STEEL GREEN SG42 Aerator Attachment Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: STEEL GREEN

Table of Contents

STEEL GREEN SG42 Aerator Attachment
Product Usage Instructions
Parts
Installation Instructions
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
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STEEL GREEN SG42 Aerator Attachment

Product Information

The Aerator Attachment is available in multiple models: SG36, SG42, SG46, and SG52. It is designed to be attached to a machine for aerating purposes.

Product Usage Instructions

Attach the back bracket of the Aerator Attachment.
Secure the gas tank support.
Attach the end with the straight fitting to the return port of the control valve.
Attach the end with the straight fitting to the supply port of the control valve.
Route the hoses from the plow hitch along the right side of the hopper, up through the opening in the hopper shield, and to the control valve. Make sure to zip tie both hose assemblies away from any moving parts to prevent damage.
Add approximately 2 quarts of hydraulic oil. Caution: Do not let the machine run out of hydraulic oil.
Secure the Aerator Attachment using the provided 5/8 X 3 bolt and nut.
Maintain the attachment by greasing the 19 grease points, including one for each bearing and five yoke cavities.

If you require further assistance or have any questions, please contact Steel Green Mfg. at (765)-481-2890 or visit their website at www.steelgreenmfg.com.

AERATOR ATTACHMENT

Models: SG36, SG42, SG46, & SG52

Parts

Installation Instructions

STEP ONE

NOTE

If your machine is already equipped with the hydraulic control valve and hitch, proceed to step eight.
Some parts not shown for clarity.
Set the plow hitch in the frame by resting the front of the plow hitch on top of the frame rail and the back of the hitch will attach to the bottom of the frame rail.
- ASSEMBLY TIP: Use a floor jack or block of wood to support the back of the plow hitch.
Attach the plow hitch to the frame using the top brackets and (6) 3/8” X 2-3/4” carriage bolts and (6) 3/8” nuts provided with the kit.

NOTE: Note the orientation of the back brackets. Be sure the tab is facing the correct direction (One will face left and the other will face right) so the hitch is centered in the frame.

After the hitch is tightened to the frame adjust the exhaust shield so it rests in the grooves of the plow hitch.

STEP TWO

Remove the existing (2) bolts from the gas tank support.
Attach the control valve assembly to the side of the upright using (2) 3/8 X 1” carriage bolts provided with the kit and reuse the nuts that were removed.

STEP THREE

Locate the hose that runs from the bottom port of the hopper control valve down to the left pump.
Disconnect each end of the hose and use the (2) 1/4” jic red plugs provided with the kit to cap the ends of the hose.

NOTE: Leave the hose zip tied in the bundle and tuck the ends out of the way.

TIP: Disconnect the end from the hopper control valve first and hold the end of the hose up to prevent excess oil spillage. Then turn the end down into a container to drain the rest of the excess oil. Have a rag and or container ready to catch excess oil.

STEP FOUR

Using (1) of the 38” hoses provided with the kit, attach the end with the straight fitting to the return port of the control valve.
Attach the other end of the hose to the input port of the hopper control valve. (end with 90° fitting)

STEP FIVE

Using the other 38” hose provided with the kit, attach the end with the straight fitting to the supply port of the control valve.
Attach the other end of the hose to the hydraulic pump. (end with 90° fitting)

STEP SIX

Route the hoses from the plow hitch along the right side of the hopper, up through the opening in the hopper shield, and to the control valve.

NOTE: Zip tie both hose assemblies away from any moving parts to prevent damage.

Connect the hoses from the plow hitch to the right side (LIFT) of the control valve.
STEP SEVEN: Top off the hydraulic oil tank and start the machine.
- Operate the plow left/right and up/down.

NOTE: The cylinders and control valve are empty so it will take a few cycles to fill them and get the air out of the system.