Pushing The Rider By Hand; Attaching A Trailer - Ferris 400S Series Operator's Manual

The best mulching action typically results from cutting only
the top ½ inch to 3/4 inch of grass blade. This provides
short clippings which decompose properly (much more
quickly than longer clippings). The ideal cutting height will
vary with climate, time of year, and quality of your lawn. We
recommend that you experiment with both the cutting height
and ground speed until you achieve the best cut. Start with
a high cutting height and using progressively lower settings
until you find a cutting height that is matched to your mowing
conditions and preferences.

Pushing the Rider by Hand

WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard.
DO NOT disengage the transmissions and coast down
slopes. DO NOT use the transaxle release levers to
disengage the transmissions unless machine motion can be
controlled and engine is off.
NOTICE Do not tow rider. Towing the rider will cause
transmission damage. Do not use another vehicle to push
or pull this rider.
1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the
ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition key.
2. Locate the transmission release levers (A, Figure 18)
on the rear of the rider beneath the bumper. There is
one transmission release lever on each transmission.
The transmission release levers open and close the
transmission bypass valves.
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3. To open the transmission bypass valve (bypass position)
(B), pull the transmission release lever out towards the
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rear of the rider and push it towards the rear tire. Repeat
this process for the other side of the rider.
4. Disengage the parking brake. The rider can now be
pushed by hand.
5. After moving the rider, close the bypass valve (run
position) (C) by pushing the transmission release lever
towards the center of the machine and then pushing it
towards the front of the rider. Repeat this process for the
other side of the rider.
Note: Both transmission release levers must be in the same
position.

Attaching a Trailer

The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less than
200 lbs (91 kg). Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized
clevis pin (A, Figure 19) and clip (B).
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Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of
control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on
slopes. The surface being driven on greatly impacts traction
and stability. Wet or slippery surfaces can greatly reduce
traction and the ability to stop or turn. Carefully evaluate
the surface conditions before operating the unit and trailer,
and never operate on slopes greater than 5°. See Slope
Operation and Towed Equipment (Ride-On Units) in the
safety section of this manual for additional safety information.
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