Brinly-Hardy PA-40 User's Manual
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1. 1 Refer to your attachment and machine operator manuals 2 In North America and Canada call 1 877 728 8224 and provide product serial number and model number L 1762 Rev E MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR SINCE 1839 RINLY 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 workmanship2. 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 e Routine maintenance items such as lubricants and filters e Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure Transportation and or labor charges 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 1762 Rev E 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 o
3. attempt to disconnect Aerator from tractor with weight in Tray When backing carefully back straight to avoid Jack knifing which could result in damage to equipment 10 MAINTENANCE USE OF ADDITIONAL WEIGHT The weight required to give a recommended penetration of approximately two to three inches will vary according to soil type and conditions Concrete blocks patio blocks sand bags or any other type of weight can be added to Aerator Tray as required Weight can be secured by using tie downs through holes in Tray Flanges Tie downs are not furnished with your unit Usually three Concrete Blocks will be sufficient but more or less weight may be required Drive your tractor to location to be Aerated Lower Aerator to Operating Position Drive the Tractor FORWARD approximately ten feet and stop e Observe the operation there should be a Plug hole approximately every ten to twelve inches and not more than three inches deep Add or remove weight to obtain this condition MAINTENANCE The key to years of trouble free service is to keep your Aerator clean and dry Never allow wet material to remain in Tray for extended periods of time Occasionally check all moving parts for free movement and if necessary lubricate with oil Should rust develop sand lightly and then paint area with enamel Periodically check all fasteners for tightness IMPORTANT Apply a drop of lubricating oil to each Nylon Be
4. in the palm of your hand if it forms a ball then it is too wet Ideally the soil should fall apart when rolled in the palm of your hand Wait until a later date for soil to dry If soil is too wet the Tines will not operate effectively and your tractor could loose traction causing lawn damage MOUNTING AND TRANSPORTING Attach aerator to your rider or lawn garden tractor using Pin and Hairpin Cotter Supplied To Place in Transport Position Push REARWARD on Lift Handle 11 towards Transport Lock Pin in Side Plate Pull Handle OUT and mover over Lock Pin Aerator now rests on wheels To Place in Operating Position Pull OUT on Lift Handle releasing from Transport Lock Pin and move FORWARD Aerator now rests on Plugging Spoons L 1762 Rev E CAUTION After first thirty minutes of use check all fasteners for tightness To avoid damage to spoons always engage transport wheels to raise the spoons when crossing concrete or asphalt walks drives or roads Use the Aerator only on an established lawn never on newly laid sod To avoid possible personal injury and or equipment never exceed the recommended operating speed range of 3 to 5 MPH Only tow Aerator behind vehicles for which it was designed riders and lawn garden tractors Do not stand ride on Aerator bodily injury could result Always disconnect Aerator from tractor when cleaning or servicing unit Never exceed the Weight Tray capacity Do Not
