Instructions / Assembly

Operating - Plug Aerator - 10
OPERATING - PLUG AERATOR
hole should appear every 25 to 30 cm (10 to 12 in.) and not
more than 76 mm (3 in.) deep.
Add or remove weight to obtain this condition.
Checking Tractor Ground Speed
• Check ground speed in an open area.
• Measure a test area that is 30.5 m (100 ft) in length.
• Operate the tractor at wide open throttle. Operate tractor
at a low speed and drive the tractor the test distance.
Record the time needed to travel that distance.
• Make three passes, recording the time for each pass.
The average time should be 14 to 23 seconds to achieve
the recommended operating speed range:
• at 4.8 km/h (3 mph), the average time traveling the
test distance should be 23 seconds.
• at 8 km/h (5 mph), the average time traveling the test
distance should be 14 seconds.
• Adjust speed accordingly to achieve the recommended
speed range.
Operating Plug Aerator
1. Park tractor safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY
section.)
2. Install plug aerator to tractor.
3. Place unit in transport position.
4. Add recommended weight to weight tray.
5. Drive to work area.
6. Park tractor safely.
7. Place unit in desired operating position.
8. Start machine.
9. Tow plug aerator at 5 to 8 km/hr (3 to 5 mph) for safe
and effective operation.
10.Check for proper hole pattern and depth. Park tractor
safely before making any adjustments.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Keep hands and feet
away from all moving parts. Never carry riders.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Never exceed the
weight tray capacity of 79 kg (175 lb) for 40 in.
model, 113 kg (250 lb) for 48 in. model.
The 48 in. model is approved for use with GT, 300,
and 400 Series lawn and garden tractors only.
Engage wheels to transport position when crossing
concrete or asphalt surfaces.
Always back carefully in a straight line to avoid
jackknifing the attachment.