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Ventrac KC180 Operator's Manual & Parts Drawings

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KC180
Stump Grinder
VENTRAC.COM
Revised 12/14/18
Original Operator's Manual
09.10017 Rev. 06

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual & Parts Drawings KC180 Stump Grinder VENTRAC.COM Revised 12/14/18 Original Operator’s Manual 09.10017 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

    Keep Riders Off ............................9 Operating On Slopes ..........................10 Roadway Safety ...........................10 Truck Or Trailer Transport ........................10 Maintenance ............................11 Fuel Safety ............................11 Hydraulic Safety ...........................12 KC180 Safety Procedures ........................13 SETUP PAGE 14 Mirror Installation ..........................14 GENERAL OPERATION PAGE 15 Daily Inspection ............................15 Attaching ..............................15...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS PARTS PAGE 22 Main Frame & Shields ..........................22 Drive & Pulleys .............................24 Mirror Bracket ............................26 WARRANTY PAGE 28...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    ONE Tractor Solution. Product Description The KC180 stump grinder is designed solely for the purpose of grinding tree stumps and roots. The KC180 stump grinder makes quick work of removing unwanted stumps and roots. Heavy duty carbide cutters pro- vide extended and effective performance in spite of dirt, stones, and debris in the work 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 stump grinder. 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. When new components are installed, be sure that current safety decals are affixed to the replacement components.

  • 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: Kc180 Safety Procedures

    SAFETY KC180 Safety Procedures • Always wear hearing and eye protection when operating the stump grinder. • Set up power unit and stump grinder so that particles are directed away from buildings or other objects of value. • During the grinding process, objects can be propelled from the stump grinder causing injury or damage to people, animals, buildings, vehicles, or other objects of value.

  • Page 14: Setup

    SETUP Mirror Installation 3. Install the mirror arms an equal distance into the mirror attachment brackets and secure them with 1. Install the left and right mirror attachment brack- the tightener handles. ets to the sides of the power unit’s front frame. 4.

  • Page 15: General Operation

    GENERAL OPERATION Daily Inspection Detaching 1. Park the power unit on a level surface and engage the parking brake.* 2. Lower the stump grinder to the ground. Always set the parking brake, shut off power 3. Shut off power unit engine. unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure 4.

  • Page 16: Operating Procedure

    GENERAL OPERATION Operating Procedure WARNING During the grinding process, objects can be propelled from the stump grinder causing injury or damage to people, animals, buildings, vehicles, or other objects of value. Block access to the area prior to grinding stumps. Use plywood or equivalent shielding to protect nearby building or objects.

  • Page 17: Service

    Attention If any component requires replacement, use only original Ventrac replacement parts. Cleaning and General Maintenance Loosen the locking nut (C) on the back of the right adjustment plate. Loosen the locking nut (D) For best results, and to maintain the finish of the on the front of the left adjustment plate.

  • Page 18: Belt Replacement

    1. Clean the top and bottom of the gearbox. Cutter Teeth Rotation & Sharpening 2. Remove the breather plug from the top port of The cutter teeth (KC180 serial # 1231 and higher) the gearbox. have three shoulders. If a tooth becomes dull or dam- 3.

  • Page 19: Storage

    SERVICE Storage Preparing the Stump Grinder for Storage 1. Clean or wash the stump grinder to remove accumulated wood chips, debris, and dirt. 2. Inspect for loose or missing hardware, damaged components, or signs of wear. Repair or replace any damaged or worn components. 3.

  • Page 20: Maintenance Schedule

    SERVICE Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule Grease & Lubrication: See Lubrication Section Rotor (Cutter Head) Bearing                     Check Gearbox Oil Level                     Change Gearbox Oil.

  • Page 21: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Overall Height ....... . . 19 inches (48.3 cm) Overall Length .

  • Page 22: Parts

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Main Frame & Shields Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 22 replacement parts.
  • Page 23 23 ..00.0217 ....DECAL, WARNING READ OWNERS MAN ........1 Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 23 replacement parts.

  • Page 24: Drive & Pulleys

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Drive & Pulleys Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 24 replacement parts.
  • Page 25 20 ..79.0056 ....TOOTH, STRAIGHT C-BORED KC180 (Serial # 1001-1230) ..

  • Page 26: Mirror Bracket

    PARTS ILLUSTRATED DRAWING Mirror Bracket Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 26 replacement parts.
  • Page 27 20** ..99.SF05 ....NUT, SRF 5/16-18 USS ........... . .6* *HT4000 uses 6) nuts and bolts. KT4100, KT4200, & KN4500 use 4) nuts and bolts. **The nuts and some of the washers are reused from the power unit. Use only original Ventrac Illustrated Parts - 27 replacement parts.

  • Page 28: 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 29 (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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