Operator's Manual

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Important Do not engage starter for more than
10 seconds at a time. If engine fails to start allow
30 second cool-down period between attempts. Failure to
follow these instructions can burn out starter motor.
5. After the engine starts, move the choke to off . If the
engine stalls or hesitates, move the choke back to on
for a few seconds. Then move the throttle lever to
desired setting. Repeat this as required.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever to the idle position.
2. Let the engine idle for 60 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition key to the off position and remove
the key.
4. Close the fuel shut off valve before transporting or
storing the aerator.
Important Make sure that the fuel shut off valve is
closed before transporting on a trailer or storing the
aerator, as fuel leakage may occur. Set the parking brake
before transporting. Make sure to remove the key as the
fuel pump may run and cause the battery to lose charge.
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the aerator while it is
unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the
parking brake when leaving the aerator
unattended, even if just for a few minutes.
Caution
The Safety Interlock System
If safety interlock switches are disconnected or
damaged the aerator could operate unexpectedly
causing personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock switches
daily and replace any damaged switches before
operating the aerator.
Caution
Understanding the Safety Interlock
System
The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless the traction bail is in the
neutral position.
Testing the Safety Interlock System
Test the safety interlock system before you use the aerator
each time.
• Engine must only crank when the traction lever is in
the neutral position.
• If traction lever is released or moved to the neutral
position, the coring head should raise and stop
rotating.
If the safety system does not operate as described above,
have an Authorized Service Distributor repair the safety
system immediately.
Service Latches
Danger
Any time the coring head is to be serviced
including changing of tines or turf guards, install
the service latch to secure head in the raised
position.
The service latch should also be installed when the aerator
is to be stored for more than a couple days.
1. Raise coring head.
2. Remove clip ring securing service latch in storage
position (Fig. 21).
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Figure 21
1. Service latch in (lowered) storage position
3. Pivot service latch rearward and insert onto coring
head pin (Fig. 22). Secure with clip ring.