SERVICE
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8. If the amount of force required to engage the
selector lever into the park position was less
than 15 pounds (7 kg), turn the castle nut tighter
by one position. If the amount of force required
to engage the selector lever into the park posi-
tion was greater than 22 pounds (10 kg), loosen
the castle nut by one position.
9.
Attention
Parking brake tension set to a force greater than
the specified maximum will result in premature
brake failure.
Insert the cotter pin to hold the castle nut in
place and retest the force required to engage
the selector lever into the park position. Con-
tinue adjusting the castle nut in one position
increments until the required force is reached.
10. Once the correct force required to engage the
selector lever into the park position is reached,
bend the cotter pin so it will not work loose from
the castle nut.
11. Place the selector lever in the Park position.
12. Reinstall the left front tire and torque the lug
nuts to 85 ft-lbs (115 Nm).
13. Lower the power unit to the ground.
Neutral Adjustment
The power unit should come to a complete stop with
the selector lever in the Neutral Assist Auto position.
The power unit should not attempt to move with the
parking brake engaged. If the power unit is attempt-
ing to move, there will be an excessive amount of
noise from the transaxles.
If the power unit moves or attempts to move in either
condition, the power unit must be taken to an autho-
rized Ventrac dealer for neutral position adjustment.
Storage
1. Clean the power unit.
2.
Attention
To maintain the finish of the power unit and attach
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ment, thoroughly wash the equipment to remove any
corrosive agents (e.g., salt). Failure to clean the equip-
ment may result in corrosion of (including but not lim-
ited to) steel, aluminum, and electrical components.
Inspect for loose or missing hardware, damaged
components, or signs of wear.
3. Inspect the ROPS structure and seat belt for
damage or signs of wear..
4. Inspect safety decals. Replace any safety decals
that are faded, illegible, or missing.
5. Inspect hydraulic hoses for leaks and/or wear.
Service as required.
6.
Inspect hydraulic hoses, hydraulic fittings, and
fuel lines to ensure tight, leak free connections.
7. Ensure parking brake is properly adjusted.
8. Inspect electrical system and connections.
9. Test the operator safety interlock system.
10. Perform a TCM (tractor control module) check
to make sure the inputs and outputs are correct.
Refer to the troubleshooting section for input
and output information.
11. Inspect the PTO pulley and belt for damage or
excessive wear. Service as required.
12. Inspect the electric PTO clutch air gap. Set gap
to .020” (.5 mm).
13.
Check the hydraulic oil level. Add fluid or service
as required.
14. Check the coolant level and make sure the
temperature protection range is at least -34° F
(-37° C). Add fluid or service as required.
15. Ensure the radiator screen, air cleaner, and
engine compartment are clean.
16.
Check tires for proper inflation.
17.
Grease and lubricate all points specified in
the maintenance section. Wipe off any excess
grease or oil.
After all the above steps have been performed,
complete the preparation for storage by performing
the steps for either long term storage (4 months or
longer) or short term storage (less than 4 months).
