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PLV300L Aerator Aerator Owner's Manual PLV300L Original Instructions IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 5109835...
SPECIFICATIONS PLV300L Engine: HP 14 HP (10.4 kW) Engine: Model 25V3320005F1 B&S Vanguard Engine: Type Engine: Fuel Capacity 6.4qt. (6.1 L) Engine: Oil Capacity 1 qt. (0.95 L) Total Unit Weight: 516# (234 Kg) Max. operating slope SAFETY WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
INSTRUCTION LABELS The labels shown below were installed on your Aerator. If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them before operating this equipment. Part numbers from the Illustrated Parts List are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the part numbers shown. LABEL WARNING GUARDS LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL LABEL HIGH PRESSURE...
P ARTS BAG & LITERATURE ASSY Warranty card P/N- 400972, Owner’s Manual P/N-5109835, General Safety and Warnings Manual Renovation-100295. Boxing Parts Checklist Owner’s Manual PLV300L 5109835 Engine Manual Per Model Briggs & Stratton ASSEMBLY 1. CHECK engine oil level and fill to proper level.
OPERATION AERATING OPERATION NOTE: NEVER PARK THIS UNIT ON A SLOPE OF ANY KIND. Always keep tines in the up position when parking the unit. TINES RAISING/LOWERING: The tines are raised or lowered into the ground by operating the tine engagement lever on the right of the machine.
MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals: Maintenance Operation Every Use Every 10 Every 25 hrs Every 50 Hours (daily) Inspect for worn or damaged parts Check for loose parts Check engine oil ...
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NOTE: Items in ( ) can be referenced in the Parts Illustrations and Parts Lists on pages 12-23. INDIVIDUAL TINE REPLACEMENT (See page 14 and 15 for Parts Illustration and Parts list) While it is possible to replace only one tine at a time, it is recommended to replace tines in pairs on a tining arm. To replace tines, simply remove the 3/8”...
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DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (See page 12 and 13 for Parts Illustration and Parts list) READ all safety instructions before servicing unit. DISCONNECT spark plug wire before servicing unit. Disconnect spark plug wire. Loosen four screws (item 112) holding belt cover (item 10) and remove the cover. Examine condition of belt.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Engine will not start Stop switch off (Honda only). Throttle in off Check stop switches, throttle, choke position and position. Engine not in full choke position. Out gasoline. Connect spark plug wire. Clean or of gasoline. Bad or old gasoline. Spark plug replace air cleaner.
PLV300L PARTS DRAWING ENGINE 26 12 255 256 5109835...
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PLV300L PARTS LIST ENGINE Item No. Part No. Description 362602 ENGINE BASE WA 440346 ENGINE, VANGUARD 400 362225 PUMP PK 12cc VARIABLE DISPLACEMENT 362327 GUARD BELT AE900 362337 BELT HP GP AMD EFF. LENGTH 64.04" 362111 PLATE PUMP MOUNT 362275 PULLEY 5.00"...
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PLV300L PARTS DRAWING TINE 129 142 5109835...
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PLV300L PARTS LIST TINE Item No. Part No. Description Item No. Part No. Description 362212 RING RETAINING EXTERNAL 1.00" 362605 HOOD AE900 610305 NUT LOCK 1/2" - 20 THIN 362606 TINE ARM ASSY RIGHT AE900H SERVICE 8041039 SCREWCAP 5/16"-18 X 4"" HCS ZP...
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PLV300L PARTS DRAWING DRIVE 194 137 5109835...
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PLV300L PARTS LIST DRIVE Item No. Part No. Description 362100 ENGINE BASE WA 362352 WHEEL 15" X 6.00 - 6 TURF SAVER 362106 CAM SPEED CONTROL WA AE900 362329 BRACKET TRANSAXLE MOUNT 362107 BRACKET CASTER WA AE900 362118 SKID PLATE WA...
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PLV300L PARTS LIST HANDLE Item No. Part No. Description 362602 ENGINE BASE WA 362604 HANDLE WA 362134 TANK OIL WA AE900H 362396 FILTER SPIN ON 362119 BRACKET LH HANDLE MOUNT WA 351209 MAGURA CONTROL 362267 BAIL ASSY AE900 351269 RUBBER DEFLECTOR 362269 SPHERICAL ROD END FEMALE 5/16"-24 LFT...
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PLV300L PARTS LIST LIFT Item No. Part No. Description 362602 ENGINE BASE WA 362410 HANDLE TINE WA 362223 BEARING LIFT 362259 BRACKET HANDLE SUPPORT 500267 GRIP HANDLE 1" X 5.5" 362108 TINE FRAME LIFT SHAFT WA 362245 BEARING AND FLANGETTE ASSY .75"...
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