Operating the Aerator

• Mow lawn and remove loose clippings prior to use.
• Start tractor engine with controls in neutral and place throttle at slow engine speed.
• Engage shift lever at lowest possible forward speed and lower aerator, allowing plugger points to enter the ground. Increase speed as conditions permit.
• Aerate in the straightest line possible, making overlapping passes to increase the plugger point pattern.
• Avoid extremely sharp turns with plugger points engaged in ground to prevent damage to lawn.
• Do not cross over walks or drives without first raising the aerator to the transport position.
• On sloped lawns, always aerate in an up and down direction. Do not attempt to follow the contour of the ground.
• To increase depth of plugger point penetration, up to 100 lbs. of weight, such as bags of sand or concrete blocks may be added to the platform. Always secure weight to the platform with ties or straps fastened to the front and rear of the platform. Fasten so that the ties cannot become entangled in rotating parts.
• If ground is extremely hard and dry, it is recommended that it be sprinkled or watered down for one or two hours prior to aerating.
• Do not attempt to aerate if ground is too wet.
• Due to small rocks and gravel which are normally present in soil plugs, it is recommended that the plugs be raked; otherwise damage to the lawn mower blades may arise, especially when reel type mowers are used.
• Keep hands and feet away from under equipment as lowered from transport mode.
• Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the attachment of this equipment. Be aware of changing conditions on slopes. Refer to safety rules in the vehicle owners manual concerning safe operations on slopes. STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES.
• Do not tow this equipment on a highway or other public thoroughfare.