Adequate And Safe Electrical
UNIVERSITY PARK - Con
ducting a regular maintenance
program on your farm electrical Catching problems early could
system can help you detect help you avoid the potential
potential problems before they dangers of the improper use of
happen. You don’t need expensive electricity. Those include electric
equipment or years of training to shocks, fires, stray voltage and
Spiders: Nature’s Pest Control Agents
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Dichlorvos strips (vapona) give
good control for several months in
rooms with minimal ventilation.
Residual sprays for crack and
crevice application should contain
bendiocarb, carbaryl (sevin),
chlorpyuriphos (Dursban),
diazinon, malathion or propoxor
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• Front-Side and Rear Loading and Unloading
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R.D. #2, Box 8
Newburg, Pa. 17240
717-423-6794
Systems For Farms
make many checks on your own.
(Baygon).
The entomologist does not
recommend extensive chemical
treatment outdoors for spider
control. “Spiders are an important
part of the natural population,” he
says. “Their elimination may
allow undesirable insects to
multiply.”
poor lighting leading to reduced
animal and poultry production.
Inspect your system on a regular
basis. Repair any deficiencies
before they give you trouble.
Upgrade your system by installing
new circuits where needed and by
using the proper electric wiring
and enclosures.
You can use the following items
as a maintenance program
checklist to determine the
adequacy of your electrical
system. If you mark NO to any of
the questions, check the situation.
When major changes are needed
in the electric system, bring in a
competent electrical contractor
with knowledge and experience in
the desired application area to do
the work. The electric utility, local
electrical inspection agency or
private inspection agency should
be contacted for assistance in
planning the changes.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
ITEM YES NO NOT
APPLICABLE
OVER-CURRENT PROTECTION (Fuses, circuit breakers)
Does your system have capacity to operate all equipment?
Do some circuits continually trip the circuit breaker or blow
the fuse?
Have you maintained the proper size fuse for the circuits?
GROUNDING
Is your grounding electrode (rod) properly connected to the electric
system?
Are you using grounding type receptacles at convenience outlets?
Are all pieces of electrical equipment grounded?
Have you maintained the ground connection on portable equipment
and extension cords?
Do you connect your auxiliary generator to ground?
WIRING
Is all wiring and conduit well fastened and undamaged?
Do you use extension cords only for emergencies, tool operation, and
short time periods?
Are you using moisture-resistant wiring methods m damp locations?
Have you removed all disconnected wiring?
Are the panelboards protected from the weather?
EQUIPMENT
Are you using enclosed lighting fixtures in areas where protection is
needed?
Are the electric motors in your system easy to start? (They do not
require spinning the pulley, etc.)
Are the guards in place around the drive systems?
Have you lubricated the motor bearings on a regular basis?
Have you cleaned out electric enclosures? (Use compressed air with
power off.)
PAUL B.
POD H DO
Lancaster Farming Saturday, January 3,1987-07
INC.