable performance tomorrow. By including these simple yet vital maintenance tips within your routine, you're setting up yourself — and your skid steer loader — for continual success in any project you undertake.

By maintaining this diligent level of care within our dealership at Miller Implement, located in Fond du Lac and Saint Nazianz, WI, we continually ensure the highest quality of services we provide. Not only do our clients from around here witness this firsthand but also those from other parts such as Oshkosh and Sheboygan, WI. Pay us a visit today to find out how we can make your machinery work harder for you.