ATOS disc harrow is one of the most popular agricultural machines, thanks to which working in the field does not take so much time and is much easier. Like any machine, it consists of parts that may wear out or be damaged over time. Therefore, to enjoy as long a life as possible disc harrow check how to take care of it.
What is a disc harrow used for?
Proper maintenance disc harrow is extremely important because it helps avoid problems and sudden failures during the season. The disc disc is responsible for grinding, crushing, softening, loosening and turning the soil. Moreover, the machine is irreplaceable in precise mixing, as it allows you to change the angle of inclination of all discs relative to the ground. In other words, it can perform the function of plowing and harrowing at the same time.
What parts of a disc harrow are subject to wear?
Concave discs, which are responsible for the main agricultural work, are most vulnerable to wear and tear. Namely, their degree of wear increases during the operation of the machine or they crack when encountering larger stones in the soil. The second most frequently replaced part disc harrow are bearings because they are heavily loaded when rotating the shafts with discs. For this reason, every farmer should have a large stock of spare parts, which also include axles, nuts, caps and bushings.
Disc harrow care
In case of unexpected damage disc harrow, you must have a set of high-quality and precise spare parts. Such a set should include frames, bearings and plates above all else. When it comes to the loss of original performance and functionality of individual discs, it is worth following the principle of replacing the entire row of discs, not just the damaged elements.
It is worth checking the condition of individual elements regularly after each season. In addition, you should get rid of any remaining dirt and mud disc weapons. If the agricultural machine does not have a double paint coating to protect against corrosion, it should be painted with anti-corrosion paint immediately after harvesting or plowing.
For care methods disc harrow we also include lubricating the elements with grease, with the aim of preventing parts from wearing out at the beginning of the season. First of all, the axis with the soil grinding discs deserves special attention.
