TURFCO TurnAer-26 Operator'S Manual, Maintenance Manual, Parts List Download

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Speciﬁcations

Intended Use:

The TurnAer-26 is a self-propelled, steerable, coring tine aerator. The TurnAer-26 is

intended to be used for the aeration of the turf or soil at a properly prepared worksite. The TurnAer-26

is NOT intended to be used for any purpose other than the aeration of turf. The TurnAer-26 is NOT designed

for or intended to accept riders.

Aerating Speed

..........Up to 110 Meters Per Minute (359 Feet Per Minute) (21,557 Feet Per Hour)

at 6.6 Km/h (4.1 MPH)

Aerating Rate

.............Up to 4068 sq. meters Per Hour (4865 sq. yd.) (43,787 Sq. Ft. Per Hour)

Aerating Depth

...........Up to 70 mm (2-3/4” Inches)

Aerating Width

...........0.619 Meter (24-3/8” Inches)

TurnAer-26 Width

.......0.897 Meter (35-5/16” Inches)

TurnAer-26 Length

.....0.99 Meter (39” Inches) Handlebars In Folded Storage Position

1.473 Meter (58” Inches) Handlebars In Operating Position, Wheels Down

TurnAer-26 Height

......0.914 Meter (36” Inches) In With Handlebars Folded Storage Position

1.295 Meter (51” Inches) With Handlebar In Operating Position (Middle

Height Setting), Wheels Lowered (Transport Wheels Down)

0.99 Meter (39” Inches) With Handlebar In Operating Position (Middle

Handlebar Height Setting), Wheels Raised (Transport wheels Raised)

Weight

........................152 Kg (335 Pounds)

Engine

.........................Product Number 85370 - 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 and Front Drums

Clutch

.........................Belt Idler Type, Controlled From Operating Position

Tines

...........................Coring Type, 19 mm Diameter (3/4” Inch) Heat Treated Alloy Steel

V-Belt

..........................Goodyear B48F 85510

Chain

...........................RC-40 Roller Chain

Bearings

.....................Flange Mounted Self-Aligning Sealed Ball Bearings

Wheels

........................8” x 2.5” Inch Semi-Pneumatic Rib Tread Tires With 5/8” Roller Bearings

Registered Trademarks and Patents

TurnAer-26™

is covered under U.S. Patent 6,708,773

Additional Patents Pending

TurnAer-26™

is a trademark on Turfco Mfg., Inc.

TURFCO

is a registered trademark of Turfco Mfg., Inc.

Vibration and Noise Emission Levels

Vibration Level:

Operator Position

on Handlebar =

0.41 m/s2 RMS

Operating Conditions:

Full Throttle, Operating

Noise Emission Level:

Operator Position

Sound Pressure (LpA) =

87.5 dBA

Sound Pressure Level (LwA) =

97 dBA

Operating Conditions:

Full Throttle, Stationary, Aerator Operating

WARNING

THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF

CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

ONLY OPERATE ENGINE IN AREAS WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION.

DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE IN ENCLOSED AREAS.

SPECIFICATIONS

Summary of Contents for TurnAer-26

Page 1: ...63509 Rev B 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 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET UP OPERATE OR SERVICE THE MACHINE TURFCO MFG INC 1655 101st Avenue NE Minneapolis MN 55449 4420 USA Phone 763 785 1000 FAX 763 785 0556 www turfco com 2004 Turfco Mfg Inc ...

Page 2: ...ecessary to furnish your Model Designation Product Number and Serial Number when ordering parts Model Designation TurnAer 26 Product Number 85370 Serial Number __________________________ Engine Serial Number _________________________ Date Purchased ________________________ Purchased From _____________________________ How To Obtain Parts and Service To order parts or to arrange repair service conta...

Page 3: ...els Raised Transport wheels Raised Weight 152 Kg 335 Pounds Engine Product Number 85370 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 and Front Drums Clutch Belt Idler Type Controlled From Operating Position Tines Coring Type 19 mm Diameter 3 4 Inch Heat Treated Alloy Steel V Belt Goodyear B48F 85510 Chain RC 40 Roller Chain Bearing...

