PLUGR PL400 COMPACT 22
"
TURF AERATOR MANUAL
Machine Width
22"
Aeration Width Per Pass
22"
Hole Centers
3.63" x 6"
Hole Depth (Up to)
2.75"
Plug Diameter
5/8"
Approx. Sq. Ft. Per Hour (Up to)
22,000
Shipping Weight
255 lbs.
Actual Machine Weight
208 lbs.
Tire
10"
Belt Drive Clutch
V-type
Nylatron Cam Bearings
SPECIFICATIONS
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Handle:
The folding handle comes attached from the factory. To
place into service, retract the handle lock collar, tilt the handle all
the way back and engage the handle lock collar into the locked
position. Reverse the procedure to tilt handle into storage position.
Engine:
Engine and gear case are factory filled with high quality
detergent SAE 30 oil, (SE, SF, or SG). Check level prior to operation.
Please refer to the engine manual or call the engine manufacturer
at the phone number listed in the engine instructions if there are
any questions regarding the engine. NOTE: GASOLINE CAN BE
HAZARDOUS. HANDLE GASOLINE CAREFULLY AT ALL TIMES! USE
LEAD FREE GASOLINE
WITHOUT
OIL MIXED IN.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION! KEEP FINGERS FROM BEING PINCHED UNDER THE
MOVING HAND LEVERS DURING ENGAGEMENT.
Bottom lever:
This lever engages the drive belt idler. Pull it up to
engage. This lever must be held up for machine operation. When
released, forward motion will stop. If the lever fails to spring down
when released, contact the manufacturer immediately for
adjustment instructions as this is a safety feature.
Center lever:
This lever swings the plugr mechanism forward into
the operating position. Release handle and allow lever to move
forward. It will automatically pull itself into operating position.
To aerate:
Release the center lever and allow tines to move
forward. Pull the bottom lever up and hold. Do not push machine
while operating. The holes will be deeper if you allow the PLUGR
to pull itself forward as the tines penetrate the soil.
To stop PLUGR:
Release the bottom lever. It will automatically
spring down to disengage belt idler. Pull the center lever back to
lock. SHUT OFF ENGINE if not continuing.
To remove access cover:
Remove center screw (if CE) and
release rubber latches. Reverse procedure to replace cover.
To operate in cold temperatures:
Engage tines in "up" position
for at least two minutes prior to actual aeration to warm cam
grease.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Cam bearings:
Grease cams on the zerks provided every 10 hours
of operation. We recommend Almagard® #3752 Grease from
Lubrication Engineers®, Inc. Check for wear periodically.
Shaft bearings:
Grease both crank shaft ball bearings on the
zerks provided every 100 hours of operation.
Wheel bearings:
Grease wheel ball bearings on the zerks provided
every 100 hours of operation.
Engine oil/filter:
See engine manufacturer’s instructions. Change
oil and filter at least once a season per engine manual.
V-Belt:
Adjust the clutch cable at the bracket on the handle by
moving the two jam nuts. Be sure to re-tighten jam nuts. Do not
overtighten v-belt. This puts a load on the engine gear box
bearings. The belt is tight enough when it does not slip during
operation.
Tines
(threaded type)
:
These are adjustable by only the thickness
of the jam nut approximately 1/4
"
and the openings should face
the rear of the PLUGR. They are replaceable by loosening the jam
lock nut and unscrewing the tine. All threads are right hand. Install
the tine with the jam lock nut on the tine and use maximum
threads inserted into the tine casting. Tighten jam lock nut against
the tine casting.
Decals:
All safety decals are available for replacement at no cost.
Do not operate without all warning labels clearly readable.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE USED ONLY FOR:
MODEL PL400B SERIAL #716+ & MODEL PL400H SERIAL #764+
MANUALS FOR OLDER UNITS CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.SOURCEONEOPE.COM
