Maintaining Your Farm Equipment's Parts
Farm equipment may be big and powerful, but even the most durable machines need the occasional bit of maintenance in order to perform at maximum efficiency. Since farm equipment maintenance can be complex, it’s often best to take it part by part. Here is Jasper Tractor Store’s guide to maintaining farm equipment parts.
Know Your Equipment
Taking care of your farm equipment means knowing as much as possible about it, and the best way to do that is by reading the owner’s manual. Your owner’s manual will contain highly specific information about how to take care of your farm equipment. While this article has a lot of general advice that will apply to almost all models, the value of the information that can be found in your owner’s manual cannot be overstated.
The Tires
When it comes to your farm equipment’s tires, the key is to keep them within the manufacturer’s recommended pressure range as much as possible. It’s also important to keep an eye on the tread depth. Worn down tires aren’t able to provide as much traction, which is important when you’re dealing with big and heavy farm equipment. When your farm equipment’s tires become too worn down to be properly usable, replace them immediately. If you notice any unusual or uneven wearing patterns, it’s usually a sign of some deeper issue, so do a full inspection.
The Engine
If the farm equipment in question has an engine, be sure to check the oil, hydraulic fluid, and coolant levels. Top them off when necessary, and swap out the filters at the appropriate times. If liquid starts to pool under your equipment, schedule a service appointment so that they can get the leak fixed.
The Frame
It’s normal for your farm equipment to accrue a few scratches over time. However, if the damage is serious enough to impact the equipment’s structural integrity, it’s time to schedule a service appointment.
The Attachments
Damaged attachments aren’t just less efficient, they’re dangerous. Never attempt to use damaged farm equipment attachment.
The Operator Tools
Operator tools include things like buttons, switches, and mirrors. These tools are necessary for safely operating the farm equipment, so be just as thorough when you inspect your farm equipment’s cabin as you are when inspecting the rest of the vehicle.
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