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Ferris IS2100Z Series Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parking Brake Adjustment..........30 Table of Contents: Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment........31 Products Covered by This Manual........3 Deck Leveling Adjustment..........32 Identification Tag Location...........3 Deck Lift Assist Springs..........33 Product Identification Tag (Stamped).........3 Mower Belt Replacement..........33 Operator Safety..............3 Transmission Drive Belt Replacement......35 Safety Decals..............10 Suspension Adjustment..........36 Safety Icons..............11 Battery Maintenance............36...

  • Page 3: Products Covered By This Manual

    Copyright © Briggs & Stratton Corporation, Milwaukee, WI, USA. Unit Serial Number: All rights reserved. Mower Deck Model Number: (if applicable) Ferris is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, Mower Deck Serial Number: (if applicable) Dealer Name: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.

  • Page 4: Operator Safety

    Read the Manual Operator Safety WARNING U.S.A. Models: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. WARNING The operator’s manual contains important safety information Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State as DURING operation.
  • Page 5 and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater attempt to alter or bypass the system. See your dealer than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees). immediately if the system does not pass all the safety interlock system tests found in this manual.
  • Page 6 Fuel and Maintenance • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. Preparation Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove •...

  • Page 7: Slope Operation

    • Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades when not Slope Operation mowing. Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes • Never operate with guards not securely in place. Be sure require extra caution.
  • Page 8 Towed Equipment (Ride-On Units) • Use only approved gasoline containers. • Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine • Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. towing.
  • Page 9 • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. and wait until it is cool. Even then, use extreme care when Repair, if necessary, before restarting. removing the cap. • Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained Roll Bar Instructions personnel to service machine.

  • Page 10: Safety Decals

    and operator, is not in excess of the maximum weight compromised through normal machine use, misuse, age specified on the ROLL BAR label. degradation, modifications, or a roll over. If the seat belt does not pass all of the following tests, it should be replaced. 2) Make sure there isn’t any missing, damaged, or loose •...

  • Page 11: Safety Icons

    Part No.: 5103595 - Decal, Main Safety Part No.: 5061245 - Decal, Pinch Point Safety Icons Qty: 2 - Models w/ 61" Decks; Qty: 1 - Models w/ 52" Decks Part No.: 7101665 - Decal, Danger Part No.: 5103184 - Decal, Warning Part No.: 51004082 - Decal, Part No.: 5100405 - Decal, Warning, FLDG RL BR...

  • Page 12: Safety Alert Symbol And Signal Words

    Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words WARNING The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not operate it. See hazard. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is your authorized dealer. Under no circumstance should you used with the alert symbol to designate a degree or level of attempt to defeat the purpose of safety interlock system.
  • Page 13 Deck Lift Lock Lever Parking Brake: Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake. Move the lever fully forward to disengage the parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake must be engaged. Disengage Releases the parking brake. Engage Locks the parking brake.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Fast throttle speed. WARNING Slow throttle speed. • Never operate on slopes greater than 15°. • Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope. Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a rear-mounted grass catcher. Choke: Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke •...

  • Page 15: Starting The Engine - Carbureted Models

    • Check the hydraulic oil level. 3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to START position. Release switch as soon as engine starts. If starter • Make sure that the fuel selector valve in an "ON" position. does not turn engine over, shut off key switch immediately, and consult engine operator's manual.
  • Page 16 Reverse Travel Practice LOOK DOWN & BEHIND, then gradually move both ground speed control levers evenly BACK from neutral. Slow down and repeat. NOTE: Practice backing up for several minutes before attempting to do so near objects. The rider turns sharply in FIRST place your hands onto the levers as shown.

  • Page 17: Mowing

    As you become more familiar and experienced with operating the Zero Turn rider, you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable. Remember, the more you practice, the better your control of the Zero Turn will be! Mowing 1.
  • Page 18 • Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry. Late afternoon or early evening often provide these ideal mowing conditions. • Avoid mowing after rain or even heavy dew, and never mulch when the grass is wet (moist grass does not mulch well, and clumps beneath the mower deck).

  • Page 19: Pushing The Rider By Hand

    growth, and often wetter conditions are more suitable for broadcasting (side-discharging) or grass bagging operation. Engine Speed & Ground Speed for Mulching: Use full engine throttle matched with a slow ground speed so that clippings will be finely cut. Ground speed while mulching should be HALF of the speed that would be used when broadcasting (side discharging) under similar conditions.

  • Page 20: Raise And Lower The Roll Bar

    3. Disengage the parking brake. The zero-turn rider can now 2. Push or pull the top of the roll bar (C) forward against the be pushed by hand. spring clips (D) and remove the retainer pins (B). 4. After moving the zero-turn rider, re-engage the 3.

  • Page 21: Storage

    • If the unit can’t be stored on a reasonable level surface, chock the wheels. • Clean all grass and dirt from the mower. Long Term Storage (Longer Than 30 Days) Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section, then perform the following steps: 1.

  • Page 22: Maintenance Schedule

    5. See engine owner’s manual and follow all instructions for Maintenance Procedures preparing engine after storage. 6. Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if necessary. Checking / Adding Fuel If any condensation has developed during storage, drain crankcase oil and refill. WARNING 7.

  • Page 23: Check Engine Oil Level

    Fuel Injected Models: The fuel filter is located in the fuel line 2. Remove the oil drain hose (F) from its storage position and between the fuel tank and fuel pump. route the hose so that when the oil drain cap is removed the oil can be drained into a small pan.

