How to Prepare Your Farm Equipment Before Harvest Season

The harvest season is here, and after all your hard work as a farmer, you are ready to see the fruits of your labor. No matter how prepared you are for the harvest, one of the most important aspects of having a successful harvest is making sure your equipment is ready to do the work.

Preparing your equipment for the busy harvest depends on keeping routine maintenance up to date all through the year. That can help to minimize downtime and avoid costly repairs.

Agriteer provides comprehensive agricultural equipment repair and farm machinery repair to keep your farming operation running efficiency all year long and especially at harvest season.

Agriteer has service for everything from tractors and combines to balers and precision planting systems. Their certified technicians quickly diagnose and repair equipment to minimize downtime. Whether you need routine preventative maintenance or complex mechanical repairs, our team delivers dependable farm equipment service to keep your machinery field-ready during planting and harvest seasons.

Farm Equipment Brands You Can Count on During Harvest Season

Year-round service and maintenance can help you keep downtown to a minimum and maximize uptime. Agriteer offers sales and service on the brands you can trust to keep your operations functioning during harvest season:

Farm Equipment Maintenance Checklist Before Harvest

Inspect belts, hoses, and batteries

Many types of farm equipment need similar maintenance performed on regular schedules, just like your car. Tractors and other machines also need regular oil changes to keep running optimally, so be sure to keep up a regular schedule of oil changes for all your farm equipment. Be sure to check any oil filters and replace them as recommended by the manufacturer.

Check Engine Oil, Hydraulic Fluid, and Coolant Levels

Your farm equipment is complex and has many moving parts. Keep your equipment in good working order by lubricating all moving parts regularly. The frequency may depend on your local climate and the manufacturer’s recommendations. Keep coolant levels at the recommended level to avoid issues with downtime.

Check your tires

Be sure to check the tires on all your farm machinery. Check the treads for signs of wear, and make sure tires are all inflated to the recommended level. Don’t forget about the spare tires during your checks. Make arrangements to replace any tires that are worn out. Having quality tires that are inflated properly helps your machines run more efficiently, and it can save on gas mileage.

Inspect Hitches and Couplings

Regularly inspect trailer hitches and the couplings on all trailers and equipment that you pull, as well as on any tractors, trucks or ATVs that you use to pull the equipment. Be sure that these parts are working properly and can securely connect. Clean off any excess dirt or rust to keep them functioning well.

The importance of scheduling preventative maintenance before harvest begins

Whether you need routine preventative maintenance or complex mechanical repairs, their team delivers dependable farm equipment service to keep your machinery field-ready during planting and harvest seasons. Don’t wait until the season begins. Plan ahead and be ready, so that you won’t face downtime at the last minute.

Working with certified technicians can also help identify potential issues before they become costly repairs. Learn more about why certified technicians play an important role in protecting your equipment investment in our article, Why Certified Technicians Matter for Your Farm Equipment.

Create a Farm Equipment Maintenance Schedule

Be sure to keep any records and documents on owner’s manuals, dealership information, warranties and service records. Keep accurate records of all repairs and maintenance work. Create a farm equipment maintenance checklist for regular tasks that should be completed monthly or annually. You can also make a chart to plan any upcoming maintenance routines.

Trust Agriteer for Farm Equipment Service Before Harvest

Agriteer offers service, maintenance and repairs for a full range of farming and lawncare equipment, including:

Agriteer has a fully equipped fleet to better support our customers in and out of the field. They look foreword to keeping your equipment operational and minimize downtime, especially during the critical harvest season. Regular maintenance also helps protect your equipment investment and can be important for maintaining manufacturer warranty coverage. To learn more, read our article, What You Need to Know About Farm Equipment Warranties.

To learn more about Agriteer and how we can assist you in your farming equipment service, maintenance and repair needs with certified and highly trained technicians, contact us at:

https://www.agriteer.ag/contact/

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