40″ Combination Aerator Spreader with Weight Tray | AS2-40BH-P

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The Aerator spikes drive the Spreader Agitators. Thus, you must always aerate if you wish to spread.

If the agitators on your Aerator Spreader are not turning -when weight/material is applied into the hopper- then there may be damage or a loss of cotter pins to the aerator tines. The first 2 spacers on the Aerator tines should be intact and held in place by a cotter pin. If the pin is missing or the spacers are cracked then the aerator may not effectively turn the blades.

Should you wish to purchase the weight tray for your Aerator spreader please visit our parts store for part # 1019321 to place an order.

The 40″ Spike Aerator has a ridged weight tray that holds up to 110 lbs. of extra weight for maximum soil penetration and depth. Depending on the soil conditions, it can penetrate up to 2”. See this short video on how to check the condition of your soil for the best results. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkFSd7M6XLg

Centipede grass is a warm-season grass, and aerating should be done in late spring / early summer. This gives it time to recover before the hot summer months.

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Your aerator is compatible with mowers, tractors, and ZTR’s that have a rear Hitch Plate. Please check that your equipment has a rear hitch plate. Brinly Aerators include a Universal Hitch Pin that will secure the Aerator to the Hitch Plate.

A bungee cord at least 2 feet long is recommended for an implement with a 40 inch working width.

Check out this video on replacing the chains, bearings, and agitator on the Brinly Aerator/Spreader. 

All Brinly Models (except the AS2-40BH-G, and AS2-40BH-S) come with a weight tray for adding extra weight. None of the Brinly units come with straps to hold your weight. However, proper securing of weight is required for safe operation. Since the weight used by customers varies in shape and size we defer to the customer’s best judgement on affixing tie downs to the unit. Please make sure that any added weight is firmly secured and does not exceed the weight guidelines put forth in the manual. To aid in the securing of weight brinly has added extra tie down holes for this purpose. Brinly recommends only using weight that is secured and not able to shift during operation. As uneven weight can cause the unit to shift or event capsize. Uneven weight may also bend or damage the spikes or spoons.

Yes, you may add weight to the weight tray.

Yes, Brinly spike aerators come fully adjustable, making it easy to raise and lower the tines when crossing concrete or asphalt walks, drives, or roads.

Unfortunately the spikes and spoons used on our aerators are not interchangeable. If you would like help with which aerator would work best for your application please see a helpful comparison video at here.

Yes/No this product is not made to run in reverse and if backing up it is crucial that the operator is aware of the hitch point and the spikes. If transport mode is available we recommend it.

The presence of rocks in the soil and the natural use of the aerator over time will dull your spikes; however, bent spikes result from overloading the weight of the unit and operation on soil that is too hard and dry. This said, we have recently upgraded our spike aerators to include stronger tow bars and stronger spikes.

A spike aerator’s tines makes slits in the ground with star-like spikes and a plug aerator removes plugs from the ground allowing water and nutrients to get to the roots to promote growth. Check out this video for more helpful information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KNKmBKi6-k&t=2s

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