OPERATION 5
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7. To stop aerating, pull up on Tine Control lever to raise
tines.
Operating Tines Only
The “Tines” position of the Shift Control lever is only used
to check mechanical functions of the unit.
1. Set engine speed to slow.
2. Move Tine Control lever to “Tines”. (DO NOT force
control lever, engage clutch lightly until control link-
age engages.)
3. Engage master clutch slowly. Check for proper align-
ment of tine with turf guard fingers and proper
mechanical function.
CAUTION
!
If malfunction is detected, stop operation
immediately. Do not operate unit until condi-
tion is corrected.
5.3 TRANSPORTING
To move unit short distances to, from and between work
areas:
1. Set engine speed to slow.
2. Pull up Tine Control lever to raise tines.
3. Move Tine Control lever to “Transport”. (DO NOT
force control lever, engage clutch lightly until control
linkage engages.)
4. Stand to the side of the unit and engage the master
clutch slowly. The unit will start to move forward.
5. Adjust throttle speed to operator’s desired walking
speed.
NOTE: If using a ramp for loading unit, tines may drag or
catch. To prevent pushrods from being bent,
remove the two(2) lowest positioned tines assem-
blies.
5.4 STOPPING
1. Disengage master clutch by pushing clutch lever
back.
2. Reduce engine speed.
3. Move Shift Control lever to “Neutral.”
4. Move throttle Control lever to “Stop.”
Brake
This unit is equipped with a brake that is automatically
applied when the master clutch is disengaged and the
Shift Control lever is in either “Transport” or “Aerate”
position (See brake adjustment page 27).
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