Husqvarna AR19, AR25, TA36 User Manual

Operators manual

Models:

AR19

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

MANUAL NO. 540200239 REV . 12/1 1/00

AR25 TA36

Lawn Aerators

Index

Section 1 · Operator’s Guide Page

Specifications..........................................................................................................................3

Features and Controls............................................................................................................4

General Information ................................................................................................................7

Safety Procedures..................................................................................................................7

Safety and Instruction Decals.................................................................................................8

Decal Placement....................................................................................................................9

Assembly Instructions ..........................................................................................................10

Section 2 · Operating Instructions Page

Aeration Tips.......................................................................................................................... 11

Before Y ou Start ................................................................................................................... 11

Aerating ................................................................................................................................ 11

Throttle Adjustment (Model AR25 Honda engine only) .........................................................12

Rear Wheel Adjustment .......................................................................................................13

Turning and Maneuvering...................................................................................................... 13

Operating on Hills .................................................................................................................13

Section 3 · Maintenance and Service Instructions Page

Transporting the Husqvarna Aerator......................................................................................14

Cleaning and Washing ......................................................................................................... 14

Two-Minute W arning.............................................................................................................14

Storage.................................................................................................................................14

Preventative Maintenance Schedule

Inspection Schedule ..............................................................................................................15

Lubrication Schedule............................................................................................................15

Tine Wear.............................................................................................................................15

Service

Engine Service & Maintenance .............................................................................................15

Drive Train

Engine Removal and Replacement....................................................................................... 16

Drive Belt Replacement and Adjustment.............................................................................. 16

Clutch Cable Removal and Replacement ............................................................................16

Throttle Cable Replacement (Model AR25 Honda Engine Only) ..........................................16

Chain Removal and Replacement .......................................................................................17

Adjusting Chain T ension .......................................................................................................17

Handle

Inspection.............................................................................................................................17

Adjustment ........................................................................................................................... 17

Wheels

Drive Wheel Shaft Removal and Replacement....................................................................17

Rear Wheel Removal and Replacement.............................................................................. 18

Tine andTine Shaft

Tine Replacement ................................................................................................................19

Tine Shaft Bearing Removal and Replacement....................................................................19

Free-Wheeling Tine Assembly Removal and Replacement.................................................19

Section 4 · Operating Instructions for Model TA36 Page

Assembly Instructions ..........................................................................................................20

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

Heig ht 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)

MODEL TA36 SPECIFICATIONS:

Weight lbs/kg: net 190/86 Weight lbs/kg: shipping 210/95 Width in/cm: 45.5/115.5 Height in/cm handle in position: 34.5/87.6 Length in/cm handle in position: 55.5/141 Tines: 32 tines, 1/2”/12.7mm Aerating depth: 3”/7.6cm Hole pattern: 6”/1.5cm x 6”/1.5cm

folded 28” (71 1cm) less handle

Operator’s Guide

MODEL AR19 - FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Figure 1

Operator’s Guide

MODEL AR25 - FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Figure 2

Operator’s Guide

MODEL TA36 - FEATURES AND CONTROLS

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.

SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS

The following decals are found on Model AR19 and AR25 or T A36 aerators. If any are missing or not legible, replace them before operating aerator.

A - Model AR19 only (1 ea)

B - Model AR19 & AR25 only (2 ea)

J - Model AR25 only (1 ea)

I - Model AR19 & AR25 only (1 ea)

C - Model AR25 only (2 ea)

D1 - Model AR19 only (1 ea)

D2 - Model AR25 only (1 ea)

E - Model AR19 & AR25 only (1 ea)

H - Model AR19 & AR25 only (1 ea)

F - Model AR19 & AR25 only (1 ea)

G - Model AR19 & AR25 only (1 ea)

K - Model AR19 & AR25 only (1 ea)

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