Sears Lawn Aerator S A T 4 0 B H User Manual

O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L  
4 0 ” L A W N A E R A T O R  
MODEL:  
S A T - 4 0 B H  
Assembly  
Installation  
Operation  
Repair Parts  
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L-1643BH-D  
SAFETY  
TO HELP PREVENT BODILY INJURY DUE TO LOSS OF  
TOWING SAFELY  
STABILITY OR CONTROL:  
• Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of  
towed load. Travel slowly and allow extra time and distance  
to stop.  
• Do not exceed maximum towing capacity of towing vehicle  
listed in the vehicle operator's manual.  
Total towed weight must not exceed limits specified in tow-  
ing vehicle operator's manual.  
• Do not tow this machine behind a motor vehicle such as a  
car, truck or ATV.  
• Excessive towed load can cause loss of traction and loss of  
control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on  
slopes.  
Towing this machine behind a ZTR (Zero Turning Radius)  
mower is not recommended due to the sharp turning ability  
of the ZTR. Damage to this machine or the ZTR may result.  
ZTR’s typically operate at higher speeds. Operating above  
5 mph may result in damage to this machine.  
• Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.  
• Use only approved hitches. Tow only with a machine that  
has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach this machine  
except at the approved hitch point.  
SAFETY  
Read the general safety operating precautions in your towing  
vehicle operator's manual for additional safety information.  
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for weight lim-  
its for towed equipment and towing on slopes. Use coun-  
terweights or wheel weights as described in the towing  
vehicle operator's manual.  
OPERATE SAFELY  
• Use this machine for intended purpose only.  
• Do not turn sharply. Use additional caution when turning or  
operating under adverse surface conditions. Use care  
when reversing. To avoid jack-knifing, do not allow towing  
vehicle wheels to contact drawbar.  
• This machine is intended for use in lawn care and home  
applications. Do not tow behind a vehicle on a highway or  
in any high speed applications. Do not tow at speeds  
higher than maximum recommended towing speed.  
• Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.  
PROTECT BYSTANDERS  
Towing speed should always be slow enough to maintain  
control. Travel slowly over rough ground.  
• Keep bystanders away when you operate this machine  
• Before you back look carefully behind for bystanders.  
• Do not let children or an untrained person operate  
machine.  
• Do not let anyone, especially children, ride on this machine  
or the towing vehicle. Riders are subject to injury such as  
being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off. Riders  
may also obstruct the operator's view, resulting in this  
machine being operated in an unsafe manner.  
• Before you operate any feature of this machine, observe  
your surroundings and look for bystanders.  
KEEP RIDERS OFF TOWED ATTACHMENT  
• Keep riders off towed attachment.  
• Check towing vehicle brake action before you operate.  
Adjust or service brakes as necessary.  
• Riders on a towed attachment are subject to injury, such as  
being struck by objects and being thrown off the attach-  
ment during sudden starts, stops and turns.  
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix  
damaged parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.  
Replace all worn or damaged safety and instruction decals.  
• Riders obstruct the operator's view, resulting in the attach-  
ment being used in an unsafe manner.  
• Do not modify the machine or safety devices. Unauthorized  
modifications to the towing vehicle or machine may impair  
its function and safety, and void the warranty.  
• Keep riders off of hitch bracket.  
KEEP BODY PARTS FROM UNDER DRAWBAR  
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight.  
Before disconnecting this machine from towing vehicle hitch  
plate:  
• Stop on level ground.  
• Stop towing vehicle engine.  
• Lock towing vehicle park brake.  
• Block wheels of the machine.  
• Make sure body parts are not under drawbar.  
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2.  
PARTS REFERENCE  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY:  
1 - Pair of work gloves  
1 - Pair of pliers  
1 - Screwdriver (flat blade)  
2 - 7/16” Wrenches  
1 - 1/2” Wrench  
EXPLODED VIEW  
2
2 - 3/4” wrenches  
13  
5
13  
11  
3
29  
16  
15  
16  
29  
15  
14  
4
18  
19  
10  
15  
16  
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15  
16  
24  
12  
15  
16  
17  
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28  
25  
26  
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27  
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27  
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PARTS LIST  
REF  
1.  
PART NO.  
R-821-10  
B-5925  
DESCRIPTION  
Drawbar Clevis  
Logo Decal  
Tray  
QTY.  
REF  
15.  
16.  
17.  
18.  
19.  
20.  
21.  
22.  
23.  
24.  
25.  
26.  
27.  
28.  
29.  
PART NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
Hex Nut, 5/16”  
QTY.  
1
1
1
1
2
1
11  
1
2
1
1
1
8
2
30M1000P  
40M1000P  
B-5456  
11  
11  
5
2.  
Lock Washer, 5/16”  
3.  
