Ventrac 3400L User manual

Serial Number 3400L-AK01001 --
VENTRAC.COM
3400L
Revised 08/07/20
09.10086 Rev. 09
Original Operator’s Manual
Operator’s Manual

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To the Owner
Contact Information and Product Identication
If you need to contact an authorized Ventrac dealer for information on servicing your product,
always provide the product model and serial numbers.
Please ll in the following information for future reference. See the picture(s) below to nd the
location of the identication numbers. Record them in the spaces provided.
Date of Purchase: __________________________________________________________________
Dealer:___________________________________________________________________________
Dealer Address:____________________________________________________________________
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Dealer Phone Number: ______________________________________________________________
Dealer Fax Number: ________________________________________________________________
Model # (A): ___________________________
Serial # (B): ____________________________
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Engine Serial # (C) _________________________
Venture Products Inc. reserves the right to make changes
in design or specications without obligation to make like
changes on previously manufactured products.
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Orrville Oh 44667
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION PAGE 7
Product Description................................................................................................................................8
Why Do I Need an Operator’s Manual? .................................................................................................8
Using Your Manual .................................................................................................................................9
Manual Glossary ....................................................................................................................................9
SAFETY PAGE 10
Safety Decals.......................................................................................................................................10
General Safety Procedures..................................................................................................................13
Training Required.................................................................................................................................13
Requirements for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).....................................................................13
Operation Safety ..................................................................................................................................13
Preventing Accidents............................................................................................................................14
Keep Riders O󰀨....................................................................................................................................14
Operating On Slopes............................................................................................................................15
Roadway Safety...................................................................................................................................15
Truck Or Trailer Transport ....................................................................................................................15
Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................16
Fuel Safety...........................................................................................................................................16
Hydraulic Safety ...................................................................................................................................17
3400 Safety Procedures.......................................................................................................................17
Operator Platform Access ....................................................................................................................17
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)................................................................................................18
Operator Safety Interlock System ........................................................................................................19
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS PAGE 20
Standard Operational Control Locations..............................................................................................20
Optional Operational Control Locations ...............................................................................................21
RPM/Hour Cluster Gauge (A) ..............................................................................................................22
Fuel Cluster Gauge (B) ........................................................................................................................22
Ignition Switch (C) ................................................................................................................................22
Warning Alarm (D)................................................................................................................................22
Steering Wheel (E)...............................................................................................................................23
Front Hitch Latch Lever (F) ..................................................................................................................23
Circuit Breaker & Battery Disconnect (G).............................................................................................23
Seat Belt (H).........................................................................................................................................23
Fuel Shut-o󰀨 Valve (I) ..........................................................................................................................23
SDLA Control Levers (J & K)................................................................................................................23
Foot Pedal (L) ......................................................................................................................................24
Selector Lever/Parking Brake(M).........................................................................................................24
Auxiliary Hydraulic Quick Couplers (N) ................................................................................................24
Power Take O󰀨 (PTO) Switch (O) ........................................................................................................24
Headlight Switch (P).............................................................................................................................24
Throttle Lever (Q).................................................................................................................................24
Choke Lever (R)...................................................................................................................................24
Seat Latch Strap (S).............................................................................................................................25

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Transmission Neutral Levers (T)..........................................................................................................25
Horn Switch (AA)..................................................................................................................................25
Directional Signal Switch (BB) .............................................................................................................25
Hazard Flasher Switch (CC) ................................................................................................................25
Work Light Switch (DD)........................................................................................................................25
Strobe Light Switch (EE)......................................................................................................................25
12 Volt Rear Switches & 4-Pin Socket (FF, GG, & HH)........................................................................26
12 Volt Front Switches & 4-Pin Socket (RR, SS, & TT) .......................................................................26
Front Hitch Valve (MM) ........................................................................................................................26
Steering Tilt Adjustment Lever (NN).....................................................................................................26
Weight Transfer Select Lever (OO)......................................................................................................26
GENERAL OPERATION PAGE 27
Daily Inspection....................................................................................................................................27
Starting The Engine .............................................................................................................................27
Forward And Reverse ..........................................................................................................................28
Stopping The Power Unit .....................................................................................................................28
Shutting O󰀨 The Engine.......................................................................................................................28
Attaching ..............................................................................................................................................28
Detaching.............................................................................................................................................29
Operating Attachments.........................................................................................................................29
Front Hitch............................................................................................................................................29
PTO Drive Belt & Pulley.......................................................................................................................29
Front Auxiliary Couplers.......................................................................................................................29
Roll-Over Protection System (ROPS) ..................................................................................................30
Weight Transfer (Optional Accessory)..................................................................................................30
12 Volt 4-Pin Auxiliary Outlets (Optional Accessory)............................................................................30
Operating On Slopes............................................................................................................................31
Operation in Water, Mud, Snow, or Ice ................................................................................................31
Towing Or Pushing The Power Unit .....................................................................................................31
SERVICE PAGE 32
Service And General Maintenance.......................................................................................................32
Cleaning And Appearance Care...........................................................................................................32
Service Access Points..........................................................................................................................33
Lubrication Locations ...........................................................................................................................33
Checking Hydraulic Oil Level ...............................................................................................................34
Changing Hydraulic Oil Filter ...............................................................................................................35
Changing Hydraulic Oil ........................................................................................................................35
Changing Rear Transaxle Di󰀨erential Oil.............................................................................................36
Checking Engine RPM.........................................................................................................................36
Checking Engine Oil Level...................................................................................................................37
Changing Engine Oil And Filter............................................................................................................37
Changing Air Filter Elements................................................................................................................38
Filling The Fuel Tank ............................................................................................................................39
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS (Continued)

