OWNER’S MANUAL
40” LAWN AERATOR
MODEL:
SAT-40 BH
• Assembly
• Installation
• Operation
• Repair Parts
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Important: This manual contains information for the safety of
persons and property. Read it carefully before assembly and
operation of the equipment!
L-1643BH-D
INTRODUCTION
CONGRA TULA TIONS on the purchase o f your new Brinly-Hardy
Lawn Aerator! Your lawn aerator is designed, engineered and
manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and
performance.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions enables
you to assemble and maintain your lawn aerator properly. And
please, always observe the “Safety” instructions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY .........................................................................1-2
PARTS REFERENCE .......................................................3
PARTS LIST ......................................................................3
ASSEMBLY.....................................................................4-8
OPERATION ................................................................9-13
MAINTENANCE...............................................................14
SERVICE ........................................................................14
PRODUCT COMPATIBLIITY
This lawn aerator is designed for use with lawn tractors and garden tractors.
RECORD PURCHASE INFORMATION
Record your purchase information in the spaces provided below.
DATE OF PURCHASE: ___________________________
COMPANY NAME: ______________________________
COMPANY PHONE: _____________________________
SERIAL NUMBER: ______________________________
SAFETY LABELS
UNDERSTANDING THE MACHINE SAFETY LABELS
Safety-Alert Symbol
a
The machine safety labels shown in this section are placed in
important areas on your machine to draw attention to potential
safety hazards.
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING,
and CAUTION are used with this safety-alert symbol. DANGER
identifies the most serious hazards.
The operator's manual also explains any potential safety hazards whenever necessary in special safety messages that are
identified with the word, CAUTION, and the safety-alert symbol.
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SAFETY
TO HELP PREVENT BODILY INJURY DUE TO LOSS OF
STABILITY OR CONTROL:
• Do not exceed maximum towing capacity of towing vehicle
listed in the vehicle operator's manual.
• Do not tow this machine behind a motor vehicle such as a
car, truck or ATV.
• Towing this machine behind a ZTR (Zero Turning Radius)
mower is not recommended due to the sharp turning ability
of the ZTR. Damage to this machine or the ZTR may result.
ZTR’s typically operate at higher speeds. Operating above
5 mph may result in damage to this machine.
SAFETY
Read the general safety operating precautions in your towing
vehicle operator's manual for additional safety information.
OPERATE SAFELY
• Use this machine for intended purpose only.
• This machine is intended for use in lawn care and home
applications. Do not tow behind a vehicle on a highway or
in any high speed applications. Do not tow at speeds
higher than maximum recommended towing speed.
• To wing speed should always be slow enough to maintain
control. Travel slowly over rough ground.
• Do not let children or an untrained person operate
machine.
• Do not let anyone, especially children, ride on this machine
or the towing vehicle. Riders are subject to injury such as
being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off. Riders
may also obstruct the operator's view, resulting in this
machine being operated in an unsafe manner.
• Check towing vehicle brake action before you operate.
Adjust or service brakes as necessary.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damaged parts immediately . Replace worn or broken p arts.
Replace all worn or damaged safety and instruction decals.
• Do not modify the machine or safety devices. Unauthorized
modifications to the towing vehicle or machine may impair
its function and safety, and void the warranty.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight.
TOWING SAFELY
• Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of
towed load. Travel slowly and allow extra time and distance
to stop.
• Total towed weight must not exceed limits specified in towing vehicle operator's manual.
• Excessive towed load can cause loss of traction and loss of
control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on
slopes.
• Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.
• Use only approved hitches. Tow only with a machine that
has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach this machine
except at the approved hitch point.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. Use counterweights or wheel weights as described in the towing
vehicle operator's manual.
• Do not turn sharply. Use additional caution when turning or
operating under adverse surface conditions. Use care
when reversing. To avoid jack-knifing, do not allow towing
vehicle wheels to contact drawbar.
• Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.
PROTECT BYSTANDERS
• Keep bystanders away when you operate this machine
• Before you back look carefully behind for bystanders.
• Before you operate any feature of this machine, observe
your surroundings and look for bystanders.
KEEP RIDERS OFF TOWED ATTACHMENT
• Keep riders off towed attachment.
• Riders on a towed attachment are subject to injury, such as
being struck by objects and being thrown off the attachment during sudden starts, stops and turns.
• Riders obstruct the operator's view, resulting in the attachment being used in an unsafe manner.
• Keep riders off of hitch bracket.