5. Assembly 13 For PA 48 BH only e Center Plate 33 and then another Center Tube Assembly 13 Make sure Nylon Bearings 15 are inside Tube Machinery Bushing 26 Assemblies Installed in Step 5b End Tube Assembly 12 with short hub end next to side plate One or more Machinery Bushings 26 as 26 required to eliminate any side play in axle Machinery Bushing 3 4 assembly Qty 6 For all models L 1762 Rev E 8 ASSEMBLY Figure 7 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 7a Push the Axle Assembly 10 through the left side plate as far as possible and rotate so the hole in the flat plate faces to the rear as shown Install the Lift Handle Assembly 11 with the welded tube facing out to the Axle Assembly 10 Secure with Hex Bolt 19 and Nylon Lock Nut 32 7b Slip Handle Grip 14 over end of Lift Handle Assembly 11 NOTE Soapy water will ease the assembly 14 Handle Grip Qty 1 Not To Scale Figure 8 WHEEL ASSEMBLY 7a Pre assemble axle bolt Install Flat Washer 25 over Hex Bolt 22 Slide assembly through wheel note orientation Place Flat Washer 25 and Hex Nut 30 on Bolt and thread on as far as possible still allowing wheel to rotate freely 7b Install through holes in Lift Handle 11 and Axle Assembly 10 Install Lock Washer 23 and Hex Nut 30 Tighten inside Hex Nut while holding Hex Nut next to wheel stationary 7c Insert Transport Pin 27 in rear hole same side as
6. B 1674P 11M1036 30M2000P B 6258 1 B 4786 B 4902 10 A 6 B 3307 S B 1674P 11M1036P 2 30M2000P B 6171 10 2 B 4786 N A N A N cU e 2 2 2 2 B 676P 2 2 2 2 uma ME NE NET HE 9 10 NN 2 03 EE 05 6 LONE 08 09 20 21 22 28 24 25 26 2 28 29 e st 32 33 alme ZIZ Z N N mNIoljoljo jo e jojojrnrn n s 3 2 g 3 3 v V A A C1 e z z N N e N C eo TTT 5 L 1762 Rev E ASSEMBLY Figure 1 SIDE PLATE ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED 1 2 Wrench 2 Slip Joint Pliers Tape Measure 15 16 Wrench 2 1a Assemble Side Plates 5 to Tray 6 as shown Pre assemble the Flat Washers 24 to the Hex Bolts 20 Insert the Bolt and Washer Assembly from the inside of the tray Secure with Nylon Lock Nuts 32 When tightening the bolts for the PA 48 BH maintain a distance of LAS AL 48 to 48 1 8 inside to inside of Side Plates 5 For the PA 40 BH maintain a distance of 41 to 41 1 8 inside to inside of Side Plates 5 20 32 24 Hex Head Bolt 5 16 x 3 4 Nylon Lock Nut 5 16 Flat Washer 5 16 Qty 8 Qty 8 Qty 8 Figure 2 BRACKET ASSEMBLY 2a Assemble Mount Bracket 31 to the outside of Tow Bars 7 as shown Pre assemble the Flat Washers 24 to the Hex Bolts 8 Insert the Bolt and Washer Assembly from outside
7. E 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 Towing 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 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 parts 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 Use only approved hitches Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towi
8. Lift Handle Assembly 11 as shown Secure with Nylon Lock Nut 32 f NS 7 d 30 Q5 Flat Washer 5 8 Qty 4 Hex Nut 5 8 Qty 4 NOTE Make sure the Axle Assembly Flat Plate and Lift Handle Assembly are pointing towards the rear as shown Q A 32 19 Nylon Lock Nut 5 16 Hex Head Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 2 Qty 1 Qty 1 lt 23 Lock Washer 5 8 Qty 2 IMPORTANT The wheel hub is offset to one side Make sure the extended offset is installed toward plug aerator OQ AN N Z 32 27 Nylon Lock Nut 5 16 Transport Lock Pin Qty 1 Qty 1 22 Hex Bolt 5 8 x 4 Qty 2 9 L 1762 Rev E ASSEMBLY Figure 9 LEVELING 9a The final step is to level Tray 6 using adjustment bolts as shown here and installed in Step 2 To adjust loosen Bolts and position Tow Bars until level NOTE The adjustment is made with the aerator attached to the rider or lawn garden tractor with the wheels in transport position Adjust This Surface To Level Adjustment Bolts mmm To Tractor Eu OPERATION WHEN TO AERATE Your Aerator should not be used when lawn conditions are too wet or too dry To determine condition dig a small amount of your soil about three inches deep If soil appears powdery and brittle it is too dry Wait until a later date the Tines will not penetrate properly If soil appears damp roll a small amount into a ball
