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DESCRIPTION 8 AERATOR PRO
Description
INTENDED USE AND FUNCTION
The Aerator Pro is a self-propelled coring tine type
aerator. The Aerator Pro is intended to be used for
the aeration of the turf or soil at a properly prepared
worksite. The Aerator Pro is NOT intended to be used
for any purpose other than the aeration of turf. If
equipped with the optional Sod Roller Kit, the Aerator
Pro intended function changes from aeration to an
intended function of sod rolling. The Aerator Pro is
NOT designed for or intended to accept riders.
LOCATION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS
REMOVABLE
FRONT WEIGHT
FRONT
DRUM
AND
FILL
PLUG
HANDLEBAR
CLUTCH HANDLE
REMOVABLE TRANSPORT WHEELS
TINE REEL
ENGINE
LOCATION
TRANSPORT
WHEELS
HANDLE
ENGINE
THROTTLE
Figure 2
DESCRIPTION OF ENGINE AND OPERATOR
CONTROLS
The operator controls (See FIGURE 2) are located on
the handlebar. They consist of the engine throttle, the
clutch handle, and the transport wheels handle.
Ensure that all operator controls are in good
operating condition. Do not alter operator controls
and/or operate the Aerator with defective or
non-operational operator controls.
Engine Controls: The engine controls are all located
on the engine except for the throttle. The engine is
equipped with a On/Off switch, a fuel shutoff valve,
and a choke. Ensure that all engine controls are in
good operating condition. Do not alter engine controls
and/or operate the Aerator with defective or
non-operational engine controls.
Engine Throttle: The throttle is located on the right
hand side of the handlebar. Pull the throttle up to
increase the engine speed. Set the throttle at a speed
that is comfortable for the operator to walk safely
behind. Decrease throttle speed when operating in an
area of close obstacles.
Transport Wheels Handle: The transport wheels
handle, located across the rear of the of the
handlebar, raises or lowers the transport wheels.
Push on the transport handle to raise the transport
wheels and set the tines into the turf. To lower the
transport wheels and remove the tines from the turf,
pull back on the transport handle.
Clutch Handle: The clutch handle is located across
the top of the handlebar. Slowly pull back on the
clutch handle to engage the drive.
DANGER
To Avoid Serious Injury,
Move To the Operator’s
Position Behind The Handlebar Before Engaging
Any Operator Control Handle.
Slowly Engage The Clutch Handle. Fast
Engagement On Uneven Ground Can Cause The
Aerator To Tip Or Roll Over.
The clutch will not act as a brake when released.
If the clutch is released or disengaged when the
Aerator is going up a slope, the machine will
freewheel and roll backwards towards the operator. If
the clutch is released or disengaged when going
down a slope, the machine will freewheel forward.