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STAND ON AERATOR MODELS: PRO Stand-Aer® SA-30 SA-30CA PARTS MANUAL 4173949 www.classenturf.com...
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WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. AVERTISSEMENT L’émission du moteur de ce matériel con- tient des produits chimiques que l’Etat de Californie considère être cancérigènes, provoquer des défauts congénitaux et d’autres dangers en matière de reproduc- tion.
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.
SAFETY SA-30 NOTICE !!! This symbol means: ATTENTION! Unauthorized modifications may present extreme BECOME ALERT! safety hazards to operators and bystanders and could also result in product damage. Your safety and the safety of others is involved. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. strongly warns against, rejects and disclaims any modifications, add-on Signal word definitions accessories or product alterations that are not...
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SAFETY SA-30 Site preparation and circumstances PREPARING FOR SAFE OPERATION Operator preparation and training – Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to Read the Operation & Safety properly and safely perform the job. Only use Manual accessories and attachments approved by the –...
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SAFETY SA-30 MACHINE PREPARATION STARTING – Check operator present interlock system and – Start only according to instructions in this manual brake operation. Adjust or repair any problems or on the machine. before using. – Before attempting to start the engine, make sure: –...
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SAFETY SA-30 – Do not aerate steep slopes: INTERRUPTING OPERATION Slope is too steep if: – Before leaving the operator's position: - the machine must be crabbed (turned partially - Park on level ground; sideways uphill) to drive across the slope. - Set the parking brake;...
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SAFETY SA-30 MAINTENANCE SAFETY FUEL WARNING IN GENERAL – Gasoline and diesel fuels are flammable; gasoline vapors – Maintain machine according to manufacturer's are explosive. Use extra schedule and instructions for maximum safety care when handling. and best results. – Store only in containers spe- –...
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SAFETY SA-30 BATTERY JUMP STARTING WARNING Battery acid is caustic and fumes 1. Be sure the jumper cables are in good condition. are explosive and can cause seri- Turn off the ignition and all electrical accessories ous injury or death. on both machines.
LABELS SA-30 WARNING BEFORE STARTING OR SERVICING: READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR MANUAL AND LABELS - Be sure the machine is in safe operating condition and the operator presence WARNING works. - Make necessary repairs. AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH: BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION: - Use caution on slopes.
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LABELS SA-30 PIN MAX DEPTH PIN MAX DEPTH 2” 2” 2-1/2” 2-1/2” 3” 3” 3-1/2” 3-1/2” 4” 4” 4-1/2” 4-1/2” 5” 5” USE SAME HOLE ON BOTH SIDES USE SAME HOLE ON BOTH SIDES 4172887 4172886 Service Guide HYDRAULIC OIL Read and understand the Operator Manual before servicing.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS / CONTROLS SA-30 ASSEMBLY / SET UP INSTRUCTIONS 1. READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE ASSEMBLY. 2. Remove the brackets securing the machine to the pallet. Reinstall and tighten caster axle nut. 3. Lower the operator platform. 4. Open the rear panel and connect the ground wire to the battery. 5.
CONTROLS SA-30 DEPTH SET (J1 & J2) - The depth setting is located below and to the rear of the engine on each side. Place the pin in the hole on each side for the depth you wish to aerate. NOTE: Actual depth may vary depending on soil conditions, tire pressure and tine wear.
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CONTROLS SA-30 PAD (M) - The pad (M) may be removed for access to the inside of the control tower and to access the document tube (N) containing the operator's manual. It may be un-clipped and used as a kneeling pad. To remove, lift up and pull out at the bottom of the pad.
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CONTROLS SA-30 OPERATOR PLATFORM The operator platform may be raised to shorten the machine for transport or to allow use as a walk behind unit. Flip the operator platform up and secure with the latch. Operate the machine normally. To lower the operator platform, lift the latch, and lower the operator platform to the riding position.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST SA-30 PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST (OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY) ___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety ___ Never allow riders. decal instructions. ___ Inspect area and remove stones, branches or ___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in other hard objects that might affect aeration, good condition.
OPERATION SA-30 FUELING OPERATOR PRESENCE INTERLOCK SYSTEM – Fill fuel tank(s) with good quality, clean, unleaded gasoline. Do not use hi-test fuel. Do not use fuel To start the engine: with more than 10% ethanol (E10). – The left hand operator presence control lever –...
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OPERATION SA-30 STEERING Turns during reverse movement: Forward movement - To – Reverse right turn - move the machine straight move the right traction ahead, push both control lever forward toward levers forward equally neutral to slow the right FORWARD REVERSE RIGHT TURN from their neutral posi- drive wheel.
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OPERATION SA-30 AERATING Use of the Depth Stops (J1 & J2) NOTE: For best performance, the lawn to be aerated – The depth stops enable consistent core depth in should be thoroughly watered the day before. varying soil conditions by setting the maximum core 1.
