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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents: General Information.............. 3 Identifying Your Unit............3 Operator Safety..............4 California Proposition 65..........4 Operating Safely...............4 Chemical Safety............... 4 Training................5 Preparation............... 5 Children................5 Safe Handling of Gasoline..........6 Operation................6 Slope Identification Guide..........6 Slope Operation..............7 Maintenance, Storage, and Safety........ -
Page 3: General Information
We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Ferris brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Ferris product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with this machine and how to avoid them. -
Page 4: Operator Safety
Operator Safety Keep both feet on the operator platform at all times. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, obey these rules could result in loss of control of the unit, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or... -
Page 5: Training
turning, going up, down, or across hills, when suddenly • Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine changing speed, or operating on rough terrain. This shift running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not in load may cause possible instability, tipping, or rollover smoke. -
Page 6: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, • Slow down and use caution when making turns and when trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. changing directions on slopes. • Never leave a running unit unattended. Always disengage Safe Handling of Gasoline the spreader spinner, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. -
Page 7: Slope Operation
How to measure the slope of a lawn surface with a smartphone or an angle finder tool: DANGER DANGER Wet or soft slopes hazard: WARNING Do not operate on slopes greater than 8 degrees. • Wet or soft slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. •... -
Page 8: Maintenance, Storage, And Safety
Maintenance, Storage, and Safety WARNING • Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices Units with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors: Hydraulic when refueling the unit after transportation or storage. fluid escaping under pressure may have suffcient force to • Always follow the engine manual instructions for storage penetrate skin and cause serious injury. - Page 9 5105766 - Decal, Danger A. Part Number: 5103184 - Decal, Warning, Rotating Parts B. Part Number: 5105766 - Decal, Danger C. Part Number: 5106503 - Decal, Warning, Moving Parts A. Safety alert triangle. D. Part Number: 5106507 - Decal, Caution, Muffler Temp B. Go across slopes, not up and down. E.
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Page 10: Safety Alert Symbol And Signal Words
5106507 - Decal, Caution, Muffler Temp Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words The safety alert symbol ( ) is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. -
Page 11: Features And Controls
Features and Controls 5105767 - Decal, Foot Platform Spray Switch Instructional Decals 5105768 - Decal, Spray Toggle Valves 5105770 - Decal, Parking Brake 5106703 - Decal, Spinner Pump A. 5105761 - Decal, Spray Pressure Control B. 5105767 - Decal, Foot Platform Spray Switch SPINNER PUMP C. -
Page 12: Driving Controls
5106705 - Decal, Choke Throttle Lever The throttle lever controls the speed of the engine. Move the throttle lever forward to increase engine speed. Move the throttle lever rearward to decrease engine speed. Choke Lever The choke lever adjusts the choke setting on the engine for starting the engine under cold conditions. - Page 13 pump when pressure is applied. Remove pressure from the switch to turn off the spray pump. Spray Toggle Valves The spray toggle valves control which spray nozzles receive flow from the spray tank. The left toggle valve controls the left spray nozzle. The right toggle valve controls the right nozzle.
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Page 14: Operation
Operation 1. While standing on the operator's platform, engage the parking brake, make sure that the spreader/sprayer controls are turned OFF, and that the ground speed Before First Time Operation control levers are in the NEUTRAL position. • Be sure to read all information in the Operator 2. -
Page 15: Calibration
Calibration • A ruler or tape measure. • A method of recording the collection amounts. 2. Set the gate stop to a setting of 5. Spreader Flow Rate Calibration 3. Move the hopper gate control to the OPEN position (the The following instructions provide a method for adjusting the hopper must initially be empty). - Page 16 knob in will increase the system pressure and will increase the output from the tips. If the output from the nozzles is drastically different from the values listed below, there may be other problems with the system. Refer to the Troubleshooting section for more information.
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Page 17: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule UNIT MAINTENANCE Inspect the belts. Replace if necessary. The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your unit. You will need to keep a record of your operating Flush and clean spray tank. time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by Check the spray system output rate. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
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. Machine Does Not Start FAILURE MODE CAUSE OF PROBLEM... -
Page 19: Spraying System Operates Incorrectly
Spraying System Operates Incorrectly FAILURE MODE CAUSE OF PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Spraying pattern in uneven or spraying The spray nozzle tips are out of position. Ensure the spray nozzles are not system does not operate. damaged or that the nozzle mounting tab is not bent. -
Page 20: Specifications
Specifications Venture FS3100 Venture XC FS3200 Model Number: 5901754 5901755 Engine: Engine Model: 3564470632G1. RPM: Full speed: 3750 rpm (no load); Idle: 1400 rpm. Electrical System Charging system: 20/50A. Battery: U1 style. Electric engine start. Fuel System Capacity: 2.5 gallons (9.5 L).