Venture Products Ventrac HQ680 - Manual (Page 12)

Operating Techniques and Tips:
With a little practice, operation of the mower will become very easy and simple. Always
keep SAFETY as the First Priority. Remember to keep the size of the task appropriate
to the size of the equipment.
Always shut off engine and remove key to clean or make adjustments on the mower.
Travel to and from the area to be mowed should be done with the mower raised in
transport position by the tractor hydraulics. This saves the wear-and-tear on the mower
and needless scuffing and rolling over the various surfaces between mowing jobs.
Moderate speed should be used in transport in order to maintain control and reduce the
shock load from uneven terrain. Disengage the PTO to prevent air turbulence over
dusty surfaces and/or when traveling over rough terrain.
Operator must be sitting on the tractor seat and seat belt fastened before the PTO can
be engaged. Have the engine rpms between 2,000 and 3,000 before engaging the PTO
switch. Near full engine rpms (3,600) is recommended for most mowing. If a good cut
can be maintained and there is sufficient power, reducing the rpms by 200 or 300 will
result in a little better fuel economy and reduction in the wear-and-tear on the
equipment.
When mowing, place the front hitch hydraulic control lever in the FLOAT position by
moving it outward until the detent engages. The lever will stay in this position after
engagement.
Be very cautious when mowing slopes. It is recommended that both traction transfer
springs be engaged. See C-5 for Dual Wheel option.
OPERATION
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