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Ventrac 4200 Series Operator's Manual

Serial # 2929-
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
VENTRAC 4200
Serial # 2929-
Revised 06/11/14
09.10051 Rev. 02

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL VENTRAC 4200 Serial # 2929- Revised 06/11/14 09.10051 Rev. 02...

  • Page 2: To The Owner

    To the Owner Contact Information and Product Identifi cation If you need to contact an authorized Ventrac dealer for information on servicing your product, always provide the product model and serial numbers. Please fi ll in the following information for future reference. See the picture(s) below to fi nd the location of the identifi...
  • Page 3 Listed below are just some of the items that can provide you versatility as you use your 4200. Please visit our web site, or contact your authorized Ventrac dealer for a complete list of items available for your new power unit. Item Description...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PAGE 7 Product Description ..........................7 Why do I need an Operator’s Manual? ....................7 Using Your Manual ..........................8 Manual Glossary ............................8 SAFETY PAGE 9 Safety Decals ............................9 General Safety Procedures ........................11 Training Required ..........................11 Personal Protective Equipment Requirements ..................11 Operating Safely ..........................
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATIONAL CONTROLS (CONT.) Auxiliary Hydraulic Quick Couplers (EE) ....................21 12 Volt 4-Pin Socket (FF) ........................22 Electric PTO Remote (5-Pin Socket) (GG) ...................22 Seat Latch (HH) ...........................22 Seat Prop (II) ............................22 Seat Lock Lever (JJ) ..........................22 GENERAL OPERATION PAGE 23 Daily Inspection ............................23 Starting the Engine ..........................23...
  • Page 6 Maintenance Schedule - Ventrac 4200 power unit with Kawasaki engine ...........43 Maintenance Checklist - Ventrac 4200 power unit with Kawasaki engine ...........44 Maintenance Schedule - Ventrac 4200 power unit with Vanguard 3LC engine ........45 Maintenance Checklist - Ventrac 4200 power unit with Vanguard 3LC engine ........46...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    • The 4200 is equipped with the quick and effi cient Ventrac Mount System. This allows you to attach over 30 commercial grade attachments in about a minute or less and requires no tools. Why do I need an Operator’s Manual? This manual has been created to help you gain the important knowledge of what is needed to safely oper- ate, maintain, and service your power unit.

  • Page 8: Using Your Manual

    It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Manual Glossary A Ventrac tractor or other Ventrac engine powered device that may be operated by itself or Power Unit with an attachment or accessory.

  • Page 9: Safety

    SAFETY Safety Decals The following safety decals must be maintained on your Ventrac 4200 power unit. 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 10 SAFETY Decal Description Part Number Quantity Danger, Explosion Hazard 00.0121 Warning - Battery Gases 00.0124 Upper Dash - General Safety 00.0175 Lower Dash - High/Low Shift Safety 00.0176 Warning - Moving Parts 00.0216 Warning - Read Owners Manual 00.0217 Warning - Pinching Points 00.0218 Warning - Avoid Injury 00.0219...

  • Page 11: 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 12: Preventing Accidents

    SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Tractors, Attachments, & Accessories Operating Safely (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 place the selector lever in park before shifting range.

  • Page 13: Operating On Slopes

    SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Tractors, 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 14: 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 15: Hydraulic Safety

    SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Tractors, Attachments, & Accessories Hydraulic Safety • Make sure all hydraulic connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and tubes are in good condition. Repair any leaks and replace any damaged or deteriorated hoses or tubes before starting the machine.

  • Page 16: Roll-Over Protective Structure

    SAFETY KT4200 Safety Procedures • Weight transfer springs may contain stored energy. Always disengage the weight transfer system before performing maintenance or repairs on the weight transfer system, the front hitch, or the lift hydraulics. • Power unit hydraulic system may contain stored energy. Before performing maintenance or repairs on the attachment hydraulic system, remove attachments, engage parking brake, disengage weight transfer system, shut off engine, and remove ignition key.

