Husqvarna 968982102, AR 19 User Manual
Operators manual
Models:
Please read these instructions carefully and make
sure you understand them before using the machine.
MANUAL NO. 540200239 REV. 02 (1 1/30/05)
AR19/968982102
AR19B/968999277
AR19B/968999358
AR19H/968999363
AR25H/968981104
AR25/968982105
Lawn Aerators
Index
Section 1 · Operator’s Guide Page
Specifications..........................................................................................................................3
Features and Controls............................................................................................................4
General Information ................................................................................................................6
Safety Procedures..................................................................................................................6
Safety and Instruction Decals.................................................................................................7
Decal Placement....................................................................................................................8
Assembly Instructions ............................................................................................................9
Section 2 · Operating Instructions Page
Aeration Tips..........................................................................................................................10
Before Y ou S t art.................................................................................................................... 10
Aerating ................................................................................................................................10
Throttle Adjustment (Model AR25 Honda engine only) .......................................................... 1 1
Rear Wheel Adjustment ....................................................................................................... 12
Turning and Maneuvering......................................................................................................12
Operating on Hills .................................................................................................................12
Section 3 · Maintenance and Service Instructions Page
Transporting the Husqvarna Aerator......................................................................................13
Cleaning and Washing ......................................................................................................... 13
T wo-Minute Warning.............................................................................................................13
Storage .................................................................................................................................13
Preventative Maintenance Schedule
Inspection Schedule ..............................................................................................................14
Lubrication Schedule............................................................................................................14
Tine Wear.............................................................................................................................14
Service
Engine Service & Maintenance .............................................................................................14
Drive Train
Engine Removal and Replacement....................................................................................... 15
Drive Belt Replacement and Adjustment..............................................................................15
Clutch Cable Removal and Replacement ............................................................................15
Throttle Cable Replacement (Model AR25 Honda Engine Only) ...........................................15
Chain Removal and Replacement .......................................................................................16
Adjusting Chain Tension .......................................................................................................16
Handle
Inspection.............................................................................................................................16
Adjustment ...........................................................................................................................16
Wheels
Drive Wheel Shaft Removal and Replacement....................................................................16
Rear Wheel Removal and Replacement..............................................................................17
Tine andTine Shaft
Tine Replacement ................................................................................................................18
Tine Shaft Bearing Removal and Replacement.................................................................... 18
Free-Wheeling Tine Assembly Removal and Replacement .................................................18
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of it’s constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
Operator’s Guide
SPECIFICATIONS
A) POWER UNIT AR19 AR25
Engine 3.5HP Briggs I/C (2.6kw) 3.5HP Briggs l/C (2.6kw)
4HP Honda (3kw) 4HP Honda (3kw)
Clutch Belt tensioner Belt tensioner
Primary drive One V-belt (A-44”) One V-belt (A-44”)
Secondary drive Permalube Chain Permalube Chain
Gear reduction 6:1 6:1
B) WHEELS
Bearings FRONT – ¾” (1.9 cm) sealed FRONT – ¾” (1.9 cm) sealed
ball bearings with stamping kit ball bearings with stamping kit
REAR - ¾” (1.9 cm) roller bearing REAR - ¾” (1.9 cm) roller bearing
Rear tires 8” x 2” (20 x 5cm) solid rubber 8” x 2” (20 x 5cm) solid rubber
Front tire 10” x 6” (25 x 15cm) semi-pneu. 10” x 6” (25 x 15cm) semi-pneu.
C) AERA TION
Tines ¾” - (1.9 cm) open spoon tine. ¾” (1.9 cm) open spoon tine.
30 per unit 42 per unit
Aeration width 19” (48.3 cm) 25.5” (64.8 cm)
Hole pattern 3.8” x 6.5” (9.7 x 16.5cm) 3.6” x 6.5” (9 x 16.5cm)
Core depth Up to 3” (7.6 cm) Up to 3” (7.6 cm)
Holes per sq ft 7.7 8.1
Working speed 250 ft/min (4.57 km/h) 290 ft/min (5.3 km/h)
Productivity Up to 25,000 sq ft/hr (2323 m2/h) Up to 40,000 sq ft/hr (3716 m2/h)
D) WEIGHTS
Net weight 288 Ibs (131 kg) 420 Ibs (191 kg)
Shipping weight 355 Ibs (161 kg) 487 Ibs (221 kg)
Removable weights 2 x 36 Ibs (16.3 kg) 2 x 36 Ibs (16.3 kg)
E) DIMENSIONS
Height 37” (94cm) w/ handle
Height overall 51.5 (130.8cm) 52” (132cm)
Length 39.5 (100.3cm) w/ handle folded 33”(83.8cm) less handle
Length overall 57.5 (146.1cm) 54” (137cm)
Width 29.75” (75.6cm) 38” (96.5cm)31”(78.74cm) w/o wls.
Shipping carton 41” x 34” x 30” (104 x 86 x 76cm) 41” x 34” x 30” (104 x 86 x 76cm)
folded 28” (71 1cm) less handle
Operator’s Guide
MODEL AR19 - FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Figure 1
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Operator’s Guide
MODEL AR25 - FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Figure 2
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Operator’s Guide
GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual will assist you in the safe operation and proper maintenance of your Husqvarna
equipment. Read it thoroughly before attempting to operate the machine. Call your dealer or
Husqvarna if additional information is required.
The following safety symbols are used throughout the manual to alert you to information about
unsafe actions or situations:
DANGER indicates immediate hazards that may result in severe injury or death.
WARNING indicates unsafe actions or situations that may cause severe injury, death and/or major
equipment or property damage.
CAUTION indicates unsafe actions or situations that may cause injury, and/or minor equipment or
property damage.
This equipment should not be modified without the manufacturer’s prior written authorization. Doing
so may not only affect the equipment’s performance and durability, but also create safety hazards
for the operator and the surroundings. Warranty will be void if changes are made to the equipment
without the manufacturer’s prior written authorization.
SAFETY PROCEDURES
DO: !
• Read all maintenance and service instructions before attempting work.
• Read engine manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions.
• Remove spark plug wire before commencing service.
• Inspect lawn to be aerated and remove rocks, wire, string and other objects that might present
hazard before starting.
• Indentify and mark all ground objects to be avoided, such as sprinkler heads, stakes, water valves,
clothes line anchors, etc.
• Use machine for lawn aeration only .
• Keep unsupervised children away from the equipment.
• Adopt safe lifting and moving techniques when loading/unloading and moving the equipment.
• Make sure all decals are in place.
DO NOT: !
• Do not run engine while servicing.
• Do not use on any surface other than grass.
• Do not operate on slopes exceeding 35% grade.
• Do not place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts.
• Do not lift Model AR19.
• Do not lift Model AR25.
• Do not run engine in an unventilated space.
• Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near unit, and always stop the engine when refueling
• Do not remove guards when operating.
• Do not modify this equipment.
• Do not use this equipment for purposes other than lawn aeration.
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