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Ferris IS2000Z Diesel Operator's Manual

Is2000z diesel series zero-turn riding mower
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5900627
5901192
5901191
5900628
5901187
5901188
5901189
5901190
Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group
5375 North Main Street
Munnsville, NY 13409
800-933-6175
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
IS2000Z Diesel Series
Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Ferris IS2000ZY20D48, 20HP, 48" Cut Side Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Ferris IS2000ZY20D48R, 20HP, 48" Cut Rear Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Ferris IS2000ZY20D52, 20HP, 52" Cut Side Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Ferris IS2000ZY20D52R, 20HP, 52" Cut Rear Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Simplicity IS2000ZY20D48, 20HP, 48" Cut Side Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Simplicity IS2000ZY20D48R, 20HP, 48" Cut Rear Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Simplicity IS2000ZY20D52, 20HP, 52" Cut Side Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Simplicity IS2000ZY20D52R, 20HP, 52" Cut Rear Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower
5100883
Revision 01
Rev. Date: 8/2007
TP 100-7313-01-2D-FS

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  • Page 1 IS2000Z Diesel Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Model Number: Description 5900627 Ferris IS2000ZY20D48, 20HP, 48” Cut Side Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower 5901192 Ferris IS2000ZY20D48R, 20HP, 48” Cut Rear Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower 5901191 Ferris IS2000ZY20D52, 20HP, 52” Cut Side Discharge Zero-Turn Riding Mower 5900628 Ferris IS2000ZY20D52R, 20HP, 52”...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Ferris and Simplicity brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your product will provide many years of dependable service.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Operator Safety ...........2 Identification Numbers ..........11 Safety Decals ............12 Safety Icons ............13 Safety Interlock System ........14 Features & Controls ..........15 Control Functions..........15 Operation ............17 General ..............17 Checks Before Starting .........17 Priming The Fuel System........18 Starting the Engine ..........19 Stopping the Rider ..........19 Pushing the Rider by Hand........19 Zero Turn Driving Practice ........20...

  • Page 4: Operator Safety

    Operator Safety Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself.

  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    Operator Safety Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees).
  • Page 6 Operator Safety Roll Bar Use Keep the roll bar in the raised position and fasten the seat belt. There is no roll over protection when the roll bar is down! Do not jump off if the mower tips (it is safer to be secured by the seat belt with the roll bar raised.) Lower the roll bar only when necessary (such as to...
  • Page 7 Operator Safety Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing. Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable. Do not smoke while operating or refueling. Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running.
  • Page 8 Operator Safety Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control 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.
  • Page 9 Operator Safety 23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, Do Not trees or other objects that may obscure vision. 1. Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, tires lose traction (i.e.
  • Page 10 Operator Safety SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE mufflers, and engine to prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use 10. Let engine cool before storing and do not store extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is near flame.
  • Page 11 Operator Safety 27. Models equipped with an engine radiator: • Never alter the ROLL BAR by welding anything to WARNING: Stored energy device. To prevent it or by drilling additional holes. serious bodily injury from hot coolant or steam • BEFORE FIRST TIME USE - Inspect the ROLL blow-out, never attempt to remove the radiator cap BAR structure and mounting hardware for: while the engine is running.
  • Page 12 Operator Safety WARNING INSPECT BUCKLE & LATCH Failure to properly inspect and maintain the seat belt can cause serious injury or death. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLL BAR SEAT BELT • The seat belt like the ROLL BAR, needs to be periodically inspected to verify that the integrity has not been compromised through normal machine use, misuse, age degradation,...

  • Page 13: Identification Numbers

    Operator Safety IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS Mfg. No. xxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Tractor S/N xxxxxxxxxx Identification BRIGGS & STRATTON CORP. YARD POWER PRODUCTS GROUP x.xx MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409, USA xxxx 20xx MODEL DISPLACEMENT ENGINE NO. Engine Identification YANMAR DIESEL ENGINE YANMAR CO. LTD. MADE IN JAPAN Figure 1.

  • Page 14: Safety Decals

    Operator Safety SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide 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 5101233 necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety...

  • Page 15: Safety Icons

    Operator Safety SAFETY ICONS Warning: Read Operator’s Danger: Carbon Monoxide Manual. Poisoning. Read and understand the Do not operate the engine in an Operator’s Manual before using unventilated area. this machine. Warning: Avoid Serious Injury or Danger: Thrown Objects. Death from Roll Over This machine is capable of Keep roll bar in the raised position throwing objects and debris.

