Hay Baler Safety Tips

Bundling your hay into bales is made significantly less challenging and swifter with the use of a hay baler. Balers create compact square or round bales that you can move around without difficulty and stack easily. However, these big machines require you to be responsible for your own safety and the safety of those around you. These tips on hay baler safety will help you operate your baler properly to avoid any incidents.

Review Your Manual

The owner’s manual that came with your piece of equipment is the best resource for how to correctly operate your baler. Also, you’ll find maintenance recommendations in the owner’s manual that will prove invaluable to you. Keep your owner’s manual handy so that you can refer to it often.

Maintain Your Baler

A neglected hay baler is one that’s far more likely to malfunction than one that has had regular tune-ups. In addition to at-home maintenance, it’s helpful to take your hay baler to a professional mechanic at least once per year for a thorough inspection. The Wertzberger Ranch Equipment service department is here to check your baler or make any repairs your machine might need.

Operate With Care

Make sure that your machine is always off before you enter or depart the operating cab. Wear safety equipment such as work boots, gloves, goggles, and close-fitting clothing without any loose ties or draping fabric. Let others know that you’re going to operate the hay baler so that they can stay out of your way. Finally, always be awake and alert when operating your hay baler so that you can focus on the task at hand.

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