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Form No. 3370-862 Operator’s Manual 21-Inch Walk-Behind Aerator Model: TA2106HOF1 Serial No. LS02001 and Up G013071 Lawn Solutions Commercial Products, Inc. 502-968-3188...
You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information. You may contact Lawn Solutions directly at Important calls attention to special mechanical http://lawnsolutionscp.com for product and accessory...
Safety Operation..............8 Checking the Engine Oil Level......8 Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline ....... 9 Improper use or maintenance by the operator Starting the Engine..........10 or owner can result in injury. To reduce the Stopping the Engine ........... 10 potential for injury, comply with these safety Driving the Machine...........
• Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If • Use only Lawn Solutions-approved attachments. lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do The warranty may be voided if the machine is used not operate the machine;...
Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 20 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 20 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 121-6150 1. Cutting hazard of hand and foot–stay away from moving parts.
Setup Product Overview Unfolding the Handle 1. Raise the handle to the operating position. g013072 Figure 5 g013073 1. Fuel shut-off valve 9. Traction control lever Figure 4 2. Air cleaner 10. Throttle lever 3. Spark plug wire 11. Tine control lever 4.
Operation Note: A warm engine requires little or no choking. Traction Control Lever Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. The traction control lever controls the forward, reverse, and neutral actions of the machine. Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level Driving the Machine (page 10) for more information.
Filling the Fuel Tank with DANGER Gasoline When fueling, under certain circumstances, a static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with explosion from gasoline can burn you and others an octane rating of 87 or higher.
3. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline to within 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) from the top of the tank. Do not fill into the filler neck. Important: Do not fill the tank more than 1/4 inch (6 mm) from the top of the tank because the gasoline must have room to expand.
• To turn the machine, move slowly and press down on the handles; turn the machine in the desired direction then resume normal operation. • To stop, release the control lever (Figure 11). g013076 Figure 12 1. Tine control lever—disengaged 2.
1. Drive the machine onto that trailer, stop the machine, stop the engine, turn off the fuel valve, and disconnect the spark plug wire. Important: If you do not turn off the fuel valve, the engine may flood during transport. 2.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the tension of the drive chains. After the first 10 hours • Check the engine oil level. • Lubricate the pivot arms. •...
Lubrication Greasing the Center Tines Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Raise the tines, stop the machine, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Remove the rear access panel; refer to Figure 16 Accessing the Tines (page 13) 1.
Engine Maintenance Important: Do not raise the rear of the machine. Raising the rear of the machine will cause the engine to flood and the air cleaner to be fouled Servicing the Air Cleaner with gasoline. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the air cleaner elements.
Changing the Engine Oil Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Inspect, clean, and adjust the spark plug; replace it if Every 50 hours necessary. 1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil. Every 200 hours—Replace the spark Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more plug.
Drive System If a chain contacts the bottom of the opening in the frame, tighten it as follows: Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Before each use or daily Maintain the air pressure in the tires as specified. Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate reading.
Belt Maintenance Tine Maintenance Checking/Replacing Tines Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Raise the tines, stop the machine, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Remove the rear access panel; refer to Accessing the Tines (page 13) 3.
Storage 1. Raise the tines, stop the machine, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Remove dirt and grime from the entire machine. Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine will not start. 1. The throttle lever is in the Off position. 1. Move the throttle lever tot he Choke position. 2. The spark plug is disconnected. 2. Connect the spark plug. 3. The fuel is turned off. 3.
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Lawn Solutions may require the defective parts to be returned for further examination. Due to the ease of maintenance on the product, this is a parts only warranty.