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II CONTROL
 

It is necessary to become familiar with the location and purpose of each control before 
operating the Mini-Skid. 
 

ENGINE CONTROLS – KAWASAKI 27 HP GASOLINE 

 

Low Fuel Indicator   

 

 

 

 

 

 

Low Hyd. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil Indicator 

Low Oil Warning  
Light   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tachometer/ 

 

 

 

 

Hour Meter 

Throttle Control 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ignition  

Engine Temperature  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch 

Indicator 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Light Switch 

Choke Control 

Figure 1:  Kawasaki Instrument Panel 

 
 

Choke Control

 – Pull choke control out 

to start a cold engine.  As the engine 
warms up push choke control in 
gradually 
 

Throttle Control

 – When the Throttle 

control lever is set down the engine is at 
idle speed.  Pushing the control up 
increased the engine speed 
 

Low Oil Warning Light

 – This light 

illuminates if the engine oil is low.  Stop 
the engine and add oil immediately if the 
light comes on 
 

Ignition Switch

 – The ignition switch is 

a three-position switch.  Clockwise from 
the OFF position are the ON and start 
position. 
 

Engine Temperature Light

 – This light 

illuminates if the engine temperature 
becomes too hot.  Shut off the engine 
immediately 
 
 
 

IMPORTANT 

Be Sure Ignition Key Is In Off Position, 

Or Even Removed, When The Engine Is 

Not Running 

 
 
 
 
 

IMPORTANT 

For Maximum Power While Working, 

The Engine Should Be Running At Full 

Throttle 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 950

Page 1: ..._______________ OPERATOR S MANUAL ________________________________________________ RAMROD Equipment A Division of Leon s Mfg Company Inc Canada P O Box 5002 135 York Road East Yorkton Saskatchewan S3N...

Page 2: ...erence to right hand and left hand used throughout this Manual refers to the position when operating the machine facing forward For any additional information required please refer to your RAMROD Deal...

Page 3: ...nty to a designated service shop In no event shall the Buyer be entitled to recover for incidental or consequential damages such as but not limited to rental of replacement equipment loss of profits a...

Page 4: ...wner Dealer Address Address Model Serial No Date Engine Serial No Hour Meter Reading Item Remarks Check engine oil Check hydraulic oil level Check radiator coolant level Check battery fluid level Chec...

Page 5: ...ype of Business ________________________________ _______________________________ Owners Address Dealers Address ________________________________ _______________________________ Date Mini Skid Sold Dat...

Page 6: ...__________________ _______________________________ Name of Owner Name of Dealer ________________________________ Owner s Type of Business ________________________________ _____________________________...

Page 7: ...__________________ _______________________________ Name of Owner Name of Dealer ________________________________ Owner s Type of Business ________________________________ _____________________________...

Page 8: ...8 Shut off Procedures 9 Mounting Attachments 10 Operational Procedures 11 Lift Arm Support Device 114 Lifting The Mini Skid 114 IV MAINTENANCE 145 Engine Maintenance Kawasaki Engine 15 Engine Mainten...

Page 9: ...This Decal Advised Of Actions or Danger Which Can Cause Personal Injury Wear Ear Protection When Engine Is Running The Sound Pressure Level Is 102 DB for A Weighted level 88 DB For C Weighted Level IM...

Page 10: ...RAISED POSITION ALWAYS CARRY LOADS CLOSE TO THE GROUND DO NOT STEP OFF PLATFORM WITH THE LOAD RAISED TO AVOID FREE FALL OF LOAD WHEN LOWERING LIFT ARMS DO NOT PUSH LIFT ARM LEVER FULLY FORWARD DO NOT...

Page 11: ...e Control When the Throttle control lever is set down the engine is at idle speed Pushing the control up increased the engine speed Low Oil Warning Light This light illuminates if the engine oil is lo...

Page 12: ...late allows access to the radiator fill cap Remove the wing nut and cover to check fluid level and fill Always replace cover before running machine to avoid burns Shut off Button To shut off the machi...

Page 13: ...ht lever For the Mini skid to perform a spin turn or Skid Steer move one lever forward and the other backward the same amount The TASKMASTER features single handed steering For normal operation the mo...

