BILLY GOAT AET60 (01) PDF MANUAL

The replacement tip for aerating tines is P/N 381588.

1. Remove the bolt, washer and nut (items 46, 47, and 48) holding the bracket (item 10) that retains the tine (item 33).

3. Replace the tine and then secure it in place with the bracket and hardware previously removed.

NOTE: Tines are a normal wear item and should be inspected regularly for signs of wear or damage.

Read this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual carefully before assembling, operating, or servicing this equipment.

EAR PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

EYE PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

DO NOT leave equipment unattended while in operation.

DO NOT park equipment on a steep grade or slope.

DO NOT operate equipment with bystanders in or near the work area.

DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.

DO NOT operate equipment with guards removed.

DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, or near any moving parts.

DO NOT operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

DO NOT use near drop offs, ditches, or embankments.

ALWAYS stop and raise the tines when crossing gravel drive, walks, or roads.

ALWAYS operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

ALWAYS wear substantial footwear and gloves when performing maintenance on unit.

ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from moving or rotating parts.

DO identify and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during work, such as sprinkler heads, water valves, buried cables, or clothes line anchors, etc.

DO remove all rocks, wire, string, plastic, etc. that can present a hazard during work prior to starting.

If excessive vibration occurs, stop use of the unit immediately and check for damaged or worn reel, loose hardware, or lodged debris. DO NOT OPERATE IF EXCESSIVE VIBRATION OCCURS!

Always use four or more people to lift this machine. Lift holding on either side of the machine, using the handles and the frame.

Secure in place during transportation. See specifications for unit weight.

For safety use gloves when lifting.

If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them before operating this equipment. Part numbers from the Illustrated Parts List are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the part numbers shown.

The machine is fully assembled; you will need to attach to a vehicle in the desired configuration (see operation section for details).

READ all safety instructions before assembling unit.

TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box.

NEVER PARK THIS UNIT ON A SLOPE OF ANY KIND. Always keep tines in the up position when parking the unit.

The tines are raised or lowered into the ground by operating the crank on the cylinder to raise or lower the tines to the desired depth. Tine penetration is very dependent on surface preparation. READ the entire operation section before aerating.

MOW: Mow the lawn to its normal cut height.

WATER: For the best performance and maximum tine penetration the lawn should be thoroughly watered the day before aeration.

INSPECT lawn before beginning work. Remove all rocks, wire, string, or other objects that can present a hazard during work prior to starting.

IDENTIFY and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during work, such as sprinkler heads, water valves, buried cables, or clothes line anchors, etc.

The AET60 is a combination of a tow-behind aerator and a 3-point aerator with two wings for adjustable aeration widths. When used behind a tractor in the 3-point application, there are pins on each tine assembly that can be removed to allow tines to swivel, enabling the tractor to turn while still aerating with the tines in the ground. When being towed, the tine assemblies must be locked in place for proper tracking.

When using this machine as a towable aerator, the tow link should be in the down position and attached to the frame of the aerator using the two clevis pins (item 19). The tow behind is telescoping so that it can be extended to accommodate various vehicles. Make sure all five lock pins (item 21) are in place on the axle assembly to prevent the assembly from swiveling. When operating, the wings can either be up or down depending on the width of aeration desired. In normal conditions, there will be adequate weight for proper penetration when the wings are up; when the wings are down, additional weight may be required.

When used with a tractor and a 3-point hook up, the inner and outer tow link should slide together and be in the upright position holding it to the frame with the two clevis pins (item 19). The two table on the outer tow link are for the center link on the 3-point. Remove the five lock pins (item 21) from the tine axle to allow the assembly to swivel.

With the aerator in the work area, lower the tines into the ground by rotating the crank at the rear.

Be sure to raise tines out of the ground before transporting away from the work area.

Do not operate the aerator on steep slopes (exceeding 15°). Use extreme caution when operating on any sloped surface. For lesser sloped areas operate the unit, traversing up and down at a 45 degree angle to the slope rather than straight across.

Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals: