Woods Equipment PL48, PL72, PL60 manual Operation, PRE-OPERATION Check List, General Information

OPERATION

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this aerator. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the equipment, the tractor, and all safety practices before starting opera- tion. Read the safety rules and safety decals on pages page 4 to page 7.

Recommended tractor ground speed is from 2 to 5 mph.

„Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.

„Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.

„Keep bystanders away from equipment.

„NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. Never place any part of the body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak-down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or movement of control levers can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death.

•Service work does not require going under- neath.

•Read Operator's Manual for service instruc- tions or have service performed by a qualified dealer.

„Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.

CAUTION

„Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST

(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)

___	Review and follow all safety rules and safety
	decal instructions on page 4 through page 7.
___	Check that equipment is properly and securely
	attached to tractor.
___	Check that all safety decals are installed and in
	good condition. Replace if damaged.
___	Do not allow riders.
___	Check that all hardware is properly installed and
	secured.

___	Check all lubrication points and grease as
	instructed in “Service, lubrication information.”
___	Make sure tractor ROPS or ROPS CAB and seat
	belt are in good condition. Keep seat belt
	securely fastened during operation.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Core Aerator Operation

The Core Aerator is designed to reduce the soil com- paction of an established turf area. The hardened spoons attached to the reels penetrate and remove a 3/4 x 4-1/2” plug from the soil. Up to 1000 lbs of addi- tional weight can be added to the frame to ensure the proper penetration by the spoons.

The power for operating the aerator is developed through the weight of the equipment and the contact between the spoons and the turf. Know how to stop the tractor and aerator quickly in an emergency. Survey the area to be worked and remove any obstructions that may affect the performance of the equipment.

8 Operation MAN0152 (Rev. 11/17/2006)