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10/1/2025

Excavator Pre-start Checklist for Daily Maintenance

An Excavator Pre-Start Checklist turns “give it a quick look” into a consistent, shift-by-shift routine that operators and maintenance can follow the same way every day. It begins with safety and compliance — operator fit for duty, required PPE on, fire extinguisher present, manuals and permits on hand — so the machine is safe to start before anyone turns the key.

Inside the cab, the operator confirms the seat belt latches, mirrors/cameras and HVAC/defogger are set, and the display shows no active fault codes. Controls are labeled and responsive. A short no-load function test closes the loop: smooth start, stable idle, and clean throttle response; boom, stick, and bucket cycle without jerks or unusual noise; swing brakes properly; travel forward/reverse and the park brake hold as expected. Any abnormal vibration, hot spot, or warning is captured immediately with a note, photo, or meter reading so the issue becomes planned maintenance — not unplanned downtime.

Use the format that fits your sites. Print the PDF for clipboards and low-signal zones, or run a mobile version to time-stamp checks, attach before/after photos of couplers and hoses, and open maintenance tickets on the spot. Review and refine the checklist quarterly — update limits from the OEM manual, add new attachments, and remove steps that don’t add value. A short, current pre-start routine keeps excavators safe, predictable, and ready to hit productivity targets.

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Required PPE worn (helmet, glasses, gloves, safety boots)

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Daily inspection log available, last entry up to date

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Operator’s manual and load charts on machine

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No visible damage, cracks, or loose panels on boom/stick/house

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Handrails, steps, guards, mirrors intact and secure

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Counterweight secure, slew ring area clear of debris

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Undercarriage clean, no packed mud/debris restricting travel

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Track tension within spec (or tires: tread OK, pressure within spec)

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Upload wide photo of machine (left/right side)

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No leaks under machine

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Engine oil, coolant, hydraulic oil levels within spec

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Fuel level sufficient for shift, DEF/AdBlue level OK (if applicable)

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Hoses/fittings free of abrasion, bulges, or rub points

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Battery connections tight, no corrosion

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Work lights, beacon, horn, and backup alarm operational

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Fire extinguisher present, charged, and accessible

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Cab clean, seat adjusted, seat belt undamaged and latches

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Display free of fault codes/warnings at startup

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Wipers/washer, HVAC/defogger operational

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Mirrors/cameras adjusted, visibility adequate

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Engine starts smoothly, idle/acceleration normal, no abnormal smoke

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Boom, stick, bucket cycle smooth, no unusual noises/vibrations

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Travel forward/reverse and steering respond correctly, park brake holds

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Test hydraulic safety/relief and emergency stop

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Work area inspected, underground/overhead hazards identified

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Ground bearing and access routes assessed, ramps stable

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Note defects found / parts removed from service (tag-out initiated)

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Excavator Pre-start Checklist for Daily Maintenance

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