  • Page 16: Safety Interlock System

    Operator Safety SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly. Operational SAFETY Checks Test 1 —...

  • Page 17: Features & Controls

    Features and Controls FEATURES AND CONTROLS CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. Ground Speed Levers Ignition Switch These levers control the ground speed of the rider.

  • Page 18: Features And Controls

    Features and Controls PTO (Power Take Off) Switch Glow Plug Indicator The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Lamp that indicates that the glow plugs are heating. Pull UP on the switch to engage the mower, and push Hold the ignition key in the “HEAT” position until DOWN to disengage the mower.

  • Page 19: Operation

    Operation GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY WARNING Before first time operation: Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and percent (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 Operation sections before attempting to operate cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.

  • Page 20: Priming The Fuel System

    Operation PRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEM Priming the fuel system removes any air bubbles from the fuel system. WARNING Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire. To help prevent possible injury, turn the ignition switch off when changing fuel filter or water separator element.

  • Page 21: Starting The Engine

    Operation PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND WARNING DO NOT TOW RIDER If you do not understand how a specific control Towing the unit will cause hydraulic pump functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the and wheel motor damage. Do not use FEATURES &...

  • Page 22: Zero Turn Driving Practice

    Operation ZERO TURN Smooth Travel DRIVING PRACTICE The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive. responsive. Learning how to gain smooth, efficient The BEST method of control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and turning handling the ground movements will take some practice.

  • Page 23: Advanced Driving

    Operation Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one return back toward neutral. Repeat several times. ground speed control lever forward from neutral and the other lever back from neutral simultaneously.

  • Page 24: Mowing

    Operation MOWING 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the motion control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position, and the operator is on the seat. 2. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE). 3. Set the mower cutting height. 4.

  • Page 25: Mowing Methods

    Operation When and How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: 1. Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high.

  • Page 26: Attaching A Trailer

    Operation Proper Mulching ATTACHING A TRAILER Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less recuts clippings into tiny particles and then blows than 200 lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with a them down INTO the lawn.

  • Page 27: Raise & Lower The Roll Bar

    Operation RAISE & LOWER THE ROLL BAR To lower the roll bar: 1. Pull the hair pin clips (A, Figure 15) out of the retainer pins (B). 2. Push or pull the top of the roll bar (C) forward against the rubber stops (D) and remove the retainer pins (B).

  • Page 28: Storage

    Operation STORAGE WARNING Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Never store the unit, with diesel fuel in engine Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some fuel, so or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, never store the unit indoors or in any other area where poorly ventilated enclosures.

  • Page 29: Regular Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the hour meter. Before Every Every...

  • Page 30: Checking/Adding Fuel

    Regular Maintenance CHECKING / ADDING FUEL Diesel Fuel Specification Location No. 2-D, No. 1-D, ASTM D975-94 To add fuel: EN590:96 European Union NOTE: Refer to the Diesel Fuel Specification Chart ISO 8217 DMX International (Figure 17) for specific fuel recommendations. BS2869-A1 or A2 United Kingdom 1.
  • Page 31 Regular Maintenance To Replace the Fuel Filter: 1. Turn the engine off, set the parking brake, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Allow the engine and surrounding areas to cool to room temperature. 3.

  • Page 32: Service Air Filter

    Regular Maintenance SERVICE AIR FILTER Removal of air filter elements: 1. Unfasten the two retaining clamps and remove the cover (A, Figure 22) from the air cleaner housing (D). 2. Remove the primary element (B) and the secondary element (C) from the air cleaner housing by pulling them out.
  • Page 33 Regular Maintenance To change the engine oil and filter: SAE 10W 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. SAE 20W 2. Start the engine and bring it up to operating temperature. SAE 10W-30 3. Stop the engine. SAE 15W-40 4.

  • Page 34: Check Hydraulic Oil Level

    NOTE: Removing the oil filter from the filter base will drain the oil reservoir. Have a suitable container ready to catch any spilled oil. Ferris recommends this be a dealer-only service item. 1. Locate the transmission oil filter (A, Figure 27).

  • Page 35: Check Engine Coolant Level

    Regular Maintenance CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL WARNING The engine coolant level and quality should be PRESSURIZED SYSTEM checked before each use, when the engine is cool Hot coolant can cause serious burns. Never and off. open the radiator cap. Wait until the engine is The cooling system is a closed type.

