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Raven MPV-7100 Owners And Operation Manual

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MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLE OWNER'S AND OPERATION MANUAL
D100100 R1:01:14

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  • Page 1 MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLE OWNER’S AND OPERATION MANUAL D100100 R1:01:14...
  • Page 3 C ONG RAT ULAT I ONS ON T H E PURC H ASE OF Y OUR NEW RAVEN MPV ( MULT I - PURPOSE VEH I C LE) ! This advanced new product is unlike anything you've ever used, so please read this instruction manual carefully before first use.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ontents Introduction ................................6 Customer Responsibilities ...........................6 Safety and Operating Symbols ..........................6 Initial Set-Up ................................8 Safe Handling of Gasoline ..........................10 Features .................................. 11 Drive Controls ..............................12 Drive Mode Switch and Function ........................13 Dashboard Controls ............................14 Cutting Deck Features ............................15 Service Controls and Features ..........................16 Generator Controls ............................18 Operation .................................18 Before Each Use ...............................19...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The Raven Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) was carefully Serial Number Label designed and assembled in the USA to provide the best Information contained on the serial number label is essential performance when properly operated and maintained. This to the registration process. Note the location of the label...
  • Page 7 ntroduCtIon A safety message alerts you to potential hazards. Each safety message is preceded by one of these words: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or IMPORTANT. D D D ANGER! ANGER! ANGER! CAUTION! DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY WILL OCCUR IF INJURY can occur if instructions are not followed. INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED.

  • Page 8: Initial Set-Up

    Connect the safety switch harness to the bottom of the seat. c. Slide the 21mm lock washer onto the steering spindle. e. Lower the seat into place. d. Install the 21mm nut to secure the steering wheel. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 9 ntroduCtIon Install the 30 A Fuse a. Locate the green 30 A fuses in the bag containing the MPV keys inside the instruction manual bag. b. Lift the seat. c. Locate the fuse connections under the black plate. d. Open the fuse holder. e.

  • Page 10: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    • FUEL VAPORS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. ALLOW ENGINE TO COOL AT LEAST Ensure that the front tires are inflated to 12 psi and that the TWO (2) MINUTES BEFORE REFUELING. rear tires are inflated to 15 psi. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 11: Features

    eatures F EAT URES, C ONT ROLS AND USAG E 24 Parking Brake Drive Mode Switch 12 Service Hatch Handles Cruise Control Switch 13 Service Hatch 25 Brake Pedal 26 Throttle Ignition 14 Tailgate 27 Hood Latch Reverse Mow Override Switch 15 Transaxle Gear Shifter Blade Engage Switch 16 Tow Bar...

  • Page 12: Drive Controls

    Ensure the parking brake is set securely before exiting the MPV. automatically shut off. The parking brake is a pull handle that is partially hidden by the dashboard. g. Press the brake pedal to release the parking brake. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 13: Drive Mode Switch And Function

    eatures Drive Mode Switch and Function Cruise Control Operation The drive mode switch sets the direction of travel between Use Cruise Control for a smooth riding experience and to regulate Forward, Neutral and Reverse. your speed while in transport and while mowing. Drive Mode Switch CRUISE ON Setting the Cruise Control...

  • Page 14: Dashboard Controls

    Hold the latch, close the hood and push down until a click is Headlight Switch heard. d. Release the latch and pull on the hood to ensure it is secure. Press the headlight symbol on the switch to turn the headlights on. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 15: Cutting Deck Features

    eatures Cutting Deck Features Blade Engage Switch WARNING! USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN OPERATING THE B l a d e En g a g e Sw i t c h CUTTING DECK: • ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER PLUG BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING DECK. •...

  • Page 16: Service Controls And Features

    Grasp the center of the tailgate and pull upwards. b. When the tailgate slides up, pull backwards and rotate down. Pull back on the service latches, then rotate the hatch down to c. Reverse the process to close. open. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 17 eatures Removing the Tailgate Gear Selection H i g h G e a r Sl o t Lo w G e a r Sl o t H i n g e Po i n t s Sh i f t Le v e r a.

