Operator's Manual

disconnecting from the tractor.
15. If it is necessary to probe below the soil surface,
use a non conductive material to prevent
electrical shock in case electrical wires are
present.
Transporting
16. Be sure you are in compliance with all
regulations regarding transporting equipment on
the public roads and highways.
17. Ensure that all reflectors and lights required are
in place and are clean and visible to overtaking
and oncoming traffic.
18. Never allow anyone to ride on the machine
during transport.
19. Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces.
20. Independent brakes should ALWAYS be locked
together when on the road.
PTO Shaft
21. For all PTO shaft steel parts (tubes, bearings,
joints, etc.) disassembly or repairs, it is highly
advisable to contact your local Toro distributor.
Removal of components for repairs and
re-assembly may damage some parts if not
carried out correctly using special tools available
in a dealer’s workshop.
22. The PTO shaft should not be used without the
guards supplied, with partial protection, with
damaged guard or without the special
anti-rotation chains correctly hooked, so as to
permit the maximum angle of the PTO shaft
without breaking the chains.
Storage Safety
23. Store the aerator on a firm level surface.
24. Store the aerator away from areas of human
activity.
25. DO NOT allow children to play on or around the
stored machine.
26. Make sure the aerator is sifting, or blocked up
firm and solid and will not sink into soft ground
causing it to tip.
27. Ensure that the rear stand pin is secured in place.
28. Block the aerator to prevent it from rolling or
tipping.
Maintenance
29. Before making adjustments or performing
maintenance on the aerator, switch off the engine,
stop the PTO and apply the hand brake before
dismounting from the tractor. Be sure the aerator
is on the ground or lowered onto the rear
castor/safety stand.
30. Support the machine with the rear castor/safety
stand when working beneath it. NEVER rely on
the tractor’s hydraulics to support the machine.
31. Place all controls in neutral, stop the engine,
apply the hand brake and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing maintaining,
adjusting or unblocking the aerator.
32. Be sure the machine is in safe operating
condition by keeping nuts, bolts and screws tight.
Check the tine mounting bolts and nuts
frequently to be sure they are tightened to
specification.
33. DO NOT check or adjust belt tension when the
tractor engine is running.
34. Be sure all guards are replaced and the hood is
securely shut after maintaining or adjusting the
machine.
35. Perform only those maintenance instructions
described in this manual. If major repairs are
ever needed or assistance is desired, contact an
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