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Ventrac LB540 Operator's Manual

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& Parts Drawings
LB540
Power Broom
VENTRAC.COM
Revised 12/07/18
Original Operator's Manual
09.10032 Rev. 06

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual & Parts Drawings LB540 Power Broom VENTRAC.COM Revised 12/07/18 Original Operator’s Manual 09.10032 Rev. 06...
  • 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

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PAGE 5 Product Description ..........................5 Why Do I Need an Operator’s Manual? ....................5 Using Your Manual ..........................6 Manual Glossary ............................6 SAFETY PAGE 7 Safety Decals ............................7 General Safety Procedures ........................8 Training Required ...........................8 Personal Protective Equipment Requirements ..................8 Operation Safety ............................8 Preventing Accidents ..........................9 Keep Riders Off ............................9...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS PARTS PAGE 22 Main Frame & Hitch ..........................22 Brush Assembly & Drive Chain ......................24 Belt Drive, Gearbox, & Hydraulics ......................26 Shields & Belt Retainer ........................28 39.35403 Outside Gauge Wheel Kit .....................30 70.8029 Front Belting Curtain Kit ......................32 WARRANTY PAGE 34...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    70.8029 Product Description The Ventrac LB540 power broom is designed for the sweeping and removal of snow, leaves, dirt, light gravel, and other materials from parking lots, sidewalks, and other surfaces. Heavy duty nylon bristles make short work of any clean up job without damaging the surface below.

  • 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 LB540 power broom. 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: 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 9: Preventing Accidents

    SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories 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 10: 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 11: 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 in the operator’s station.

  • Page 12: 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 13 SAFETY LB540 Safety Procedures • The LB540 power broom is designed to sweep. Do not use it to push or pull objects. • The broom can create a dust cloud that may obstruct your vision. Generally, slowing the rotational speed of the broom by reducing power unit engine RPM will reduce the amount of dust created.

  • Page 14: Operational Controls

    OPERATIONAL CONTROLS Operational Control Locations Use the following images to help identify the locations of operational controls. The letter next to each control can be referenced to the list that follows these images. A - Belt Tension Spring (underneath belting) Rotate the belt tension spring to the right and secure with the clevis pin to apply tension to the attachment drive belt.

  • Page 15: General Operation

    GENERAL OPERATION Daily Inspection Always set the parking brake, shut off power Clevis Pin unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before inspecting components, or attempting Belt Tension any repair or adjustment. Park machine on a level surface, with the engine shut off and all fluids cold.

  • Page 16: Operating Procedure

    GENERAL OPERATION Operating Procedure Gauge Wheel Height Adjustment Before operation, perform daily inspection and The power broom is equipped with two adjustable engage the power unit’s weight transfer. gauge wheels. As the nylon bristles of the broom rotor wear down, the gauge wheels will need to be Move the machine into position and lower the power adjusted to maintain proper ground contact.

  • Page 17: Service

    Ventrac replacement parts. Cleaning and General Maintenance For best results, and to maintain the finish of the LB540 power broom, clean or wash the power broom to remove dirt, gravel, and debris. Belt Inspection Inspecting the drive belt of the power broom can prevent sudden belt failure by finding problems before they cause a belt to break.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    SERVICE Storage Preparing the Power Broom for Storage 1. Clean the power broom. 2. Inspect for loose or missing hardware, damaged components, or signs of wear. 3. Inspect safety decals. Replace any decals that are faded, illegible, or missing. 4. Inspect hydraulic hoses and fittings to ensure tight, leak-free connections.

  • Page 19: Maintenance Checklist

    SERVICE Maintenance Checklist Maintenance Checklist Grease & Lubrication: See Lubrication Section Rotor Bearing Drive Shaft Bearing Cylinder End Tire Spindle Tube Wheel Axle Oil Drive Chain Check Gearbox Oil Level Spindle Tube (Outside Gauge Wheel Kit) Wheel Axle (Outside Gauge Wheel Kit) Inspection Inspect for Loose, Missing, or Worn Components.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Overall Height ....... . 18-1/2 inches (47 cm) Overall Length .
  • Page 21 Blank Page...

  • Page 22: Parts

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Main Frame & Hitch Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 22 replacement parts.
  • Page 23 53 ..29.GF0001 ....GREASE FTG, 1/4 SAE ST ..........1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 23 replacement parts.

  • Page 24: Brush Assembly & Drive Chain

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Brush Assembly & Drive Chain Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 24 replacement parts.
  • Page 25 22 ..95.08 ..... .WASHER, FLAT 1/2 SAE ........... 1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 25 replacement parts.

  • Page 26: Belt Drive, Gearbox, & Hydraulics

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Belt Drive, Gearbox, & Hydraulics Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 26 replacement parts.
  • Page 27 44 ..89.0089 ....SEAL, EXPANSION PLUG ..........1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 27 replacement parts.

  • Page 28: Shields & Belt Retainer

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Shields & Belt Retainer Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 28 replacement parts.
  • Page 29 22 ..99.SF0404-1 ....BOLT, SMF 1/4-20 X 1/2 ........... . 1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 29 replacement parts.

  • Page 30: 39.35403 Outside Gauge Wheel Kit

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING 39.35403 Outside Gauge Wheel Kit Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 30 replacement parts.
  • Page 31 45 ..55.0060 ....BEARING, DOUBLE-SEALED ..........2 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 31 replacement parts.

  • Page 32: 70.8029 Front Belting Curtain Kit

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING 70.8029 Front Belting Curtain Kit Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 32 replacement parts.
  • Page 33 4 ..64.1050 ....CLAMP, FRONT BELTING 10-1/2L ......... . . 4 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 33 replacement parts.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    4000 Series Tractors & Attachments 2-year All Ventrac add-on kits and accessories such as: 3-point hitch, 12V front & rear power outlets, foot pedal, dual wheel kit, etc., will be covered under the above warranty periods provided they are installed by an Authorized Ventrac Dealer.
  • Page 35 (i) expenses relating to gasoline, oil, lubricants; (ii) loss, cost or expense relating to transportation or delivery of turf equipment from the location of owner or location where used by owner to or from any Authorized Ventrac Dealer; (iii) travel time, overtime, after hours’ time or other extraordinary repair charges or charge relating to repairs or replacements outside of normal business hours at the place of business of an Authorized Ventrac Dealer;...

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