Page 2 - Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A; IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY; VIBRATION; SOUND TESTS; SOUND; TABLE OF CONTENTS; The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 2 of 12 IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTYDAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL &ENGINE MANU...
Page 3 - ASSEMBLY; PACKING CHECKLIST; GENERAL SAFETY; Per Model; Manual
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 3 of 12 PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING Read all safety and operating instructionsbefore assembling or starting this unit. Engine Manual Per Model These items should be included in your carton. If anyof these parts are missing, contact your dealer. ASSEMBLY P...
Page 4 - INSTRUCTION LABELS; WARNING; Honda; OIL ALERT; ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY.; RUN; LIFT HERE; WARNING; ENGINE SPEED CONTROL; Throttle lever on handle
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 4 of 12 These labels should be included on your Aerator. If any ofthese labels are damaged, replace them before putting thisequipment into operation. Item and part numbers are given tohelp in ordering replacement labels. Label DangerKeep Handsand Feet AwayPart ...
Page 5 - Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A; IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:; Operation; STARTING ENGINE; AERATING OPERATION; INSPECT; TINES RAISING/LOWERING
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 5 of 12 ENGINE: See engine manufacturer ’s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used. Engine must be level when checking and filling oil andgasoline. GEAR REDUCTION: See engine manufacturer ’s instruc- tions for type and amount of oil used. Engi...
Page 6 - OPERATION; AERATING TIPS; This unit is heavy. It requires at least two people to lift it.; HANDLING & TRANSPORTING
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 6 of 12 OPERATION continued ENGAGE TINES: With the aerator in the work area, release the clutch bail and push forward on the tine engagementlever, lowering the tines into the dirt. AERATE: Engage the operators clutch bail by pushing it forward to the handle, an...
Page 7 - FOLDING HANDLE; continued; UNIT STORAGE; NEVER PARK THIS UNIT ON A SLOPE OF ANY KIND.; PARKING
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 7 of 12 Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas with fuel in tank, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark orpilot light, as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gasappliance. If engine is to be unused for 30 days...
Page 8 - IN
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 8 of 12 A E 551, A E 551H 18 PA R T S D R A W IN G
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Page 10 - TINE REEL REMOVAL AND TINE ROW REPLACEMENT; MAINTENANCE; Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.; REPLACING INDIVIDUAL TINES
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 10 of 12 TINE ROW KIT 360197 TINE KIT 360100 Use only a qualified mechanic forany adjustments, disassembly orany kind of repair . DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIREBEFORE SERVICING UNIT. WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYSTURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE ALL MOVINGPAR...
Page 11 - BELT AND CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT; DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT; ADJUSTING BELT TENSION-; CHAIN REPLACEMENT; Maintenance Operation; Maintenance Schedule; ENGINE MUST BE LEVEL WHEN CHECKING OR FILLING OIL
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 11 of 12 MAINTENANCE 17 BELT AND CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. 2. Remove the top guard by removing the four screws, two on eachside, that secure it to the frame.3. Slide the belt off of the engine drive pulley, a...
Page 12 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Engine Service and Warranty; WARRANTY PROCEDURE; Serial Plate; Model; ENGINE; LUBRICATION
Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 12 of 12 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions Engine stalls or labors when aerating. Work at 45 degrees to the slop moving up and downinstead of across. Check and add engine oil. Solution Possible Cause Problem Working on too steep...