Husqvarna 968982102, AR 19 User Manual

Operators manual

Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine.

Models:

AR19/968982102

AR19B/968999277

AR19B/968999358

AR19H/968999363

AR25H/968981104

AR25/968982105

MANUAL NO. 540200239 REV. 02 (11/30/05)

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 You Start....................................................................................................................	10
Aerating ................................................................................................................................	10
Throttle Adjustment (Model AR25 Honda engine only) ..........................................................	11
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
Two-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) AERATION
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 folded	28” (71 1cm) less 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)

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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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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