Contents
Introduction................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 4
Safe Operating Practices ....................................... 4
Safety and Instructional Decals ............................. 6
Setup ........................................................................... 8
1 Removing the Aerator from the Crating .............. 9
2 Connecting the Lower Link Arms ...................... 9
3 Connecting the Hydraulic Top Link
4 Connecting the Tractor Upper Link (Models
SR54–S and SR70–S) ...................................... 12
5 Verifying the Hydraulic Top Link Set
Up.................................................................. 12
6 Checking the PTO Angle ................................. 13
7 Fitting the PTO shaft ....................................... 14
8 Installing the PTO Shield ................................. 15
9 Connecting the PTO Shaft ............................... 16
10 Adjusting the Sway Links................................ 17
11 Leveling the Aerator Side-to-Side ................... 18
12 Installing the Tines......................................... 18
13 Setting the Tine Depth (Models SR54–S
and SR70–S)................................................... 18
14 Installing the Rear Guard................................ 19
15 Installing the Latch Lock ................................ 20
16 Removing the Storage Stands(Models SR54
and SR70 )...................................................... 20
17 Removing the Storage Stands(Models SR48
and SR72)....................................................... 21
Product Overview ...................................................... 22
Operation................................................................... 23
Tractor Controls................................................. 23
Principles of Operation ...................................... 23
Tractor PTO Speed ............................................ 23
Training Period................................................... 23
Before Aerating .................................................. 23
Aerating Procedures ........................................... 24
Operating Tips ................................................... 24
Subsoil Cultivation ............................................. 25
Hard Ground ..................................................... 25
Longer/Larger Tines.......................................... 25
Multi Row Adapter Heads .................................. 25
Root Zone Lifting .............................................. 25
Using the Hood Prop RodsModel SR75
only................................................................ 25
Adjusting the Tine Angle .................................... 26
Adjusting the Tine Depth(Models SR54–S
and SR70–S)................................................... 27
Transport Operation .......................................... 27
Inspection and Cleanup after Use........................ 28
Maintenance............................................................... 29
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ................ 29
Lifting the Machine ............................................ 29
Greasing the Bearings......................................... 30
Checking the Gearbox Oil .................................. 30
Changing the Gearbox Oil .................................. 31
Inspecting/Adjusting the Drive Chain ................ 31
Adjusting the PTO Clutch .................................. 32
Fastener Torque Specifications............................ 32
Checking the Springs .......................................... 33
Adjusting the Hole Spacing................................. 33
Removing the Aerator from the Tractor............... 33
Trouble Shooting ............................................... 34
Storage ....................................................................... 35
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