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OPERATION
WARNING
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,
Read and Understand the Entire
Operator’s Manual Before Operating
This Machine.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
Safety First
Wear the appropriate safety gear.
Hearing protection, gloves and
safety shoes are recommended when
operating the TurnAer 6.
Check -
The oil level in the engine crankcase
with the engine horizontal. If necessary, fill the
engine crankcase in accordance with the engine
manufacturer’s instructions. Engine may have
been shipped from the factory without oil.
Check -
The oil level in the engine gear reducer
with the engine horizontal. Fill in accordance with
the engine manufacturer’s instructions. Engine
gear reducer may have been shipped from the
factory without oil.
Grease -
The fittings in the rear transport wheel
hubs.
Check Fuel -
Use fresh fuel of a type and grade
recommended by the engine manufacturer. Fill the
tank 3/4 full.
Inspect -
The tines and the V-belt for damage.
Check -
For a buildup of dirt, cores, and grass
around the tine reels and under the top guard.
Check -
All guards are in place.
Check -
Retighten any loose nuts and screws to
ensure safe operation.
Check -
The operator controls. Controls must be
fully operational.
Check -
The work site for above and below ground
obstructions and/or dangerous areas.
MOVING THE TURNAER TO THE WORKSITE
When moving the aerator in a vehicle or on a trailer,
the machine must be securely tied down. Relying
solely on the aerator drive train to prevent movement
may cause damage to the tines, drive mechanism, and
wheels lift latching mechanism. Use wheel chocks and
chains to secure the aerator to the vehicle or trailer.
Use the tie down loop to secure the unit. Place a piece
of plywood under the tines while it is being moved to
provide extra protection for the aerator tines and the
vehicle or trailer.
WARNING
CAUTION
When Being Moved By Vehicle Or Trailer,
Securely Tie Down The Aerator To Avoid Damage
To The Tines, Front Tires and Wheel Lift Latching
Mechanism.
Do not tip the TurnAer on its back or nose during
transportation, operation, service or cleaning. If tipped,
engine oil from the crankcase will enter the piston
cylinder and foul the spark plug.
When loading or unloading the TurnAer, do not
attempt to drive up or down truck or trailer ramps.
Stop the engine and manually push the aerator up
any ramps.
WARNING
The TurnAer 6 Weighs 163 Kg (359 Lbs).
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,
Use Proper Rated Lifting Equipment and
Techniques and To Lift the TurnAer 6.
WORK SITE PREPARATION
Inspect the worksite for safety and any operational
related deficiencies. Deficiencies are anything that
may cause damage to the machine, cause injury to the
operator, or cause injury to bystanders. Prepare the
worksite by correcting any deficiencies found during
the inspection.
The TurnAer 6 tines operate under the ground at a depth
of 70 mm (2-3/4” inches). Under certain conditions, the
TurnAer 6 tines can reach a depth of 113 mm (4-1/2”
inches). Damage will occur to any buried object that
the tines may come in contact with. Plan your path
and know the location of any below ground as well as
above ground objects that could be damaged by the
aerating process.
Locate and mark
all shallow buried electric service,
cable TV, telephone, outdoor lighting, and any other
buried cable that may be damaged by the aerating
process.
Locate and mark
all irrigation heads, above and below
ground irrigation control boxes, and any shallow
buried irrigation lines that may be damaged by the
aerating process.
Locate and mark
any shallow buried natural gas,
propane gas, or other gas or fuel line that may be
damaged by the aerating process.
Operation
SAFE-06
