Oils / Fuel Tank - Ventrac VR300 Owner/Operator's Manual & Parts List

En gine Oil
The im por tance of check ing and main tain ing the proper oil level in the crank case can not be
over em pha sized. See En gine Op er a tor's Man ual. Check oil BE FORE EACH USE as fol lows.
1. Make sure the engine is stopped, level, and cool so the oil has had time to drain into the
sump.
2. Clean the area around the oil fill cap and dipstick, before
removing it. This will help to keep dirt, grass clippings,
etc., out of the oil.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe the oil off. Reinsert the
dipstick into the tube and press all the way down.
4. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The level
should be in the "Operating Range" of the dipstick. If low,
add oil of the proper type up to the "F" mark. (Check
engine manual for recommended oils.) Reinstall dipstick.
Never operate the engine with the oil level below the "L" mark, or above the "F" mark, on
the dipstick.
5. Total capacity when drained and new filter installed is approximately 1-1/4 U.S. pints.
Check dipstick during refilling.
6. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for more details on the engine oil level, type of oil
recommended, and changing the engine oil.
Hydrostatic Oil
The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the hydrostatic drive cannot
be overemphasized. Check oil as follows: (Refer to page D-2 for schedule)
1. Make sure the engine is stopped, the hydrostatic oil is
cool, and the VR300 is on a level surface.
2. Locate the oil level check line on plastic oil reservoir
located on top of the drive pump.
3. If necessary, add oil to the line. Use Venture Products
hydrostatic oil only. (Part # 15.0032-01)
4. Always clean the area around the oil fill cap before
removing the cap. This will help keep dirt, grass clippings,
etc., out of the oil.
Fuel Tank
1. When filling the fuel tank, do not fill up to the top of the neck. Always allow room for
expansion of fuel resulting from temperature changes.
2. The total capacity of the fuel tank is 3 quarts.
WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable, and its vapors can explode, if ignited. Do not fill
the fuel tank while the engine is hot or running, since spilled fuel could ignite, if it comes in
contact with hot parts or sparks. Do not start the engine near spilled fuel.
MAINTENANCE
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Fig ure 7 - En gine Oil Dip stick
Fig ure 8 - Hy dro static Oil