Husqvarna AR19 - Manual (Page 24)

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RUNNING
Aeration tips
Should I water the lawn before aeration?
Aeration is best performed on soft and moist ground.
If you are unsure of soil conditions, e.g. in high clay
content soil, a simple test can be used to determine
whether you need to water before aerating. Press a
garden spade or a large screwdriver into the soil. You
should be able to reach about 5 – 7.5 cm with little
effort. If you are unable to do so, you must water the
lawn one day before aerating.
When should I use the removable weights?
The soil conditions dictate whether extra machine
weight will be required for effective aeration. The
weights are provided to give you added control and
better tine penetration.
Before you start
1. Make sure that the collapsible handle is in
working position and locked in place with the
cam lock (applies to model AR19).
2. Fit the weights if necessary.
3. Make sure that the clutch handle releases
properly and that the clutch cable slides easily.
(applies to model AR19).
4. Make sure that the throttle/clutch releases
properly and that the throttle and clutch cables
slide easily (applies to model AR25).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Clear the lawn of any extraneous objects.
Clearly mark rocks and other fixed objects.
Be especially sure to check for hidden
electrical cables or similar in the surface of
the lawn.
Aeration
1. Start the engine and adjust the throttle so that
you can move at a comfortable walking pace
and maintain control over the equipment at all
times.
2. Set the desired depth using the depth knob (see
illustration). Aeration depth decreases if you
turn the knob clockwise.
3. Lower the tines into the soil by pressing down
the rear wheel control (the rear wheels rise).
4. Press down the handle. This allows the tines to
penetrate better and makes the machine easier
to steer (the front wheel rises).
5. Depress the clutch handle towards the handle
and the machine will begin moving.
6. Stop by releasing the clutch handle.
7. Adjust the throttle setting on the engine as
necessary to achieve a comfortable speed.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
By lifting the rear wheels all the way (for
maximum aeration depth) you reduce the
machine’s stability but increase aeration
depth.
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