  • Page 18: Generator Controls

    The Generator mode switch controls generator operation. For optimal performance and ride comfort, keep tires This switch must be turned to “ON” (with the engine running) properly inflated. for the generator to provide power to devices plugged in to RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 19: Before Each Use

    peratIon Before Each Use Operating on Electric Only Mode Check the MPV 9 Test safety interlocks. See page 18. 9 Check tire pressure. 9 Check fuel level. 9 Check engine oil level. 9 Remove grass and debris from engine compartment and muffler area and on top of mower deck, before and after operation.

  • Page 20: Towing And Using Mpv Attachments

    DO NOT OPERATE ON A SLOPE GREATER THAN INJURY OR DEATH. THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS 15°. DOING SO SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASES CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THE RISK OF THE MPV OVERTURNING AND THROWING OBJECTS. CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 21 peratIon Mowing Tips Engaging & Stopping the Blades The following suggestions will produce the best cut quality and lawn appearance: NOTE: The MPV must be in low gear in order to engage the blades. • The cutting deck should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.
  • Page 22 If a turn must be made, • Do not operate on steep slopes. See the guide for turn down the slope. sighting slopes on page 23. • Avoid mowing on wet grass as tires may lose traction. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 23 peratIon Slope Sighting WWW. RAVENAMERI C A. C OM...

  • Page 24: Generate Mode

    • DO NOT OPERATE THE MPV GENERATOR CARBON MONOXIDE CAN BUILD UP IN THESE AREAS. USING A FAN OR OPENING WINDOWS WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE DRUGS, ALCOHOL, AND DOORS DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH FRESH AIR. MEDICATION. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 25: Using The Generator

    peratIon IMPORTANT CAUTION! • Operating voltage and frequency requirement of • For outdoor use only. ONLY use the MPV all electronic equipment should be checked prior to generator outdoors and far away from open plugging them into this generator. Damage may result windows, doors, and vents.
  • Page 26 Confirm that the electrical device is switched off, then plug it into the unit. d. Switch the generator mode switch to the “On” position. e. Turn on the connected electrical devices in order of the highest to lowest rated wattage requirement. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 27 peratIon Load Connection Method C u r r e n t i n Lo a d Ma x i m u m Al l o w a b l e C o r d l e n g t h Am p e r e s The load must be connected to DC terminals with the proper Wa t t s...
  • Page 28 Permit the generator output to stabilize. Listen for the engine running smoothly and check that the attached device operates properly. e. Plug in and turn on the next device. f. Again, permit the generator to stabilize. g. Repeat steps b - d for each additional load. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 29: Service & Maintenance

    & M ervICe aIntenanCe IMPORTANT Never add more loads than the generator capacity. Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity as previously described. Exceeding the generator’s wattage/amperage capacity can damage the generator and/or electrical devices connected to it. ANSI /UL 2 2 01 MPV G e n e r a t o r Sp e c I t e m Ra t i n g...

  • Page 30: Deck Maintenance

    Lower the cutting deck completely to the ground using the deck lift lever. c. Disconnect the deck power plug. d. Disconnect the front pin, then disconnect the two rear pins. e. Raise the deck lever to the highest position. f. Slide the deck out from beneath the MPV. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 31 & M ervICe aIntenanCe Attaching the Cutting Deck Sl i d e D e c k Un d e r St o p En g i n e Re m o v e K e y D e c k Re p l a c e Pi n s Lo w e r D e c k t o...
  • Page 32 Reinstall the clevis to lift rod and measure again. Re-adjust the clevis as necessary to level the deck. g. Once level re-tighten the locknut with the wrench. h. Raise or lower the cutting deck as needed. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 33 & M ervICe aIntenanCe Front to Rear (Lock Nut) Adjustment Re m o v e F r o n t Pi n T i e Ro d En d Lo o s e n 16 m m Lo c k Nu t T i g h t e n o r Lo o s e n Me a s u r e Ro d En d...

