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(a) Parts of reciprocating mower (functions)
(i) Shoe – separates the grass to be cut from the rest.
(ii) Shaft board – separates the cut crop from the uncut crop.
(iii) Cutter bar – Forms the frame work on which all parts of the mower are mounted and hold grass cut.
(b) Outline two maintenance practices on a disc plough
- Lubricate the hub.
- Apply oil on metallic parts during long storage.
- Tighten loose nuts and bolts.
- Shorten blunt chics dry hammering.
john3 answered the question on December 15, 2017 at 14:45
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