Page 14: ...Engine Is Difficult To Start If Lever Is Engaged Hydraulic Oil May Also Overheat AUXILIARY CONTROLS Item 7 Figure 3 The Taskmaster features two T Bar control knobs which each provide 6 gallons per mi...

Page 15: ...so that both handles are pointing towards the center of the machine as shown in Figure 6 This will allow the springs to push the pins downwards through the mounting holes in the attachment and secure...

Page 16: ...s for possible failure or looseness 6 Check that all controls are in the neutral position WARNING Do Not Move Any Of The Control Levers Unless Standing With Both Feet On The Platform And Holding The G...

Page 17: ...to the first Preheat Position and hold for a few seconds 4 Turn key further clockwise to the Start position to crank engine 5 Once engine starts release key 6 Set throttle lever to idling speed to all...

Page 18: ...the lock pins are fully inserted through the lock holes in the attachment 6 Connect attachment hydraulic hoses if required to the quick couplers as shown in Figure 9 WARNING After Hook Up To Attachme...

Page 19: ...n of the Mini Skid Keep the work area small and as level as possible 4 Decrease cycle time by SKID turning rather than backing up using a slow turn then going forward 5 When driving on slopes keep the...

Page 20: ...nd Gradual When Maneuvering With Lift Arms Raised Do Not Cross Obstructions With Arms Raised All New Operators Must Work The Machine In A Safe Open Area To Become Familiar With Its Operating Character...

Page 21: ...empty the bucket TRANSPORTING THE MINI SKID Important Never Tow The Mini Skid Damage May Result When the machine is transported on a truck or trailer proper ramps must be used for loading A Mini Skid...

Page 22: ...ortant Never Lower The Lift Arms With The Support Device In Place Damage To The Lift Cylinder Will Result WARNING Before Performing Any Work Underneath The Mini Lift Arms Remove Any Attachment And Rai...

Page 23: ...spect to fluids and lubricants are included in the Periodic Maintenance and Service Schedule in your Manual To Access Engine Compartment open both fuel and hydraulic tanks and remove louvered side pan...

Page 24: ...enance with respect to fluids and lubricants are included in the Periodic Maintenance and Service Schedule in your Manual To Access Engine Compartment open both fuel and hydraulic tanks and remove lou...

Page 25: ...nals and cables with a baking soda and water solution Coat the terminals with a high temperature grease To access the battery lift the floor plate upwards and remove Figure 26 Foot Plate The battery i...

Page 26: ...S Gals Engine Oil See engine owners manual See engine owners Manual See engine owners manual Fuel Tank All Temperatures Gas Regular Diesel Regular 30 Litre 8 US gal Hydraulic Oil Reservoir All Tempera...

Page 27: ...ove drain plug Figure 32 to drain oil 3 Remove pump charge line shown in Figure 33 to allow tanks to drain completely Note that some oil will empty from this line so ensure it is placed to drain into...

Page 28: ...nut until the chain becomes snug d Once the desired chain tension is reached tighten the 4 axle bolts securely and lock the adjusting screw in place to secure by tightening the two nuts against each o...

Page 29: ...oosen track tensioner by undoing the tension nut g Follow instructions for primary chain adjustment for 800 950 models h Retighten track tensioner until desired track tension is reached NOTE A 180 lb...

Page 30: ...llowing table provides a guide for lubricant viscosity at various ambient temperatures Ambient Temperature Lubricant Rating Celsius Fehrenheit SAE BS 4231 5 to 5 23 to 41 20 46 to 68 5 to 40 41 to 104...

Page 31: ...ls The outside track rollers and front and rear inner rollers can be greased from the side of the machine To grease the central inner track roller raise the lift arm and lock it in place the central r...

Page 32: ...d Manual Check and adjust tension if necessary X Air Cleaner Engine Manual Service element X Grease Pivot Points Ramrod Manual Grease all pivot points X Battery Ramrod Engine Manual Clean and protect...

Page 33: ...ydraulic oil when too cold See your RAMROD Dealer Erratic or no output on transmission Hydraulic oil too heavy Hydraulic oil level too low Drive coupling between engine and pump broken Use proper visc...

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