Inspect wear and drive components
Clean the machine first, then inspect guards, knives, discs, bearings, belts, chains, sprockets, pickup components and driveline protection.
Service systems that hide problems
Check gearbox and hydraulic oil, filters, hoses, wiring, sensors, monitors, tires, wheel bearings and safety interlocks. Cycle functions before entering the field.
Run the machine before the crop is ready
A stationary inspection will not reveal every vibration, heat problem or control fault. Safely operate the machine through its normal functions, watch for unusual temperature and noise, and verify that monitors, wrap cycles, header controls and safety systems respond correctly.
Check the complete haying chain
The mower, rake, baler, tractors and handling equipment depend on one another. Confirm PTO shafts, hydraulic couplers, electrical connectors, drawbar settings and tractor availability across the full system before the first field is cut.
Build a small parts plan
Stock the high-frequency parts that can stop the machine.
- Knives, sections, guards and bolts
- Pickup teeth and hardware
- Belts or lacing appropriate to the machine
- Chain connectors and shear bolts
- Correct lubricants and filters