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COMPACT AERATOR TA18H Parts Manual 4173161...
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CALIFORNIA WARNING Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its The engine exhaust from this product constituents are known to the State of contains chemicals known to the State California to cause cancer, birth defects of California to cause cancer, birth and other reproductive harm.
Classen designs and builds its equipment to serve many years in a safe and productive manner. For longest life, use this product only as directed in the manual, keep it in good repair and follow safety warnings and instruc- tions.
These words appear in this Any Classen product that is altered, modified or manual and on the safety labels attached to Classen changed in any manner not specifically authorized machines. For your safety and the safety of others, after original manufacture–including the addition of...
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SAFETY AERATOR Site preparation and circumstances Machine Preparation • Evaluate the terrain to determine how to safely per- Operator preparation and form the job. Only use accessories and attachments training approved by the manufacturer. Read the Operation & Safety • Clear the area to be aerated of objects such as Manual rocks, toys, wire or other debris that may be thrown...
SAFETY AERATOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Operating On Slopes In general Use Extra Care When Working On Slopes • Maintain machine according to manufacturer’s • Do not operate on slopes if uneasy or uncertain. Ulti- schedule and instructions for maximum safety mate responsibility for safe operation on slopes rests and best results.
SAFETY AERATOR WARNING Tines Storage Safety • Stop the engine and allow to cool before storing. The aerator tines are sharp and can cut. Use extra caution when handling. • Drain the fuel tank outdoors only. Remove obstructions with care. Wrap •...
SAFETY LABELS AERATOR WARNING ADVERTENCIA Antes de comenzar: -Lea y entienda el manual del operador y las etiquetas. -Pide que alguien lea y explique el manual y las etiquetas a usted si usted no lee Inglés. BEFORE STARTING: -Use protección ocular y auditiva. -Read and understand Operator -No haga funcionar sin los manual and labels.
CONTROLS AERATOR FUEL SHUT OFF (A) - Move to the “OFF” position to shut off the fuel whenever transporting the machine by trailer, truck or during storage. Move to the “ON” position before starting the engine. SWITCH (B) Move to the “OFF” position to stop the engine. Move to the “ON”...
OPERATION AERATOR PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST d. If the oil level is low, fill to the edge of the oil filler (Operator’s responsibility) hole with the recommended oil. SAE 10W-30 is • Review and follow all safety rules and safety recommended for general use. Refer to engine decal instructions.
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OPERATION AERATOR WARNING Operating Aerator 1. Start engine. 2. Make sure the rear tires are in the up position (tines not touching ground). Slowly pull back on the con- trol handle(s). Figure 1 Control Handle Fig. 1 Lowering Handle 3. Move aerator to the work area. 4.
Turn the engine over a • When replacement parts are required, use genuine few times to distribute that oil. Classen parts or parts with equivalent characteristics 5. Lubricate all lubrication fittings. including type, strength, and material. Failure to do...
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MAINTENANCE / STORAGE AERATOR LUBRICATION Grease the three tine bearings at the start of the season and every 25 hours. ENGINE MAINTENANCE (Refer to engine manufacturer’s owners manual) Check engine and gear reduction case oil level with engine resting in a level position. Inspect air filter element and replace if necessary .
Effective April 1, 2007 For the period of two years from the date of purchase, CLASSEN will repair or replace for the original purchaser free of charge, any part or parts found upon the examination of our factory authorized service station, or by the factory in Southampton, PA to be defective in material or workmanship.
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