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MAINTENANCE 7
GB-19
7 MAINTENANCE
7.1 GENERAL ________________________________________________________________
1. Adjustment and maintenance should always be
performed by a qualified technician. If proper
adjustments cannot be made, contact an Authorized
Jacobsen Dealer.
2. Inspect the equipment on a regular basis, establish a
maintenance schedule and keep detailed records.
a. Keep the equipment clean.
b. Keep all moving parts properly adjusted and lubri-
cated.
c. Replace worn or damaged parts before operating
the machine.
d. Keep all fluids at their proper levels.
e. Keep shields in place and all hardware securely
fastened.
f. Keep tires properly inflated.
3. Long hair, jewelry or loose fitting clothing may get
tangled in moving parts.
4. Use the illustrations in the Parts Catalog as reference
for the disassembly and reassembly of components.
5. Recycle or dispose of all hazardous materials
(batteries, fuel, lubricants, anti-freeze, etc.) according
to local, state or federal regulations.
7.2 ENGINE _________________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT: A separate Engine Manual, prepared by
the engine manufacturer, is supplied with this unit.
Read the engine manual carefully until you are familiar
with the operation and maintenance of the engine.
Proper attention to the engine manufacturer’s
directions will assure maximum service life of the
engine. To order replacement engine manuals contact
the engine manufacturer.
The proper break-in of a new engine can make a
considerable difference to the performance and life of the
engine.
Note: The aerator is designed to operate most efficiently at
the preset governor setting. Do not change the engine
governor settings or overspeed the engine.
During the break-in period, Jacobsen recommends the
following:
1. Operate modestly for the first 25 hours at reduced
engine speed.
2. Avoid full throttle starts and rapid acceleration.
3. Allow the engine to reach operating temperature before
operating at full load.
4. Change the oil and filter after the first 5 hours of
operation.
5. Refer to Section 9.2 and Engine Manual for specific
maintenance intervals.
WARNING
Before you clean, adjust, or repair this equipment,
disengage all drives, lower aerator head to the ground,
stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire to prevent
injuries
Make sure the unit is parked on a solid and level surface.
Never work on a unit that is supported only by the jack.
Always use jack stands.
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