BlueBird H742G - Manual (Page 2)

Lawn Aerators
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.
Section 1 · Operator’s Guide Page
Specifications ................................................................................................. 3
Features and Controls ................................................................................. 4-6
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 You Start ........................................................................................... 11
Aerating ........................................................................................................ 11
Throttle Adjustment (Model 742 Honda engine only) ..................................... 11
Rear Wheel Adjustment ................................................................................ 12
Turning and Maneuvering .............................................................................. 13
Operating on Hills ......................................................................................... 13
Section 3 · Maintenance and Service Instructions Page
Transporting the Husqvarna Aerator .............................................................. 14
Cleaning and Washing ................................................................................. 15
Two Minute Warning ..................................................................................... 15
Storage ......................................................................................................... 15
Preventative Maintenance Schedule
Inspection Schedule ......................................................................... 15
Lubrication Schedule ........................................................................ 15
Tine Wear ........................................................................................ 16
Service
Engine Service & Maintenance .................................................... 16
Drive Train
Engine Removal and Replacement ................................................... 16
Drive Belt Replacement and Adjustment ........................................... 16
Clutch Cable Removal and Replacement .......................................... 17
Throttle Cable Replacement (Model 742 Honda Engine Only) .......... 17
Chain Removal and Replacement ..................................................... 17
Adjusting Chain Tension ................................................................... 18
Handle
Inspection ........................................................................................ 18
Adjustment ....................................................................................... 18
Wheels
Drive Wheel Shaft Removal and Replacement .................................. 18
Rear Wheel Removal and Replacement ........................................... 19
Tine andTine Shaft
Tine Replacement ............................................................................ 19
Tine Shaft Bearing Removal and Replacement ................................. 19
Free Wheeling Tine Assembly Removal and Replacement ............... 20
Unit Assembly and Parts Diagrams
Model 424 ................................................................................... 21-25
Model 530A ................................................................................. 26-33
Model 742 ................................................................................... 34-39
Section 4 · General Product Information Page
Warranty ...................................................................................................... 41