When Should you call a Heavy Equipment Auto Electrician?

When Should you call a Heavy Equipment Auto Electrician?

If you own or manage a mining, earthmoving, or agricultural business, you'll know how important it is that your vehicles and plant are in top condition.

Not only is regular servicing and maintenance absolutely essential, but it's also important that any repairs can be completed promptly and to a high standard. Although in some circumstances (total electrical failure, for example) it's clear that it's time to call an auto electrician, on other occasions it may not be so obvious when an auto electrician is required.

Here we consider five situations where the services of a heavy equipment auto electrician in Illawarra are going to be needed.

Although systems such as the air con in a vehicle's cabin, or the interior lighting, may not give way completely, signs of underperformance could point to the need for a suitably experienced auto electrician.

If lights dim or flicker or the A/C works sporadically and is unable to keep the desired temperature, an underlying electrical fault could be the cause.

An auto electrician will have the right diagnostic equipment to work out what the problem is, as well as have the necessary skills, materials and tools to correct it.

As advances in technology continue, vehicles are becoming increasingly sophisticated, which means they have a growing number of electrical systems and components.

A complex network of sensors relays information to the vehicle's computer, controlling safety and performance systems. A glitch in this system can cause systems to shut down, as well as warning sequences to be activated. A heavy equipment auto electrician should be able to sort this out for you.

Although in most cases the warning light is a sign that part of the machine requires attention, if warning lights don't appear to signal an underlying problem, or if they appear randomly, it could be indicative of an electrical fault.

As diagnostic warning lights serve a vital purpose in alerting machine operators to the possibility of a problem with the plant, it's vital that they're working properly. An auto electrician will be able to test the warning light system and carry out any necessary repairs.

Buzzing or sparking

It goes without saying that if a machine operative (or anyone else) hears a buzzing noise (electrical buzzing is a fairly unmistakable sound), or sees sparks, it's time to isolate the vehicle's power supply, clear the area and call an appropriately qualified electrician.

Strange smells (often of burning)

Noticing an acrid stench whilst operating a vehicle or when in close proximity to it, could mean that there's a problem with the electrics.

If in doubt, it's best to get out an auto electrician to take a look. 

A heavy equipment auto electrician is able to inspect and test plant equipment, as well as carry out any repairs that need doing.

Given the importance of site safety, it's vital that any suspected electrical problems are resolved quickly, by a suitably qualified and experienced personnel.

We are experienced and qualified heavy equipment auto electricians in the Illawarra region that are ready to assist you. So, if you note any of the signs above, contact us to organise a booking today.