Proper maintenance maximizes fuel efficiency and reduces operating costs as well as equipment failure. Every minute  heavy equipment is offline due to a breakdown costs the operator money in wages and lost productivity. Scheduled maintenance can help contain these expenses and maximize productivity.

An important part of all construction equipment maintenance is proper recordkeeping. Keeping this information up-to-date will help when evaluating the service life of the machine. Accurate records will also help prove that the machine has been properly serviced if the need to discuss issues with a dealer or manufacturer arises.