B-5453-10  
B-3593-10  
B-3593-10  
B-5832-10  
B-5423-10  
B-4888-10  
R-891  
Flat Washer, 5/8” (think)  
Drawbar Pin  
4.  
Drawbar  
B-3861  
1
5.  
End Panel  
B-3922  
Caution Decal  
1
6.  
Axle Assembly  
Tine  
1M1648P  
30M1600P  
40M1600P  
45M1717P  
B-3307-S  
2M0820P  
B-1673P  
B-5425  
Hex Bolt, 1/2”x3”  
Hex Nut, 1/2”  
2
7.  
4
8.  
Handle Assembly  
Wheel  
Lock Washer, 1/2”  
Flat Washer, 1/2”  
Transport Lock Pin  
Hex Bolt, 1/4”x1-1/4”  
Hex Lock Nut, 1/4”  
Spacer/Bearing, Tube  
Flat Washer, 5/8” (thin)  
Flat Washer, 5/16”  
2
9.  
4
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
B-4867  
Handle Grip  
Caution Decal  
Hairpin Cotter  
1
R-1946  
1
D-146P  
1
20M1012P  
20M1016P  
Round Head Screw, 5/16”x3/4”  
Round Head Screw, 5/16”x1”  
22  
2
B-4768  
45M1111P  
6
3.  
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ASSEMBLY  
Step 1.  
ATTACH END PANELS TO TRAY  
1a) Attach the two End Panels (5)  
to the Tray (3) using six 5/16” x3/4”  
Rd Hd. Screws (13), 5/16” Flat  
Washers (29), 5/16” Lock Washers  
(16) and 5/16” Hex Nuts (15), as  
shown.  
5
16  
15  
29  
29  
16  
13  
5/16” Flat Washer  
5/16” Lock Washer  
Qty. 6  
Qty. 6  
3
13  
15  
5/16” x 3/4” Rd Hd Screw  
5/16” Hex Nut  
Qty. 6  
Qty. 6  
Step 2.  
INSTALL DRAWBAR  
15  
4
2a) Install Drawbar (4) to  
Tray (3) using two 5/16” x3/4”  
Rd Hd. Screws (13), 5/16”  
Lock Washers (16) and 5/16”  
Hex Nuts (15), as shown.  
16  
1
14  
3
5/16” x 1” Rd Hd Screw  
15  
Qty. 2  
16  
14  
2b) Attach Clevis (1) to  
Drawbar using two 5/16” x 1”  
Rd Hd. Screws(14), 5/16”  
Lock Washers (16) and 5/16”  
Hex Nuts (15), as shown.  
13  
15  
16  
5/16” x 3/4” Rd Hd Screw  
5
2c) Attach Transport Lock  
Pin (24) to End Panel (5)  
using one 5/16” Lock Washer  
(16) and 5/16” Hex Nut (15),  
as shown.  
Qty. 2  
24  
NOTE: The inside distance  
between the two end panels  
should be 41 inches to  
24  
13  
Transport Lock Pin  
Qty. 1  
ensure proper installation.  
15  
16  
5/16” Hex Nut  
Qty. 5  
5/16” Lock Washer  
Qty. 5  
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4.  
ASSEMBLY  
6
Step 3.  
ASSEMBLE TINES TO AXLE  
3a) Place a 5/8” Flat Washer, Thick  
(17) onto the Axle Assembly (6), then  
slide it through the hole in End Panel  
(5 right Side) and add another Flat  
Washer Thick (17) if needed.  
17  
5
3b) Position the eleven Tines (7) and  
twenty-two Spacer/Bearing Tubes  
(27) onto the Axle Assembly (6) as  
follows:  
17  
28  
• Bearing, small end first  
• Aerator Tine  
• Bearing, large end first  
Note: Round projections on Spacer/  
Bearing flanges must fit into small  
holes in aerator tines and into two  
holes of opposite Spacer/Bearing  
7
3c) Position one or two Washers (17  
or 28) as needed to eliminate any  
side-to-side movement and push  
Axle Assembly (6) through hole in  
the left End Panel (5) as far as possi-  
ble. See layout below  
27  
17  
5/8” Washer (thick)  
Qty. 4  
28  
5/8” Washer (thin)  
Qty. 2  
WARNING: Gloves are required when handling  
aerator tines. Tines have extremely sharp  
points. Use caution when handling.  
!
Tine and Spacer/Bearing Tube Layout:  
Spacer/Bearing Tube (small end first)  
Aerator Tine  
Spacer/Bearing Tube (large flange first)  
Note: Tines must not move from side to side inside opening of end panels. If looseness exists, use additional 5/8”  
Thick or Thin Washers (17 or 28) inside End Panel to eliminate any side movement.  
5.  