  • Page 17: Operator Interlock Systems

    SAFETY KT4200 Safety Procedures Operator Interlock Systems The operator interlock systems: • prevent the engine from starting unless the selector lever is in the park position. • prevent the PTO clutch from engaging unless the operator is present on the seat and activates the PTO. •...

  • Page 18: Operational Controls

    OPERATIONAL CONTROLS Under Seat Under Seat Lower Rear Frame Tunnel Lower Rear Frame Tunnel Operation - 18...

  • Page 19: Operational Control Locations

    OPERATIONAL CONTROLS (PTO) S PERATIONAL ONTROL OCATIONS OWER WITCH The images on the previous page match with ref- Depressing the top of the PTO switch engages the electric clutch to provide power to the front attach- erence letters as shown below to help identify the ment.

  • Page 20: Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light (H)

    1: Park/Start Position. In this position, the The front hitch latch handle engages or disengages park brake is applied, and the the hitch latch for attaching or detaching Ventrac at- S.D.L.A. control lever is tachments. Raise the handle to open the hitch latch.

  • Page 21: High/Low Range Shift Handle (T)

    OPERATIONAL CONTROLS S – Speed: The amount of forward or backward ANGE HIFT ANDLE movement of this lever controls the ground speed of the power unit. D - Direction: The forward or backward movement of Never shift while under load, while moving, or the lever controls the direction of the power unit.

  • Page 22: Volt 4-Pin Socket (Ff)

    OPERATIONAL CONTROLS 12 V (FF) (JJ) OCKET EVER Optional accessory. The socket is controlled by the The seat lock lever is included with the optional 12 volt switches and provides electrical power to suspension seat kit. It secures the suspension seat attachments equipped with electrical controls.

  • Page 23: General Operation

    GENERAL OPERATION operating temperature before operations. Allow AILY NSPECTION the unit to run at approximately 1800 rpm until the hydraulic fi lter is warm to touch. The hydrau- lic fi lter is located just above the left weight transfer control chain. Always set the parking brake, shut off the power unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure all moving parts have stopped before checking...

  • Page 24: Stopping The Power Unit

    GENERAL OPERATION 7. Move the secondary S.D.L.A. lever left and right TOPPING THE OWER to release pressure from the auxiliary hydraulic To slow or stop the power unit, move the S.D.L.A. circuit and disconnect the hydraulic quick cou- control lever in the opposite direction that you are plers from the power unit.* traveling.

  • Page 25: Front Auxiliary Couplers

    GENERAL OPERATION RONT UXILIARY OUPLERS Weight Transfer Weight Transfer Chain Lock Chain Lock EQUIPMENT DAMAGE! Dirt and other debris in hydraulic system can cause damage to the system. Wipe clean the mating parts of the couplers before coupling. Use protective rubber plugs over hydraulic couplers when not in use.

  • Page 26: Turning Radius

    GENERAL OPERATION handles. The inside handle raises and lowers the URNING ADIUS draw bar. The middle handle controls the left rear set Your power unit has three mounting positions for of hydraulic quick couplers. The outside handle con- the steering cylinder that determine the power trols the right rear set of hydraulic quick couplers.

  • Page 27: Towing Or Pushing The Power Unit

    GENERAL OPERATION OWING OR USHING THE OWER ATTENTION: Avoid damage to your AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE! power unit! Before towing, read and under- Kawasaki engines and Vanguard gas engines, stand the information below. Severe damage are rated for a maximum angle of operation of will occur to unit if proper towing procedure 25°...

  • Page 28: Service

    D - Seat Plate Attention If any component requires replacement, use only original Ventrac replacement parts. & G LEANING ENERAL AINTENANCE For best results, and to maintain the fi nish of the power unit, clean or wash the power unit to remove accumu- lated clippings, leaves, dirt, gravel, and salt deposits.

