Technology & Precision Agriculture
Auto-Steer Setup Checklist
A pre-season checklist for operators setting up auto-steer on a tractor or other machine, covering hardware, software, and the test pass before field work begins.
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What is on this checklist
- Receiver and antenna mounted and secure
- Steering hardware installed per the manual
- Software updated to the current version
- Vehicle profile entered for this machine
- Implement offsets recorded
- Calibration routine completed
- Test pass in an open area
- Manual steering override confirmed working
- Operator briefed on shutoff steps
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and OSHA.
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