3-Pt. Core Aerator Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use The NorTrac 3-Pt. Core Aerator is designed to reduce the soil compaction of an established turf area. The hardened spoons attached to the reels penetrate and remove a 3/4 x 4-1/2” plug from the soil. Up to 1000 lb of additional weight can be added to the frame to ensure the proper penetration by the spoons. The power for operating the aerator is developed through the weight of the equipment and the contact between the spoons and the turf.
Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the capacity for which it was intended. DO NOT use this equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended. Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements. WORK AREA SAFETY Inspect the work area before each use.
Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the aerator will operate properly and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the aerator with a damaged part. Store the aerator when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children. Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your aerator.
FALLING OFF CAN RESULT IN IMPALEMENT OR BEING RUN OVER. The tractor must be equipped with a Roll Over Protection Structure (or ROPS CAB) and a seat belt. Keep the foldable ROPS system in the “locked up” position at all times. Keep the seat belt securely fastened. Never allow riders on the equipment. RAISED EQUIPMENT CAN DROP AND CRUSH. Before servicing, follow all instructions and safety rules in the Owner’s Manual and securely block all corners of equipment with jack stands.
Operating Instructions The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this aerator. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the equipment, the tractor, and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety rules and the safety decals. Recommended tractor ground speed is from 2 to 5 mph. WARNING Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened.
weights. Do not estimate: weigh the tractor and equipment. Assembly Instructions Attaching Core Aerator to Tractor NOTE: The Core Aerator is designed for use on category I, 3-point tractors. 1. Attach the tractor’s lower lift arms to the Core Aerator and secure with the self-lock pin (17). . Figure 1 2. Attach the tractor’s top link to the upper mast of the aerator. Secure with high-strength top link pin and retaining pin provided with the tractor.
Figure 2 3. Attach the upper link arm with the pin and retaining clip (16). 4. To adjust the fore and aft, you need to move the upper link arm. Cleaning the Aerator After Each Use Remove large debris from this machine (e.g., clumps of dirt, grass, and crop residue). Inspect the machine and replace worn or damaged parts. Replace any safety decals that are missing or not readable. Periodically or Before Extended Storage Clean large debris from this machine (e.g.
Maintenance Caution: Before dismounting the power unit or performing any service or maintenance, follow these steps: 1. Disengage the power to the equipment. 2. Lower the 3-point hitch and all of the raised components to the ground. 3. Operate the valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure. 4. Set the parking brake. 5. Stop the engine. 6. Remove the key. 7. Unfasten the seat belt. NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT.
5. Stop the engine. 6. Remove the key. 7. Unfasten the seat belt. Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and a respirator or filter mask where appropriate. Lubrication Information Clean the fittings prior to lubrication. Lubricate grease fittings for every 8 hours of operation.
Figure 4 Final Position Figure 5 Parking Stands Lowered into Storage Position Page 13 of 17
Parts Diagram Parts List Reference 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Part Description 32x53 Sleeve M12 Nut M12 x 45 Bolt M20 Spring Washer M20 Bolt M10 x 30 Bolt M10 Self-locking Nut M10 x 50 Bolt M10 Self-locking Nut 40” Blade Axle Sleeve 70 x Dia 35 Large Gasket Flange Plate Axle Sleeve Stand Base Spring Pin Self-lock Pin Drive Axle Qty.
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Limited Warranty Nortrac ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Nortrac product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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