9. NG THE MACHINE SAFETY LABELS 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 L 1762 Rev E 2 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL 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 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 OPERAT
10. PA 40 BH PART NO MODEL PA 48 BH PART NO QTY L 1762 R 892 10 R 1946 B 5922 Ll ii 3 2 C moo B 4851 10 it 2 24 L 1762 R 892 10 R 1946 B 5925 B 4901 10 B 6257 BH B 6259 10 2M1016P B 4855 10 B 5702 10 B 5698 10 B 4862 10 B 4865 10 B 4867 EN C C J ESI C a E E Em J m J J EN m B 4866 J J E 2 a E E E J ES m EN J E EN E mE Instructions 1 Clevis 2 Caution Label 1 Logo Decal 1 Side Plate Tray With Labels 1 Tow Bar Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 Plugging Spoon Axle Assembly Lift Handle Assembly End Tube Assembly Center Tube Assembly Handle Grip 3 4 Nylon Bearing B 6173 BH B 6259 10 N 2 4 B 4855 10 24 B 5700 10 1 B 5698 10 1 B 5309 10 B 5311 10 1 B 4867 1 1 1 1 LN He 0 2 ie RENI B 4866 l6 2 i b LN 37 10 11 12 13 4 15 16 17 18 19 20 1 2 23 24 25 26 27 8 29 30 3 32 33 B 6174 B 3861 D 146P B 6174 B 3861 D 146P 2M1024P 2M1012P 2M1020P 2M2064P P 45M1111P Transport Wheel Hitch Pin Hair Pin Cotter Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 2 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt 5 8 x 4 Lock Washer 5 8 Flat Washer 5 16 Flat Washer 5 8 Mach Bushing 3 4 Transport Lock Pin Hex Lock Nut 5 16 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 2 1 4 Hex Nut 5 8 Mount Bracket Nylon Lock Nut 5 16 Center Plate 37 NIN p NE 4 B 676P B 3307 S
11. SINCE 1839 BRINLY Owner s Manual LAWN AERATOR MODELS PA 40 BH PA 48 BH Assembly Installation Operation Repair Parts For use with Riders and Lawn Garden Tractors AIMPORTANT This manual contains romanan for the safety of persons and property Read it carefully before assembly and operation of the equipment For the latest product updates and setup tips Visit us on the web www brinly com L 1762 Rev E INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of 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 Sj dcbfe 2 3 PARTS REFERENCE eee enne enne 4 PARTS LIST iiic torte ei ee ee 5 h5s Juiibqrec 6 10 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE eme 11 WABRANT Y saarna ainn Back page PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY This lawn aerator is designed for use with riders and lawn garden tractors RECORD PURCHASE INFORMATION Record your purchase information in the spaces provided below DATE OF PURCHASE COMPANY NAME COMPANY PHONE SERIAL NUMBER SAFETY SAFETY LABELS UNDERSTANDI
12. aring and the Aerator Axle before each use To prevent rust on plugging spoons apply a light coat of oil on the working areas of spoons after each use Should rust appear on any other part of your Aerator sand lightly to remove rust and coat lightly with enamel Plugging spoons are manufactured with special steels and are heat treated to resist wear of abrasive soil Striking sub surface objects can cause spoon breakage Contact our Customer Service Department to purchase replacement Plugging Spoons Part B 4855 10 See GETTING QUALITY SERVICE Periodically check the spoons remove any debris which might build up and restrict their action After each use service unit as described and store in a dry area shielding tines to avoid injury SPECIFICATIONS PA 40 PA 48 Maximum Towing Speed ssseee 5MPH Maximum Towing Speed seee 5 MPH Aerator Capaci ceo 150 Ibs Aerator Capacity 200 Ibs Empty Welghl ceti tH ettet dete 66 Ibs Empty Weight sssse 90 Ibs Maximum Towing Weight 216lbs Maximum Towing Weight 290 Ibs Recommended Tire Pressure Semi pneumatic Recommended Tire Pressure Semi pneumatic SERVICE Quality Continues With Quality Service We provide a process to remedy your questions or problems Follow the steps below to get answers to any questions you may have about your product or to order replacement parts
