Lawn Solutions TA2106HOF1 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: 21-Inch Walk-Behind

Summary of TA2106HOF1

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    G013071 21-inch walk-behind aerator model: ta2106hof1 lawn solutions commercial products, inc. 502-968-3188 serial no. Ls02001 and up operator’s manual form no. 3370-862.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Warning california proposition 65 warning the engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. This spark ignition system complies with canadian ices-002. Important: this engine is not equipped with a spa...

  • Page 3: Safety

    Operation..................................................................... 8 checking the engine oil level.............................. 8 filling the fuel tank with gasoline ....................... 9 starting the engine ............................................. 10 stopping the engine .........

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    – never refuel or drain the aerator indoors. • check that the controls, safety switches, and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly. Operation • never run an engine in an enclosed area. • only operate in good light, keeping away from holes ...

  • Page 5: Slope Indicator

    Slope indicator g01 1841 figure 3 this page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 20 degrees . Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 20 degrees. Fold ...

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    Safety and instructional decals safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 121-6150 1. Cutting hazard of hand and foot–stay away from moving parts. 121-6151 121–6151 1. Choke 3. Conti...

  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup unfolding the handle 1. Raise the handle to the operating position. G013073 1 figure 4 2. Slide the oval locking rings down each side of the upper handle over the lower handle, locking the handle sections together. Filling the crankcase with oil the engine crankcase is shipped without oil. You...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Note: a warm engine requires little or no choking. Traction control lever the traction control lever controls the forward, reverse, and neutral actions of the machine. Refer to driving the machine (page 10) for more information. Tine control lever the tine control lever lifts the rear wheels, causin...

  • Page 9: Gasoline

    Filling the fuel tank with gasoline for best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and longer eng...

  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    3. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline to within 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) from the top of the tank. Do not fill into the filler neck. Important: do not fill the tank more than 1/4 inch (6 mm) from the top of the tank because the gasoline must have room to expand. 4. Install the fuel tank c...

  • Page 11: Aerating

    • to turn the machine, move slowly and press down on the handles; turn the machine in the desired direction then resume normal operation. • to stop, release the control lever (figure 11). G013075 3 2 1 figure 11 1. Forward 3. Reverse 2. Neutral (stop) aerating 1. Drive the machine to the desired loc...

  • Page 12: Securing The Machine For

    G013074 1 figure 13 1. Weight adjusting the coring depth a coring depth of 2-1/2 inches (6.35 cm) is recommended, but you can change the depth as follows: 1. Raise the tines, stop the machine, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Loosen the nuts securing the wheel stop on the righ...

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Maintenance recommended maintenance schedule(s) maintenance service interval maintenance procedure after the first 5 hours • change the engine oil. After the first 10 hours • check the tension of the drive chains. Before each use or daily • check the engine oil level. • lubricate the pivot arms. • i...

  • Page 14: Lubrication

    Figure 16 1. Jack stand warning mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support machine and cause a serious injury. • use jack stands when supporting machine. • do not use hydraulic jacks. Lubrication greasing the center tines service interval: before each use or daily 1. Raise the tines, stop the...

  • Page 15: Engine Maintenance

    Important: do not raise the rear of the machine. Raising the rear of the machine will cause the engine to flood and the air cleaner to be fouled with gasoline. G013292 1 figure 18 1. Chain (left side shown) 3. Apply a general purpose oil (10w30) onto the lower chain span while rotating the front whe...

  • Page 16: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the engine oil service interval: after the first 5 hours every 50 hours 1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil. Note: warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Warning oil may be hot after engine has been run, and contact with hot oil can cause severe personal injury. Avoid con...

  • Page 17: Drive System

    Drive system maintenance checking the tire pressure service interval: before each use or daily maintain the air pressure in the tires as specified. Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate reading. Pressure: 46 psi (317 kpa) 1 g003793 figure 22 1. Valve stem checking the tension o...

  • Page 18: Belt Maintenance

    Belt maintenance tine maintenance checking/replacing tines service interval: before each use or daily 1. Raise the tines, stop the machine, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Remove the rear access panel; refer to accessing the tines (page 13) 3. Manually rotate the tines on the...

  • Page 19: Storage

    Storage 1. Raise the tines, stop the machine, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Remove dirt and grime from the entire machine. Important: you can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of water, especially near the ...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting problem possible cause corrective action 1. The throttle lever is in the off position. 1. Move the throttle lever tot he choke position. 2. The spark plug is disconnected. 2. Connect the spark plug. 3. The fuel is turned off. 3. Open the fuel valve. Engine will not start. 4. The trac...

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    Lawn solutions warranty limited warranty for the 21 inch walk-behind aerator. The product carries a 1-year limited warranty from the date of purchase for the original purchaser. Lawn solutions will replace for the original purchaser free of charge any part or parts found to be defective in material ...