Combine Check List
September 27, 2023
With the recent rain delay, and working through crop changes, here are some key recommendations to keep in mind for your combine:
- Ensure that the sieve and chaffer clearance is correctly set between the monitor and actual – these may need to be recalibrated.
- Conduct a visual walk-around to check belt tensions on the X Series combines, and to check the adjustment springs on the S Series – please refer to the Operators Manual.
- When transitioning to corn harvest, ensure the separator grate spacers are installed.
- Examine the poly on heads and verify their condition. If replacement is necessary, be sure the replacements are ordered promptly.
- Inspect the guards and ensure they have sharp, unrounded edges – refer to the image below for reference. Rounded guard edges can result in a loss of sharing action on the sickle and guards.
- Examine the top of the clean grain housing, specifically the mass flow sensor impact plate, which is made of poly. Worn or contaminated plates can reduce actual yield. This one-piece component can be replaced as needed. Additionally, be aware that high moisture crops can accumulate on this plate.
- Maintain the sharpness of chopper knives, as they cannot be round or dull. A sharp edge is essential for proper functionality.
For additional information, please contact your local Gooseneck Implement, or consult your Operators Manual.


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