Smithco AER 8 Aerifier (sn 001-012) Operator Manual - Manual (Page 9)

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Maintenance
OPERATION
In excessive stony conditions reduce operating speed.
1. Attach Aer-8 to tow vehicle.
2. Fill ballast tank.
3. Check for any leaks before heading to turf.
4. Lower Aer-8 into the ground so tine penetrate the soil to desired depth.
5. Drive the tow vehicle at speeds that are safe.
6. Do Not make sharp turns with the tines in the ground. Lift Aer-8 out of the ground when making sharp
turns.
7. Compacted areas may have to be aerated more than
once.
8. When Aer-8 is not in use, remove jack pins, extend legs to
maximum extension, replace jack pins.
CYLINDER LOCKOUT BAR
There is a cylinder lockout attached to the rear pivot arm. This is a security guard used
when the cylinder needs to be extended for a long period of time, such as for mainte-
nance. Placed over the cylinder rod when it is fully extended and pin in place. When not in
use return to rear pivot arm for storage.