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PLV180L
Aerator
Aerator Owner's Manual
PLV180L
Original Instructions
IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
5109840
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  • Page 1 PLV180L Aerator Aerator Owner's Manual PLV180L Original Instructions IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 5109840...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Specifications Intended Use Labels Throttle Controls Packing Checklist Initial Set-Up Assembly Operation Maintenance 7-17 Troubleshooting Spare Parts List Part Illustrations and Lists 20-33 5109840...

  • Page 3: Specifications

    Specifications PLV180L Engine: B&S VANGUARD 6.5HP w/6:1 Engine Model No. 12V3520006F1 Engine Fuel Capacity 3.7 qt. (3.1 L) Engine Oil Capacity 0.63 qt. (0.59 L) Total Unit Weight 242 lb (109.8 kg) Length 57” (1.45 m) Width 24”( .61 m) Height 40”...

  • Page 4: Labels

    Warning Labels The labels shown below were installed on your Aerator. If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them before operating this equipment. Item numbers from the Illustrated Parts List and part numbers are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown.

  • Page 5: Throttle Controls

    Throttle Controls- Vanguard Set lever to choke when starting cold. CHOKE Set lever to dictate engine speed. To stop STOP the engine, move the lever completely to the left. Packing Checklist Your aerator is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled with the cables de-tached. READ all safety instructions before assembling unit.

  • Page 6: Initial Set-Up Assembly

    Initial Set-Up Assembly Refer to Figure A in the Packing Checklist section to identify parts in Initial Set-Up Assembly. 1. UNFOLD the upper handle (A, Figure A) and slide handle lock loops (B, Figure A) into place to secure the upper handle to the lower.

  • Page 7: Operation

    Operation TURNING: At the end of an aerating run, release the bail and raise the tines out of the ground. Then repo- sition the unit for another pass and lower the tines to begin another run. TRANSPORT: Be sure to raise tines out of the ground (disengaging the bail and then raising the tines with the center lever) before transporting away from the work area.
  • Page 8 Maintenance COMMON MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Note: Refer to Figure B for tools needed for common maintenance procedures outlined in this section. Figure B Letter Identification Tool Impact Wrench 1/2” socket 9/16” socket 1/2” wrench 9/16” wrench 1/8” Allen wrench 1/4” curved Allen wrench Pliers 5109840...
  • Page 9 REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT 1. Lower the tines on the PLV180L unit and remove its hood. Use your hands to pull down on the rubber latches (4 latches total; 2 in the rear of machine, 1 on each side of machine). See Figure C for latched posi-tion and Figure D for unlatched position.
  • Page 10 Maintenance 3. Loosen the inner pillow block bearings on each side of the tineshaft. Simultaneously, use the impact wrench fitted with the 9/16” socket and the 9/16” wrench to remove the hardware from each pillow block bearing. See Figures G-J. Note the heavy weight of the tineshaft. Figure G Figure H Figure I...
  • Page 11 Maintenance 5. Remove the broken or worn belt. Lift the tineshaft to manuever the belt out compeltely. See Figure L. Figure L 6. Wrap the new belt around the drive pulley on the tineshaft and re-install the tineshaft into the machine. See Figure M.
  • Page 12 6. Reverse steps 1-4 to reattach the top belt-guide-bolt, tineshaft, and hood. REPLACING THE CLUTCH CABLE 1. Remove the hood of the PLV180L machine. Refer to Step 1 from the “REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT” section. 2. Remove the clutch idler pivot bolt. Simultaneously use the 1/4” curved Allen wrench with the impact wrench fitted with a 9/6”...
  • Page 13 Reverse step 2 to secure the idler bracket to the machine. Engage the cable to ensure proper function then put the hood back onto your PLV180L unit. REPLACING ISO MOUNT BUSHINGS 1.
  • Page 14 Maintenance 3. Use the impact wrench fitted with the 9/16” socket simultaneously with the 9/16” wrench to remove the handle bolt. Do not discard the handle bolt. See Figures W and X. Figure W Figure X 4. Use pliers to remove the rue ring and accompanying washer from the handle clevis pin. Set these items aside to attach later.
  • Page 15 Maintenance 5. Use the impact wrench fitted with the 9/16” socket to remove the outside mount bolt and inside nut. Do not discard. See Figure AA. Figure AA 6. Pull out the handle isolation bracket and remove the old ISO mount bushing. See Figures AB and AC. Figure AB Figure AC 7.
  • Page 16 Maintenance REPLACING INDIVIDUAL TINES 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. 2. Loosen the jam nut then unscrew the tine. 3. Replace the tine making sure to use the maximum amount of threads on the tine. Note: Tines are a normal wear item and should be inspected regularly for signs of wear or damage. REPLACING THE TINE PLATE 1.
  • Page 17 Maintenance 4. Remove the anchor from the old plate. See the part to remove circled in Figure AH. Hold the anchor in place with pliers and simultaneously use a 1/2” wrench to detach the bottom nut. Attach the anchor to the new plate.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause of Problem Possible Solution to Problem Engine will not start. • Stop switch is in OFF position. • Check stop switch, throttle, and • Throttle is in OFF position. choke positions. • Engine is not in full choke •...

