Guard tubes deformed and split on one side

Insufficient guard tube overlap or no overlap at all with extended PTO drive shaft

Adjust guard tube length. See "Preparing the Mower-Conditioner" Section

Replace parts

Premature wear of guard bearing

Guard tubes interfering with components on the tractor

Ensure adequate clearance to tractor components

Replace parts

Extremely dirty or damaged guard tubes

Clean guard tubes

Replace parts

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