How to Perform Basic Maintenance on a Gearbox | PROCEDURE TEXT for Teknik Mekanik Industri (TMI)

 

A. Introduction

In the industrial world, machines need regular maintenance to work properly. One important machine component is a gearbox.

A gearbox is a mechanical device that transfers power and changes the speed or torque of a machine. Regular maintenance can help prevent machine damage and improve its performance.

In this lesson, you will learn how to understand and write a procedure text related to basic gearbox maintenance.

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B. What Is a Procedure Text?

A procedure text is a text that explains how to do or make something through a series of steps.

The purposes of a procedure text are:

• To give instructions.
• To explain how to perform an activity.
• To describe the steps of a process.
• To help people complete a task correctly.

Generic Structure of a Procedure Text

Part	Function
Goal	Explains what we want to do.
Tools and Materials	Lists the equipment needed.
Steps	Explains the instructions in sequence.

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C. Reading Text

How to Perform Basic Maintenance on a Gearbox

Goal

To perform basic maintenance on an industrial gearbox safely and correctly.

Tools and Materials

Before starting the maintenance process, prepare the following equipment:

• Safety gloves
• Safety goggles
• Cleaning cloth
• Wrench
• Screwdriver
• Lubricating oil
• Oil container

Steps

1. Turn off the machine and disconnect the power supply.
2. Wait until the gearbox stops completely and becomes safe to inspect.
3. Wear your personal protective equipment, such as safety gloves and goggles.
4. Clean the outside surface of the gearbox using a clean cloth.
5. Check the gearbox for oil leaks, loose bolts, or damaged parts.
6. Inspect the lubricating oil level.
7. Add or replace the lubricating oil if necessary.
8. Tighten any loose bolts using the appropriate tools.
9. Make sure all components are in good condition.
10. Reconnect the power supply and test the machine carefully.

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D. Vocabulary Builder

Berikut adalah beberapa kosakata penting yang berkaitan dengan perawatan gearbox.

Vocabulary	Meaning
Gearbox	Kotak roda gigi
Maintenance	Perawatan
Machine	Mesin
Power supply	Sumber listrik/daya
Safety gloves	Sarung tangan keselamatan
Safety goggles	Kacamata keselamatan
Cleaning cloth	Kain pembersih
Wrench	Kunci
Screwdriver	Obeng
Lubricating oil	Oli pelumas
Oil leak	Kebocoran oli
Loose bolts	Baut yang longgar
Damaged parts	Bagian yang rusak
Inspect	Memeriksa
Replace	Mengganti
Tighten	Mengencangkan
Reconnect	Menyambungkan kembali
Safety First! ⚠️ IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDER Before performing maintenance on industrial equipment: Always turn off the machine. Disconnect the power supply. Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Follow workplace safety procedures. Do not perform maintenance if you are not authorized or properly supervised. Report serious damage to the responsible technician or supervisor. Safety is the first priority in every industrial activity. G. Reading Comprehension Answer the following questions based on the text! What is the purpose of the text? What should you do before inspecting the gearbox? Why should workers wear safety gloves and goggles? Mention three things that should be checked during gearbox maintenance. What should you do if the lubricating oil level is low? What tools are needed to tighten loose bolts? What is the final step in the maintenance procedure?