SERVICE
Service - 21
Cleaning and General Maintenance
For best results, and to maintain the finish of the
RV600, clean or wash the equipment to remove
accumulated clippings, leaves, or dirt when the job
is finished.
When washing, always allow time for the equip-
ment to cool before cleaning, Exercise caution to
avoid spraying water directly into bearings, seals, or
the engine. After washing, it is important to run the
mower and the collection system engine to disperse
accumulated water.
Servicing the Collection System with the
Bin in the Raised Position
A cylinder lockout is provided with the RV600 and is
stored on the right lift arm of the collection system.
To use, raise the collection bin to the highest posi-
tion. Remove the cylinder lockout from the storage
position and install over the rod of the right lift cylin-
der. Use the safety snap pin to secure the cylinder
lockout to the cylinder.
Tractor Tire Pressure
Single Tires - Inflate all tires to 15 psi.
Dual Wheels - Inflate inner tires to 15 psi and outer
tires to 6-8 psi.
Automatic Engine Shut-off Switch
When the collection system bin is raised, the col-
lection system engine should automatically shut off
within the first 2 inches (5 cm) of bin travel. If the
engine fails to shut off within the first 2 inches (5 cm)
of movement, the shut-off switch must be adjusted.
Loosen the nuts (A) that secure the switch and adjust
the switch location so that the engine shut-off occurs
when directed.
A
A
Tighten the switch in this location. Contact your Ven-
trac servicing dealer if, after adjusting the switch, the
engine still does not shut off within the first 2 inches
(5 cm) of travel.
Checking Engine Oil Level
1.
ATTENTION: Avoid damage to your engine.
Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead
to serious damage to your engine if the engine is
run with an incorrect oil level.
• Before operation, check engine oil with the unit
sitting on a level surface.
• Check oil level when the engine is cold and not
running
• Keep oil level between the FULL and ADD marks.
•
Shut off engine before adding oil.
Park the tractor and collection system on a level
surface.
2.
Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
3. Remove the dipstick (A) located on the top of the
engine.
4.
A
A
B
B
C
C
Check oil level. The oil level should be between
the Full (B) and Add (C) marks of the dipstick.
5. If the oil level is low, add small amounts of oil to
bring the oil level no higher than the full mark of
the dipstick.
6. If the oil level is above the full mark, drain to
achieve the proper oil level.
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