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Operator Owner's Manual
AE551, AE551H
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Specifications
AE551 AE551H
ENGINE: H.P. 5.5 (4.1 kW) 5.5 (4.1 kW)
ENGINE: TYPE B&S OHV HONDA OHV
ENGINE: FUEL CAP. 3.0 qt. (2.84 L) 3.88 qt. (3.41 L)
ENGINE: OIL CAP. 0.66 qt. (0.62 L) 0.69 qt. (0.65 L)
UNIT W EIGHT 290# (131.8 kg) 294# (133.6 kg)
REMOVABLE WEIGHT 36# (16.4 kg) 36# (16.4 kg)
NET UNIT W EIGHT 326# (148.2 kg) 330# (150.0 kg)
WEIGHT: SHIPPING 471# (
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5 IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL & ENGINE MANUAL.” THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 13. DO NOT tamper with governor springs, 21. DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder, or W
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9 GENERAL SAFETY For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed: Do not operate this machine without first reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual. ·DO NOT operate a machine that exhibits excessive vibration. ·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than 19°. Use of Ear Protection is recommended while ·DO NOT use this unit on any surface other than grass lawns. operating this machine. ·DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment. Use of Ey
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START STOP ' ' ' .. 13 CONTROLS Engine speed is set by using the throttle control lever, ENGINE SPEED CONTROL located in the middle of the operators handle. HONDA ENGINE CONTROLS B & S ENGINE CONTROLS Increase Decrease Speed Speed Decrease Increase Speed Speed Throttle lever on handle Throttle lever on handle Set lever to choke position when starting a cold engine RUN CHOKE CHOKE LEVER FUEL VALVE 14 15 ENGINE LABELS INSTRUCTION LABELS These labels should be included on your Aerator. If any of
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16 Operation INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for aerating TINES RAISING/LOWERING established lawns and large grass covered areas. The The tines are raised or lowered into the ground by operating machine should not be used for any other purpose than the tine engagement lever on the upper handle. Tine that stated above. penetration is very dependent on surface preparation. READ DO NOT operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive the operation section before aerating. vibration oc
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16 OPERATION continued AERATOR OPERATION CON'T AERATING TIPS ENGAGE TINES: With the aerator in the work area, release WATER: For the best performance and maximum tine the clutch bail and push forward on the tine engagement penetration the lawn should be thoroughly watered the day lever, lowering the tines into the dirt. before aeration. SLOPES: Do not operate the aerator on steep slopes. Use AERATE: Engage the operators clutch bail by pushing it extreme caution when operating on any sloped sur
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16 OPERATION continued ADJUSTING HANDLE HEIGHT UNIT STORAGE This unit is equipped with a height adjustable upper handle to allow for multiple operator heights. Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas TO ADJUST THE HANDLE HEIGHT: with fuel in tank, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or 1. Remove the lock nuts (item 50) that secure the handle, one on pilot light, as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas each side, to the lower handle mounti
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Part No. 360178 Form No. F121203A Page 8 of 12 18 PARTS DRAWING AE551, AE551H
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17 MAINTENANCE TINE REEL REMOVAL AND TINE ROW REPLACEMENT Use only a qualified mechanic for any adjustments, disassembly or TINE REEL REMOVAL any kind of repair . NOTE: Tine reel removal is only necessary to replace an entire tine row or for other major unit maintenance. Individual tines can be replaced by following the TINE REPLACEMENT instruc- WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS tions. TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE ALL MOVING 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. PARTS CO
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17 MAINTENANCE BELT AND CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ADJUSTING BELT TENSION- 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. 1. Remove the top guard (item 3) by removing the four screws (item 2. Remove the top guard by removing the four screws, two on each 13), two on each side, that secure it to the frame. side, that secure it to the frame. 2. Locate the top of the belt idler assembly where the clutch cable (item 3. Slide the belt off of the engine drive pulley, and of
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20 Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Cause Solution Problem Engine stalls or labors when aerating. Working on too steep a slope. Not enough oil in the Work at 45 degrees to the slop moving up and down engine. instead of across. Check and add engine oil. Damaged or missing tines. Loose handle bolts. Loose Stop work immediately. Replace any damaged or Abnormal vibration. engine bolts missing tines. Tighten all loose bolts and nuts. Engine will not sta