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Changing The In-line Fuel Filter...........................................................................................................39
Cleaning Engine Compartment & Engine ............................................................................................39
Changing the Spark Plugs ...................................................................................................................40
Servicing The Battery...........................................................................................................................41
Removing The Battery .........................................................................................................................41
Installing The Battery ...........................................................................................................................41
Cleaning The Battery And Terminals....................................................................................................42
Charging The Battery ...........................................................................................................................42
Jump Starting Procedure .....................................................................................................................42
TCM (Tractor Control Module) Explanation .........................................................................................43
Replacing Fuses (Power Relay Module)..............................................................................................43
Replacing Fuses (Front Fuse Panel) ...................................................................................................43
Replacing Fuses (Rear Fuse Panel)....................................................................................................44
Switching Speedometer (MPH or Km/H)..............................................................................................44
Replacing Light Bulbs (Headlights)......................................................................................................44
Replacing The Taillights .......................................................................................................................45
Replacing the Work Lights ...................................................................................................................45
Replacing The Turn Signal Lights ........................................................................................................45
Replacing The Strobe Light Bulb .........................................................................................................45
Drive Belt Inspection ............................................................................................................................45
Engine Drive Belt Replacement ...........................................................................................................46
PTO Belt Replacement ........................................................................................................................46
Transaxle Drive Belt Replacement.......................................................................................................47
Clutch Air Gap Inspection & Adjustment ..............................................................................................48
Wheel Removal & Installation ..............................................................................................................48
Tire Pressure........................................................................................................................................48
ROPS And Seat Belt Inspection...........................................................................................................49
Parking Brake Inspection & Adjustment...............................................................................................49
Neutral Adjustment...............................................................................................................................50
Storage.................................................................................................................................................50
Maintenance Schedule.........................................................................................................................52
Maintenance Checklist.........................................................................................................................53
Ventrac Maintenance Log ....................................................................................................................54
SERVICE (Continued)

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TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE 57
Wiring Diagram Reference Key............................................................................................................57
Wiring Diagram - Rear Harness ...........................................................................................................58
Wiring Diagram - Front Harness ..........................................................................................................59
Wiring Diagram Engine Harness..........................................................................................................60
Wiring Diagram - Optional 30.0219 4-Pin Female Socket & 30.0218 4-Pin Male Plug........................61
Electrical Troubleshooting Using The Tractor Control Module (TCM)..................................................62
Electrical Troubleshooting Guide .........................................................................................................64
Engine..................................................................................................................................................65
Electrical...............................................................................................................................................66
Hydraulic ..............................................................................................................................................67
Power Unit............................................................................................................................................67
SPECIFICATIONS PAGE 68
Engine..................................................................................................................................................68
Electrical...............................................................................................................................................68
Power Train ..........................................................................................................................................68
Controls & Instrument Panel ................................................................................................................68
Other Features.....................................................................................................................................68
Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................69
Fluid Capacities & Specications.........................................................................................................69
Amperage Draw Chart .........................................................................................................................70
Belt Chart .............................................................................................................................................70
WARRANTY PAGE 71