Page 4: ...Jewelry 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 using equipment on a golf course The danger of being hit General Safety Practices by a golf ball should be a major concern as well as protection needed while operating under trees or around obstacle...

Page 5: ...n cause leakage Check the fuel lines and ﬁttings 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 hand or arm injury Do not remove the fuel tank cap or ﬁll fuel tank while the engine is hot or running Allow the engine to cool before refueling Do not operate the engine if gasoline is spilled Do not oper...

Page 6: ...ly Cut Hands STEP 1 See Figure 1 Loosen the handlebar locking nuts and rotate the handlebar from the storage position to the operating position Retighten the nuts to secure the handlebar STEP 2 See Figure 1 Check the position and routing of the clutch control cable the steering brake cables and the throttle cable The cables must not be trapped or caught on any chassis or handlebar component DO NOT...

Page 7: ...n the cable by turning the adjuster Set the adjuster so that the spring on the cable stretches a 1 2 to 3 4 13 mm to 19 mm from its original length when the clutch handle is engaged When the clutch handle is released the machine should not creep forward Reset the locking nut NOTE Additional clutch adjustment information can be found in the Maintenance section in this manual page 15 STEP 5 Recheck ...

Page 8: ...located on the handlebar They consist of the engine throttle the clutch handle the steering brake controls and the transport wheels lift handle Ensure that all operator controls are in good operating condition Do not alter operator controls and or operate the TurnAer 26 with defective or non operational operator controls Description FIGURE 4 HANDLEBAR CLUTCH HANDLE ENGINE CONTROLS TRANSPORT WHEELS...

Page 9: ...eleased If the clutch is released or disengaged when the TurnAer 26 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 WARNING Slowly Engage The Clutch Handle Fast Engagement May Cause The Operator to Lose Control of the Aerator Right and Left Turn Steering Brake C...

Page 10: ... 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...

Page 11: ...e equipped with an Oil Alert System that detects insufﬁcient oil levels in the engine crankcase If the TurnAer 26 is operated on a slope the Oil Alert System may detect a low oil condition causing the engine to shut down ENGINE STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS Keep hands and feet away from tines tine reels and front rollers Ensure that the engine oil levels are correct and that the gas tank has ...

Page 12: ...ering brake lever Apply the left brake to turn left or the right brake turn right For best aerating results limit turns to gentle sweeping turns and normal turns at the end of a row Very tight turns are possible with the aerator but the aerating holes will be enlarged if turns are too tight To back up the TurnAer 26 the transport wheels must be lowered to remove the tines from the turf Use the han...

Page 13: ...ocking nuts and rotate the handlebar forward until locks into a forward position The handlebar should not rest on the front bumper Retighten locking nuts Take care not to trap or stress any control cables TO RETURN TO SERVICE AFTER EXTENDED STORAGE inspect the entire machine for any damage that may have occurred during storage Look for loose or missing parts Refer any needed correction to the prop...

Page 14: ...icate all pivot points with light machine oil Engine and Gear Reducer CHECK OIL LEVELS DAILY Follow the engine manufacturer s manual for intervals of oil change proper oil types and ﬁll levels for the engine and the gear reduction unit ADJUSTMENTS Check and retighten nuts and screws frequently to ensure safe operation Chain Idler Sprocket Adjustment See Figure 6 The chain idler sprockets one locat...

Page 15: ...he clutch control handle Mounting holes correspond to the mounting height of the handlebar SERVICE Step 2 Loosen the lock nut on the cable adjuster Change the tension cable by turning the adjuster Limit adjustments to one turn at a time until tension is correct Shortening cable increases tension Step 3 Proper adjustment range is measured on the spring at the cable end The spring should stretch 1 2...

Page 16: ...justment procedures if cable needs to be readjusted Replace pads brake assembly or rotor if worn beyond adjustment Step 1 Unlock the jam nut for the pad adjusting screw Turn the pad adjusting screw until the pads very lightly touch the rotor Step 2 Slightly back off the pad adjusting screw until the pads not longer touch the rotor Turn the rotor and check that the pads do not contact the rotor Som...

Page 17: ...emove 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 B must be towards the large pulley the X marks must both be on the same side of the connector The edge of the connector block should be 3 16 to 1 4 inch 4 8 mm to 6 3 mm away from the edge of the differe...

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