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This warranty shall apply ONLY if the warranty registration form has been completed and returned to Ferris Industries, Inc. within 20 days from the date of delivery. Ferris Industries, Inc. (Ferris) warrants, in accordance with the provisions below, to the original purchaser for the period of twenty-four (24) months from the date of delivery of a Ferris mower that the mower is free from defects in material or workmanship.
Authorized Dealer for replacement parts, service, or information YOU MUST HAVE THESE NUMBERS. North American Models FERRIS FERRIS FERRIS INDUSTRIES, INC. FERRIS INDUSTRIES, INC. MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409 MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409 MADE IN THE USA MADE IN THE USA MODEL NO.
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of con- trol of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
Safety Rules & Information OPERATION • Never run an engine in an enclosed area. • Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. • Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine.
CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that chil- dren will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
Safety Decals GENERAL This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec- tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are...
Features & Controls of the Dual Drive Walk-Behind Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. A. Forward Speed Control Lever B.
D. Parking Brake Handle The parking brake is applied by pushing DOWN on the parking brake handle until it stops. To release the park- ing brake, pull UP on the handle until it locks over cen- ter. E. PTO (Power Take Off) Switch The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower.
Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY Before first time operation: • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower. • Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.
WARNING If you do not understand how a specific control functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now. Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL controls.
Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind MOWING Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in the Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service section. 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the motion control lever is in the NEUTRAL position. 2.
STORAGE Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, 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.
Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. SAFETY ITEMS Check Safety Interlock System Check Mower Blade Stopping Time NORMAL CARE ITEMS Check Rider/Mower for loose hardware Check Engine Oil Level...
CHECKING / ADDING FUEL To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (see A, Figure 2). 2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion. NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations.
Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION Lubricate the machine at the lubrication points shown in Figures 6 - 11. Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed. Not all greases are compatible. Ferris Red Grease (P/N 22285) is strongly recommended.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE Checking the Battery Fluid NOTE: It is not necessary to check the battery fluid level if machine is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. 1. Remove the battery box cover to access the battery. 2. Remove the battery filler cap(s) (A, Figure 12). Fluid must be even with the split ring full mark.
Regular Maintenance SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 2. Remove the deck guard. 3. Raise the mower deck and secure with jackstands. 4.
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 operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes and remedies.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Rider Troubleshooting Continued. PROBLEM Engine runs, but mower will not drive. Transmission drive belt slips. Brake will not hold. Mower steers hard or handles poorly. TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER DECK PROBLEM Mower cut is uneven. Mower cut is rough looking. Engine stalls easily with mower engaged.
MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The mowing height is determined by three factors: the mount position of the mower deck, the number of blade spacers above the spindle and the number of caster spacers above the caster arm. Refer to the Height Of Cut chart to the right for the cor- rect settings to obtain the desired height of cut.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT (DDSH Models only) 1. Make sure there is one spacer above and below the frame on the front caster shafts and place hairpin clips in the 2” cutting height position (see Figure 17). 2.
Shimming the Hanger Shafts Once it has been determined that a shim (P/N 20928) is required, you first must determine which rear hanger shaft requires the shim. The shim (A, Figure 20) must be placed in between the spacer (B, Figure 20) and the retaining collar (C, Figure 20) on the OPPOSITE side from which the front shaft has movement or slack (see Figure 21).
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. PTO Clutch to Deck Belt 1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key.
MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (DDSH Models only) To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. 1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. 1. Remove the deck drive belt. See MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT sections. 2. Remove the grass screen that covers the transmis- sion cooling fans.
TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL & TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS Neutral Adjustment 1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor, away from bystanders and prefer- ably facing a wall. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE The hydrostatic transmissions are sealed units that require no maintenance other than the following. • Keep the grass screen and transmission cooling fins clear or grass, leaves and debris. • Keep oil level in the reservoirs (A, Figure 30) at the “FULL”...
Figure 32. PTO Clutch Adjustment Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown) Adjustment Nut PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 50 hour break-in period and then after every 250 hours of opera- tion. Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage, or if a new clutch has been installed.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service BATTERY SERVICE WARNING Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the gasses coming from it are highly explosive. Ventilate the battery well during charging. Checking Battery Voltage A voltmeter can be used to determine condition of bat- tery.
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THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES Starter Switch Starting Vehicle Battery To Ground MAKE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 34. Jump Starting WARNING Any procedure other than the preceding could result in: (1) personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vents, (2) personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion, (3) damage to the charging system of the...
Common Replacement Parts & Accessories COMMON REPLACEMENT PARTS Listed below are parts numbers for the more common replacement parts. Use only genuine Ferris replace- ment parts to assure optimum performance and safety. 48” Deck Belt (PTO to Spindle)...21723 48” Deck Belt (Spindle) ...20873 48”...
GENERAL INFORMATION Proper mowing is an important part of maintaining your lawn in the best possible condition. A healthy and well maintained lawn is better able to resist drought, weeds, and other stresses. But too much maintenance is as detrimental to your lawn as neglect. Proper care for your lawn involves more than just “cutting the grass.”...
Lawn Care & Mowing Information HOW HIGH TO MOW THE GRASS Often cutting height is a matter of personal prefer- ence. Typically, you should mow the grass when it is is between three and five inches high. The proper cutting height range for a specific lawn will depend upon several factors, including the type of grass,...
WHAT MOWING PATTERNS TO USE Always start mowing on a smooth, level area. The size and type of area to be mowed will determine the best mowing pattern to use. Obstructions such as trees, fences and buildings, and conditions such as slopes and grades must also be considered.
Lawn Care & Mowing Information MOWING METHODS Proper Broadcast Mowing Broadcasting, or side-discharging, disperses fine clip- pings evenly over the entire lawn. Many golf courses use this method. Your mower has a deep dish deck to allow freer circulation of clippings so they are broadcast evenly over the lawn.
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TIPS On Dealing With Clippings Clippings are beneficial to your lawn. A common mis- conception about clippings is that they automatically lead to thatch—this is untrue. Short clippings produced by broadcasting and clippings produced by mulching methods actually contribute to a healthy lawn because they: COMPOSTING The best way to recycle excess clippings and leave your...
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Lawn Care & Mowing Information SOLUTIONS FOR COMMON MOWING PROBLEMS Streaking Streaking is when thin strips of uncut grass are left behind the mower. Streaking is usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance. CAUSE Blades are not sharp Blades are worn down too far Engine speed is too slow Ground speed is too fast...
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Uneven Cutting Uneven cutting is waviness or smooth troughs in the lawn surface. Uneven cutting is usually caused by mower deck damage or misadjustment. CAUSE Deck is not leveled correctly Blades are dull or worn Blades are damaged Deck is clogged with grass clippings Deck shell is damaged Mower spindle is bent or loose Blades are installed incorrectly...
Common International Symbols Choke Fast (Throttle) Slow (Throttle) Throttle Fuel Technical Manuals Additional Technical Literature Available Operators Manuals Additional copies of this manual are available, (and as part of our product support commitment, we maintain a stock of printed operators manuals going back many years!) Parts Manuals Fully illustrated parts manuals are also available —...