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Model: SPK-42
(5301531)
(42” Tow-Behind Spike Aerator
)
General Information
Thank you for purchasing this product. The purpose of this manual
is to assist you in operating and maintaining your Spike Aerator.
Assembly Instructions
Your lawn spike aerator has been partially assembled at the factory
for your convenience. It has been packaged “inverted” in the box.
Remove the parts to the unit from the carton.
Refer to the exploded view and parts list to help identify the parts
and follow instructions on page 2 to finish assembly.
Tongue Attachment:
The tongue bars will be located under the inverted unit.
Remove the locknuts, bolts and the clevis hitch from the parts
bag.
Step 1 shows the tongue bars bolted to the hitch clevis.
Step 2 shows hardware orientation and the tongue bolted to
the main unit.
Handle Attachment:
Bolt handle to the handle mount plate, using (2) 1/2” x 1” bolts and
(2) 1/2” locknuts.
Operation
Aerating produces holes in the ground that allows water, fertilizer
and air to permeate the soil and reach the roots. It is recommended
that the lawn be mowed and clippings removed prior to aerating.
Water the ground as necessary. This will soften up the soil for the
aerator to penetrated the ground easier.
Your spike aerator should be attached to your rider or tractor on a
level surface and the wheels should be in the lowered position
(handle in the locked position).
Once you are ready to use your aerator, use a low gear and then
disengage the wheels by moving the handle out of the locked posi-
tion. Once you start moving, the spikes will be forced into the
ground. Speed should only be increased as ground conditions per-
mit. Aeration should be done in a straight line.
Caution:
Do not turn sharply as this may damage the ground. The
top tray provides a place for you to put weights. More weight will
allow the tines to penetrate the ground deeper. Maximum weight is
approx. 175 lbs.. Do not pull your aerator over hard surfaces with
the wheels disengaged! This will damage the spikes.
OWNER’S MANUAL
Retain a copy of your receipt for your unit,
as it will be required to validate any warranty service
Products are warranted against manufacturer or workmanship
defects for one year from date of purchase for home owner
usage and 90 days for commercial usage.
For technical assistance, visit our website @
www.fimcoindustries.com or call:
TOLL FREE @ 1-800-831-0027
Our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you.
To obtain prompt, efficient service, always remember to give the
following information…
Correct Part Description and/or part number
Model #/Serial # of your sprayer
Part descriptions and numbers can be obtained from the illustrated
parts list section(s) of this manual.
www.fimcoindustries.com
1000 FIMCO Lane, P.O. Box 1700, North Sioux City, SD 57049
Toll Free Phone: 800-831-0027 : Toll Free Fax: 800-494-0440
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