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ASSEMBLY  
ATTACH HANDLE ASSEMBLY  
Step 4.  
4a) Attach the Handle Assembly (8) to end the of the Axle  
Assembly (6) by inserting one 1/4” x 1-1/4” Hex Bolt (25)  
though the hole in the end of the Axle Assembly) and secure  
with 1/4” Hex Nut(26), as shown.  
Note: The wheel bar mount on the Axle Assembly must be  
positioned downward, as shown, in order to properly attached  
the wheels.  
4b) Slide the Handle Grip (10) on to the Handle Assembly (8).  
WHEEL BAR MOUNT  
10  
8
25  
6
26  
25  
26  
Hex Bolt, 1/4 x 1-1/4”  
Hex Lock Nut, 1/4”  
Qty. 1  
Qty. 1  
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6.  
ASSEMBLY  
Step 5.  
INSTALL WHEELS  
4a) Attach one Wheel (9) to the  
Handle Assembly (8) and the other  
wheel to the wheel bar mount on  
the Axle (6). Secure to each side  
using hardware in the following  
order:  
23  
21  
22  
Flat Washer, 1/2”  
Hex Nut, 1/2”  
Lock Washer, 1/2”  
• 1/2” x 3” Hex Bolt (20)  
• 1/2” Flat Washer (23)  
• Wheel (9)  
Qty. 4  
Qty. 4  
Qty. 3  
• 1/2” Flat Washer (23)  
• 1/2” Hex Bolt (21)  
• 1/2” Lock Washer (22)  
• 1/2” Hex Bolt  
20  
Hex Bolt 1/2” x 3”  
Qty. 2  
Note: Attaching wheel without all of  
the proper hardware will cause the  
wheel to wobble. Insure all hard-  
ware is used, see insets below.  
6
20  
23  
RIGHT  
9
RIGHT  
WHEEL  
WHEEL  
6
21  
23  
9
21  
22  
LEFT  
WHEEL  
20  
23  
23  
22  
21  
21  
LEFT  
WHEEL  
8
9
9
8
21  
21  
23  
20  
22  
23  
22  
21  
23  
23  
20  
21  
7.  
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ASSEMBLY  
Step 6.  
MOUNTING & TRANSPORTING  
6a) Attach Aerator to your towing vehicle using Drawbar  
Pin (18) and Hairpin Cotter (12) supplied.  
6b) To place in Transport Position:  
• Pull FORWARD on Handle Assembly (8).  
• Pull out slightly and position over Transport Lock  
Pin (24). Aerator rests on wheels.  
CAUTION: Avoid damage to tines. Engage  
the transport wheels when crossing concrete or  
asphalt driveways and walkways  
18  
6c) To place in Operating Position:  
12  
Pull OUT on Handle Assembly (releasing from Transport  
Position) and push Handle BACK.  
Aerator should rest on Tines.  
8
24  
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8.  
OPERATION  
INSTALLING YOUR AERATOR  
OPERATING  
CAUTION:Avoid injury! Make sure feet and  
CAUTION:Avoid injury! Avoid damage to tines.  
Engage the transport wheels when crossing concrete  
or asphalt driveways and walkways.  
hands are clear of Tine Tips.  
Avoid injury! Do not operate lift handle unless  
attachment is installed to towing vehicle  
Excessive towed load can cause loss of control on  
slopes. Stopping distance increases with speed and  
weight of towed load.  
Total towed weight must not exceed combined weight  
of towing vehicle, ballast and operator.  
USING THE WEIGHT TRAY  
The following maximum loaded weight capacity is the weight of  
the aerator plus the weight loaded in the tray:.  
Model  
Weight Capacity  
B
A
SAT 40BH  
42 lbs. (Empty)  
150 lbs (Max Load).  
192 lbs Max Towed Weight  
C
.
1. Park machine safely. (See towing vehicle manual).  
2. Align aerator clevis (A) with towing machine drawbar.  
CAUTION:Avoid injury! Keep body parts away  
from under drawbar. Do not attempt to discon-  
nect aerator from towing vehicle with weight on  
the tray.  
3. Install drawbar pin (B) through clevis and machine drawbar.  
Secure drawbar pin with Hairpin Cotter (C).  
Towing capacity will vary with weight of towing vehicle and oper-  
ator. Add the weight of your machine to operator weight to find  
the maximum capacity for towing.  
REMOVING AERATOR  
CAUTION:Avoid injury! Keep body parts away  
from under drawbar. Do not attempt to discon-  
nect aerator from towing vehicle with weight on  
the tray.  
DEPTH/PENETRATION  
Weight should be added to the tray after installing to the towing  
machine. Weight should be secured by rope, straps, or other  
suitable means to contain the weight in the tray.  
1. Secure towing vehicle parking brake. (See towing vehicle man-  
ual).  
