Being a farmer is hard work – and even harder if you are a farmer who relies on machineries to get the job done. As machineries often break down or show malfunction momentarily, seemingly small glitches can potentially lead to a loss of time, energy and money. This article will give farmers a few handy tips and tricks to easily tackle common machinery issues without requiring too much effort or cost.
1. Know your machinery and equipment. Learning how to maintain your machinery and how to do small repairs yourself is a great way to ensure the smooth functioning of your machinery. Regularly inspect the parts of your machinery for any signs of wear and tear even if it does not appear to be faulty. Familiarize yourself with the basic principles of machinery operation and maintain a maintenance log to make sure that your machinery is routinely cleaned and serviced.
2. Keep a toolkit for quick fixes. Keeping a toolkit with all the necessary items such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers and electric testers can come as great help in case if you need to make an emergency fix. Make sure to check the old parts of your machinery, where possible replace them and store a few extra parts just in case you might need them. This will help you easily fix minor issues without having to call out an engineer.
3. Keep your machinery safe and secure. Tending to safety concerns and the regular maintenance of your machinery is essential to minimize the chances of machinery failure or breaking down. Always follow the safety instructions when using the machinery, inspect and clean the tools and parts regularly and securely store the tools and machines away and out of reach of children.
4. Read the manuals and instructions. It is commonly neglected but reading through the manual is essential in order to understand the basics of your machinery and its different components. Manuals cover detailed instructions on how to assemble the machinery, information on their proper maintenance and the possible troubleshooting steps. Make sure to read and understand the contents of the manual carefully for any extra tips.
5. Contact a professional in case of major issues. If the easy tips do not seem to work, do not hesitate to call a professional or engineer to come in and repair your machinery. It is important to not to try and fix the issue on your own if the problem is a complicated one. Always choose professional engineering services when it comes to complicated and bigger repairs.
These are a few handy tips and tricks to easily fix common small agricultural machinery problems with ease. Make sure to follow these tips to take proper care of your machinery, get it repaired in an appropriate manner and prevent any major issues. Keep your machinery safe, secure and in functioning order to ensure efficient agricultural operation with minimal disruption.
