MODEL PL600B SERIAL #337+ & MODEL PL600H SERIAL #543+
MANUALS FOR OLDER UNITS CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.SOURCEONEX.COM/PLUGR
PLUGR PL600 COMMERCIAL 30" TURF AERATOR MANUAL
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Handle: Slide the handle onto the frame pegs. The control levers
should be facing upward. Insert the two (2) clevis pins and fasten
with the two (2) hairpin cotter keys or the hardware that is provided.
Retractor Cable: Solid wire cable with identical ends attaches to
black retractor plate with 1/4" x 1 1/2" bolt and lock nut. This is
installed at the factory. The other end is placed on the center
handle lever. Install cable and place the clevis pin and cotter pin key
back in position.
Clutch Rod: Solid rod with clevis attached on one end. Remove
cover of machine and locate gold clevis at lower right hand side of
machine. Screw rod into clevis until it hits pre-adjustment jam nut.
(NOTE: threads are left hand and rod must be turned counter
clockwise.) Connect clevis end of rod to handle using clevis pin and
cotter pin provided. Both clevises should be locked in place by jam
nuts at this point.
Engine: Engine and gear case are factory filled with high quality
detergent SAE 30 oil, (SE, SF, or SG). Check level prior to operation.
Please refer to the engine manual or call the engine manufacturer at
the phone number listed in the engine instructions if there are any
questions regarding the engine. NOTE: GASOLINE CAN BE
HAZARDOUS. HANDLE GASOLINE CAREFULLY AT ALL TIMES! USE
LEAD FREE GASOLINE WITHOUT OIL MIXED IN.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION! KEEP FINGERS FROM BEING PINCHED UNDER THE
MOVING HAND LEVERS DURING ENGAGEMENT.
Bottom lever: This lever engages the drive belt idler. Pull it up to
engage. This lever must be held up for machine operation. When
released, forward motion will stop. If the lever fails to spring down
when released, contact the manufacturer immediately for
adjustment instructions as this is a safety feature.
Center lever: This lever swings the plugr mechanism forward into
the operating position. Release handle and allow lever to move
forward. It will automatically pull itself into operating position.
To aerate: Release the center lever and allow tines to move
forward. Pull the bottom lever up and hold. Do not push machine
while operating. The holes will be deeper if you allow the PLUGR to
pull itself forward as the tines penetrate the soil.
To stop PLUGR: Release the bottom lever. It will automatically
spring down to disengage belt idler. Pull the center lever back to
lock. SHUT OFF ENGINE if not continuing.
To remove access cover: Remove center screw (if CE) and release
rubber latches. Reverse procedure to replace cover.
To operate in cold temperatures: Engage tines in "up" position for
at least two minutes prior to actual aeration to warm cam grease.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE USED ONLY FOR:
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Cam bearings: Grease cams on the zerks provided every 10 hours
of operation. We recommend Almagard ® #3752 Grease from
Lubrication Engineers ® , Inc. Check for wear periodically.
Shaft bearings: Grease both crank shaft ball bearings on the
zerks provided every 100 hours of operation.
Wheel bearings: Grease wheel ball bearings on the zerks provided
every 100 hours of operation.
Engine oil/filter: See engine manufacturer's instructions. Change
oil and filter at least once a season per engine manual.
V-Belt: Adjust V-belt tightness with adjustment holes in pivoting
clutch bracket. It should only be necessary to move to the next
hole. Do not overtighten V-belt. This puts a load on the engine gear
box bearings. The belt is tight enough when it does not slip during
the operating cycle.
Tines (threaded type): These are adjustable by only the thickness
of the jam nut approximately 1/4" and the openings should face the
rear of the PLUGR. They are replaceable by loosening the jam lock
nut and unscrewing the tine. All threads are right hand. Install the
tine with the jam lock nut on the tine and use maximum threads
inserted into the tine casting. Tighten jam lock nut against the tine
casting.
Decals: All safety decals are available for replacement at no cost.
Do not operate without all warning labels clearly readable.
SPECIFICATIONS
Machine Width
Aeration Width Per Pass
Hole Centers
Hole Depth (Up to)
Plug Diameter
Approx. Sq. Ft. Per Hour (Up to)
Shipping Weight
Actual Machine Weight
Tire
Belt Drive Clutch
Nylatron Cam Bearings
30"
30"
3 5/8" x 6"
2 3/4"
5/8"
27,500
298 lbs.
250 lbs.
10"
Double V-type