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Testing and maintenance of milking machines

Level 3 - Extension Workers, Input & Service Providers

Introduction

1. You will learn about...

2. Introduction

3. Milking machine checks

4. Daily checks

5. Check air admissions are clear

6. Check teats as cups come off

7. Check cow behaviour

8. Listen to the pulsator

9. Weekly checks

10. Check filters on pulsator airlines

11. Listen to the regulator

12. Check drain valves on the vacuum line

13. Check vacuum pump oil system

14. Check liner condition

15. Monthly checks

16. Milking machine testing

17. Types of milking machine tests

18. Types of milking machine tests Cont'd...

19. Milking machine test report

20. How often should the milking machine be serviced?