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of the channel. Often when the channel moves, it also requires moving the pivot point, making the pivot shorter or only running the pivot a part circle.


In other instances, dirt work was needed to get the system operating again or to fix smaller areas of the field. Fixing these issues requires large investments of time and money, and some fields will likely never be put back into crop production.


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Another big takeaway from last year is knowing what to do in the future when flooding affects irrigation equipment. First, remember that safety is critical, so make sure all electricity is shut off before evaluating the equipment. Next, determine how high the floodwater actually got by looking for a dirty water line, and then inspect all equipment that had water over it. The main components to check


on center pivots are the wheel and center drive gearboxes, center drive motors on electric drive pivots, the pivot panel, and tower boxes if the water reached them.


Hydraulic drive pivots will need the wheel gearboxes checked, but the hydraulic


gearboxes and then top them off with oil. However, if the oil looks contaminated, the entire gearbox should be drained and refilled with new oil. Pivot panel and tower boxes should be inspected by a service technician or electrician and repaired or replaced as needed if water reached them.


An estimated 14 MILLION people across the Midwest and South were affected.


system should typically be all right unless the pump and/or oil reservoir were submerged. Also, inspect every component to make sure floating debris has not crashed against it causing damage to the structure or exposed wiring.


When looking at the components closer, the center drive motors should be dried and cleaned by removing the stator housing. Drain any water from the


Evaluation of the electric motor or internal combustion engine that powers the water pump needs to be very complete. An engine needs to be dried and cleaned as soon as possible to prevent rusting and may need to be completely rebuilt. An electric motor should also be removed and taken to the shop to be completely dried and cleaned and to have the bearings greased before running. Wells


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