Ventrac 3000 Owner's manual

REVISED 09-30-05
09.10038
VENTRAC
3000
OWNER/OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Venture Products Inc. Orrville, OH

Orrville, OH
www.ventrac.com
ii VENTRAC 3000 VPI
Venture Products Inc. reserves the right to make changes in design or
specifications without incurring obligation to make like changes on
previously manufactured products.
TO THE OWNER
Congratulations on the purchase of a new VENTRAC 3000! The purpose of this
manual is to assist you in its safe and effective operation and maintenance.
With proper usage and care, the machine will provide many years of service. Please
read and understand this manual entirely before using the machine. Keep this
manual on file for future reference.
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VPI VENTRAC 3000 iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION Section A
Description .....................................................................................................................A-1
Specifications .................................................................................................................A-2
SAFETY Section B
Before Operating ............................................................................................................B-1
On Slopes ........................................................................................................................B-2
Operator Personal Safety, General Safety.......................................................................B-3
Seat Belt & Roll Cage ....................................................................................................B-4
OPERATION Section C
Profile, Control Selector..................................................................................................C-1
Front Controls..................................................................................................................C-2
Side Controls ...................................................................................................................C-3
Fenders, Battery...............................................................................................................C-4
Seat, Owner’s Manual .....................................................................................................C-5
Front Hitch & PTO Drive ...............................................................................................C-6
PTO Driven Attachments ...............................................................................................C-6
Attaching Attachments ...................................................................................................C-7
Mower Attachments .......................................................................................................C-7
Detachment .....................................................................................................................C-8
PTO Engagement ............................................................................................................C-8
Lights ..............................................................................................................................C-9
Starting Procedure ..........................................................................................................C-9
Operating on Slopes .....................................................................................................C-10
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Section D
Engine ............................................................................................................................ D-1
General Instructions ....................................................................................................... D-1
Fuel In-line Filter ...........................................................................................................D-2
Transaxles, Hydraulic Oil .............................................................................................. D-2
Hydraulic Oil, Battery..................................................................................................... D-3
Brake Adjustment .......................................................................................................... D-4
Neutral Adjustment ........................................................................................................ D-4
Towing, Free-wheeling................................................................................................... D-5

TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.)
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE (cont.)
Drive Belts.......................................................................................................................D-6
Belt Replacement ...........................................................................................................D-7
PTO Drive Belt ...............................................................................................................D-8
PTO Belt Replacement ...................................................................................................D-9
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WARRANTY
SERVICE SCHEDULE Section E
Service Schedule .............................................................................................................E-1
Daily ...............................................................................................................................E-1
Visual ..............................................................................................................................E-1
Oil & Filter Change ........................................................................................................ E-1
Transaxle Oil & Filters ...................................................................................................E-1
Storage ............................................................................................................................E-1
ELECTRICALDIAGRAM Section F

SECTION A
INTRODUCTION
VPI VENTRAC 3000 A-1
Description
* The Ventrac Series 3000 is a unique all-wheel-drive vehicle that distributes its power to four equal-sized
flotation tires for excellent control, traction, stability, maneuvering and braking.
* An innovative, tandem drive train on the new VENTRAC 3000 creates a quiet, efficient and powerful all-
wheel-drive performance. Hillsides, ditches, slopes and wet or snowy surfaces become fair game for this
machine that makes all 4 tires push, steer and pull! Tandem hydrostatic pumps blend their power into a unified
speed, direction, brake and stop action.
* A tight, 45 degree articulated chassis plus 12 degrees of oscillation makes the VENTRAC 3000 easy-on-turf,
sharp-on-corners and a gripper-on-tough terrain. Its centered articulation, four wide flotation turf tires and
vehicle balance guarantees a gentle, near effortless movement on the most sensitive turf and in the sharpest
turn.
* The VENTRAC 3000s power steering tightens its turning radius to 28 inches to maneuver in and around
tight places and then “unwinds” for the straight-away with optimum speed and ease. A small pull on the
hydraulic lever will bring the front mounted attachment off the ground for repositioning or for transport. An
auxiliary option offers a second lever for hydraulic control on an attachment such as tilting or angling.
* A rugged uni-body frame system, a fast-hitch design and a high torque weight transfer mechanism create a
variety of attachment possibilities for the VENTRAC 3000. The PTO drive train operates effectively through
the entire hitch stroke of 30 degrees. A rear tow hitch is also a standard feature.
* Up-front visibility for the mid-mounted operator gives the best attachment view and the best operator ride.
Power steering, power lift and a powerful rear mounted engine create operational ease, exceptional
maneuverability and engine weight, heat, exhaust and noise ideally located behind the operator.
* The hydrostatic directional control lever is conveniently located on the right side of the operator. Forward
and reverse travel is easily accomplished by moving this lever in the desired direction of travel. The farther the
lever is moved, the greater the speed. An optional foot control adds versatility for operator preference. The
hydraulic hitch lift control is located just next to the directional control.
* The open left fender area enhances getting on and off the VENTRAC 3000. Extend the right foot into place
like getting into a car or truck, then simply sit on the seat and lift the left foot to the platform. To dismount,
reverse the process.
* Numerous attachments can be used on the VENTRAC 3000. Those needing only hitch and hydraulic
connections can be shared from its larger counter part, the VENTRAC 4000.