Craftsman CMXGZBF7124336 Manual De Instrucciones página 6

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OPERATION
Before Starting
• DO NOT attempt to aerate if ground is muddy.
• If ground is extremely hard or dry, it is recommended
that it be watered down for 1 or 2 hours prior to use.
• Mow lawn and remove loose clippings prior to use of
lawn aerator.
• Attach the aerator to the tractor hitch and check to see
that the aerator is level. Adjust by loosening the bolts
which fasten the hitch mount arms to the hitch arm
mount brackets. Raise or lower the position of the arms
until the aerator is level. See figure 9.

CAUTION: Spike disks have sharp points.
Exercise caution at all times when using the
aerator..

CAUTION: Vehicle braking and stability may
be affected by the addition of an accessory or
attachment. Be aware of changing conditions on
slopes..
How To Use Your Aerator
• Aerating cuts small holes in the soil to create reservoirs
that bring oxygen, fertilizer and water into the root zone.
For best performance of the spike aerator attachment,
the following lawn preparation and operation is
recommended
- Start tractor engine with controls in neutral and
place throttle at slow engine speed
- Engage shift lever into lowest possible forward
speed and increase speed as conditions permit
- Aerate in the straightest line possible, making
overlapping passes to increase the spike point
pattern
- To prevent lawn damage, avoid sharp turns
- On sloped lawns aerate in up and down direction.
DO NOT aerate across the face of slopes.
- To increase the depth of spike point penetration,
weight can be added to the frame. Two 35 lb. patio
type concrete blocks will fit easily onto the frame.
The added weight can be secured to the frame with
straps or other binding material. DO NOT exceed 90
lb. weight capacity. See figure 9.
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CAUTION: To prevent injury, dismount from
the tractor to raise or lower aerator containing
added weight.
Fig. 9
CONCRETE BLOCK
STRAP
MAINTENANCE
Check For Loose Fasteners
• Before each use make a thorough visual check of the
aerator for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened.
Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
Lubrication
• Lubricate the spike disk hubs with a small amount of
light oil or grease at the beginning of each season...
Cleaning
• Clean dirt off of aerator spikes after each use. BE
CAREFUL OF SHARP EDGES WHEN CLEANING
Service & Adjustments
• Spiker points can be sharpened with a small grinder
periodically to maintain good penetration. Spike disks
should be removed to sharpen points.
Storage
• Clean the aerator and store in a dry area. Coat exposed
metal with light oil to prevent rust
HITCH ARM
MOUNT BRACKET
HITCH MOUNT ARMS