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Operators Position:
The correct position for the
operator is behind the handlebars. Neither the clutch
control handle or the transport wheel lift handle
should be engaged unless the operator is behind the
handlebars.
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 TurnAer-26 with defective or non-
operational engine controls.
Engine Throttle:
The throttle is located on the right
hand side of the handlebar. Pull the
throttle to the left 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 with close obstacles.
Transport Wheels Lift Handle:
The transport
wheels lift handle, located across the rear of the of
the handlebar, controls the latching mechanism that
enables the transport wheels to be raised or lowered.
Pulling up on the transport wheel lift handle while
pushing down on the handlebar will allow the transport
wheels to be raise while the tines are lowered to the
turf. To remove the tines from the turf and lower the
transport wheels, pull up on the transport wheels lift
handle while pushing down on the handlebars until
the wheel latch mechanism releases. Lift up on the
handlebar until the wheels latch into a fully lowered
position. To avoid damage to the transport wheel
control cables, do not pull directly on the cable, always
use the transport wheels lift 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.
The clutch
will not
act as a brake when released. 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 Control Levers:
Applying the left brake makes the aerator turn left,
applying the right brake makes the aerator turn right.
The brakes slow down one side of the aerator causing
the other side of the aerator to speed up, resulting in
the desired right or left hand turn. Only light pressure
on the brake lever is needed for a turn. Guide the
aerator during the turn with a slight right or left side
pressure on the handlebar to control the turn.
Apply only one steering brake at a time. Applying both
brakes at the same time will cause undue stress on the
steering system. Applying both steering brakes at the
same time will not stop the aerator. To stop the aerator,
release the clutch handle.
DESCRIPTION OF HANDLEBAR IN STORAGE
POSITION
(See Figure 5)
The handlebar can be folded into a storage position.
Figure 5 shows the handlebar in this position. The
handlebar locking nuts have been loosened, the
handlebar rotated forward into the storage position,
and the locking nuts retightened to secure the setting.
When folding, the handlebar should not rest on the
front bumper. Use caution not to over extend, trap or
stress any control cables.
When in the folded storage position, the handlebar
should not be used as a lifting point. Never attempt
to start the engine or operate any controls with the
handlebar in the folded storage position.
HANDLEBAR
LOCKING
NUTS
STORAGE
POSITION
OPERATING
POSITION
FIGURE 5
DS85370-04
WARNING
TO AVOID INJURY,
and Avoid Damage To The TurnAer-26, Do Not
Start the Engine Or Attempt To Operate Any
Control When the Handlebar Is In the
Storage Position.
DS85370-02
DS85370-03
DESCRIPTION