TRANSPORTATION / STORAGE SA-30 TRANSPORTATION OPERATOR PLATFORM To reduce the space required, the operator platform may be folded up. A latch is provided to hold it in the "UP" position. the latch automatically engages when the platform is raised. to lower the operator platform, raise the latch to disengage it and lower the platform.
MAINTENANCE SA-30 JACK STANDS Your machine is equipped with built in jackstands. The jack stands are useful to raise the drive wheels off the ground for maintenance and changing chains and belts. – When jack stands have been positioned, run or stop engine as appropriate for the work being performed.
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MAINTENANCE SA-30 CHECK DAILY Operator Presence Interlock System - Start Operation For the engine to crank, the parking brake must be ON, and the operator present control lever must be re- leased in the neutral position. Stand on the operator platform and check, one by one, if the engine will crank with the parking brake OFF or the operator control lever held down.
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MAINTENANCE SA-30 LUBRICATION PIVOTS Every 500 hours or yearly (whichever comes first): Caster pivots (2 per) Transaxle idler pivots (1 per) Hydraulic cylinder pivots (1 per) WARNING CHAINS-LUBRICATION AND TENSION Check chain tension after the first 4 hours of operation as detailed below.
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MAINTENANCE SA-30 TRANSAXLE & HYDRAULIC OIL Do not perform engine maintenance without the en- gine off and spark plug wires disconnected. Check cold. Add 20w50 oil if necessary to the indicated level. Do not overfill. When the oil warms up it ex- pands.
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MAINTENANCE SA-30 ENGINE OIL Do not perform engine maintenance without the en- gine off and spark plug wires disconnected. AFTER FIRST FIVE (5) HOURS While the engine is warm: 1. Release the oil drain hose assembly from the engine clip J. Lay hose assembly over the frame edge.
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MAINTENANCE SA-30 PURGING TRANSAXLES 2. Raise the drive wheels off the ground. Support unit with jack stands or other suitable means. Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydrostatic 3. With the bypass valve open, and the engine drive applications, it is critical that it be purged from running, slowly move the control levers in both the system.
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MAINTENANCE SA-30 SPECIFIC TORQUES Tine BOLTS 15-20 FT-LBS (20-27 Nm) WHEEL LUG NUTS 75-100 FT-LBS (102-135.5 Nm) ENGINE PULLEY MOUNTING BOLT 50-60 FT-LBS (68 Nm-81Nm) WHEEL HUB NUT 120-140 FT-LBS (162.5-190 Nm) CLEANING MACHINE WASHING MACHINE Clean the machine after use. Compressed air is CAUTION: Improperly washing a machine can cause recommended.
ADJUSTMENTS SA-30 MAXIMUM AERATION DEPTH Depth stops set the maximum aeration depth. Maximum aeration depth may be adjusted by changing the hole the depth stop pin is in. Typical aeration depth is 2 1/2 - 3” (60-75 mm). Pins J1 on both sides of the machine need to be in the same hole so the tine frame is not twisted during operation.
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ADJUSTMENTS SA-30 TRACTION CONTROL LINKAGE The transaxles on this machine are spring loaded to the neutral position. The traction control levers need to be adjusted so the LH lever is in the neutral slot when the tractions are released. The right hand lever is adjusted to line up with the left hand lever.
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ADJUSTMENTS SA-30 CHAINS Tines may drop suddenly. Support the tines when working underneath them. NOTE: It is normal for there to be some play in the chain. WHEEL AND TINE DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENTS 1. Raise the machine and support it on the built in jack stands.
BELT REPLACEMENT SA-30 NOTE: Use replacement belts from Schiller Grounds care, Inc. not general purpose belts. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. belts are specifically designed for the loads of this machine and will normally pro- vide longer service life. ENGINE-TRANSAXLE BELT 1.
CHAIN REPLACEMENT SA-30 NOTE: It is recommended replacement chains TINE CHAIN from Schiller Grounds care, Inc. be used. Schiller Tines may drop suddenly. Support tines when work- Grounds Care, Inc. supplies a premium quality chain ing underneath them. cut to the correct length. Replace all chains together 1.
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BELT REPLACEMENT SA-30 WHEEL CHAIN 1. Start the engine and raise the machine ion the jack stands. See jack stands section page 19. Stop the engine. Open the transaxle by pass valves so you can rotate the tines and axles manually.
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SPECIFICATIONS SA-30 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER SA-30 MANUFACTURER KAWASAKI MODEL FS541V CYLINDERS COOLING FUEL Gasoline BORE/STROKE 2.9" x 2.8" (73 x 72 mm) DISPLACEMENT 36.8 ci (603 cc) COMPRESSION 8.1:1 OUTPUT POWER Refer to engine manufacturer's speci- fications and website OUTPUT TORQUE 31.0 ft-lb (42.1 Nm) @2200 rpm...
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Effective March 1, 2016 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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