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The Benefits Of Heavy Machines

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Heavy machines are used on a daily basis when it comes to the planting and harvesting of crops. Combines are used to harvest crops and they are pushed to the limits during harvest. These machines are used vigorously for the majority of their operating time. Being driven all day, they need to be lubricated to prevent wear. On each harvest day, the machinery needs to be fueled and each of the gears, shafts, and bearings need to be well lubricated to prevent damage. If the machines are not correctly lubricated, there is probability that there could be damage. There is more to servicing then the lubricating aspect. There is also the fueling and cleaning of the engine compartment. Combine preparation and lubrication is a task that has to be …show more content…

To check the oil of a combine, the engine must be running for two minutes prior to checking. When the engine is warm, turn the engine off. When checking the oil, first unscrew the dipstick and wipe it off with a clean rag. Then screw it all the way in and back out to check the level on the dipstick. Low levels of oil can indicate a problem in your engine. Oil is added to the engine through the same hole that the dipstick is secured in. Too much oil added to the engine could cause harm to the engine. If there is any dirt or water enters, there could be serious damage to the engine. If any dirt or foreign materials get into the oil, drain the oil by opening the valve near the bottom of the engine. Oil will then run out of a hose located on the bottom right hand side. Once the oil is drained, close the valve and fill the engine with fresh oil to the right amount on the dip stick. After the engine components are serviced, inspection of the clamps and hoses are vital. If a hose has any cracks or bulges, it will need replaced as soon as possible to prevent damage. If one of these hoses breaks, oil could spray and cause the engine to overheat or catch fire. If a clamp is loose, or is damaged it also needs to be replaced. Inspecting these can help prevent damaging in large scale. After the engine compartment is fully inspected and cleared, the grain bin is the next area for inspection. The first thing to inspect is the auger pointed at

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