KEEP BODY PARTS FROM UNDER DRAWBAR
Before disconnecting this machine from towing vehicle hitch
plate:
• Stop on level ground.
• Stop towing vehicle engine.
• Lock towing vehicle park brake.
• Block wheels of the machine.
• Make sure body parts are not under drawbar.
L-1643BH-D 2.
EXPLODED VIEW
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY:
• 1 - Pair of work gloves
• 1 - Pair of pliers
• 1 - Screwdriver (flat blade)
• 2 - 7/16” Wrenches
• 1 - 1/2” Wrench
• 2 - 3/4” wrenches
REF PART NO. DESCRIPTION
QTY.
1.
R-821-10 Drawbar Clevis
1
2.
B-5925 Logo Decal
1
3.
B-5453-10 Tray
1
4.
B-3593-10 Drawbar
1
5.
B-3593-10 End Panel
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6.
B-5832-10 Axle Assembly
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B-5423-10 Tine
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B-4888-10 Handle Assembly
1
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R-891 Wheel
2
10.
B-4867 Handle Grip
1
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R-1946 Caution Decal
1
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D-146P Hairpin Cotter
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20M1012P Round Head Screw, 5/16”x3/4”
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20M1016P Round Head Screw, 5/16”x1”
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30M1000P Hex Nut, 5/16”
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40M1000P Lock Washer, 5/16”
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B-5456 Flat Washer, 5/8” (think)
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B-3861 Drawbar Pin
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B-3922 Caution Decal
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1M1648P Hex Bolt, 1/2”x3”
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30M1600P Hex Nut, 1/2”
4
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40M1600P Lock Washer, 1/2”
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45M1717P Flat Washer, 1/2”
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B-3307-S Transport Lock Pin
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2M0820P Hex Bolt, 1/4”x1-1/4”
1
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B-1673P Hex Lock Nut, 1/4”
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B-5425 Spacer/Bearing, Tube
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B-4768 Flat Washer, 5/8” (thin)
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45M1111P Flat Washer, 5/16”
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REF PART NO. DESCRIPTION
QTY.
PARTS LIST
PARTS REFERENCE
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Step 1.
ATTACH END PANELS TO TRAY
2a) Install Drawbar (4) to
Tray (3) using two 5/16” x3/4”
Rd Hd. Screws (13), 5/16”
Lock Washers (16) and 5/16”
Hex Nuts (15), as shown.
2b) Attach Clevis (1) to
Drawbar using two 5/16” x 1”
Rd Hd. Screws(14), 5/16”
Lock Washers (16) and 5/16”
Hex Nuts (15), as shown.
2c) Attach Transport Lock
Pin (24) to End Panel (5)
using one 5/16” Lock Washer
(16) and 5/16” Hex Nut (15),
as shown.
NOTE
: The inside distance
between the two end panels
should be 41 inches to
ensure proper installation.
INSTALL DRAWBAR
Step 2.
1a) Attach the two End Panels (5)
to the Tray (3) using six 5/16” x3/4”
Rd Hd. Screws (13), 5/16” Flat
Washers (29), 5/16” Lock Washers
(16) and 5/16” Hex Nuts (15), as
shown.
16
5/16” Lock Washer
Qty. 6
13
5/16” x 3/4” Rd Hd Screw
Qty. 6
29
5/16” Flat Washer
Qty . 6
15
5/16” Hex Nut
Qty. 6
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5/16” Lock Washer
Qty. 5
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5/16” Hex Nut
Qty. 5
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5/16” x 3/4” Rd Hd Screw
Qty. 2
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5/16” x 1” Rd Hd Screw
Qty. 2
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Transport Lock Pin
Qty. 1
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ASSEMBLY
L-1643BH-D 4.
Step 3.
ASSEMBLE TINES TO AXLE
3a) Place a 5/8” Flat Washer, Thick
(17) onto the Axle Assembly (6), then
slide it through the hole in End Panel
(5 right Side) and add another Flat
Washer Thick (17) if needed.
3b) Position the eleven Tines (7) and
twenty-two Spacer/Bearing Tubes
(27) onto the Axle Assembly (6) as
follows:
• Bearing, small end first
• Aerator Tine
• Bearing, large end first
Note: Round projections on Spacer/
Bearing flanges must fit into small
holes in aerator tines and into two
holes of opposite Spacer/Bearing
3c) Position one or two Washers (17
or 28) as needed to eliminate any
side-to-side movement and push
Axle Assembly (6) through hole in
the left End Panel (5) as far as possible. See layout below
28
5/8” Washer (thin)
Qty. 2
17
5/8” Washer (thick)
Qty. 4
WARNING
: Gloves are required when handling
aerator tines. Tines have extremely sharp
points. Use caution when handling.
