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SERVICE
WARNING
Always engage the parking brake, shut off the power
unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure that
all moving parts have come to a complete stop be-
fore inspecting the components, or attempting any
repair or adjustment.
ATTENTION
If any component requires replacement, use only
original Ventrac replacement parts.
Cleaning and General Maintenance
For best results, and to maintain the finish of the
mower, clean or wash the mower to remove accu-
mulated clippings, leaves, and dirt when the job is
finished. Refer to the Deck Flip Up Procedure to access
the underside of the deck. If washing the mower, do
not spray directly into bearings or seals.
Deck Flip Up Procedure (Service Position)
Manual Flip Up Procedure
1. Park the power unit and mower on a smooth, level
surface.
2. Engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and
remove the ignition key.
3. Place the left and right height adjustment handles
into position number one.
4. Remove the pin (A) from the cross frame brackets.
5.
A
Start the power unit’s engine and raise the power
unit front hitch to its highest position.
6. Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
7. Lift the front of the deck up until the slots in the
center deck braces align with the holes in the cross
frame brackets. Reinstall the pin to lock the deck in
the service position.
8. To return the deck to the operating position, re-
move the pin from the cross frame brackets and
lower the deck to the operating position. NOTE: if
the front hitch lowers due to hydraulic drift, it may
be necessary to start the power unit’s engine and
raise the front hitch before removing the pin.
9. Lower the mower deck to the ground.
10. Reinstall the pin in cross frame brackets.
