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EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The invisible partner on a successful farm is smooth-running equipment. And to make that possible, you need good maintenance, the ability to spot and diagnose problems before they get out of hand, and the tools and knowledge to make basic repairs. In this beginner's guide, experienced farmers Steve and Ann Larkin Hansen cover it all. With their clear instructions and troubleshooting tips, you will save money on repairs and learn to safely operate and maintain your equipment so that it serves you for many years to come.
Synopsis
This accessible introduction to the repair and maintenance of small-farm equipment covers basic maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of tractors as well as mowers, trimmers, tillers, ATVs, plows, discs, drills, planters, cultivators, mechanical rakes, and balers.
Synopsis
This Storey Basics® title offers exactly what you need to know to keep your small farm's equipment in good working order. Long-time farmers Steve and Ann Larkin Hansen cover everything from tractors and mowers to trimmers, tillers, ATVs, plows, discs, drills, planters, cultivators, mechanical rakes, and balers, showing you how to care for your equipment to prevent problems and how to diagnose and fix the things that do go wrong.
About the Author
Steve and Ann Larkin Hansen, authors of Maintaining Small-Farm Equipment, have run a family farm in Wisconsin for the last 20 years. While Steve has kept their farm equipment running smoothly, Ann has authored books, including The Organic Farming Manual, A Landowner’s Guide to Managing Your Woods, Finding Good Farmland, Making Hay, and Electric Fencing. She has also served as a regional editor for The Country Today and a contributing writer to Mother Earth News.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter One: Parts
Chapter Two: Systems
Chapter Three: Fluids
Chapter Four: Tools
Chapter Five: Maintenance
Chapter Six: Diagnostics
Chapter Seven: Repairs
Chapter Eight: Getting Professional Help
Resources
Maintenance Log
Index