Avoid Catastrophe and Cut Overhaul Costs

摘要

Cautious maintenance and operating practices promise extended engine life and reduced failure risk. Poor maintenance practices combined with a careless operator can quickly ruin a diesel engine, resulting in an expensive overhaul. "Neglect and abuse are the largest concerns affecting our industry' says Joe Urso, Kubota Engine America Corp. "Proper usage and maintenance, per the factory's workshop manual, will significantly extend an engine's life expectancy'' It's important for operators to understand the machines basic systems. "Every engine component has a specific function. Understanding how these components react with varying scenarios is critical if a [problem] surfaces," says Urso.