  • Page 24: Check / Fill Transmission Oil Level

    NOTE: Removing the oil filter from the transmission will drain the oil reservoir. Have a suitable container ready to catch any spilled oil. The manufacturer recommends this be a dealer-only service item. 1. Locate the hydraulic oil filter (A, Figure 24) on the side of the transaxle.

  • Page 25: Lubricate The Front Casters

    Grease front caster wheel axles & yokes deck lift pivot blocks mower deck spindles mower deck idler arm transmission cradle pivot points Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed. Not all greases are compatible.

  • Page 26: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Inspecting the Mower Blades DANGER Thrown objects hazard Avoid injury: a worn or damaged mower blade can break and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator's area or bystander's area resulting in serious personal injury or death.

  • Page 27: Seat Adjustment

    Sharpening the Mower Blades WARNING Thrown objects and fire hazard Grinding mower blades throws sparks and fine metal particles that are capable of igniting gasoline and gasoline vapors, and that can injure unprotected eyes. Be sure all flammable materials are cleared from the area where grinding will occur.

  • Page 28: Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment

    Speed Balancing Adjustment If the rider veers to the right or left when the ground speed control levers are in the maximum forward position, the top speed of each of these levers can be balanced by turning the adjustment bolt(s) (A, Figure 37). Only adjust the speed of the wheel that is traveling faster.

  • Page 29: Foot Pedal Adjustment

    1. Depress the deck lift foot pedal (B) until it locks into the 5” (12,7 cm) position. 2. Place the cutting height adjustment pin in the desired cutting height. 3. Depress the deck lift foot pedal then push the lock lever (C) towards the right to release the lock.

  • Page 30: Return-To-Neutral Adjustment

    5. Move the ground speed control levers out towards the 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off neutral position. the engine. • if the ground speed control lever aligns with the notch 2. There are two nuts (B) on the linkage rod. Loosen the nuts in the neutral lock plate, adjustment is complete.

  • Page 31: Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment

    3. With the parking brake engaged measure the compressed spring length. The spring should measure 2-3/4" (7 cm) when compressed. 4. If the spring length does not equal the measurement, the spring length will need to be adjusted. 5. Disengage the parking brake. 6.

  • Page 32: Coarse Adjustment

    height adjustment pin in the 3” (7.6 cm) position to hold in Determining if the Deck Leveling Needs to Be place. Adjusted 3. Block up the mower deck until all hanger chains are slack. 4. To adjust the inner lift rod (A, Figure 46): Loosen the jam WARNING nut (B) on the front ball joint (C) then remove the 1/2”...

  • Page 33: Fine Adjustment

    Although it is fastened with a multi-position anchor, this is not an adjustment point. Do NOT attempt to adjust the spring length or lifting performance will be compromised. Mower Belt Replacement NOTICE To avoid damaging belts, do not pry over pulleys. 1.

  • Page 34: Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring Length

    • For 52" Models: Carefully rotate the breaker bar 4. Slide the drive belt over the edge of the rear stationary idler counter-clockwise and install the belt on the rear pulley (B, Figures 50 & 51). Carefully release the tension stationary idler pulley.

  • Page 35: Transmission Drive Belt Replacement

    Adjusting the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring Length 1. Loosen the jam nut (C, Figure 54) on the eye bolt (D). 2. Turn the adjustment nut (E) until the measurement as indicated in the chart is achieved. 3. Re-tighten the jam nut. 4.

  • Page 36: Suspension Adjustment

    10. Re-install the clutch anchor pad to the PTO clutch and • Shock mounting position #3 should always be used when secure using the hardware previously removed. Reconnect a rear mounted grass collection system is installed on the the wire harness to the PTO clutch. unit.

  • Page 37: Battery Service

    A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may not mean the battery needs to be replaced. For example, it may WARNING mean that the alternator is not charging the battery properly. If Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery. there is any doubt about the cause of the problem, see your dealer.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    8. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery. Wait a few minutes, then attempt to start the engine of the vehicle WARNING with the discharged battery. For your personal safety, use extreme care when jump 9. If the vehicle does not start after cranking for ten (10) starting.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

    Problem: Engine will not turnover or start. Problem: Unit drive belt slips. Wiring loose or broken. Visually check wiring & replace broken Belt stretched or worn Replace belt. or frayed wires. Tighten loose connections. Problem: Brake will not hold. Solenoid or starter motor faulty. See authorized service dealer.

  • Page 40: Specifications

    Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problem: Uneven Cutting Problems Cause Remedy Deck is not leveled correctly. Level the deck correctly. Problem: Streaking Blades are dull or worn. Sharpen or replace the blades. Blades are damaged. Replace the blades. Deck is clogged with grass clippings. Clean out the deck.

  • Page 41: Warranty

    28 Gross HP* Briggs & Stratton EFI Fuel Tank 11 gallons (41.6 L) total Capacity Oil Capacity 2.1 qt. (2.0 L) w/ filter Rear Wheels Fits models: 5901304 Tire Size (Models 23 x 9.5 - 12 with 52" Decks) 29/27 Gross HP¹ Kohler EFI Tire Size (Models 23 X 10.5 - 12 Make...
  • Page 42 . Liability for ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY incidental or consequential damages are excluded to the Warranty service is available only through Ferris Authorized extent exclusion is permitted by law. Some states or countries Service Dealers. This warranty only covers defects in materials do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or workmanship.
  • Page 43 Notes...

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