13. iage Bolt 5 16 x 2 1 4 Qty 2 17 Hitch Pin Qty 1 7 L 1762 Rev E ASSEMBLY Figure 5 TUBE ASSEMBLY 5a Assemble Plugging Spoons 9 to each lt welded plate side opposite welds of all the Tube 28 Assemblies 12 and 13 as shown For PA 48H Lock Nut 5 16 pre assemble Hex Bolts 20 and Flat Washers Qty 24 for PA 40 BH 24 NOTE PA 40BH does not use Flat Washers Qty 32 for PA 48 BH Install the Bolt and Washer Assemblies through Plugging Spoons and secure with Lock Nuts 28 24 Nolar Rounded part of spoon fits Flat Washer 5 16 ty 32 against the tube to lock in place Eu BHO 5b Insert a Nylon Bearing 15 into each end of the tube assemblies 15 Nylon Bearing 3 4 I D Hex Head Bolt 5 16 x 3 4 Qty 6 for PA 40 BH Qty 24 for PA 40 BH Qty 8 for PA 48 BH Qty 32 for PA 48 BH Figure 6 TINE ASSEMBLY One or more Machinery Bushings as required to 6a The End Tube Assemblies 12 have one s minats any side play In axle assembly plate approximately 1 1 8 from the end of the tube The Center Tube Assemblies 13 have each plate approximately 2 3 4 from the end of the tube 6b Place a Machinery Bushing 26 over Axle Assembly 10 Insert Axle Assembly through Right Side Plate and install in the following order End Tube Assembly 12 with short hub end next to side plate Machinery Bushing 26 Center Tube
14. ng 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 tow bar Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill 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 tow bar KEEP BODY PARTS FROM UNDER TOW BAR 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 tow bar L 1762 Rev E PARTS REFERENCE Installation Questions Missing Parts Replacement Parts DON T GO BACK TO THE STORE Please call Customer Service Department Toll Free 877 728 8224 or customerservice brinly com L 1762 Rev E 4 PARTS LIST ITEM NO DESCRIPTION MODEL
15. of the Mount Bracket Loosely tighten with Nylon Lock Nuts 32 N 8 32 24 Hex Head Bolt 5 16 x 1 Nylon Lock Nut 5 16 Flat Washer 5 16 Qty 4 Qty 4 Qty 4 L 1762 Rev E 6 ASSEMBLY Figure 3 TOW BAR ASSEMBLY 3a Assemble Mount Brackets 31 to Tray 6 as shown Insert the Bolts from the topside of the Tray Loosely tighten with Nylon Lock Nuts 32 Niue WIE Tray with label faces forward For PA 48 BH model install Center Plate 33 to Tray 6 as shown Insert the Bolts from the topside of the Tray Loosely tighten with Nylon Lock Nuts 32 20 32 Hex Head Bolt 5 16 x 3 4 Nylon Lock Nut 5 16 Qty 4 for PA 40 BH Qty 4 for PA 40 BH Qty 7 for PA 48 BH Qty 7 for PA 48 BH Figure 4 CLEVIS ASSEMBLY 4a Assemble the Clevis 2 to Tow bars 7 as shown Install Carriage Bolts 29 and Nylon Lock Nuts 32 finger tight Next install Hex Bolt 21 and Nylon Lock Nut 32 finger tight 4b Insert Hitch Pin 17 in Clevis 2 and secure with Hairpin Cotter 18 Grasp Hitch Pin and pull forward 4c Tighten securely all fasteners installed in step 4a Then tighten securely all hardware installed in Steps 2 through 3 18 Hairpin Cotter 1 8 Qty 1 Hex Bolt 21 Goes LT Between The Two 32 Carriage Bolts 29 21 Nylon Lock Nut 5 16 Qty 3 Hex Head Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 4 Qty 1 NAA 29 Carr
16. r 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 SPREADER WARRANTY PERIOD The warranty period for this aerator is as follows Steel frame parts 2 Years Tires wheels and plugging spoons are normal wear items 90 days
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