Service - 27
Checking Engine RPM
Check the engine RPM when the engine is warmed
up and not under load.
Observe Tachometer
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Slow idle (no load) - 1500 +/-50
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Fast idle (no load) - 3200 +/-50
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Fast idle (European model) - 3000 +/-50
If engine RPM is incorrect, contact your local Ven-
trac dealer.
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.
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Before operation check engine oil with the
unit sitting on a level surface.
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Check oil level when the engine is cold and
not running.
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Keep oil level between the FULL and ADD
marks.
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Shut off engine before adding oil.
Park power unit on a level surface.
2. Shut off the engine and engage park brake.
3. Remove ignition key from switch.
4. Open up the engine hood to access the engine
compartment.
5. Remove the dipstick (A) located at the rear left of
the engine. Wipe dipstick with a clean cloth
A
A
.
6. Install dipstick back into the engine and remove
again.
7. Check oil level. Level should be between the
Add (A) and Full (B) marks on the dipstick.
NOTE: if oil is low, add small amounts of oil to
bring the oil level no higher than the Full level (B)
on the dipstick.
If oil level is above Full (B), drain to achieve
proper level.
8.
A
A
B
B
Install dipstick.
9. Close the hood.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
1.
Environmental Hazard!
Oil is hazardous to the environment. Dispose
of oil in a proper container and at a proper
recycle center.
Run engine for 5 minutes to warm up the oil.
2. Park the power unit on a level surface.
3. Shut off the engine and engage the park brake.
4. Remove ignition key from switch.
5. Open engine hood to access the oil and oil fi lter.
6. Place a drain pan under the oil drain on the rear
frame of the power unit.
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