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Ferris IS1500Z Series Operator's Manual

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Model No.: Description
5900832
IS1500ZKAV2552 AUS/NZ
5900833
IS1500ZKAV2552
5900836
IS1500ZKAV2552 CAL
5900877
IS1500ZKAV2048
5900576
IS1500ZKAV1948
5900589
IS1500ZB2648
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.
5375 North Main Street
Munnsville, NY 13409
800-933-6175
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
IS1500Z Series
Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Horsepower
Deck Size
25HP
52" Side Discharge
25HP
52" Side Discharge
25HP
52" Side Discharge
20HP
48" Side Discharge
19HP
48" Side Discharge
26HP
48" Side Discharge
Serial Number:
All
All
All
2014744586 & Above
All
All
5102059
Revision G

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS1500Z Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Model No.: Description Horsepower Deck Size Serial Number: 5900832 IS1500ZKAV2552 AUS/NZ 25HP 52” Side Discharge 5900833 IS1500ZKAV2552 25HP 52” Side Discharge 5900836 IS1500ZKAV2552 CAL 25HP 52” Side Discharge 5900877 IS1500ZKAV2048 20HP 48” Side Discharge 2014744586 &...

  • Page 2: Identification Numbers

    Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Ferris product. 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Regular Maintenance ........24 Operator Safety ..........2 Maintenance Schedule .........24 Safety Decals ............11 Checking Tire Pressures ........25 Safety Interlock System ........12 Checking/Adding Fuel ...........25 USA Safety Icons ..........12 Fuel Filter ..............25 Features & Controls ......... 13 Oil &...

  • 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 temporarily clear a low overhanging obstacle) and...
  • 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, 5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other trees or other objects that may obscure vision. attachments. These can change the stability of 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, the unit.
  • Page 10 Operator Safety EMISSIONS where there is an open flame, such as in a water heater. Allow unit to cool before storing. 1. Engine exhaust from this product contains 5. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
  • Page 11 Operator Safety leaks. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections To maintain operator roll over protection and roll bar are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in effectiveness: good condition before applying pressure to the • If a ROLL BAR becomes damaged for any reason, system.
  • 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: 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 necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important...

  • Page 14: Safety Interlock System

    Operator Safety USA Safety Icons Safety Interlock System Read the Open Flame Alert Toxic Fumes Manual Hazard 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.

  • Page 15: Features & Controls

    Features & Controls Features and Controls Figure 1. Control Locations 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.
  • Page 16 Features & Controls Parking Brake Fuel Tank Cap To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. DISENGAGE Releases the parking brake. Fuel Level Gauge ENGAGE Locks the parking brake. Displays the fuel level in the tank. Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake.

  • Page 17: Operation

    Operation General Operating Safety Checks Before Starting Before first time operation: • Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and instructions and oil recommendations. Operation sections before attempting to operate •...

  • Page 18: Starting The Engine

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

  • Page 19: Zero Turn Driving Practice

    Operation Zero-Turn Driving Practice Smooth Travel The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are The lever controls of responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and the Zero Turn rider are efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and responsive.

  • Page 20: 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 one lever back from neutral simultaneously.

  • Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 recuts clippings into tiny particles and which then less than 200 lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with a blows them down INTO the lawn.

  • Page 24: Raise & Lower The Roll Bar

    Operation Raise & Lower the Roll Bar To lower the roll bar: 1. Pull the hair pin clips (A, Figure 13) 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 25: Storage

    Operation Storage WARNING Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes gasoline, so never store the unit indoors or in any may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light other area where fuel vapor could travel to any...

  • Page 26: Regular Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Schedule 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 elapsed time recorded by the hour meter.

  • Page 27: Checking Tire Pressures

    Regular Maintenance Check Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The Tire Pressure pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.

  • Page 28: Oil & Filter Change

    Regular Maintenance Change Oil & Filter 1. Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to the engine operator’s manual for oil & filter replacement instructions.) 2. Remove the oil drain hose (A, Figure 15) from the cable clamp (C) on the right-hand side of the frame and route the hose towards the rear of the machine as shown in Figure 15.