Weight tray maximum capacity = 150 pounds.  
2. Place Aerator in the Transport Position  
3. Unload aerator tray.  
Moderate soil moisture is important for proper penetration.  
Extremely dry conditions will not permit penetration and may  
damage the tines. Extremely wet conditions will cause full pene-  
tration to the tine spacers. This condition will cut slots in the turf.  
CAUTION:Avoid injury! Keep body parts away  
from under drawbar. Do not attempt to discon-  
nect aerator from towing vehicle with weight on  
the tray.  
SPEED  
The best operating speed is 3 mph or less.  
4. Remove cotter pin and drawbar pin.  
FREQUENCY  
5. Push aerator away from towing vehicle.  
6. Install drawbar pin and cotter pin to towbar for storage.  
Aeration is not accomplished in a single pass. It will normally  
take several passes over the lawn. Alternating the direction by  
90° will improve the aeration effect.  
The aerator may be used in an independent operation or may be  
used when mowing your lawn.  
9.  
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SERVICE  
MAINTENANCE  
After the first 30 minutes of use check all fasteners for tightness.  
Tines are manufactured with galvanized steel to resist wear of  
abrasive soil. Striking objects can cause tines to curl or break.  
Contact our Customer Service Department to purchase replace-  
ment Tines (Part # B-5423).  
Aerator is essentially maintenance free. However as with any  
steel product, it can rust. Apply a light coat of oil on tines after  
use to prevent rust. For rust appearing on painted surfaces, sand  
lightly and coat with enamel.  
Periodically remove debris that builds up between tines.  
Apply lubricating oil at each tine and bearing before use.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Maximum Towing Speed .....................................................5 mph.  
Maximum Load .................................................................. 150 lbs.  
Empty Weight ...................................................................... 42 lbs.  
Maximum Towed Weight ................................................... 192 lbs.  
GETTING QUALITY SERVICE  
Quality Continues with Quality Service  
We provide a process to handle your questions or problems.  
Follow the steps below to get answers to any questions you may  
have about your product:  
1. Refer to your attachment and machine operator manuals.  
2. In North America or Canada, call 1-877-728-8224 and provide  
product serial number (if available) and model number.  
L-1643BH-D 10.  
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY  
FOR  
Pull Behind Accessories  
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole  
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Brinly-Hardy  
Company with respect to new merchandise purchased and  
used in the United States, its possessions and territories.  
and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Brinly-Hardy Co.  
shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or dam-  
age including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substi-  
tute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses  
to temporarily replace a warranted product.  
Brinly-Hardy Company warrants the products listed below  
against defects in material and workmanship, and will at its  
option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be  
defective in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty  
shall only apply if this product has been assembled, operated,  
and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s manual fur-  
nished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse,  
abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper mainte-  
nance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage  
because of other peril or natural disaster.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental  
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an  
implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations  
may not apply to you.  
During the warranty period, the exclusive remedy is replace-  
ment of the part. In no event shall recovery of any kind be  
greater that the amount of the purchase price of the product  
sold. Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this  
warranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or  
injury to you and your property and/or to others and their prop-  
erty arising out of the misuse or inability to use this product.  
Normal Wear Parts or components thereof are subject to sepa-  
rate terms as follows: All normal wear parts or component fail-  
ures will be covered on the product for a period of 90 days.  
Parts found to be defective within the warranty period will be  
replaced at our expense. Our obligation under this warranty is  
expressly limited to the replacement or repair, at our option, of  
parts found to be defective in material and workmanship.  
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the  
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased  
as a gift.  
HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited  
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have  
other rights which vary from state to state.  
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty parts replacements are  
available, ONLY WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through our  
Pull Behind Accessories Customer Service Department. Call  
877-728-8224.  
IMPORTANT: The Warranty period stated below begins with the  
PROOF OF PURCHASE. Without the proof of purchase, the  
Warranty period begins from the date of manufacture deter-  
mined by the serial number manufacturing date.  
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following  
cases:  
a) Routine maintenance items such as lubricants and filters.  
WARRANTY PERIOD:  
The warranty period for this Lawn Aerator is as follows: Steel  
Frame Parts - 3 Years, Tires and Tines are normal wear parts -  
90 days.  
b) Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or expo-  
sure.  
c) Transportation and/or labor charges.  
d) The warranty does not include commercial and/or rental use.  
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of mer-  
chantability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after  
the applicable period of express written warranty above as to  
the part as identified below. No other express warranty  
whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by  
any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect  
to any product, shall bind Brinly-Hardy Co. During the period  
of the warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement  
of the product as set forth above.  
L-1643BH-D  
Brinly-HardyCompany, 3230IndustrialParkway, Jeffersonville, IN47130 (877)728-8224  

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