oPeraTIon
cauTIon: Failure to obey the following
cautions could result in personal injury
or product damage:
• Securely position your feet on the
push tube handles when engaging or
disengaging the dethatcher.
• Do noT take your feet off the push
tube handles until the dethatcher is
either fully locked into the disengage
position or fully released to the engage
position.
• Do noT allow the dethatcher to fall
over when upright.
Take care when operating your dethatcher. Operating
your dethatcher according to these instructions will help
prevent damage and prolong the life of your dethatcher.
• Refer to the vehicle owners manual for instructions on
safe operation on slopes.
• The maximum pushing speed for this dethatcher
assembly is 7 m.p.h.
• Watch out for exposed tree roots, as they can cause
damage to the dethatcher.
• For best results, always mow the grass to an even
height before using the dethatcher.
enGaGe The DeThaTcher aSSeMBLY
1.
Sit on the tractor so that your feet can reach the push
tube handles.
2. When engaging the dethatcher assembly, be
prepared for the weight of the dethatcher to push
against your feet.
3. Use your feet to slightly push and lift the push tube
handles until the tines of the dethatcher and the
wheel are on the ground.
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FIGure 16