This article originally appeared at Vista-Training.com. It has been republished with permission.
In colder climates, winter presents a special set of challenges to heavy equipment operators. To help you operate safely and prevent damage to your machines, we’ve assembled a helpful list of 21 best practices you should remember when starting and using them in cold weather:
1. Fueling in cold weather requires extra care to avoid water and other contaminants from entering your machine’s fuel tank.
2. Fuel, air and hydraulic filters need to be maintained for easier starting and to avoid power loss during equipment operation.
3. The use of jumper cables under cold conditions is always a concern. Improper use, like accidental reverse polarization hookup, can cause extensive electrical system damage.
