Transporting & Securing the Aerator

The aerator is heavy and must be transported safely. It fits in a ute, small trailer or van.

Loading

• Use ramps to roll the aerator up safely
• Keep the tines disengaged during loading
• Have a second person assist if available

Tie-Down Points

• Use the main frame (not the handle) for strapping
• Secure with ratchet straps on both sides of the chassis
• The machine must not be able to roll or tip

Transport Tips

• Transport upright
• Fuel tap OFF during transport
• Do not leave loose items in the tray with the aerator

Before You Start – PPE & Site Prep

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Enclosed shoes or steel-cap boots
• Gloves
• Hearing protection
• Eye protection

Prepare the Area

• Remove sticks, rocks, hoses, toys and debris
• Mow the lawn before aerating for best results
• Lightly water the lawn the day before (moist soil cores better)
• Mark sprinkler heads, shallow irrigation lines and edges

Operating the Aerator

1. Starting the Machine

• Fuel tap ON
• Choke ON (if cold)
• Throttle at mid-speed
• Pull start firmly
• Warm up 20–30 seconds

2. Engage the Tines

Once on level ground and ready to begin:

• Squeeze the tine engagement lever
• The machine will begin coring immediately
• Maintain steady walking pace

3. Aeration Depth

The Weibang aerator is factory-set and does not require depth adjustment. It will automatically core to its designed maximum penetration depth of:

Up to 80mm (depending on soil moisture and hardness).

4. How to Walk the Aerator

• Walk at a consistent pace (not too fast)
• Overlap lines slightly for full coverage
• Avoid sudden turns while tines are engaged

5. Dealing with the Cores

• Leave cores to naturally break down
• Rake them up for a clean finish
• Use a mower with catcher to quickly remove cores (best method)

Shutting Down

• Release tine engagement lever
• Throttle to LOW
• Switch OFF
• Turn fuel tap OFF

Troubleshooting

Aerator not pulling deep cores?

• Soil too dry → water the day before
• Ground too compact → make more passes
• Pace too fast → slow down

Engine won’t start?

• Fuel tap ON
• Choke ON
• Check spark plug cap

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I aerate my lawn?

At least once a year — twice for heavily compacted or clay soils.

Can I overseed or fertilise after aerating?

Yes — aeration dramatically improves seed-to-soil contact and nutrient uptake.

Do I need to remove the cores?

No — it’s optional. Leaving them is beneficial. But you can rake or mow them if you prefer.

Does the aerator work on very hard soil?

Yes, but you may need to water the lawn beforehand or make more passes.

Can I use this on slopes?

Gentle slopes are fine. Avoid steep or uneven areas.

Before Returning Your Hire

• Brush off excess soil and debris
• Give machine a wash and refuel
• Let us know if anything unusual happened