{"product_id":"mbar-calf-feeder-20-teat","title":"MBAR CALF FEEDER 20 TEAT 120L MILKBAR 910800","description":"\u003cp id=\"c1-id-77\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eMilk Bar™ 20\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-78\"\u003eProduct Code: 910800\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-79\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eThe Milk Bar™ 20 has a solid base so calves cannot knock it over, even when they are close to weaning.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-80\"\u003eA fairly large feeder, the feeder bowl stacks inside the base when not in use to reduce storage space.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-81\"\u003eThere are loads of creative ways to fill the Milk Bar™ 20, but typically a hose is the easiest to avoid carrying buckets through boisterous calves.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-82\"\u003eBeing perfectly round, you can feed 20 calves right through to weaning, either inside or out.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-83\"\u003eFitted with Milk Bar™ Teats to improve average daily gains.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-84\"\u003eNow with an optional extra lid!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-85\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eHow to use\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-86\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eThe Milk Bar™ 20 comes with the feeder bowl stacked inside the base and a pack of the bolts and instructions you will need to assemble the feeder ready for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-87\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e1. Place the feeder bowl upside down on the ground.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-88\"\u003e2. Place the base on to the feeder bowl, lining up the bolt holes.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-89\"\u003e3. Screw the bolts into place. They are wingnut so no need for any tools.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-90\"\u003e4. Fill with milk and leave them to it!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-91\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eHow do I change my teats?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-92\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eMilk Bar™ Teats have a pull through design to sit snugly against the feeder wall for optimum hygiene. However, while this is the most hygienic system, it can also be difficult to change teats!\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-93\"\u003eUse a Teat Tool: This is by far the easiest method. The purpose designed Teat Tool plucks the teat from the feeder with minimal effort in seconds.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-94\"\u003ePull the teats out by hand: When removing by hand, make sure to either pull the teat directly down or up. If you try to pull the teat straight out, it will be a tough job!\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-95\"\u003eCut the teats out: Make sure the blade is sharp and you use the knife away from you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-96\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eBe sure to check the teat alignment is correct and the slit is vertical!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-97\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eCleaning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-98\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eMilk is a difficult substance to clean off of surfaces. You need hot water to remove the fat, but the heat can bake the protein onto the surface. Using warm water to get rid of the protein leaves a film of fat. When fats and proteins stick to the surface of equipment, they form a biofilm, a nutrient-rich layer in which bacteria grow.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-99\"\u003eThe biofilm protects bacteria from the cleaning process and results in equipment that appears clean but has bacteria on the surface. The cleaning process not only needs to remove fat and protein from surfaces but prevent the formation of a biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-100\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eMade from renewable, high quality natural rubber, Milk Bar™ Teats are kinder to the environment. Natural rubber absorbs the milk fat and protein which can cause the teats to become softer and start to drip. The milk flow can become faster, decreasing calf performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-101\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eRecommended cleaning: Use Milk Bar™ Detergent, a dishwashing detergent, or any other non-chlorine\/ chloride dairy detergent twice a week. Important! Chlorine\/chloride based dairy detergents degrade natural rubber which reduces teat performance and voids any warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-102\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e1. Rinse your teats with water.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-103\"\u003e2. Use a gentle detergent, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use Chlorine\/chloride based dairy detergents!\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-104\"\u003e3. Using a brush, lightly scrub the outside of the teats making sure to bend the teats. By bending the teats, any milk gets pushed back inside the feeder so the detergent can make contact with the inside of the teat wall.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-105\"\u003e4. Rinse clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-106\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eFAQs\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-107\"\u003eThe Milk Bar™ 20 comes fitted with teats and requires some simple assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-108\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eVolume: 120L\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-109\"\u003eWeight: 12kg\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-110\"\u003eHeight: 900mm\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-111\"\u003eWidth: 900mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-112\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eWarranty: The feeder has a two year warranty with proof of purchase.\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-113\"\u003eThe warranty does not apply to consumable parts (teats).\u003cbr id=\"c1-id-114\"\u003eMade from food grade polyethylene and U.V Stabilised for long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-115\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eMilk Bar™ Teats are made from a natural rubber with no synthetic or oil based rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TGRM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48634977911026,"sku":"910800","price":426.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/0528\/5106\/files\/910800.jpg?v=1767670720","url":"https:\/\/tgrm.com.au\/products\/mbar-calf-feeder-20-teat","provider":"Tom Grady Rural Merchandise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}