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85397-85398 Rev F
WARNING
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,
Read and Understand the Entire
Operator’s Manual Before Operating This
Machine.
MOVING THE AERATOR 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
transport wheels mechanism. Tie down points are on
the front and rear of the frame.
Use wheel chocks and
chains to secure the aerator to the vehicle or trailer.
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.
Use the Transport
Locking Pin to secure the XT5 transport wheels in
a lowered position.
When Being Moved By Vehicle Or Trailer,
Securely Tie Down The Aerator To Avoid Damage
To The Tines, Front Tires and Transport Wheels
Mechanism.
Turn the Fuel Shutoff Off During Transport To Avoid
Flooding the Engine.
Do not tip the Aerator on its 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 Aerator, do not
attempt to drive up or down truck or trailer ramps.
Stop the engine, set the neutral knob and manually
push the aerator on any ramps.
The Aerator Weighs 328 Lbs (148 Kg).
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,
Use Proper Rated Lifting Equipment and
Techniques and To Lift the Aerator.
Operation
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
Safety First
Wear the appropriate safety gear. Hearing
protection, gloves and safety shoes are strongly
recommended during operation.
Check - The oil level in
the engine crankcase
with the engine setting
level. If necessary, fill the engine crankcase
in accordance with the engine manufacturer’s
instructions.
Grease - The fittings in the rear wheel hubs.
Use fresh fuel of a type and grade recommended
by the engine manufacturer. Fill the tank 3/4 full.
Check - The transport locking pin
is not locking
transport wheels.
Inspect - The tines and the V-belt for damage.
Check - All guards are in place.
Do Not Operate
Without Guards In Place.
Check - Retighten any loose nuts and screws to
ensure safe operation.
Check - The work site for above and below ground
obstructions and/or dangerous areas.
WORK SITE PREPARATION
Under certain conditions (in very loose and uneven turf),
the Aerator tines can reach a depth of 4-1/2” inches
(113 mm). 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.
Locate and mark
any shallow buried roof drain pipes,
drain tiling, drain catch basins, or any other buried
drainage items that may be damaged in the aerating
process.
USING THE REMOVABLE WEIGHT
(See Figure 5)
When aerating in an area where hard soil conditions
exist, the removable weight may be needed to ensure
that the tines reach the desired penetration depth. Insert
SAFE-22A
OPERATION
WARNING
WARNING
PULL TO UNLOCK DRIVE WHEELS
NEUTRAL
CHECK OIL WITH ENGINE
SITTING LEVEL
TO AVOID SERIOUS
INJURY,
Keep Hands and Feet
Away
From Tines.
SAFE-26A