  • Page 29: Lubrication Locations

    SERVICE UBRICATION OCATIONS Grease Spray Lube Lubrication is required at the following locations. For service intervals, see Maintenance Schedule. When greasing pivot points and bearings, use only one Lithium Complex NLGI #2 pump of grease. type grease Steering Cylinder & Connector Link (Front) Drive Shaft U-Joint Serial # 3399- Serial # 2929-3398...

  • Page 30: Checking Hydraulic Oil Level

    (pump, front drive motor, rear drive motor, or any of the three 1/2” hydraulic lines connecting them together) is serviced or replaced, the Ventrac closed loop drive circuit fi ltration procedure must be per- formed. This procedure requires a special Ventrac remote fi...

  • Page 31: Checking Engine Rpm

    SERVICE HECKING NGINE 7. Check oil level. Level should be Check engine RPM’s when engine is warmed up between the Full (B) and Add (C) on and not under load. the dipstick. Observe Tachometer: 8. NOTE: if oil is low, add small •...

  • Page 32: Servicing Air Filter Elements

    SERVICE 8. Remove oil fi lter (B) located on the side of the ERVICING ILTER LEMENTS engine. Turn fi lter counterclockwise to remove. Vanguard Vanguard Kawasaki Kawasaki Engine Engine Engine Engine AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE! When removing the air fi lter element, an open- ing directly to the internal parts of the engine is created.

  • Page 33: Filling The Fuel Tank

    SERVICE 10. Install the new fi lter element(s). 7. Remove the foam fi lter element. 11. Reinstall the air canister cap. 8. Remove the wing nut and paper fi lter element (B). 12. Close engine hood. 9. Discard paper element, if necessary. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for proper service intervals.

  • Page 34: Servicing Fuel Filter

    SERVICE to prevent dirt from falling into the fuel tank, and Fuel Filter/Water Separator (Diesel Engines) remove the fuel cap. Water and sediment can be observed through the 5. Add fuel to the tank until the fuel level reaches glass bowl on the bottom of the fi lter. the bottom of the fuel neck.

  • Page 35: Checking Alternator Belt (Vanguard Engines)

    SERVICE sure to the belt between the alternator and the Priming the Fuel System (Diesel Engines) water pump. The belt should defl ect 3/8” to 1/2”. 1. Remove the rear frame tunnel cover. Adjust if belt is to tight or to loose. DJUSTING LTERNATOR ENSION...

  • Page 36: Servicing Battery

    SERVICE ERVICING BATTERY 7. Loosen fastener (C) and remove battery clamp. AVOID PERSONAL INJURY! Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. It is poisonous and can cause serious burns. • Wear eye protection and gloves. • Keep skin protected. • If electrolyte is swallowed, get medical atten- tion immediately.

  • Page 37: Using A Booster Battery

    SERVICE 6. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. HANGING THE EADLIGHT 7. Clean terminals and battery cable with wire brush until bright. 8. Apply dielectric grease to terminals to prevent AVOID PERSONAL INJURY! corrosion. The headlight bulb contains gases under pres- sure.

  • Page 38: Changing The Taillights

    SERVICE HANGING THE AILLIGHTS HANGING THE USES 1. Park power unit on a level surface. 2. Engage parking brake and shut off engine. 3. Remove ignition key from switch. 4. Remove the taillight cover (A). IRCUIT Headlights, Taillights, Tach. Light Alternator, Optional Accessories Gauges, Signal Lights Rear Auxiliary...

  • Page 39: Servicing Cooling System

    SERVICE radiator coolant recovery bottle. ERVICING OOLING YSTEM 6. Locate the coolant recovery bottle just in front of the air cleaner (Vanguard) or in front of the right side of the radiator (Kawasaki). AVOID PERSONAL INJURY! 7. Check the level in the coolant recovery tank. If the unit has been running, the radiator and When cold, level should be between the Low (A) radiator coolant will be hot and can burn skin!

