Motor Grader 120 - 160

Course Date

Coming Soon

Course Length

TBD

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Course Length: 4 x 8-hour days or 3 x 10-hour days
Target Audience: Heavy Equipment Technicians

The course will provide the participant a comprehensive overview of the M, M2, M3 and NextGen 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 hats, 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, M3, and Nextgen series respectively.
  • Compare and state differences across the 120M to 160 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.
  • Identify and describe all components of the optional AWD (All Wheel Drive) System.

Successful course completion - with a written examination passing grade of 80%