Introduction - 5
INTRODUCTION
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.
A special convex mirror mounted to the power unit provides operator visibility to the front cutting edge.
Steering wheel controlled articulation provides side-to-side cutting action.
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
operate, maintain, and service your machine. It is divided into sections for convenient reference of the
appropriate section.
You must read and understand the operator’s manual for each piece of Ventrac equipment you own. Read-
ing the operator’s manual will help you become familiar with each specific piece of equipment. Under
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standing the operator’s manual will help you, as well as others, avoid personal injury and/or damage to the
equipment. Keep this manual with the machine at all times. The manual should remain with the machine
even if it is sold. If this manual becomes damaged or unreadable, it should be replaced immediately. Con-
tact your local Ventrac dealer for a replacement.
When using a Ventrac attachment, be sure to read and follow the safety and operating instructions of both
the power unit and the attachment being used to ensure the safest operation possible.
The information in this manual provides the operator with the safest procedures to operate the machine
while getting the maximum use out of the unit. Failure to follow the safety precautions listed in this manual
may result in personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
V
enture Products Inc. is pleased to provide you with
your new Ventrac stump grinder! We hope that Ventrac
equipment will provide you with a ONE Tractor Solution.