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27
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Note: Tines must not move from side to side inside opening of end panels. If looseness exists, use additional 5/8”
Thick or Thin Washers (17 or 28) inside End Panel to eliminate any side movement.
Tine and Spacer/Bearing Tube Layout:
• Spacer/Bearing Tube (small end first)
• Aerator Tine
• Spacer/Bearing Tube (large flange first)
ASSEMBLY
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Step 4.
ATTACH HANDLE ASSEMBLY
25
Hex Bolt, 1/4 x 1-1/4”
Qty . 1
26
Hex Lock Nut, 1/4”
Qty. 1
4a) Attach the Handle Assembly (8) to end the of the Axle
Assembly (6) by inserting one 1/4” x 1-1/4” Hex Bolt (25)
though the hole in the end of the Axle Assembly) and secure
with 1/4” Hex Nut(26), as shown.
Note:
The wheel bar mount on the Axle Assembly must be
positioned downward, as shown, in order to properly attached
the wheels.
4b) Slide the Handle Grip (10) on to the Handle Assembly (8).
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WHEEL BAR MOUNT
ASSEMBLY
L-1643BH-D 6.
Step 5.
INSTALL WHEELS
4a) Attach one Wheel (9) to the
Handle Assembly (8) and the other
wheel to the wheel bar mount on
the Axle (6). Secure to each side
using hardware in the following
order:
• 1/2” x 3” Hex Bolt (20)
• 1/2” Flat Washer (23)
• Wheel (9)
• 1/2” Flat Washer (23)
• 1/2” Hex Bolt (21)
• 1/2” Lock Washer (22)
• 1/2” Hex Bolt
Note: Attaching wheel without all of
the proper hardware will cause the
wheel to wobble. Insure all hardware is used, see insets below.
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Hex Nut, 1/2”
Qty . 4
22
Lock Washer, 1/2”
Qty . 3
23
Flat Washer, 1/2”
Qty. 4
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Hex Bolt 1/2” x 3”
Qty. 2
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WHEEL
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WHEEL
RIGHT
WHEEL
LEFT
WHEEL
ASSEMBLY
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Step 6.
MOUNTING & TRANSPORTING
6a) Attach Aerator to your towing vehicle using Drawbar
Pin (18) and Hairpin Cotter (12) supplied.
6b) To place in Transport Position:
• Pull FORWARD on Handle Assembly (8).
• Pull out slightly and position over Transport Lock
Pin (24). Aerator rests on wheels.
6c) To place in Operating Position:
Pull OUT on Handle Assembly (releasing from Transport
Position) and push Handle BACK.
Aerator should rest on Tines.
CAUTION:
Avoid damage to tines. Engage
the transport wheels when crossing concrete or
asphalt driveways and walkways
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ASSEMBLY
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C
A
B
OPERATION
INSTALLING YOUR AERATOR
CAUTION:
hands are clear of Tine T ips.
Avoid injury! Do not operate lift handle unless
attachment is installed to towing vehicle
1. Park machine safely. (See towing vehicle manual).
2. Align aerator clevis (A) with towing machine drawbar.
3. Install drawbar pin (B) through clevis and machine drawbar.
Secure drawbar pin with Hairpin Cotter (C).
Avoid injury! Make sure feet and
REMOVING AERATOR
CAUTION:
from under drawbar. Do not attempt to disconnect aerator from towing vehicle with weight on
the tray.
1. Secure towing vehicle parking brake. (See towing vehicle manual).
2. Place Aerator in the Transport Position
3. Unload aerator tray.
CAUTION:
from under drawbar. Do not attempt to disconnect aerator from towing vehicle with weight on
the tray.
4. Remove cotter pin and drawbar pin.
5. Push aerator away from towing vehicle.
6. Install drawbar pin and cotter pin to towbar for storage.
Avoid injury! Keep body parts away
Avoid injury! Keep body parts away
OPERATING
CAUTION:
Engage the transport wheels when crossing concrete
or asphalt driveways and walkways.
Excessive towed load can cause loss of control on
slopes. Stopping distance increases with speed and
weight of towed load.
Total towed weight must not exceed combined weight
of towing vehicle, ballast and operator.
