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

Use this inspection checklist as a guide to maintaining your Grow-Disk 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.

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