TROUBLE SHOOTING
Most Commonly Asked Questions
Q. When my cow enters the headgate she goes right
o
n through. The headgate won’t catch her. Why
won’t my headgate hold?
A. There could be a couple of reasons why the
cows are not being caught.
1. Possibly you are setting the headgate too wide to
catch the
animal. Try setting the headgate one
setting narrower.
2. Another possible reason is that someone has put
heavy
oil or grease on the headgate locks. If this
has happened, wash the oil and grease out. When
the headgate locks are thoroughly cleaned, lubricate
the locks with WD-40 or a similar light lubricant.
(Use lubricant sparingly)
Q. My side squeeze releases the cow while I am
t
rying to work on her. Why isn’t it holding?
A. The side squeeze is designed to hold in any
position. With extended use the lock can wear. It
may be that your lock has worn to the point it needs
to be replaced. If so, please call your Priefert
Dealer for replacement parts.
Q. How should I care for my chute? Does it need
t
o be put on a concrete slab? Should it be put
inside?
A. The main threat to the life of the chute is animal
waste and rust. After use, the chute should be
washed to remove manure and other accumulations.
It is not necessary to put the chute inside or on a
cement slab. It is beneficial, for the chute and the
operator, to have a slab for the chute to set on. If
the chute is going to be set on the ground, blocking
the ends will extend chute life and prevent dirt from
accumulating on the side exit shaft under the floor.
The chute does need regular lubrication at all pivot
points on the headgate and tailgate and the side
squeeze. The gravity latches and collars will also
benefit from lubrication.
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