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Maintaining the Greenhouse and Equipment

Maintaining the Greenhouse and Equipment. Original Power Point Created by Myron Sellars. Modified by the GA Agriculture Education Curriculum Office July 2002. WHY MAINTAIN?. Greenhouses and equipment must be maintained to reduce costs. FRAMES. Galvanized metal is almost maintenance free.

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Maintaining the Greenhouse and Equipment

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  1. Maintaining the Greenhouse and Equipment Original Power Point Created by Myron Sellars Modified by the GA Agriculture Education Curriculum Office July 2002

  2. WHY MAINTAIN? Greenhouses and equipment must be maintained to reduce costs.

  3. FRAMES • Galvanized metal is almost maintenance free. • Non-galvanized metal must be painted to avoid rust and corrosion. • Wood must cleaned and painted every 2-3 years.

  4. COVERINGS • Rigid covering must be cleaned of dust and dirt. Average lifespan is 10 to 20 years. • Polyethylene must be carefully cleaned to avoid tearing. Average lifespan is 3 to 4 years.

  5. BENCHES • Galvanized metal and aluminum benches need to be sterilized between crops. • Wood benches must be cleaned between crops and painted every 2-3 years.

  6. WALKWAYS • Gravel must be replaced as needed. • Concrete must be cleaned and cracks filled. • Never forget to add bullets

  7. ELECTRICAL • Never attempt to repair 240 volt power. • Hire a professional to repair cords, switches, relays, and thermostats.

  8. SEVERE WEATHER • Cold Weather: turn the thermostat up a few degrees for additional heat. In the case of heavy snow, remove any hanging baskets hanging from the frame. • Wind Storms: make sure the covering is securely attached. Do not remain in the greenhouse during a storm. During a heavy rain, watch for water pockets.

  9. FANS • Clean-off any rust and repaint • If applicable, lubricate motor

  10. INFLATION FAN • The inflation fan in double-poly houses must be lubricated every 6 months.

  11. COOLING PADS • Adjust the flow of the pump to wet the pads. • Opened clogged holes in the distribution pipe. • Clean algae from the pad and sump. • Prevent salt build-up by constantly draining a small amount of water. • Keep the pH of the sump solution between 6.0 to 9.0. • Lubricate the ventilation shutter.

  12. HEATERS • Never attempt to repair a heater. Hire a professional. • Check the burner for proper flames ( should be two shades of blue with little or no yellow). • Check the pilot flame if applicable.

  13. SPRAYERS • Use a strainer when filling the sprayer. • Clean after use. • Replace broken parts. • Clean or replace nozzle. • Lubricate wheels.

  14. HAND TOOLS • Keep clean and sharp. • Use the proper tool.

  15. ENGINES • At the beginning of the season change the spark plug and air filter. • Use the recommended oil. • 2-cycle engines: mix the oil and gas. • 4-cycle engines: check the oil level. • Drain the gasoline from the engine before storage.

  16. MAINTAINING THEGREENHOUSE • Keeps the high cost of equipment replacement down.

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