Service - 20
SERVICE
Cleaning and General Maintenance
For best results, and to maintain the finish of the
edger, clean or wash the edger after each use to
remove dirt, grass, and debris.
Tire Pressure
Tire pressure should be maintained between 18-20
psi (124-138 kPa).
Lubrication Locations
Lubrication is required at the following locations
using a lithium complex NLGI #2 grease. Refer to
the maintenance schedule for service intervals and
amount of grease.
Drive Shaft Bearings
Optional Blower Kit
Belt Inspection (Optional Blower Kit)
Inspecting the drive belts of the edger blower can
prevent sudden belt failure by finding problems
before they cause a belt to break.
Typical wear
on a drive
belt may
result in the
conditions
shown in the
diagram. If
any of these
conditions
occur, the drive belt will require replacement.
Attachment Drive Belt Replacement
1. Detach the edger from the
A
power unit.
2. Remove the drive pulley
shield (A).
3. Remove the old drive belt
and install the new drive belt
onto the pulley.
4. Reinstall the drive pulley
shield.
Always set the parking brake, shut off power
unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before inspecting components or attempting any
repair or adjustment.
Attention
If any component requires replacement, use only
original Ventrac replacement parts.