  • Page 19: Spare Parts List

    Spare Parts List Please refer to this list of spare parts you may need to service your Aerator. You can order these parts through our customer service team. Part Part Number Application Tines Aerator Tine Assembly 382244 Tine Plate Aerator Tine Assembly 382325 ISO Mount Bushings Handlebar Assembly...

  • Page 20: Part Illustrations And Lists

    PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists 5109840...
  • Page 21 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists PLV180L Item No. Description Part No. WA, PL1801 FRAME 382130-S BUSHING, SNAP 1.31” ID 382240 BUSHING, SNAP 1.81” ID 382292 BUSHING, SPLIT 0.350” NYLON BLACK 373308 WA, IDLER ARM PL18 382133 BRG, SLEEVE Ø.500” X Ø.625” X .625”...
  • Page 22 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists 5109840...
  • Page 23 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists PLV180L Item No. Description Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .375”-16 ZP 8165003 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .3125”-18 ZP 8165002 BOLT CARRIAGE 5/16-18 X 3/4” ZP 8024039 RIVET 1/8 x 1/4 ALUM 381115 RUBBER LATCH KIT 381003 WA, ISO MOUNT...
  • Page 24 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists 5109840...
  • Page 25 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists PLV180L Item No. Description Part No. JAM NUT, 5/8-11 UNC 8143007 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .375”-16 ZP 8165003 BEARING FLANGED 1.0 DIA 381042 CRANK 4 TINE 381296 SPRING, WAVE 1.000” X .700” 382220 SCR-CAP, HSWH .375”-16 X 1.500” G5 ZP...
  • Page 26 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists 5109840...
  • Page 27 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists PLV180L Item No. Description Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .3125”-18 ZP 8165002 BRKT, RETRACTOR PLATE 382326 PLATE, RETRACTOR PL1801 382325 BLT-RDHDSSQNK, .3125”-18 X 1.500” G5 ZP 8024068 BOLT CARRIAGE 1/4-20 X 3/4” ZP 8024021 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .250”-20 ZP 8165001 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .500”-13 ZP...
  • Page 28 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists 5109840...
  • Page 29 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists PLV180L Item No. Description Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .375”-16 ZP 8165003 PIN, RUE RING 0.250” 371275 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .250”-20 ZP 8165001 WA, HANDLE PL1801 382131 SCREWCAP 3/8”-16 X 2 1/4” HCS ZP GR 5 8041055 SCREWCAP 1/4”-20 X 1 3/4”...
  • Page 30 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists 5109840...
  • Page 31 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists PLV180L Item No. Description Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .3125”-18 ZP 8165002 ENGINE, VANGUARD 203CC W/6:1 AT 3 382323 SPCR, ENG SHAFT HONDA PL18 381213 KEY 3/16” SQ X 1 1/4” 9201080 PULLEY, 3.50” O.D. x 0.750” I.D. V, A/B 5105968 SCREW SET 5/16-18 X 5/16”...
  • Page 32 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists 5109840...
  • Page 33 PLV180L Parts Illustrations and Lists PLV180L Item No. Description Part No. BUSHING, SNAP 1.31” ID 382240 BUSHING, SNAP 1.81” ID 382292 ASM,WHEEL&TIRE HDPU 12"X3" W/ 381781 BRG&SPANNER SCR-CAP, HEX .625”-11 X 5.500” G5 ZP 8041153 NUT JAM, 5/8-11 ZP 8143007...

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