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Checking the Tines
To obtain maximum aerating performance, always
check the tines for wear before every use. Severely
worn tines are easy to bend or break and leave the
cores in the ground. See
tine wear.
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1. New
2. Badly worn but usable
Always clean cores out of the tines before storage.
Cores left in tines for extended periods can cause
pitting on the inside of the tine which keep the core
from ejecting.
Figure 13
for examples of
3. Needs to be replaced
Storage
1.
Raise the tines.
2.
Stop the towing machine, shut off the engine,
engage the parking brake, and remove the key.
3.
Remove dirt and grime from the entire aerator.
Important:
mild detergent and water. Do not pressure
wash the aerator.
4.
Lubricate the aerator.
5.
Check the condition of the tines. Replace any
broken or worn tines.
6.
Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
7.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint
is available from your authorized Service dealer.
8.
Store the aerator in a clean, dry garage or
storage area.
9.
Cover the aerator to protect it and keep it clean.
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You can wash the aerator with
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