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DO NOT attempt to aerate if ground is too wet, or 
muddy.

•  Due to possible small rocks and gravel which can be  

present in aerated 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. 

•  To increase the depth of plugger point penetration, 

up to 140 lbs. of weight, such as bags of sand or (4) 
concrete blocks, may be added to the tray. The weight 
can be secured to the tray with ties or straps fastened 
to the front and rear of the tray. Fasten so that the ties 
or straps cannot become entangled on rotating parts.

 

See figure 13.

CAUTION: To prevent injury, dismount 
from the tractor to raise or lower 
aerator containing added weight.

FIGURE 13

Service Dates

  Check for loose fasteners 

 

X

  Cleaning 

 

 

X

  Lubrication 

 

 

 

X

  MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
  Fill in dates as you
  complete regular service.

Bef

ore each use

After each use

Ev

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Bef

ore stor

age

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
•  Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section. 

CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS

  Before each use make a thorough visual check of the 

plug aerator for any bolts and nuts which may have 
loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.

MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION

  Lubricate wheels as needed.

•  Oil the spool assemblies and shaft as needed.

CLEANING

•  Clean dirt off of aerator knives after each use. BE 

CAREFUL OF SHARP EDGES WHEN CLEANING.

STORAGE

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

•  Plugger points can periodically be sharpened with a 

small grinder to maintain good penetration.  Points 
should be removed to sharpen.  Follow original angle 
and contour of points when grinding.

•  Clean the aerator and store in a dry area. Coat 

exposed metal with light oil to prevent rust.

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