Smithco AER 8 Aerifier (sn 001-012) Operator Manual Manuel d'utilisateur

Product Support: Hwy SS & Poplar Ave; Cameron WI 548221-800-891-9435 [email protected] & Service60” & 78” AER 8 Aerifie

8MaintenanceMAINTENANCEBefore servicing or making adjustments to machine, stop engine on tow vehicle and remove keyfrom ignition. Securely prop Aer-8

9MaintenanceMAINTENANCEWHEEL MOUNTING PROCEDURE1. Set park brake on tow vehicle. Turn machine off and remove key.2. Block one of the other wheels.3. L

10MaintenanceMAINTENANCEHILLSIDE OPERATIONDo NOT stop or start suddenly on any slope. Be especially cautious when changing direction. Do NOT operate o

11MaintenanceSTORAGE1. Before storing clean machine thoroughly.2. Check bolts and nuts, tighten as necessary.3. Make all repairs that are needed and r

12PartsAER8-001 HYDRAULIC TRANSPORT FRAMEAER8-001 HYDRAULIC TRANSPORT FRAMEREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-257 Hitch Pin 12 78-240 Trailer Jack 13

13PartsAER8-003 HYDRAULIC HOSE KITAER8-003 HYDRAULIC HOSE KITREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 18-1683/8 Straight Thread Elbow (come with AER8-001) 22

14PartsAER8-002 ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM

15PartsAER8-002 ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEMREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-274 15' Parallel Cable System 12 18-446-01 Remote Switch 13 74-

16Parts

17Parts3-POINT HITCH DRAWING3-POINT HITCH PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-279 3-Point Hitch Frame 12 HB-34-10-300 Bolt 3/4 - 10 x 3 6HM

Introduction Service Diagrams Parts Accessories ReferenceCONTENTSIntroduction ...1-10Introduction...

18PartsAER-8 "TURF QUAKE" 5" SPACING DRAWING

19PartsAER-8 "TURF QUAKE" 5" SPACING PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-228 Kick Stand Mount 42 HCP-12-300 Clevis Pin, 1/2 x

20Parts AER-8 "TURF QUAKE" 7½" SPACING DRAWING

21PartsAER-8 "TURF QUAKE" 7½" SPACING PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-228 Kickstand Mount 42 HCP-12-300 Clevis Pin, 1/2 x

22PartsAER-8 "ALL STAR" 5" SPACING DRAWING

23PartsAER-8 "ALL STAR" 5" SPACING PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-228 Kickstand Mount 42 HCP-12-300 Clevis Pin, 1/2 x 3

24PartsAER-8 "ALL STAR" 7½" SPACING DRAWING

25PartsAER-8 "ALL STAR" 7½" SPACING PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-228 Kickstand Mount 42 HCP-12-300 Clevis Pin, 1/2 x 3

26PartsAER-8 "AERFINE" 3" SPACING DRAWING

27PartsAER-8 "AERFINE" 3" SPACING PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-228 Kickstand Mount 42 HCP-12-300 Clevis Pin, 1/2 x 3

1IntroductionInformation needed when ordering replacement parts:1. Model Number of machine2. Serial Number of machine3. Name and Part Number of part4.

28PartsAER-8 "AERFINE" 5" SPACING DRAWING

29PartsAER-8 "AERFINE" 5" SPACING PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-228 Kickstand Mount 42 HCP-12-300 Clevis Pin, 1/2 x 3

30PartsAER-8 CORING TINES DRAWING

31PartsAER-8 CORING TINES PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-228 Kickstand Mount 42 HCP-12-300 Clevis Pin, 1/2 x 3 4HHP-177 Bridge Pin, .17

32PartsREAR ROLLER DRAWING

33PartsREAR ROLLER PARTS LISTREF# PART# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 74-245 Mainframe, 60" 174-280 Mainframe, 78" 12 74-247 Adjustment Bracket 2HB-

34ReferenceReferenceDECAL LIST74-156 Decal, Reflector 4 corners of main frame74-157 Decal, Aer-8 Main Frame Sides74-210 Decal Hang Tag Aer 8-00276-305

The Smithco Commercial Products Two-Year Limited WarrantySmithco, Inc. (Smithco) warrants your 2007 or newer Smithco Commercial Product (“Product”) p

This warranty does not apply to normal “wear and tear” items. Normal “Wear and Tear” includes, but is not lim-ited to, damage to seats due to wear or

2IntroductionSAFE PRACTICES1. It is your responsibility to read this manual and all publications associated with this machine.2. Never allow anyone to

3IntroductionSPECIFICATIONS FOR AER-8WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS 60" 78"Length 46" (117 cm)Width 63" (1637 cm) 81"(205 cm)Hei

4IntroductionSETUPThe Aerifier arrives from Smithco banded on a pallet.1. Tow vehicle with 3-point hitch will be needed to transport the Aerifier.2. I

5IntroductionSET UPIf the combined weight of the Aer-8 and full ballast exceeds the hydraulic lift capacity of thetow vehicles 3-point hitch, then an

6MaintenanceSET UPHYDRAULIC HOSE KITIf you purchased a Aer8-003 Hose Kit with your base Aer-8 Aerator it will come un-installed.Quick Couplers from ho

7MaintenanceOPERATIONIn excessive stony conditions reduce operating speed.1. Attach Aer-8 to tow vehicle.2. Fill ballast tank.3. Check for any leaks b