locked to the tractor PTO and gearbox shafts. Drive shields must turn freely on the drive-
line.
• See that all shields are correctly installed.
• Remove any debris caught in the rotors.
• Check gearbox oil level before first operation and every 200 hours of operation thereafter.
(Refer to operator maintenance section.)
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Never attempt to clean, adjust, lubricate or perform any maintenance on the AERA-vator
while it is attached to the tractor or any other power source with the engine running.
• Read and understand all safety decals prior to performing any maintenance.
Replace any safety decals that are not legible.
• Never attempt to clean, adjust, lubricate or perform any maintenance on the AERA-vator
while it is attached to the tractor in the raised position unless safety blocks are inserted un-
der the frame.
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• When not attached to the tractor, always
use the lifting hook to hoist the machine
for maintenance. (See Figure 4). Use ex-
treme caution when using lifting hook be-
cause center of gravity is affected by ad-
ditional attachments and the unit may
shift rearward.
• When installing tines, performing any ro-
tor shaft service, or removing debris from
the rotors, ensure that the rotor shaft does
not rotate because a serious pinch injury
could occur.
Figure 4. Swing Stand/Lifting Hook
LIFTING HOOK
SWING STAND
