Hey, friends in the engineering industry! Today, I'm going to share with you some super practical tips for saving fuel on excavators. In engineering construction, excavators are an indispensable and important role, but everyone must be distressed by their high fuel consumption costs. But don't worry, as long as you master these tips, you can not only easily reduce engineering costs, but also contribute to environmental protection construction.
First of all, it is very important to develop reasonable operating habits. When performing excavation operations, never let the excavator idle unnecessarily. Many operators let the engine idle for a long time while waiting for other processes, which will waste a lot of fuel! Therefore, when you need to suspend the operation, you can turn off the engine first. At the same time, do not start and brake frequently during operation, and try to maintain smooth operation, so as to reduce fuel consumption.
Secondly, it is critical to choose the right working mode. Now many excavators have different working modes, such as economic mode, standard mode and strong mode, etc. Generally, when excavating, choose the economic mode. In this mode, the output power of the engine will be adjusted according to actual needs, saving fuel. If you encounter particularly hard soil or need high-power operation, switch to the strong mode.
In addition, you must pay attention to the maintenance of the excavator. Regularly check and replace air filters, fuel filters and other components to ensure that the engine's air intake and fuel system are unobstructed. If the air filter is blocked, the engine intake is insufficient, and fuel consumption will also increase greatly. At the same time, keeping the excavator in good lubrication and reducing the friction resistance between the components can also reduce fuel consumption. For more specific maintenance methods, please see the editor's engine maintenance article.
In addition, rationally planning the operation route can also save fuel. When conducting large-scale excavation operations, plan the excavator's travel route in advance to avoid unnecessary back and forth movements, which can reduce the excavator's driving distance and reduce fuel consumption.
In short, mastering these excavator fuel-saving tips is like getting the "secret" to increase efficiency and reduce costs in engineering. While pursuing efficient construction, we also contribute to energy conservation and emission reduction, making our engineering construction more green and sustainable. Friends, hurry up and try it!