R Patent Pending T h a n k Yo u f o r S e l e c t i n g The Powerful EZ AIR TM AERATOR Operator Owner's Manual AE550, AE550H 3 Specifications ENGINE: H.P. ENGINE: TYPE ENGINE: FUEL CAP. AE550H 5.5 (4.1 kW ) 5.5 (4.1 kW ) B&S OHV HONDA OHV 3.0 qt. (2.84 L) 3.88 qt. (3.41 L) ENGINE: OIL CAP. 0.66 qt. (0.62 L) 0.69 qt. (0.65 L) UNIT W EIGHT 290# (131.8 kg) 294# (133.6 kg) REMOVABLE W EIGHT Part No. 360178 AE550 36# (16.4 kg) 36# (16.4 kg) NET UNIT W EIGHT 326# (148.2 kg) 330# (150.
5 IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL & ENGINE MANUAL.” THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING: DO NOT 13.
GENERAL SAFETY 9 For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed: Do not operate this machine without first reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual. Use of Ear Protection is recommended while operating this machine. Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recommended when using this machine, especially in dry and dusty conditions. Wearing gloves is recommended while operating this machine.
CONTROLS 13 HONDA ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL B & S ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL Set lever to choke position when starting a cold engine THROTTLE LEVER RUN CHOKE STOP Set lever to desired engine speed. Move lever completely to the left to stop engine ENGINE LABELS 15 FUEL VALVE CHOKE LEVER Briggs & Stratton ON 14 RUN CHOKE INSTRUCTION LABELS OFF These labels should be included on your Aerator. If any of these labels are damaged, replace them before putting this equipment into operation.
16 Operation INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for aerating established lawns and large grass covered areas. The machine should not be used for any other purpose than that stated above. TINES RAISING/LOWERING DO NOT operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for damaged or worn tine reel, loose pulley bolts or set screws, loose engine or lodged foreign objects. (See trouble shooting section on page 12).
16 OPERATION continued AERATOR OPERATION CON'T Hints! ENGAGE TINES: With the aerator in the work area, release the clutch bail and push forward on the tine engagement lever, lowering the tines into the dirt. AERATE: Engage the operators clutch bail by pushing it forward to the handle, and start aerating. NOTE: For maximum tine penetration apply downward pressure on the handle.
16 OPERATION continued ADJUSTING HANDLE HEIGHT UNIT STORAGE This unit is equipped with a height adjustable upper handle to allow for multiple operator heights. TO ADJUST THE HANDLE HEIGHT: 1. Remove the lock nuts (item 50) that secure the handle, one on each side, to the lower handle mounting studs. See Fig. 1 2. Loosen the handle mounting knobs (item 51), one on each side, (See Fig. 3) and push the handle out and away from the lower handle mounting studs. 3. The handle is now free to rotate.
AE550, AE550H PARTS DRAWING R 18 Part No. 360178 Page 8 of 12 Form No.
Part No. 360178 Page 9 of 12 Form No. F012302A KEY SQUARE 3/16 x 3/16 x 1.25 7 8 360111 8041051 1 12 HANDLE LIFT LH WA LINK LIFT LOWER LINK LIFT UPPER WASHER FLAT 3/8 SAE SCREWCAP 3/8 -16 x1 SPRING EXTENSION ROD LIFT PIN HAIR 1/4 HANDLE FLAT WASHER 1/2 NUT LOCK 5/16 -18 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 37 40 BUSHING PIVOT 36 BOLT CARRIAGE 3/8-16 x 1.25" NUT LOCK 5/8-11 THIN 35 HANDLE LIFT RH WA BOLT SHOULDER 3/4 x 2.5 34 39 BUMPER 33 38 SPACER SPROCKET IDLER 1.
17 MAINTENANCE Use only a qualified mechanic for any adjustments, disassembly or any kind of repair . WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE SERVICING UNIT. ENGINE: See engine manufacturer's service instructions. REPLACE ALL GUARDS, BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.
17 MAINTENANCE BELT AND CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ADJUSTING BELT TENSION1. Remove the top guard (item 3) by removing the four screws (item 13), two on each side, that secure it to the frame. 2. Locate the top of the belt idler assembly where the clutch cable (item 55) is secured in place. A properly tensioned belt should stretch the idler spring (loacted next to the idler pulley) between 1/4" - 3/8" when the clutch bail (item 54) is held in the drive position. 3.
20 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions Solution Possible Cause Problem Engine stalls or labors when raking. Working on too steep a slope. Work at 45 degrees to the slop moving up and down instead of across. Abnormal vibration. Damaged or missing tines. Loose handle bolts. Loose engine bolts Stop work immediately. Replace any damaged or missing tines. Tighten all loose bolts and nuts. Engine will not start. Stop switch off (Honda only). Throttle in off position.
