Attaching A Trailer; Storage - Ferris IS700Z Series Operator's Manual

Attaching a Trailer

The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less than
200 lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized
clevis pin (A, Figure 24) 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 10°. See SLOPE
OPERATION and TOWED EQUIPMENT in the safety section
of this manual for additional safety information.

Storage

Temporary Storage (30 Days or Less)
Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some fuel, so never
store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor
could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic
if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure used for
human or animal habitation.
WARNING
Never store the unit, with fuel in the engine or fuel tank,
in a heated shelter or in an enclosed, poorly ventilated
enclosures. Fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or
pilot light (such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer,
etc.) and cause an explosion.
Handle fuel carefully. It is highly flammable and careless
use could result in serious fire damage to your person or
property.
Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from
open flame or sparks.
Here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit
temporarily or in between uses:
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• Park the unit on a flat level surface. Disengage the PTO,
engage the parking brake, turn the ignition switch to OFF,
and remove the ignition key.
• Keep the unit in an area away from where children
may come into contact with it. If there's any chance of
unauthorized use, remove the spark plug(s) and put in a
safe place. Be sure the spark plug openings are protected
from foreign objects with a suitable cover.
• If the unit can't be stored on a reasonably level surface,
chock the wheels.
• Clean all grass and dirt from the mower.
Long Term Storage (Longer Than 30 Days)
Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the
Fuel and Maintenance instructions in the OPERATOR
SAFETY section, then perform the following steps:
1. Drain crankcase oil while engine is hot and refill with a
grade of oil that will be required when unit is used again.
2. Prepare the mower deck for storage as follows:
A. Clean the underside of the mower deck.
B. Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or a light coat
of oil to prevent rusting.
3. Clean external surfaces and engine.
4. Prepare the engine for storage. See the engine operator's
manual.
5. Clean any dirt or grass from cylinder head cooling fins,
engine housing, and air cleaner element.
6. Cover the air cleaner and exhaust outlet tightly with
plastic or other waterproof material to keep out moisture,
dirt, and insects.
7. Completely grease and oil unit as outlined in the
Lubrication section.
8. Clean up the unit and apply paint or rust preventative to
any areas where paint is chipped or damaged.
9. Make sure that the battery is fully charged. Battery life will
be increased if it is removed, put in a cool, dry place and
fully charged about once a month. If battery is left in unit,
disconnect the negative cable.
10. Drain fuel system completely or add a fuel stabilizer to the
fuel system. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer
and have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety
instructions and storage precautions in this manual to
prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline
fumes. Remember, fuel fumes can travel to distant
sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of explosion
and fire.
Note: Fuel, if permitted to stand unused for extended periods
(30 days or more), may develop gummy deposits which can
adversely affect the engine carburetor and cause engine
malfunction. To avoid this condition, add a fuel stabilizer to
the fuel tank and run the engine a few minutes, or drain all
fuel from the unit before placing it in storage.
Starting After Long Term Storage
Before starting the unit after it has been stored for a long
period of time, perform the following steps.
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