Avoid injury! Avoid damage to tines.
USING THE WEIGHT TRAY
The following maximum loaded weight capacity is the weight of
the aerator plus the weight loaded in the tray:.
Model Weight Capacity
SA T 40BH 42 lbs. (Empty)
150 lbs (Max Load).
192 lbs Max Towed Weight
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CAUTION:
from under drawbar. Do not attempt to disconnect aerator from towing vehicle with weight on
the tray.
Avoid injury! Keep body part s away
Towing capacity will vary with weight of towing vehicle and operator. Add the weight of your machine to operator weight to find
the maximum capacity for towing.
DEPTH/PENETRATION
Weight should be added to the tray after installing to the towing
machine. Weight should be secured by rope, straps, or other
suitable means to contain the weight in the tray.
Weight tray maximum capacity = 150 pounds.
Moderate soil moisture is important for proper penetration.
Extremely dry conditions will not permit penetration and may
damage the tines. Extremely wet conditions will cause full penetration to the tine spacers. This condition will cut slots in the turf.
SPEED
The best operating speed is 3 mph or less.
FREQUENCY
Aeration is not accomplished in a single pass. It will normally
take several passes over the lawn. Alternating the direction by
90° will improve the aeration effect.
The aerator may be used in an independent operation or may be
used when mowing your lawn.
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SERVICE
MAINTENANCE
After the first 30 minutes of use check all fasteners for tightness.
Tines are manufactured with galvanized steel to resist wear of
abrasive soil. Striking objects can cause tines to curl or break.
Contact our Customer Service Department to purchase replacement Tines (Part # B-5423).
Aerator is essentially maintenance free. However as with any
steel product, it can rust. Apply a light coat of oil on tines after
use to prevent rust. For rust appearing on painted surfaces, sand
lightly and coat with enamel.
Periodically remove debris that builds up between tines.
Apply lubricating oil at each tine and bearing before use.
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Towing Speed ..................................... ... .... ....... ..5 mph.
Maximum Load.................................................................. 150 lbs.
Empty Weight .......................... ............................................ 42 lbs.
Maximum Towed Weight ................................................... 192 lbs.
GETTING QUALITY SERVICE
Quality Continues with Quality Service
We provide a process to handle your questions or problems.
Follow the steps below to get answers to any questions you may
have about your product:
1. Refer to your attachment and machine operator manuals.
2. In North America or Canada, call 1-877-728-8224 and provide
product serial number (if available) and model number.
L-1643BH-D 10.
MANUF ACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR
Pull Behind Accessories
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Brinly-Hardy
Company with respect to new merchandise purchased and
used in the United States, its possessions and territories.
Brinly-Hardy Company warrants the products listed below
against defects in material and workmanship, and will at its
option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be
defective in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty
shall only apply if this product has been assembled, operated,
and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse,
abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage
because of other peril or natural disaster.
Normal Wear Parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows: All normal wear parts or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of 90 days.
Parts found to be defective within the warranty period will be
replaced at our expense. Our obligation under this warranty is
expressly limited to the replacement or repair, at our option, of
parts found to be defective in material and workmanship.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty parts replacements are
available, ONLY WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through our
Pull Behind Accessories Customer Service Department. Call
877-728-8224.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following
cases:
a) Routine maintenance items such as lubricants and filters.
b) Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or expo-
sure.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole
and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Brinly-Hardy Co.
shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses
to temporarily replace a warranted product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations
may not apply to you.
During the warranty period, the exclusive remedy is replacement of the part. In no event shall recovery of any kind be
greater that the amount of the purchase price of the product
sold. Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this
warranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or
injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use this product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased
as a gift.
HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
IMPORTANT: The Warranty period stated below begins with the
PROOF OF PURCHASE. Without the proof of purchase, the
Warranty period begins from the date of manufacture determined by the serial number manufacturing date.
WARRANTY PERIOD:
The warranty period for this Lawn Aerator is as follows: Steel
Frame Parts - 3 Years, Tires and Tines are normal wear parts 90 days.
c) Transportation and/or labor charges.
d) The warranty does not include commercial and/or rental use.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after
the applicable period of express written warranty above as to
the part as identified below. No other express warranty
whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by
any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer , with respect
to any product, shall bind Brinly-Hardy Co. During the period
of the warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement
of the product as set forth above.
L-1643BH-D
Brinly-Hardy Company, 3230 Industrial Parkway, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (877) 728-8224
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