Endura ENAR24HC, Operator'S Manual

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Operation Procedures

A.Transporting the ENAR24HC

1.Unlatch the removable weight locks and remove the 2 weight bars.

2.Fasten the locks securely to the aerator and store the weight bars away.

3.Release cam lock on handle and fold down the handle over the engine until the handle is resting against the 

   machine.

4.Working with a partner, have each person grab a lifting handle on the aerator and lift the unit to the 

    transportation vehicle.

i.ALWAYS use safe lifting techniques to avoid back or muscle injury!  Consult your local health and safety 

  organization for tips and best practices for moving heavy machinery. 

ii.The ENAR24HC is a HEAVY machine.  The net weight without the removable weights is 198 lbs 

  (89.81 kgs).  ALWAYS remove and store the weights away safely prior to any lifting.

B.Preparing to aerate

1.For optimum results, make sure that the ground is soft and moist to allow easy aeration.  To determine soil 

   conditions, check whether a garden hand spade can be easily driven into the soil about 2” to 3” (5 cm to 

   7.6 cm )deep.  If not, water work area ONE DAY before aerating to properly prepare the ground.

2.Check for the slope of any inclined area.  This machine is 

NOT

 recommended on use on slopes with more 

    than 35% grade.

3.If the removable weights are being used, ensure that they are securely latched in by tightening the bolts on the 

   security latch.  If the weights are not in use, store them safely away and verify that the security latches are fi rmly

   attached to the aerator.

4.Before operating the aerator, check that the engine is in good order in accordance with the engine manufacturer’s 

   handbook.

C.Aerating on Flat Surfaces

1.Start engine and adjust throttle speed to comfortable walking speed for the operator to maintain control of the 

   aerator at all times.

2.Push down the rear wheel control handles to lower coring tines into the ground.

3.For control and increased tine penetration, push handle down to operate at waist level.

4.Engage clutch control and release to stop aerator.

5.To turn the aerator, choose either:

i.Release clutch control, pull up on the rear wheel control handle, and pivot on rear wheels 

OR

ii.Release clutch control handle, lift handle bars and pivot machine on front wheels.

MAKE 

sure that

 BOTH 

people lifting the machine are 

capable of lifting at least 100 lbs (89.81 kgs( individually!! 

NEVER ATTEMPT TO LIFT THE MACHINE WITH ONLY 
ONE PERSON!!

!

ALWAYS keep coring tines RAISED where there is 
any possibility of crossing hard objects or surfaces 
such as rocks, pavement, etc.)

!

DO NOT USE EITHER OF THE ABOVE METHODS 
WHEN OPERATING ON HILLS!

Refer to following section for further details!