Daily pre-service inspection
Before passenger service, use a model-specific checklist for steering, brakes, couplings, tires, lights, horn, visible leaks, battery or engine condition and the complete route. Record defects, keep the train out of service when a safety item fails and follow the current manufacturer manual for acceptance limits.
Preventive maintenance by duty
Convert the manufacturer manual into dated, hour-based and seasonal tasks that match daily operating time, passenger load, gradients, climate and storage. Include lubrication, fasteners, steering and braking components, wiring, charging systems, batteries or engine service, but never invent a universal interval when the model documentation sets a different requirement.
Cleaning, storage and operator control
Use safe cleaning methods for the body, passenger areas and electrical or engine compartments, then store the train where weather, unauthorized access and battery or fuel risks are controlled. Only trained personnel should operate or service the vehicle, and each shift should identify the responsible operator and maintenance contact.
Records, spare parts and escalation
Keep one service history for inspections, operating hours, defects, repairs, parts and approvals. Before delivery, identify consumables, wear items and safety-critical spares by model reference, along with lead times and warranty boundaries. Escalate recurring, safety-related or undocumented faults to the manufacturer instead of masking symptoms or fitting unverified parts.
This guide does not replace a current model sheet, engineering design, local advice or contract.