Neilsen CT2214 Original Manual page 11

Before operating or using this equipment, review the instructions below and safety information.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in property damage or injury to the operator or
bystanders.
IMPORTANT:
Aerating is putting small holes in the soil up to 2.5 inches in length to create a small reservoir that will
bring oxygen, fertilizer and water down to the roots. For best aerating results follow the soil/lawn
preparation and operating aerator procedures.
SOIL AND LAWN PREPARATION
1. Remove large and small debris from work area.
2. If the ground is hard and dry, it is recommended the ground be sprinkled or watered for one or
two hours prior to aerating.
3. If the ground is wet or muddy DO NOT attempt to aerate or fertilize.
4. Mow lawn and remove loose clippings before aerating or fertilizing.
USING YOUR AERATOR SPREADER
1. DO NOT at any time carry passengers sit or stand on the aerator spreader.
2. Only tow with recommended vehicles (Lawn/Garden Tractors and ATVs).
3. Refer to the vehicle owner's manual for proper safety and towing instructions.
4. Always secure and lock the aerator spreader to the vehicle hitch before operating.
5. Determine the approximate square footage of the area to be covered and estimate the amount
of fertilizer or seed required. REFER TO MATERIAL PACKAGING LABEL.
6. Move the aerator spreader to the area where application is to begin.
7. Loosen the plastic wing nut and move it to the desired setting. Retighten the nut.
8. Making sure the flow control lever is in the "OFF" position; fill the hopper, breaking up any
lumps.
9. Lower the aerator spikes to the operating position.
10. Start the spreader in motion and then move the flow control lever to the "ON" position as you
travel across your lawn.
11. Do not make sharp turns with spikes in the ground
12. On sloped lawns, always aerate in an up and down direction. DO NOT attempt to aerate
across the slope always go in an up and down direction.
Always use caution when backing the equipment to avoid "jack-knifing". Always back up in a
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straight line.
14. Raise aerator spikes to transport position when crossing over concrete or other hard surfaces.
15. Do not aerate if the ground is extremely hard or dry. If ground is too dry, sprinkle or water for
one to two hours prior to use.
16. Do not aerate if the ground is too wet (muddy)
17. Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the attachment of this equipment.
18. Never exceed 5mph when towing the aerator spreader.
19. DO NOT exceed load capacity of 175lbs.
Always move the flow control lever to the "Off" position to prevent excessive release of fertilizer when
stopping, turning or filling the aerator spreader.
Operation Instructions
WARNING
CAUTION
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