Aerating; Hillside Operation - Textron Jacobsen GreensAire 24 Manual Tecnico

5 OPERATION
5.8

AERATING _______________________________________________________________

WARNING
!
To prevent serious injuries, keep hands, feet, and
clothing away from aerator mechanism.
NEVER use your hands to clean aerator. Tine edges
are sharp and could cause injuries.
To clear obstructions from tine, disengage master
clutch, raise aerator
disconnect spark plug wire. Only then can the
obstruction be safely removed.
To Aerate:
1. Start the engine and raise aerator head.
5.9

HILLSIDE OPERATION _____________________________________________________

WARNING
!
To minimize the possibility of overturning, the safest
method for operating on hills and terraces is to travel
up and down the face of the slope (vertically), not
across the face (horizontally). Avoid unnecessary
turns, travel at reduced speeds, stay alert for hidden
hazards, and avoid drop offs.
CAUTION
!
Do not operate on inclines greater than 20° or 36.4%
The aerator has been designed for good traction and
stability under normal conditions, however, use caution
when operating on inclines, especially over rough terrain
or when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces traction and
steering control.
1. Always operate the aerator at reduced forward speed
to maintain control.
2. If the aerator tends to slide or the tires begin to
mark the turf, angle aerator into a less steep grade
until traction is regained or tire marking stops.
3. If aerator continues to slide or mark the turf, the
grade is too steep for safe operation. Do not make
another attempt to climb and back down slowly.
Correct tire pressure is essential for maximum traction.
Front: 14 psi (97 kPa).
Rear: 14 psi (97 kPa).
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head, stop engine,
grade.
2. Move Shift Control Lever to L position.
3. Move Throttle lever to Slow. Stand to the side of
aerator and slowly engage OPC handle.
a. Adjust throttle to desired walking speed after
aerator is in motion.
b. Pull Clutch Control Lever until it clicks and locks in
tine operation position.
c. At proper starting point on turf, fully lower aerator
and
head by pushing down on the Tine Lever.
4. To stop aerating, pull up on the Tine Lever to raise
aerator head. Disengage OPC handle.
Degrees are shown to nearest 1/4°
Figure 5B
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Figure 5C