Rig Shutdowns
Mechanical Maintanance
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Strip down and rebuild rotation head / rotary drive
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Service or replace feed motors and gearboxes
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Inspect and repair pulldown / feed system
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Replace wear plates, bushes, and pins
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Service drill string handling systems
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Change out filters (fuel, oil, air)
Structural & Framework
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Inspect mast/boom for cracks or fatigue
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Weld repairs on frames, guards, and mounts
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Check tramming frame and articulation points
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Inspect handrails, walkways, and guarding
Engine & Powerpack
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Full service on diesel engine
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Replace belts, filters, and fluids
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Inspect radiators and cooling systems
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Check turbochargers and exhaust systems
Compliance & Reporting
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Complete maintenance logs
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OEM inspection checklists (e.g., 250hr / 500hr / major shutdown)
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Identify future defects
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Update service history
Hydralic Systems
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Replace hydraulic hoses and fittings
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Inspect and change hydraulic cylinders (feed, mast lift, jacks)
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Service hydraulic pumps and motors
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Flush hydraulic systems and change oil
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Check pressures and recalibrate systems
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Fix leaks
Undercarriage / Mobility (Track Mounted Rigs
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Inspect and replace track chains, rollers, and sprockets
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Service / change final drives
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Check /change tramming motors and gearboxes
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Change/ Align and tension tracks
Safety Systems
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Test emergency stops
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Inspect fire suppression systems
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Check isolation systems (lockout/tagout points)
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Ensure guarding is compliant
Major Component Changeouts
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Engine swap
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Hydraulic pump replacements
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Rotation head changeout
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Mast rebuild or replacement
Electrical & Control Systems
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Inspect / change wiring looms and connectors
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Test and replace sensors and limit switches
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Diagnose faults in control systems / PLCs
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Maintain battery systems and alternators
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Check lighting and safety circuits
Air System (DTH Rigs)
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Service / change air compressors
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Inspect and replace air lines and valves
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Drain moisture from system
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Check operating pressures
Cleaning & Inspection
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Degrease and pressure wash rig
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Clean engine bay and hydraulic areas
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Remove dust buildup (important in mining environments)