VH MFG, Inc. believes the steps listed below will help you get the best yield possible when operating in downed corn.
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Item |
Maintenance Recommendations |
Check Box |
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Stalk Roll Knives |
Check Daily – Remove Debris |
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Gathering Chain Idler Sprockets |
Lubricate Daily |
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Gathering Chain Drive Sprockets |
Lubricate Daily |
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Row Unit Gearbox Oil Levels |
Check Every 100 Hours |
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Outer Oil Pan Levels |
Check Every 100 Hours |
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Gathering Chain Tensioners |
Check Every 100 Hours |
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Deck Plates |
Clean Deck Plates Every 25 Hours |
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PTO U-Joints |
Lubricate Every 100 Hours |
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PTO Shield Bearings |
Lubricate Every 100 Hours |
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Gathering Chain Wear Guides |
Check Annually |
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Gathering Chains |
Check Annually For Wear – Lubricate Annually |
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Cross-Auger Slip Clutch |
Lubricate Annually |
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Row Unit Slip Clutch |
Lubricate Annually |
It is important to follow these maintenance steps while operating in downed corn. These simple steps can help relieve some of the wear and tear on your corn head.
Always remember, if you do breakdown - check out the parts section for your corn head, or give us a call!