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Preventative Maintenance Program

To Our Valued Sussex Irrigation Customers:

- When Fall harvesting season begins to roll around, it is imperative to take extra measurements to keep your irrigation system in the best shape possible. We understand a rigorous year of use may create some potential problems that farmers would rather overlook or quick fix just to get their systems by for the season. Even smaller issues that may not have an affect on your system now, could potentially lead to bigger problems at some point- and we don't want that happening when your irrigation system is being relied on heavily.

-First off, we suggest our customers start by shutting off their pivot systems during the winter time, and looking into Sussex Irrigation's Preventative Maintenance Program. By allowing our trained technicians to thoroughly inspect your system either over the Fall or Winter, we will be able to address a variety of issues that your system may be dealing with.

-This comprehensive inspection of your irrigation system ensures your equipment is running properly and efficiently.

Engine Services

Check all belts for excessive wear
Check all hoses for cracks and leaks
Check cooling system if air-cooled
Check antifreeze levels and concentration
Check condition and alignment of pulleys
Check fuel, and oil lines for wear, leaks, and loose fittings
Check motor mounts for cracks and loose bolts
Inspect engine-mounting frame for cracks
Check and tighten mounting frame lag bolts
Check clutch operation, adjustment, locking mechanism and bearings for excessive wear
Check condition of air filter, intake, and hoses
Inspect turbocharger condition and operation (if applicable)
Check for loose bolts and wiring connections
Check Murphy system shutdown gauges for proper operation
Inspect exhaust system pipes, elbows, clamps, and connections. Check for leaks
Check tachometer and cable for proper operation
Check charging system
Check belt driven generator mounting frame and adjusting bolts. Adjust if needed
Run generator at speed and check output voltage and frequency
Start and run engine at speed and evaluate oil pressure, temperature, vibrations, and overall operation

Pump Services

Centrifugal Pumps

Check condition of suction line, fittings, and check for leaks
Check hand primer or 12-volt primer for proper operation
Check discharge priming valve, spring, handles, and roll pins for possible problems
Check pump packing and bearings for excessive wear
Check frame mount pump drive shaft and u-joints (or drive coupling) for proper alignment and excessive wear
Check low-pressure shutdown gauge for proper operation
Prime and pressurize pump and check for leaks and check pressure gauge for proper operation
Drain water from pump housing and check for water in bearings, as well as the water slinger condition

Turbine Pumps

Check oil level and for water in gear head
Check packing and slinger (adjust if necessary)
Check anti-reversing mechanism on gear head
Check and grease drive shaft u-joints as well as checking for wear
Check driveline guards and straps
Check bearings and gears for excessive wear
Check and tighten discharge head lag bolts
Run at pressure and check for leaks, vibration, and check pressure for proper operation
Remove plugs and drain water from discharge head

Submersible

Inspect all electrical connections, wiring and conduit at wellhead
Check for safety cable connection and wiring connections
Run and check for leaks, proper back pressure, and pressure gauge operation
Drain water from discharge head and lines

Pivot Services

Inspect and tighten (if needed) all pivot bolts, anchors, and tie downs
Grease all fittings on pivot structure
Inspect condition of 86 copper ground wire and grounding rod
Inspect collector ring condition, weather shield, and lubricate
Check control panel enclosure condition, and inspect internal wiring components
Check for proper incoming voltage to control panel

Span Services

Inspect and tighten (if needed) all span bolts
Check span electrical cable condition
Check attachment to span structure, and tower hoses
Check installation and condition of sprinklers and drops

Drive Tower Services

Inspect and tighten (if needed) all bolts and lug nuts
Check tire condition and air pressure
Check wheel gearboxes for leaks and fill with oil to proper level
Check center drive gearbox for leaks and fill to proper level
Inspect center drive motor housing and cover condition
Check condition of drive shafts, u-joints, and crop guards (adjust if necessary)
Inspect tower box covers for leaks, and check latches
Check alignment switches, ball joints, adjusting rod, and nuts for smooth operation and adjustibilty

End Gun & Booster Services

*Please Note: To access the end gun and boosters, you must be able to run your system at full pressure at the time of service

Flush system with sand traps off (We will notify you regarding excessive sand or rust in traps if applicable)
Check end gun skinner valve and hoses for leaks and proper operation
Check end gun as well as booster pump for proper operation- will adjust if needed along with adjusting the pressure switch

Overhang Services

Inspect pipes along with all support cables and brackets
Check and clean automatic drains
Check sand trap gaskets and assess their conditions
Check sign and mounting brackets

Corner System Services

*Please Note: Corner systems will be charged as TWO towers

Inspect and grease rollers, pendulum swivel points, and check for excessive wear
Check run cycle and safety switches for proper operation- making adjustments if necessary
Check corner span for loose bolts, tightening if needed
Check span cables and sprinkler control hoses for the proper attachments
Grease swivel points on corner steering wheels
Inspect tires, rims, and lug nuts
Inspect tire pressure and fill if necessary
Inspect drive motors, gearboxes, drive shafts, and u-joints. Fill gearboxes to proper levels
Inspect corner control box condition and components- advise of possible problems
Check sprinklers, drops, and control valves for proper installation

302-875-3856

Sales@SussexIrrigation.com