Agri-Fab 40" Tow Behind Spike Aerator

Agri-Fab 40" Tow Behind Spike Aerator

Aerate compacted soil to promote new grass growth and enjoy a golf course like lawn. Ideal for use with many brands of lawn tractor type ride-on lawn mowers including but not limited to selected Cox, Craftsman, Dixon, Greenfield, Husqvarna, John Deere, Jonsered, McCulloch, MTD, Murray, Poulan Pro and Rover ride-on lawn mower models etc.

Aerates by slicing the soil to create small reservoirs that will bring oxygen, fertilizer and water down into the roots.

• Replaces OEM: Agri-Fab 45-0544
• Carton Size: (inches) (L x W x H) 44.4" x 11.5" x 13.9"
• Carton Size: (mm) (L x W x H) 1127.76 mm x 292.1 mm x 353.06 mm
• Height: (inches) 18"
• Height: (mm) 457.2 mm
• Length: (in) 31"
• Length: (mm) 787.4 mm
• Weight: 45 lbs. (20.41 kg)
• Width: (inches) 48"
• Width: (mm) 1219.2 mm
• Wheel(s): Flat free type
• Tread Pattern: Diamond

Fits: Ideal for use with many brands of lawn tractor type ride-on lawn mowers including but not limited to selected Cox, Craftsman Garden series, Lawn Series, Professional Series and Yard Series, Dixon D series, Greenfield, Husqvarna CTH, GTH, LR, LT, LTH, YTH, TC and TS series, John Deere CR, D100, L, LT, LX and X series, Jonsered GT, LGT and YT series, McCulloch, MTD Yard Machines and Yard-Man series, Murray, Poulan Pro PP series and Rover etc. lawn tractor type ride-on lawn mower models.

Features: Universal hitch design means it can be used with most lawn tractors. Ten x 7" (254 mm) diameter spikes penetrate the soil up to 2.5" (63.5 mm) deep. Spikes are manufactured from 12 gauge steel. For increased soil penetration up to 100 lb (45.35 kg) of weight can be added to the 40" wide weight tray. Scratch resistant powder coat finish. Folding tongue for easy storage. Flat free tyres for smooth transport.

Made in the USA.

Standard Pack Quantity: 1

Please Note: Required tow hitch height is between 7" to 12" (178 mm to 304 mm). Recommended towing speed 3 mph (4.82 kph), do not exceed 6 mph (9.6 kph). Due to idle speeds (ground speed) this aerator is designed for use with lawn tractors and is not for use with ZTR's or four wheelers. Additional weight of up to 100 lb (43.5 Kg), such as bags of sand or concrete blocks, can be placed on the tray to increase depth of point penetration. Always secure weight to the tray with ties or straps fastened to the front and rear of the tray. Fasten so that the ties cannot become entangled in rotating parts. If the ground is extremely hard and dry, it is recommended that it be sprinkled or watered down for one or two hours prior to aerating.

For best aerator performance, the following lawn preparations and operating procedures are recommended.

OPERATION:

CAUTION: POINTS OF AERATOR KNIVES ARE SHARP! EXERCISE CAUTION AT ALL TIMES WHILE USING THE AERATOR.

1. Mow lawn and remove loose clippings prior to use of lawn aerator.

2. Start the lawn tractor engine with controls in neutral and place throttle at a slow engine speed.

3. Engage shift lever at the lowest possible forward speed and lower aerator, allowing spike points to enter the ground. Increase speed as conditions permit.

4. Aerate in the straightest line possible, making overlapping passes to increase density of the spike point pattern.

5. Avoid extremely sharp turns with spike points engaged in ground to prevent damage to lawn.

6. DO NOT cross over foot paths or drive ways without first raising the aerator.

7. On sloped lawns, always aerate in an up and down direction. DO NOT attempt to follow the contour of the ground.

8. To increase the depth of point penetration, up to 100 lb (45.35 Kg) of weight, such as bags of sand or concrete blocks, may be added to the tray. The weight can be secured to the tray with ties or straps fastened to the front and rear of the tray. Fasten so that the ties or straps cannot become entangled on rotating parts.

9. If the ground is extremely hard and dry, it is recommended that it be sprinkled or watered down for one or two hours prior to aerating.

10. DO NOT attempt to aerate if ground is too wet, (muddy).