Introduction - 7
INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION
Venture Products Inc. is pleased to provide you with your new Ventrac power unit! We hope that Ventrac equipment will
provide you with a ONE Tractor Solution.
Listed below are just some of the items that can provide you
versatility as you use your 3400. Please visit our web site, or
contact your authorized Ventrac dealer for a complete list of
items available for your new power unit.
Accessories
Item Description Part Number
12 Volt Front Kit 70.3036
12 Volt Rear Kit 70.3050
Backup Alarm Kit 70.3037
Directional / Hazard Signal Kit 70.3046
ES220 Spreader 39.55500
Front Hitch Valve Kit 70.3042
Horn Kit 70.3041
Rear Weight Bracket Kit 70.3043
Dual Hydraulic Auxiliary Kit 70.3039
Accessories
Item Description Part Number
Strobe Light Kit 70.3045
Suspension Seat 70.3040
Tilt Steering Kit 70.3019
Trailer Mover Hitch 70.2016
Weather Cab 70.2015
Weight Transfer Kit 70.3014
Work Light Kit 70.3044
Attachments
Item Description Part Number
Aerator with Open Spoon Tine 39.55490
Aerator with Slitter/Slicer Tine 39.55492
Aerator with Coring Tine 39.55494
Blade - 48” 39.55251
Blade - 60” 39.55252
Blower 39.35445
Broom 39.35402
Edger 39.55332
Field Mower - 45” 39.35102
Finish Mower - 52” 39.35100
Finish Mower - 60” 39.35101
Attachments
Item Description Part Number
Rear Discharge Mower - 52” 39.35107
Power Bucket - 30” 39.55213
Power Bucket - 48” 39.55214
Snow Blower 39.35427
Stump Grinder 39.35300
Terra Rake - 52” 39.55431
V-Blade 39.55271

INTRODUCTION
Introduction - 8
Product Description
The Ventrac 3400 is a unique All Wheel Drive power unit that distributes its power to four equal size ota-
tion tires to provide excellent control, traction, stability, maneuverability, and braking. Its innovative, pat-
ented Tandem Drive Train is coupled with an articulating and oscillating, uni-body frame to create a power
unit with quiet, e󰀩cient, and powerful performance. The 3400 is equipped with power steering and has a
turning radius of 28 inches (71 cm), allowing it to maneuver in and around tight places with ease.
The 3400 is designed with the operator seated at the front of the power unit for unobstructed visibility of
attachments and terrain ahead. This design uses a rear mounted engine that keeps heat, exhaust, and
noise behind the operator.
Ventrac’s patented SDLA control, located next to the operator, allows for easy control of Speed, Direction,
Lift, and Auxiliary functions with one hand.
The Ventrac attachment mount system allows the operator to change front mounted attachments quickly
and e󰀩ciently.
Standard features of the 3400 power unit include:
• a fold down roll bar.
• a wire harness that is pre-wired for optional accessories.
• a complete electrical system circuit breaker and battery disconnect.
• a computer controlled onboard diagnostic system for the electrical circuits.
• two cluster gauges on the steering column. One gauge includes a fuel gauge, speedometer, glow
plug indicator, parking brake indicator, PTO ‘On’ indicator, and a low fuel indicator. The second gauge
includes an engine temperature gauge, hour meter / tachometer, and warning lights for high engine
coolant temperature, low engine oil pressure, and low battery voltage. All of the warning indicator lights
also trigger an audible alarm to insure the operator is aware of an unsafe condition.
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 specic piece of equipment. Under-
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.

INTRODUCTION
Introduction - 9
Using Your Manual
Throughout this manual, you will encounter special messages and symbols that identify potential safety
concerns to help you as well as others avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment.
ATTENTION
This symbol identies potential health and
safety hazards. It marks safety precautions.
Your safety and the safety of others is involved.
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
There are three signal words that describe the level of safety concern: Danger, Warning, and Caution.
Safety should always be the #1 priority when working on or operating equipment. Accidents are more likely
to occur when proper operating procedures are not followed or inexperienced operators are involved.
Note: Right-Hand and Left-Hand orientations may be referred to at di󰀨erent places throughout this manual.
Right-Hand and Left-Hand is determined as if sitting on the power unit seat facing forward.
SIGNAL WORD DEFINITIONS
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is limited to the
most extreme cases.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury and/or property damage. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Manual Glossary
Power Unit A Ventrac tractor or other Ventrac engine powered device that may be operated by itself or
with an attachment or accessory.
Attachment A piece of Ventrac equipment that requires a Power Unit for operation.
Accessory A device that attaches to a Power Unit or Attachment to extend its capabilities.
Machine Describes any “Attachment” or “Accessory” that is used in conjunction with a power unit.

SAFETY
Safety - 10
SAFETY
Safety Decals
The following safety decals must be maintained on your Ventrac 3400 power unit.
Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all grease, dirt, and debris from safety decals and instructional
labels. If any decals are faded, illegible, or missing, contact your dealer promptly for replacements.
When new components are installed, be sure that current safety decals are a󰀩xed to the replacement
components.
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