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Revised 08/31/15
Original Operator's Manual
09.10059 Rev. 03

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Summary of Contents for Ventrac KX523

  • Page 1 ’ peratOr anual & p arts rawings lOwer KX523 ODel Revised 08/31/15 Original Operator’s Manual 09.10059 Rev. 03...
  • Page 2 To the Owner Contact Information and Product Identification If you need to contact an authorized Ventrac dealer for information on servicing your product, always provide the product model and serial numbers. Please fill in the following information for future reference. See the picture(s) below to find the location of the identification numbers.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Roadway Safety ........................... 11 Truck Or Trailer Transport ........................11 Maintenance ............................12 Fuel Safety ............................12 Hydraulic Safety ...........................13 KX523 Snow Blower Safety Procedures ....................14 OPERATIONAL CONTROLS PAGE 15 Discharge Chute Rotation (A) ......................15 Discharge Chute Adjustment Link (B) ....................15 Optional Discharge Chute Deflector Actuator Control (C) ..............15...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SERVICE PAGE 19 Cleaning & General Maintenance ......................19 Cutting Edge Reversal/Replacement ....................19 Skid Shoe Replacement ........................19 Vertical Cutting Edge Adjustment ......................19 Belt Inspection/Replacement .......................19 Gearbox Drive Belt Replacement ......................20 Auger Drive Belt Replacement ......................20 Deep Snow Auger Drive Belt Replacement ..................20 Belt Tension Adjustment ........................20 Lubrication Locations ...........................21 Gearbox ...............................21...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    70.4115 Product Description The Ventrac Model KX523 Snow Blower is designed for the sole purpose of blowing snow. It is a powerful, high capacity, two stage snow blower that moves large amounts of snow quickly. The snow blower’s large 16” (40.6 cm) auger funnels the snow into the high speed fan which throws the snow up to 40 feet (12.2 m) away from the operation area.

  • Page 6: Using Your Manual

    Manual Glossary Power Unit A Ventrac tractor or other Ventrac engine powered device that may be operated by itself or with an attachment or accessory. Attachment A piece of Ventrac equipment that requires a Power Unit for operation.

  • Page 7: Safety

    SAFETY Safety Decals The following safety decals must be maintained on your KX523 Snow Blower. Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all grease dirt, and debris from safety decals and instructional labels. If any decals are faded, illegible, or missing, contact your dealer promptly for replacements.
  • Page 8 SAFETY Decal Description Part Number Quantity Danger, Shield Missing 00.0062 2 (3) Warning - Moving Part Hazard 00.0101 Warning, High Pressure Fluid 00.0103 Danger, Thrown Object Hazard 00.0122 Danger, Discharge Chute Safety 00.0409 Danger, Auger Hazard 00.0208 2 (3) Warning, Moving Parts 00.0216 Warning, Read Owner’s Manual 00.0217...

  • Page 9: General Safety Procedures

    SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories Training Required • The owner of this machine is solely responsible for properly training the operators. • The owner/operator is solely responsible for the operation of this machine and prevention of accidents or injuries occurring to him/her- self, other people, or property.

  • Page 10: Preventing Accidents

    SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories Operation Safety (continued) Operation Safety (continued) • If equipped with a high/low range feature, never shift between high and low range while on a slope. Always move the machine to level ground and engage the parking brake before shifting range.

  • Page 11: Operating On Slopes

    SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories Operating On Slopes • Slopes can cause loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Be familiar with the emergency parking brake, along with the power unit controls and their functions.

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    • If the power unit, attachment, or accessory requires repairs or adjustments not instructed in the operator’s manual, the power unit, attachment, or accessory must be taken to an authorized Ventrac dealer for service. • Never perform maintenance on the power unit and/or attachment if someone is sitting in the operator’s seat.

  • Page 13: Hydraulic Safety

    SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories Fuel Safety (continued) • Do not overfill fuel tank. Only fill to bottom of fuel neck, do not fill fuel neck full. Overfilling of fuel tank could result in engine flooding, fuel leakage from the tank, and/or damage to the emissions control system.

  • Page 14: Kx523 Snow Blower Safety Procedures

    • Read and understand the KX523 snow blower operator’s manual before operating the snow blower. • Before making repairs or adjustments to the snow blower, engage the power unit’s parking brake, lower the snow blower to the ground, shut off the power unit’s engine, and remove the ignition key.

  • Page 15: Operational Controls

    OPERATIONAL CONTROLS Operational Control Locations A. Discharge Chute Rotation (Secondary S.D.L.A. Lever) Use the following images to help identify the locations B. Discharge Chute Adjustment Link of operational controls. The letter next to each control can be referenced to the list that follows these images. C.

  • Page 16: General Operation

    GENERAL OPERATION Daily Inspection Detaching 1. Park the power unit on a level surface and set the parking brake*. 2. Raise the snow blower to the highest position, Always set the parking brake, shut off power then shut off power unit engine. unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure 3.

  • Page 17: Transport Of Snow Blower

    GENERAL OPERATION Transport of Snow Blower support securely with blocks or jack stands. Remove the lynch pin (A) and the spacer washers (B) Transport the snow blower with the power unit front from the top of the skid shoe mount. hitch and snowblower raised to reduce wear of the equipment.