  • Page 29: Hydraulic Oil Filter Change

    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 (E, Figure 17) at the rear of the battery compartment under the seat.

  • Page 30: Lubrication

    Regular Maintenance Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 18 through 21 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks • mower deck spindles • mower deck idler arm Use grease fittings when present.

  • Page 31: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Regular Maintenance Servicing the Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blade CAUTION Avoid injury. Mower blades are sharp. • Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. 1. To remove the mower blade, wedge a wooden block between the mower blade and the mower deck housing to keep the blade from turning and remove the mower blade mounting bolt with a 15/16”...
  • Page 32 Regular Maintenance Sharpening the Mower Blades CAUTION Avoid injury. Mower blades are sharp. • Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. • Always wear safety eye protection when grinding 1. Sharpen the mower blade with a grinder, hand file, Figure 25.

  • Page 33: Seat Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Seat Adjustment See Figure 28. The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever towards the left, 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 34: Parking Brake Adjustment

    Figure 31. 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. www.ferrisindustries.com...

  • Page 35: Rear Suspension Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Rear Suspension Adjustment POSITION #1 POSITION #2 The shock assembly can be adjusted in two ways to (FACTORY SET) allow the operator to customize the ride according to operator’s weight and/or operating conditions. You have the option of adjusting the spring pre-load and/ or the upper mounting position.

  • Page 36: Return To Neutral Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Return-to-Neutral Adjustment To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine. 2. Move the ground speed control levers into the operating position, pull levers rearward and release.

  • Page 37: Mowing Height Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Mowing Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 35) 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 38: Deck Leveling Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Deck Leveling 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 15 psi (1,03 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar). 2.
  • Page 39 Regular Maintenance CAUTION Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when handling blades or working near blades. 10. See Figure 41. Position the outside mower blades so they face front-to-back. 11. Measure the front tip of the blade from the cutting edge to the ground.

  • Page 40: Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement

    Regular Maintenance Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacment 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 REPLACEMENT for removal instructions).

  • Page 41: Mower Belt Replacement

    Regular Maintenance Mower Belt Replacement 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 42 Regular Maintenance Check the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring Length 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. 2.

  • Page 43: Battery Service

    Regular Maintenance Battery Service battery is fully charged when the cells are gassing freely at low charging rate and less than 0.003 change in specific gravity occurs over a three hour WARNING period. Keep open flames and sparks away from the Jump Starting With Auxiliary (Booster) Battery battery;...
  • Page 44 Regular Maintenance THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES Starter Starter Switch Switch Jumper Cable Starting Discharged Vehicle Vehicle Battery Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block MAKE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 46. Jump Starting WARNING WARNING Any procedure other than the preceding could For your personal safety, use extreme care result in: when jump starting.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service

    Troubleshooting 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 46: Troubleshooting The Mower

    Troubleshooting Rider Troubleshooting Continued. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Hydraulic release valve(s) in Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. “open” position. Engine runs but rider will not Belt is broken. See Drive Belt Replacement drive. Drive belt slips. See problem and cause below. Brake is not fully engaged.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades. 2. Blades are worn down too far. 2. Replace your blades. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at FULL throttle. 4.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE: (S/N: 2014295182 - 2015250504) (Pump) PK-3HBQ-FV1F-XXXX (#5102174) 19HP* Kawasaki (Wheel Motor) HGM-15C-4026 (#5100877) Make Kawasaki (Pump) PK-3KBQ-FV1F-XXXX (#5102175) Model FS600V-DS00-S (Wheel Motor) HGM-15C-4026 (#5100877) Horsepower 19 @ 3600 rpm Displacement...

  • Page 49: Slope Identification Guide

    ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE (TREE, POLE, FENCE POST, BUILDING, ETC)
  • Page 50 Notes...
  • Page 51 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 52 OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS1500Z Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC. 5375 North Main Street Munnsville, NY 13409 800-933-6175 www.ferrisindustries.com...

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