How To Maintain and Troubleshoot Hog Slat's GROW-DISK Feeding System

GLOBAL - Appropriate maintenance and troubleshooting of a GROW-DISK chain feeding system will lead to smooth operation and a longer lifetime of the components.

8 May 2015

2 minute read

By: Sarah Mikesell

Use this inspection checklist as a guide to maintaining your GROW-DISK^TM feed system.

**Caution: Disconnect power before performing any maintenance.

Grow-Disk Maintenance

Daily Inspection

Monitor system amperage load

Monthly Inspection

Open unit and remove feed residue
Check chain tension

Every 6 Months Inspection

Remove dust from drive unit ventilator
Check functioning of safety switch
Check proximity switch
Check any/all other safety devices or sensors

Once a Year Inspection

Check idler wheel and drive sprocket for wear
Check corners. Remove residue. Verify tube position.
Check system wiring for damage

Grow-Disk Troubleshooting

If you experience an issue with a GROW-DISK Feed System, initial machinery inspection is important. Any troubleshooting exercise should begin with a thorough investigation of the machine, process, design, operation, and system maintenance records. To assist in troubleshooting the GROW-DISK feed system, use the GROW-DISK Troubleshooting Chart.

To learn more about the GROW-DISK Feed System, click here.

Sarah Mikesell

Editor

Sarah Mikesell grew up on a five-generation family farming operation in Ohio, USA, where her family still farms. She feels extraordinarily lucky to get to do what she loves - write about livestock and crop agriculture. You can find her on Twitter or LinkedIn.