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PLUGR PL415 RENTAL 22" TURF AERATOR MANUAL
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Handle: The folding handle comes attached from the factory.
To place into service, retract the handle lock collar, tilt the
handle all the way back and engage the handle lock collar into
the locked position. Reverse the procedure to tilt handle into
storage position.
Retractor plate holder: To hold tines up in transport position,
attach hook to retractor plate eye bolt before folding handle.
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 open 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:
MODEL PL415 SERIAL #1001+
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Cam bearings: Grease cams on the zerks provided every 10
hours of operation. We recommend Almagard
from Lubrication Engineers
cover. Check for wear periodically.
Shaft bearings: Grease both crank shaft ball bearings on the
zerks provide 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 the clutch cable at the bracket on the frame by
moving the cable to the next hole. Do not overtighten the v-
belt. This puts a load on the engine gear box bearings. The
belt is tight enough when it does not slip during operation.
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
®
#3752 Grease
®
, Inc. Lubricate through the access
3 5/8" x 6"
2 3/4"
22,000
275 lbs.
240 lbs.
V-type
22"
22"
7/8"
12"