Ventrac KX523, Руководство оператора

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Operation - 16
Daily Inspection
1.
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.
Park machine on a level surface, with the engine
shut off and all fluids cold.
2. Perform a visual inspection of both the power unit
and the snow blower. Look for loose or missing
hardware, damaged components, or signs of wear.
Inspect hydraulic hoses, hydraulic fittings, and fuel
lines to ensure tight, leak free connections. Inspect
drive belts. Belts should be in good condition.
3. Refer to the power unit operator’s manual.
Check the power unit’s engine oil, hydraulic oil,
cooling system, tire pressure, and fuel level. Add
fluid or service as required.
4. Inspect the cutting edge and skid shoes for wear
and service as required.
5. Test the power unit’s operator safety interlock
system*.
Attaching
1. Drive the power unit slowly forward into the hitch
arms of the snow blower. Align the lift arms of
the power unit with the snow blower hitch arms
by raising or lowering the front hitch and com-
plete the engagement.
2. Once completely engaged, close the attachment
hitch lock*.
3. Engage the parking brake* and shut off the
power unit engine.
4. Place the attachment belt over the outside groove
of the PTO drive pulley on the power unit. Ensure
the belt is properly seated in each pulley.
5. Engage the PTO spring tension lever* on the
power unit.
6. Wipe hose ends clean, and connect to the power
unit’s hydraulic quick couplers. Connect the
hoses and quick couplers so the red indicators
are paired together and the yellow indicators are
paired together (if equipped).
7. Connect electric plug (if equipped).
8. Raise the snow blower to the highest position,
then shut off power unit engine.
9. Engage the weight transfer system* (if equipped).
Detaching
1. Park the power unit on a level surface and set
the parking brake*.
2. Raise the snow blower to the highest position,
then shut off power unit engine.
3. Disengage the weight transfer system*.
4. Lower the snow blower to the ground.
5. Disengage the PTO spring tension lever*.
6. Remove the attachment belt from the PTO drive
pulley of the power unit.
7. Move the secondary S.D.L.A. lever* left and right
to release pressure from the auxiliary hydraulic
circuit. Disconnect the hydraulic quick couplers
from the power unit and lay the hoses across the
fan belt cover. Do not allow couplers to lay in dirt
or snow.
8. Disconnect the electric plug (if equipped).
9. Disengage the attachment hitch lock*.
10. Restart the power unit and back slowly away from
the snow blower.
Snow Blower Operating Procedure
Before operation, perform daily inspection, verify
weight transfer is set properly, and verify the skid
shoes are set at the desired height. Note: Operating
with the weight transfer at the maximum setting will
increase traction and reduce skid shoe wear.
Move the machine into position to start blowing.
Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direc-
tion and adjust the discharge chute deflector to the
desired angle. Always direct the discharged snow
into open areas. Whenever possible, blow snow with
the wind direction.
With the power unit’s engine running between 2,000
and 2,500 RPM, engage the PTO switch. Adjust the
throttle to the desired engine RPM.
Lower the snow blower to the ground and place
the power unit’s primary S.D.L.A lever in the float
position by pushing it to the right until the detent
engages. The lever will stay in this position until
intentionally removed.
Drive forward slowly while keeping a close watch
for potential hazards. Adjust the discharge chute
rotation and the discharge chute deflector angle as
necessary to keep the discharged snow directed to
open areas.
* Refer to power unit owner’s manual for operation of
power unit controls.
GENERAL OPERATION