  • Page 36: Clean Radiator & Screen

    Regular Maintenance Change Engine Coolant cont'd. 7. Run the engine until it is at operating temperature. Check the level of engine coolant in the reserve tank. When the engine is running and the engine coolant is at normal temperature, the coolant level in the tank should be at the FULL (HOT) (D, Figure 28) mark.

  • Page 37: Lubrication

    Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts Pivots to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed. Not all greases are compatible. Ferris Red Grease (p/n 5022285) is recommended, automotive-type high-temperature, lithium grease may be used when this is not available.

  • Page 38: Battery Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance BATTERY MAINTENANCE NOTE: This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery. Cleaning the Battery and Cables. 1. Remove the floor pan mounting hardware (C, Figure 36) and remove the floor pan (D) to expose the battery. 2. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative (black) cable first (B).

  • Page 39: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Regular Maintenance SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in the following steps. 2. To remove blade for sharpening, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft while removing the blade mounting bolt with a 15/16”...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or on the tractor or mower only when the engine constant use may eventually require that service be is stopped and the parking brake engaged.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting The Mower

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service RIDER TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valve(s) 1. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. not drive. in “open” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking. 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades. 2. Blades are worn down to far. 2. Replace your blades. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at full throttle. 4.

  • Page 43: Seat Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service SEAT ADJUSTMENT See Figure 40. The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever forward, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position. GROUND SPEED CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT The control levers can be adjusted in three ways.

  • Page 44: Neutral Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT If the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in NEUTRAL, then it may be necessary to adjust the linkage rod. NOTE: Perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 1.

  • Page 45: Parking Brake Adjustment

    Figure 45. Parking Brake Adjustment A. Brake Spring Do not adjust the spring to be shorter than B. Adjustment Nut 1-15/16” (4,9 cm) when compressed. This may damage the brake mechanism. If this does not correct the braking problem, see your Ferris dealer.

  • Page 46: Rear Suspension Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT The shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the To adjust the upper mounting position: amount of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the operator to maintain the ride height.

  • Page 47: Mowing Height Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 47) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is adjustable between 1-3/4” (4,4 cm) and 5” (12,7 cm) in 1/4” (0,64 cm) increments. 1. Depress the deck lift foot pedal (B) until it locks into the 5”...

  • Page 48: Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service DECK LIFT ROD TIMING Inner Rod ADJUSTMENT 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to 18 psi (1,24 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar). 2.

  • Page 49: Deck Leveling Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake.

  • Page 50: Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service HYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 1. Park the tractor 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. 2. Remove the PTO drive belt (see MOWER BELT 8 3/8”...

  • Page 51: Mower Belt Replacement

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT 52” Deck To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. 1. Park the tractor 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.

  • Page 52: Battery Service

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service BATTERY SERVICE the specific gravity of a cell once per hour. The battery is fully charged when the cells are gassing freely at low charging rate and less than 0.003 WARNING change in specific gravity occurs over a three hour period.
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Figure 58. Jump Starting WARNING WARNING Any procedure other than the preceding could For your personal safety, use extreme care result in: when jump starting. Never expose battery to open flame or electric spark – battery action (1) personal injury caused by electrolyte generates hydrogen gas which is flammable squirting out the battery vents,...

  • Page 54: Specifications

    Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE: CHASSIS: Fuel Tank Capacity: 11 Gallons (41.6 L) Total Yanmar Rear Wheels Tire Size: 22 x 10.00 -10 (52” Deck) Tire Size: 22 x 11.00 -10 (61” Deck) Make Yanmar Inflation Pressure: 15 psi (1,03 bar)
  • Page 55 Ferris dealer during the warranty period. Ferris' obligation under this limited warranty is, at Ferris' option, to repair or replace any part or parts of the mower, which, in the judgment of Ferris, are found to be defective and covered by this limited warranty.

  • Page 56: Product Specifications

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS2000Z Diesel Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Product Specifications: Common Service Parts: ENGINE: BELTS AND BLADES: TRACTOR Yanmar Diesel Pump Drive Belt 5100555 Make Yanmar Model 2V750V 48” MOWER DECK Oil Capacity 2.4 US pt. (2.27 L) Deck Drive Belt...

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