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TECHNICAL MANUAL Safety, Operation, Parts, Maintenance, Service Models: 744908A LAWNAIRE IV 4HP HONDA 744909A LAWNAIRE IV 3.5HP BRIGGS & STRATTON 744910A LAWNAIRE V 4HP HONDA 744911A LAWNAIRE V 3.5HP BRIGGS & STRATTON WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain this machine should be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and should read the entire manual before attempting to set up, operate, adjust or service the machine.
These words appear in this and approved by Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty manual and on the safety labels attached to Textron Products Engineering Department. Any Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products machines. For your Golf, Turf &...
SAFETY AND OPERATION DECALS Lawnaire IV & V Danger Hands And Feet Operating Instructions This decal is located on the main frame and informs the This decal can be found on top of the handlebar operator of areas which are capable of serious injury. assembly.
ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Lawnaire IV & V GENERAL NOTE: FRONT, REAR, RIGHT HAND AND LEFT HAND REFERENCES BELOW ARE WITH RESPECT TO AN OPERATOR AT THE CONTROLS. UNPACKING - Unpacking the aerator entails securing the handle and rolling the unit off the shipping pallet.
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ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Lawnaire IV & V FOR LAWNAIRE IV MODELS 1. Flip the handle locking knobs D up into position over the handle bracket E and tighten. HAND TIGHTEN ONLY!. 2. Pull up on the transport lift handle C to raise the aerator to the transport position.
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ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Lawnaire IV & V CHECKING THE THROTTLE CABLE- The throttle cable is adjusted prior to shipping; however, it should be checked before the unit is put into service. The throttle control should freely move in a full range of motion forward and backward.
CONTROLS Lawnaire IV & V HANDLE CONTROLS Transport Lift Handle A - Pushing down on the handle lowers the tines for aerating. Pulling the handle up raises the tines so the aerator can be moved or transported without incurring damage to the unit or the turf.
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CONTROLS Lawnaire IV & V ENGINE CONTROLS The Lawnaire IV & V are available with either a 3.5 HP Briggs & Stratton engine or a 4 HP Honda engine. Briggs & Stratton Engine Controls The engine is equipped with an On/Off control A, a choke control B and fuel shut-off valve C.
OPERATION Lawnaire IV & V PRE-OPERATION CHECK NEVER start or run the engine inside where 1. Visually check all moving parts and all fasteners. exhaust fumes can collect. Carbon monoxide If loose or broken, tighten or replace. Check for present in the exhaust is an odorless and deadly broken or bent tines;...
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OPERATION Lawnaire IV & V AERATING NOTE: For best performance and maximum tine penetration, the lawn should be thoroughly watered the day before aeration. 1. Rotate the water drum on the front of the unit until the filler plug F is positioned at the top. Remove the plug, fill the drum with water and replace the plug.
SERVICE Lawnaire IV & V SERVICE When replacement parts are required, use genuine Jacobsen parts or parts with equivalent characteristics, including type, strength and material. Failure to do so may result in product malfunction and possible injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
STORAGE Lawnaire IV & V STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS To put the equipment into service after an To prevent possible explosion or ignition of extended period of storage: vaporized fuel, do not store equipment with fuel in tank or carburetor in enclosure with open 1.
TRANSPORTING Lawnaire IV & V TRANSPORTING If a tote trailer will be used to transport the unit, the two cast weights must be removed from the aerator frame and a locking shaft installed in their place. Removing the cast weights and draining the water drum will decrease the weight for easier loading on a vehicle or trailer.
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FRAME GROUP Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 1 4110520-01 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 304636 COTTER PIN, 12 x 1.12 YS 64123-87 BOLT-HEX 3/8-16X1-3/4 2702738 SHAFT, JACK LA4 2702877.7 FRAME, TRANSPORT LA4 (ITEMS 3 & 4 USED ON LAWNAIRE IV ONLY) 841261 SPROCKET, 16T, 1/2P 2703341.7...
MAIN GROUP-LAWNAIRE IV Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 2...
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MAIN GROUP LAWNAIRE IV Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 2 4110520-02 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 64163-29 WASHER-21/64 X 1 X 11GA 5 304636 COTTER PIN, 12 x 1.12 4124192 WHEEL, 8X2.5 SEMI-PNEUM2 2703148 WEIGHT, LAWNAIRE 4117195 CABLE, CLUTCH 2703444 COVER, DRIVE LA4...
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MAIN GROUP-LAWNAIRE V Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 3...
MAIN GROUP-LAWNAIRE V Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 3 4110520-03 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 64163-29 WASHER-21/64 X 1 X 11GA 6 304636 COTTER PIN, 12 x 1.12 4124192 WHEEL, 8X2.5 SEMI-PNEUM2 2703026 AXLE, TRANSPORT WHEEL 2 2703148 WEIGHT, LAWNAIRE 4117195...
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HANDLE GROUP Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 4 4110520-04 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 103867 WSHR,.31.69.06 YS FLT 2703058.7 HANDLE AY, LA IV 2703059.7 HANDLE, HGHT ADJ. LA IV 1 (ITEMS 3 & 4 USED ON LAWNAIRE IV ONLY) 2703067.7 TUBE, CONTROL LA IV &...
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TINE WHEEL GROUP Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 5 4110520-05 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2702742.7 TINE WHEEL AY, LA4 (ITEM 1 USED ON LAWNAIRE IV ONLY) 2703160.7 SPROCKET, 42T.50P 2703508 FLANGE, BEARING 2.04 I.D. 4 2701410 TINE,CORING 3/4 (QTY 30 USED ON LAWNAIRE IV) (QTY 42 USED ON LAWNAIRE V)
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DRUM GROUP Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 6 4110520-06 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2702741.7 PLATE, FLANGE 2703102.7 DRIVE AY, LA4 DRUM (ITEM 2 USED ON LAWNAIRE V ONLY) 2703157.7 SPROCKET, 30T .50P 2703508 FLANGE, BEARING 2.04 I.D. 4 2703783 DRUM, WATER LA4 (ITEM 5 USED ON LAWNAIRE V ONLY)
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DECAL GROUP-LAWNAIRE IV Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 7...
DECAL GROUP-LAWNAIRE IV Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 7 4124517-07 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2703117 DECAL, OP INSTR LA IV & V 1 4109022 DECAL, CAUT LOCK HNDLE 1 4124278 LABEL-DRIVE COVER LAIV 1 4115768 DECAL, HAND THROTTLE 4124280 LABEL-TINE COVER JAC 521787...
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DECAL GROUP-LAWNAIRE V Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 8...
DECAL GROUP-LAWNAIRE V Lawnaire IV & V FIGURE 8 4124517-08 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2703117 DECAL, OP INSTR LA IV & V 1 4124279 LABEL-DRIVE COVER LAV 1 4115768 DECAL, HAND THROTTLE 4124280 LABEL-TINE COVER JAC 521787 DECAL,WARNING 835892...
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