  • Page 18: Clearing A Blockage

    GENERAL OPERATION Clearing a Blockage 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 attempting to clear a blockage. Never attempt to clear a blockage with your hands.

  • Page 19: Service

    Cleaning & General Maintenance occur, the For best results, and to maintain the finish of the drive belt will KX523, clean or wash the snow blower to remove require dirt, gravel, and salt deposits. Remove any ice or replacement. snow accumulations from the auger, fan, fan hous- ing, and discharge chute.

  • Page 20: Gearbox Drive Belt Replacement

    SERVICE 3. Remove the four bolts (C) from the bracket that new drive belt onto the pulleys. holds the rear blower shaft bearing. 4. Engage the gearbox drive belt tensioning spring. 5. Reinstall the gearbox/fan belt cover. Auger Drive Belt Replacement 1.

  • Page 21: Lubrication Locations

    SERVICE Lubrication Locations Gearbox Lubrication is required at the following locations using The gearbox uses 80-90 weight gear oil. Gearbox oil a lithium complex NLGI #2 grease. Refer to the main- level should be maintained at approximately half full. tenance schedule for service intervals. Use only one Refer to maintenance schedule for service intervals.

  • Page 22: Maintenance Schedule

    SERVICE Maintenance Schedule KX523 Snow Blower Maintenance Schedule Grease & Lubrication: See Lubrication Section Grease & Lubrication: See Lubrication Section Auger Shaft Bearing Drive Shaft Bearing Fan Shaft Bearing Optional Top Auger Shaft Bearing Chute Rotation Roller Chain Check Gearbox Oil Level Change Gearbox Oil.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Overall Height ....... 56.5 inches (143.5 cm) Overall Length ....... . 49 inches (124.5 cm) .

  • Page 24: Parts

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Main Frame & Auger Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 24 replacement parts.
  • Page 25 23 ..99.SF0506 ....BOLT, SRF 5/16-18 USS X 3/4 ..........6 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 25 replacement parts.

  • Page 26: Pto Drive & Gearbox Drive

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING PTO Drive & Gearbox Drive Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 26 replacement parts.
  • Page 27 28 ..99.G0014 ....WASHER, 3/8 USS FW .165 THK (Serial # 3461-) ....... . 1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 27 replacement parts.

  • Page 28: Gearbox & Auger Drive

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Gearbox & Auger Drive Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 28 replacement parts.
  • Page 29 44 ..89.0081 ....SEAL, END CAP 1.50-25 ........... . 1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 29 replacement parts.

  • Page 30: Fan & Fan Shaft

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Fan & Fan Shaft Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 30 replacement parts.
  • Page 31 22 ..85.SS09 ....SET SCREW, 5/16” X 3/8” (Serial # 3110-) ........2 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 31 replacement parts.

  • Page 32: Fan Drive

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Fan Drive Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 32 replacement parts.
  • Page 33 13 ..99.G0014 ....WASHER, 3/8 USS FW .165 THK (Serial # 3461-) ....... . 1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 33 replacement parts.

  • Page 34: Discharge Chute

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Discharge Chute Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 34 replacement parts.
  • Page 35 28 ..95.08 ..... .WASHER, FLAT 1/2 SAE ........... . 1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 35 replacement parts.

  • Page 36: Discharge Chute Rotation Drive

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Discharge Chute Rotation Drive Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 36 replacement parts.
  • Page 37 27 ..60.1013 ....SHIELD, CHUTE ROTATION MOTOR (Serial # 3153-) ......1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 37 replacement parts.

  • Page 38: Discharge Chute Guard & Cleaning Tool

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Discharge Chute Guard & Cleaning Tool Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 38 replacement parts.
  • Page 39 13 ..99.SF04 ....NUT, SRF 1/4-20 USS ............2 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 39 replacement parts.

  • Page 40: Drive Shields

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Drive Shields Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 40 replacement parts.
  • Page 41 13 ..00.0101 ....DECAL, HAZARD-MOVING PART ..........1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 41 replacement parts.

  • Page 42: Skid Shoes, Cutting Edge, & Crossbar Guard

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Skid Shoes, Cutting Edge, & Crossbar Guard Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 42 replacement parts.
  • Page 43 32 ..95.16 ..... .WASHER, FLAT 1 SAE ........... . 19 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 43 replacement parts.

  • Page 44: 70.8025 12 Volt Actuator

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING 70.8025 12 Volt Actuator Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 44 replacement parts.
  • Page 45 7 ..30.0218 ....PLUG, TRAILER 4-PIN MALE ..........1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 45 replacement parts.

  • Page 46: 70.8072 Deep Snow Auger Kit

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING 70.8072 Deep Snow Auger Kit Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 46 replacement parts.
  • Page 47 29 ..00.0062 ....DECAL, DANGER SHIELD MISSING ......... . 1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 47 replacement parts.

  • Page 48: Warranty

    Ventrac equipment. Proof of purchase may be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim.
  • Page 49 (i) damage or defects due to or arising out of repair of Ventrac turf equipment by person or persons other than an authorized Ventrac service dealer or the installation of parts other than genuine Ventrac parts or Ventrac recommended parts.

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