  • Page 34: Blade Care

    Place the new blades onto the blade adapter with the blade text showing. g. Place the new domed washer onto the blades with the curved side up. h. Thread the new lock nut onto the stud and use a torque wrench and tighten to 40 ft/lbs. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 35 & M ervICe aIntenanCe Oil Maintenance To keep the engine running and operating properly, follow the oil change intervals in the Maintenance Schedule on page 43. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT ENGINE OIL! Check the oil level before each use of the MPV and add 10W-30 when necessary.
  • Page 36 Remove the dipstick and visually check the oil level on the dipstick gauge. e. Keep the oil level between the HI and LO levels on dipstick. f. Press the cap securely into the oil fill tube when finished. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 37: Engine Cooling System

    & M ervICe aIntenanCe Engine Cooling System The engine will overheat if its external surfaces are not kept clean. To prevent overheating and engine damage, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and any other engine surfaces are cleared off to allow for optimal cooling. Spark Plug Maintenance Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes first.

  • Page 38: Air Filter

    The filter is located at the front of the machine, below the fuel tank and above the steering rack. The fuel filter must be changed when there is very little gas in the fuel tank. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 39: Batteries

    & M ervICe aIntenanCe Brake Adjustment If the MPV does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is pressed or if the rear wheels are able to roll while the parking brake is engaged, the brakes are not functioning properly and need adjustment. Follow the steps below for minor adjustments.
  • Page 40 Fit the battery into position and connect the positive (red) wires to the positive (+) terminal and tighten the bolt. h. Reconnect the negative (black and green) wires to the negative (-) terminal and tighten the bolt. i. Reassemble the battery retainer and vehicle side cover. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 41 & M ervICe aIntenanCe Starting the Engine with a Weak Battery The 12 Volt battery must be charged in order to start the engine. During normal operation, it is not necessary to charge the battery because the generator will charge the battery while the engine is running through the 12 volt regulator. The battery may require charging when it is activated for the first time or after the MPV has not been used for a long period of time.
  • Page 42 Locate the fuse connections under the black plate. c. Open the fuse holder cover of the fuse needing replacement. d. Replace the blown fuse. e. Close the fuse holder cover. f. Lower the seat back into place. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 43: Cleaning

    & M ervICe aIntenanCe Cleaning Change the engine oil before storing the MPV. Follow the To maximize the longevity and appearance of your MPV, it is steps on page 35 to change the oil. best to keep the unit stored in a covered, well ventilated area if possible.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Be sure to engage Reverse Mow reverse while mower or other attachment is Override correctly. (See page 22). engaged. Patches of grass left uncut Speed too fast while mowing. Travel slower. Cutting deck needs cleaning. Clean cutting deck. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 45 roubleshootIng PROB LEM C AUSE SOLUT I ON MPV will not move Generate mode is set to on. Set generate mode to off. Parking brake engaged. Disengage parking brake. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE GENERATOR NOTE: The generator is equipped with five (5) circuit breakers. One each for the 20A, 30A, 12V DC receptacles, plus a main breaker.
  • Page 46 I F Y OUR PROB LEM I S NOT ON T H I S LI ST , VI SI T WWW. RAVENAMERI C A. C OM OR C ALL 1-8 8 8 -3 2 1-5 700. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 47: Technical Information

    T EC H NI C AL I NF ORMAT I ON Model Number: MPV-7100 Engine Displacement 420cc Engine Manufacturer RATO Engine Type OHV Extended Life Gasoline Capacity: 5 gal/19 ltr Gasoline Type: Unleaded <10% Ethanol Front Tires: 18 x 8.5-8 4-ply Inflate front tires to 12 psi.

  • Page 48: Parts & Accessories

    This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product. RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 49: Warranty & Registration

    & r arranty egIstratIon Exclusions: This warranty does not cover: normal wear; contaminants in the fuel or oil; damage as a result of use in a manner for which the product was not designed; damage caused by modification or use of unsuitable attachments or accessories, or other misuse and neglect;...
  • Page 50 RAVEN MPV-7100/7100S OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 51 WWW. RAVENAMERI C A. C OM...
  • Page 52 I MPORT ANT The MPV is not an ATV. Avoid Store the MPV in a covered, well-ventilated Never interact with the generator driving through water. area at all times. if it is wet.

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