SERVICE
Service - 33
When servicing is necessary, perform it in a
protected area. Do not use power tools in rain or
snow because of danger of electrical shock or injury.
Perform service in a well lighted area.
Disconnect electricity to spreader before performing
any service.
Keep service area clean to help prevent accidents.
Always set the parking brake, shut off power
unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before inspecting components or attempting any
repair or adjustment.
Attention
If any component requires replacement, use only
original Ventrac replacement parts.
The controller is a solid state electronic unit and
is not serviceable. Any attempt to service will void
the warranty.
There are no serviceable parts in the motor/
transmission assembly. Any attempt to service will
void the warranty.
Do not splice any other devices into wiring harness.
Do not modify harness length. Any modifications will
void warranty.
Read lead labels before attaching wiring harness
to power source or ground.
Cleaning and General Maintenance
For best results, and to maintain the finish of the
SS300, clean or wash the spreader to remove dirt,
sand, and salt deposits. Remove any ice or snow
accumulations from the spreader and mount.
Attention
To maintain the finish of the power unit and attach
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ment, thoroughly wash the equipment after each
use to remove any corrosive agents (e.g., salt). Fail-
ure to clean the equipment may result in corrosion
of (including but not limited to) steel, aluminum, and
electrical components. Equipment that will experi-
ence repeated exposure to corrosive agents should
be pretreated with a corrosion preventative.
When pressure washing the motor enclosure
area, stay at least 36 inches (92 cm) away from
motor enclosures.
After first use, tighten all nuts and bolts on spreader
and mount.
If the motor cover is removed for any reason, use sili-
cone sealant to ensure weather proofing of enclosure.
To prevent corrosion, use dielectric grease on all
electrical connections at the beginning and end of the
season and each time power plugs are disconnected.
Storage
Preparing the Spreader for Storage
1. Clean the spreader.
2.
Attention
To maintain the finish of the power unit and attach
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ment, thoroughly wash the equipment to remove any
corrosive agents (e.g., salt). Failure to clean the equip-
ment may result in corrosion of (including but not lim-
ited to) steel, aluminum, and electrical components.
Inspect for loose or missing hardware, damaged
components, or signs of wear.
3. Inspect safety decals, Replace any safety decals
that are faded, illegible, or missing.
4. Use dielectric grease on all electrical connec-
tions to prevent corrosion.
5. Paint or oil all bare metal surfaces.
6.
Wipe off all excess grease or oil.
Removing the Spreader from Storage
Inspect, clean, and prepare spreader for use
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