  • Page 40: Draining Cooling System

    SERVICE 6. Remove debris from screen with a brush, com- 9. Drain cooling system immediately before the rust pressed air, or water. and dirt settle. 7. When required, remove dirt and debris from ra- 10. Allow engine to cool. diator using compressed air or water. Spray from 11.

  • Page 41: Inspection Of Pto Belt

    SERVICE PTO B PTO B NSPECTION OF EPLACEMENT Periodically checking the PTO belt (A) of this power 1. Park power unit on a level surface. unit can prevent sudden failure by fi nding problems 2. Engage parking brake and shut off engine. before they cause the belt to break.

  • Page 42: Parking Brake Adjustment

    NOTE: If unsure of this procedure or your efforts fail to remedy the problem, contact your Ventrac dealer. EUTRAL DJUSTMENT The power unit should come to a complete stop...

  • Page 43: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTENANCE CHART 4200 AINTENANCE CHEDULE ENTRAC POWER UNIT WITH AWASAKI ENGINE This sheet is a guide for recommended service and maintenance for the 4200 power unit and Kawasaki engine. Service - 43...

  • Page 44: Maintenance Checklist - Ventrac 4200 Power Unit With Kawasaki Engine

    MAINTENANCE CHART 4200 AINTENANCE HECKLIST ENTRAC POWER UNIT WITH AWASAKI ENGINE This sheet is a checklist for tracking service and maintenance for the 4200 power unit and Kawasaki engine. Service - 44...

  • Page 45: Maintenance Schedule - Ventrac 4200 Power Unit With Vanguard 3Lc Engine

    MAINTENANCE CHART 4200 AINTENANCE CHEDULE ENTRAC POWER UNIT WITH ANGUARD ENGINE This sheet is a guide for recommended service and maintenance for the 4200 power unit and Vanguard 3LC engines. Service - 45...

  • Page 46: Maintenance Checklist - Ventrac 4200 Power Unit With Vanguard 3Lc Engine

    MAINTENANCE CHART 4200 AINTENANCE HECKLIST ENTRAC POWER UNIT WITH ANGUARD ENGINE This sheet is a checklist for tracking service and maintenance for the 4200 power unit and Vanguard 3LC engines. Service - 46...

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING NGINE YMPTOM OSSIBLE AUSE Starter will not engage. Selector lever is not in the park position. PTO switch is engaged. Neutral start switch is out of adjustment. Dead battery. Blown fuse in start circuit. Faulty relay in start circuit. Electrical problem in start circuit.

  • Page 48: Electrical

    TROUBLESHOOTING NGINE CONT YMPTOM OSSIBLE AUSE Engine emits white exhaust smoke. Low engine temperature; Allow engine to warm up. Leaking head gasket. Water in combustion chamber. Engine emits black or gray exhaust smoke. Plugged air intake system. Engine burning oil. Dirty or faulty injectors.

  • Page 49: Hydraulic

    TROUBLESHOOTING YDRAULIC YMPTOM OSSIBLE AUSE Front attachment fails to lift. Low hydraulic oil. Excessive load on hitch. Faulty hydraulic cylinder. Low hydraulic charge pressure. Bolt missing from hitch frame or lift cylinder. Steering is diffi cult. Low hydraulic oil. Faulty hydraulic cylinder. Cold temperature.

  • Page 50: Specifications

    Headlight ......Halogen (55 watt) Attachment System ......Ventrac Mount * May vary based on tire size, type, and infl...

  • Page 51: Dimensions

    Venture Products, Inc. reserves the right to change these specifi cations without notice. * May vary based on tire size, type, and infl ation. ** Weight varies based on engine size, tire options, and optional accessories. LUID APACITIES Ventrac 4200 Fluid Capacities 4227 Gas 2.1 qt 2.0L 4231 Gas 3.5 qt...

  • Page 52: Warranty

    Ventrac equipment. Proof of purchase may be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim.
  • Page 53 (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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