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A horse exercise machine is an investment and it's essential to protect this investment through regular maintenance. The maintenance of your horse walker can extend the life of the device and reduce the chance of malfunctions.
Horse exercise machines are one of the most essential devices a horse owner can have. The use of horse walkers is a great way to maintain the health and fitness of horses. However, an exercise machine can only fulfill its function if the device is well maintained. In this blog, we discuss some important tips and guidelines for maintaining your horse walker.
The Importance of Regular Maintenance
Regular maintenance of your exercise machine is important to maintain the functionality of the device and ensure the safety of the horses. A horse walker is a complex device and each part has its own specific maintenance requirements.
Maintaining the Construction
The construction of the horse walker is the most important part of the device. It's important to regularly check the installation for signs of wear, corrosion, or damage. If there are signs of damage or wear, this should of course be repaired immediately.
Flooring and maintenance
It is important to regularly check and clean the ground and drainage system of the horse walker. A ground that is not regularly cleaned can lead to build-up of dirt and mud, which can result in injuries to horses. Especially when, for example, excrement remains, it can become slippery. Therefore, clean the walker regularly!
Maintenance of Mechanical Parts
The mechanical parts of the horse walker need to be lubricated regularly and checked for wear and damage. Not regularly maintaining these parts can lead to malfunctions and unsafe situations for the horses using the exercise machine.
Replacing Horse Walker Parts
When it turns out that a part of your horse walker is in need of maintenance, you would like to easily access replacement horse walker parts. So also check with suppliers if they can help you with spare parts. In this way, you can quickly enjoy your walker again. The most important spare parts are the oil for the lubrication system and bars for the partitions.
Are you looking for more information about the different horse walkers? Then read our e-book about the added value of a horse walker compared to the pasture or treadmill.
