Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting Charts - Ferris ISX2200 Series Operator's Manual

your authorized Ferris servicing dealer. If you need to replace
the battery, follow the steps under Cleaning the Battery and
Cables.
Charging the Battery
WARNING
Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the
gasses coming from it are highly explosive. Ventilate the
battery well during charging.
A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be
the result of a defect in the charging system or other electrical
component. If there is any doubt about the cause of the
problem, see your authorized Ferris servicing dealer.
To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by the
battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings included
in the OPERATOR SAFETY section of this manual. Charge
the battery until fully charged. Do not charge at a rate higher
than 10 amps.
Jump Starting with Auxiliary (Booster) Battery
Jump starting is not recommended.

Troubleshooting

While normal care and regular maintenance will extend
the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may
eventually require that service be performed to allow it to
continue to operating properly.
This troubleshooting guide lists the most common problems,
their causes and remedies.
Refer to Maintenance Procedures for instructions on how
to perform most of these minor adjustments and service
repairs yourself. If you prefer, all of these procedures can be
performed for you by your local authorized dealer.
WARNING
Remove ignition key prior to performing maintenance on the
unit.
To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the unit
or mower deck only when the engine is stopped and the
parking brake is engaged.
Always remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and fasten it away from the plug(s) before beginning
the maintenance, to prevent accidental starting of the
engine.

Troubleshooting Charts

Troubleshooting the Zero-Turn Rider
Problem: Engine will not turnover or start.
Cause
Parking brake not engaged.
PTO (electric clutch) switch in ON
position.
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Remedy
Engage parking brake.
Place in OFF position.
Problem: Engine will not turnover or start.
Ground speed control levers not in
"NEUTRAL" position.
Out of fuel.
Engine flooded.
Fuse blown.
Battery terminals require cleaning.
Battery discharged or dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Solenoid or starter motor faulty.
Safety interlock switch faulty
Spark plug(s) faulty, fouled or
incorrectly gapped.
Water in fuel.
Gas is old or stale.
Fuel Injected Models: Malfunction
in fuel injection system.
Problem: Engine starts hard or runs poorly.
Cause
Fuel mixture too rich.
Spark plug(s) faulty, fouled or
incorrectly gapped.
Problem: Engine knocks.
Cause
Low oil level.
Using wrong grade oil.
Problem: Excessive oil consumption.
Cause
Engine running too hot.
Using wrong weight oil.
Too much oil in crankcase.
Problem: Engine exhaust is black.
Cause
Dirty air filter.
Carbureted Models: Engine choke
control is in closed position.
Problem: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (M.I.L.)
is flashing (Fuel Injected Models only).
Cause
Problem with the fuel injection
system.
Move ground speed control levers to
the "NEUTRAL" position.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then
refill the fuel tank.
Carburated Models: Move choke
control to closed position. Fuel
Injected Models: See authorized
dealer.
Replace fuse.
Clean the battery terminals.
Recharge or replace
Visually check wiring & replace
broken or frayed wires. Tighten loose
connections.
See authorized service dealer.
Replace as needed. See authorized
service dealer.
Clean and gap or replace. See
engine manual.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
See authorized service dealer.
Remedy
1.) Clean air filter. 2.) Carburated
Models: Check choke adjustment.
Fuel Injected Models: See
authorized dealer.
Clean and gap or replace. See
engine manual.
Remedy
Check / Add oil as required.
See engine manual.
Remedy
Clean engine fins, blower screen,
and air cleaner.
See engine manual.
Drain excess oil
Remedy
Replace air filter. See engine
manual.
Move choke control to open position.
Remedy
See your authorized service dealer.
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