Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems; Specifications - Ferris 5900832 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting Common Cutting
Problems
Problem: Streaking
Cause
Blades are not sharp.
Blades are worn down too far.
Engine speed is too slow.
Ground speed is too fast.
Deck is plugged with grass.
Not overlapping cutting rows enough.
Not overlapping enough when turning.
Problem: Scalping
Cause
Lawn is uneven or bumpy.
Mower deck cutting height is set too
low.
Ground speed is too fast.
Deck is not leveled correctly.
Tire pressure is low or uneven.
Problem: Stepped Cutting
Cause
Deck is not leveled correctly.
Tires are not properly inflated.
Blades are damaged.
Deck shell is damaged.
Mower spindle is bent or loose.
Blades are installed incorrectly.
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Remedy
Sharpen your blades.
Replace your blades.
Always mow at full throttle.
Slow down.
Clean out the mower.
Overlap your cutting rows
When turning your effective cutting
width decreases–overlap more when
turning.
Remedy
Roll or level the lawn.
Raise the cutting height.
Slow down.
Correctly level the deck.
Check and inflate the tires.
Remedy
Level the deck correctly.
Check and inflate the tires.
Replace the blades.
Repair or replace the deck.
Repair or replace the spindle.
Reinstall the blades correctly.
Problem: Uneven Cutting
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.
Tires are not properly inflated.
Problem: Stingers
Cause
Blades are not sharp or nicked.
Blades are worn down too far.
Engine speed is too slow.
Ground speed is too fast.
Deck is plugged with grass.

Specifications

Specifications
NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are
subject to change without notice.
ENGINE
Fits models 5900576
18.5 Gross HP† Kawasaki
Make Kawasaki
Model FS600V-DS00-S
Displacement 36.8 Cu. in (603 cc)
Electrical System 12 volt, 15 amp charging coil; Battery: 340 cca
Oil Capacity 1.8 US qt. (1.7 L) w/ filter
Fits models 5900877
20 Gross HP† Kawasaki
Make Kawasaki
Model FX600V-BS06-R
Displacement 36.8 Cu. in (603 cc)
Electrical System 12 volt, 15 amp charging coil; Battery: 340 cca
Oil Capacity 1.8 US qt. (1.7 L) w/ filter
Remedy
Level the deck correctly.
Sharpen or replace the blades.
Replace the blades.
Clean out the deck.
Repair or replace the deck.
Repair or replace the spindle.
Reinstall the blades correctly.
Check and inflate the tires.
Remedy
Sharpen your blades.
Replace your blades.
Always mow at full throttle.
Slow down.
Clean out the mower.
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