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85372

STEP  1. 

(See  Figures  1  and  2)

  Loosen  the  upper 

handlebar  mounting  hardware  and  rotate  the 

handlebar  from  the  “shipping  position”  to  the 

“operating  position”.  The  handlebar  is  in  the 

operating  position  when  the  handlebar  tubes 

drop  into  the  handlebar  support  channels.  Lightly 

retighten the upper handlebar mounting hardware 

to keep the handlebar in position.

STEP 2.

 Check the position and routing of the control 

cables. The cables must not be trapped or caught 

on any chassis or handlebar component. 

DO NOT 

START ENGINE!

STEP  3.

  (See  Figures  2  and  3)

  The  TurnAer  has 

multiple handlebar heights that can be adjusted for 

the comfort of the operator. The handlebar was set 

at the factory in the HIGH position. 

Note: handlebar 

heights  are  with  the  aerator  lowered  and  tines  in 

the ground. 

When the optional Chariot attachment is used, the 

increased height of the operator while standing on 

the Chariot should be considered when choosing 

a handlebar height settings.

REFER TO FIGURE 3 FOR MOUNTING 

HEIGHTS

To Change Handlebar Height -
● Loosen the lower handlebar mounting hardware.
● Loosen and remove the upper handlebar mounting 

hardware.

● Raise or lower the handlebar and handlebar support 

plate to the matching hole on the frame mounting 

plate (High, Middle or Low).

● Select the upper or the lower mounting hole on the 

handlebar tube (Refer to Figure 2 and 3). Both sides 

must use the same hole.

●  Replace  hardware  and  securely  tighten  both  the 

Assembly

ASSEMBLY

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,

Remove Wire From Spark Plug Before 

Performing Any Assembly Procedure

Do Not Use The Engine To Perform Or Aid In 

Any Assembly Procedures.

Always Follow All Safety Hazard Warnings.

Read And Follow All Safety Decals.

Wear The Appropriate Safety Gear.

SAFE-14

WARNING

FIGURE 1

UPPER

HANDLEBAR

MOUNTING

HARDWARE

SHIPPING

POSITION

OPERATING

POSITION

ROTATE HANDLEBAR INTO

OPERATING POSITION

LOWER

HANDLEBAR

MOUNTING

HARDWARE

AS85372-01

FIGURE 2

AS85372-02

UPPER 

HANDLEBAR 

MOUNTING 

HARDWARE

HANDLEBAR

SUPPORT

CHANNEL

UPPER

LOWER

HANDLEBAR

MOUNTING

HOLES

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,

Support the Tine Reel Assemblies On a Secure 

Wooden Surface To Ensure that the Tine Reel 

Assemblies Will Not Fall Or Drop On Hands 

and Feet. 

Use Caution When Working Around the Tine 

Reel Assembly, Tines Have Sharp Edges That 

Can Easily Cut Hands.

SAFETY FIRST!! 

SAFETY FIRST!!

Summary of Contents for 85372

Page 1: ...665263 DANGER IF INCORRECTLY USED THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY THOSE WHO USE AND MAINTAIN THIS MACHINE SHOULD BE TRAINED IN ITS PROPERUSE WARNEDOFITSDANGERS ANDSHOULDREADTHEENTIREMANUAL BEFOR...

Page 2: ...furnish your Model Designation Product Number and Serial Number when ordering parts Model Designation TurnAer 6 Product Number 85372 Serial Number __________________________ Engine Serial Number ____...

Page 3: ...ort Wheels Raised Wheels Latched Up Weight 163 Kg 359 Pounds Engine Product Number 85372 Honda 2 98 kW 4 0 HP GX120 With 6 1 Gear Reducer Drive V Belt to Differential RC 40 Roller Chain to Tines Reels...

Page 4: ...ry may get caught in the mechanism Wear shoes that will protect your feet The protection of leather shoes boots or steel toed safety shoes is required Hard Hat A hard hat should be considered when usi...

Page 5: ...d can cause leakage Check the fuel lines and ttings frequently for cracks and leaks Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt Then pull the cord rapidly to avoid kickback and to prevent ha...

Page 6: ...ting hardware Loosen and remove the upper handlebar mounting hardware Raise or lower the handlebar and handlebar support plate to the matching hole on the frame mounting plate High Middle or Low Selec...

Page 7: ...TIONS MIDDLE POSITION HIGH POSITIONS FIGURE 3 LOW POSITIONS MIDDLE POSITION HIGH POSITIONS AS85391 03 LOW MIDDLE HIGH FRAME MOUNTING PLATE NOTE MEASUREMENTS ARE WITH THE AERATOR LOWERED AND THE TINES...

Page 8: ...ring and transport controls and the rear transport wheels latch handle Ensure that all operator controls are in good operating condition Do not alter operator controls and or operate the TurnAer 6 wit...

Page 9: ...of the unit During aeration tines in the turf Applying the right steering control makes the aerator turn right applying the left steering control makes the aerator turn left When applied the controls...

Page 10: ...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...

Page 11: ...may be damaged in the aerating process MAXIMUM ANGLE OF OPERATION WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY Do Not Operate the TurnAer 6 On Steep Slopes MAXIMUM SLOPE ANGLE IS 15 DEGREES The Aerator Can Tip Rol...

Page 12: ...typical lawn using a traditional aerator you might expect to lift the machine over 100 times A 90 reduction reduces lifting to 10 times These results are only obtained when operated correctly This new...

Page 13: ...ntrol and engage the left control To make turns while transporting pull back on the handlebar to reducing traction by slightly lifting the front tires while pulling to the side you want to turn When t...

Page 14: ...rn Make sure you keep the machine rolling while turning Aerating In Tight Areas All lawns will have areas that are too tight to turn using the steering system This is the 10 of the time you will have...

Page 15: ...to service personnel Inspect fuel levels Do not ll fuel tank over 3 4 full Check for proper lubrication of the entire machine Check for proper oil levels in the engine Check condition and sharpness o...

Page 16: ...ervals of oil change proper oil types and ll levels for the engine and the gear reduction unit ADJUSTMENTS Check and retighten nuts and screws frequently to ensure safe operation Chain Idler Sprocket...

Page 17: ...er end of the clutch cable is securely mounted to the clutch control handle Check the engine mounting hardware the hardware should be tight and engine pulley should be in line with the clutch pulley S...

Page 18: ...en removed for service Before adjusting the cable the caliper pads should be adjusted See Steering Control and Caliper Pad Adjustment section in this manual After adjustment check caliper operation to...

Page 19: ...4 Remove the square key D from the shafts Step 5 Remove and install the old and new V Belt thru the space between the shafts E Step 6 Reinstall the key D Step 7 Reinstall shaft connector A Punch mark...

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