Motor Graders 16M3 / 16

Course Date

Coming Soon

Course Length

TBD

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Course Length: 3 x 10-hour days
Target Audience: Heavy Equipment Technicians

The course will provide the participant a comprehensive overview of the M, M2, and M3 Series of Motor Graders. Individual Machine Systems including Cab, Engine, Powertrain, Working Hydraulics, Steering, and Brake/Fan Circuit will all be identified and reviewed.

PPE Required

Participants must provide their own safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, gloves, hard hat, hearing protection, and coveralls with Hi-Visibility Markings.

PREREQUISITES

None.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After course completion the participant will have the ability to:

·       Compare and state differences between the M, M2, and M3 series respectively.

·       Compare and state differences across the 14-16-18 model range of machines.

·       Locate and identify the key components for all Machine systems.

·       Locate and identify all service points on the Machines.

·       Discuss major service/maintenance procedures.

·       State all the engine models used for each machine series/model.

·       Overview the respective engine emission controls for Tier 4 Interim/Final equipped machines.

·       State the function of the components in the Powertrain System.

·       Trace the flow of energy throughout the Powertrain System.

·       Pressure test the Transmission for proper clutch operation / Perform clutch calibrations.

·       Identify and define the separate functions of the Primary - and Secondary Steering Systems.

·       Identify and discuss function of the components in the Pilot and Implement Hydraulic Systems.

·       Trace the flow of oil through the Pilot and Implement Hydraulic Systems.

·       Pressure test and adjust the PPPC Hydraulic System to optimize machine functionality.

·       Identify and describe all components of the Brake/Fan Circuit.