Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment; Foot Pedal Adjustment; Rear Suspension Adjustment - Ferris 5901244 Operator's Manual

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Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment

The control levers can be adjusted in three ways. The alignment
of the control levers, the placement of the levers (how close the
ends are to one another) and the height of the levers can be
adjusted.
To Adjust the Handle Alignment
Loosen the mount bolts (A, Figure 22) and pivot the lever(s) (C)
to align with each other.
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To Adjust the Handle Placement
Loosen the jam nuts and adjust the placement bolt (B) in or out
to properly adjust the lever end spacing.
To Adjust the Handle Height
Remove the mounting hardware and reposition the handle either
up or down from its original position. You will need to readjust
the handle alignment as described above.

Foot Pedal Adjustment

The deck lift foot pedal can be adjusted to accommodate the
operator's height for optimal comfort.
To adjust pedal position:
1. Remove the foot pedal (A, Figure 23) from the pedal mount
tab (B).
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2. Remove the pedal mount hardware (C) and rotate the tab
180 degrees.
3. Reinstall the pedal mount hardware and tighten securely.
4. Reinstall the foot pedal on the pedal mount tab in the proper
orientation as shown in Figure 23.

Rear Suspension Adjustment

The shock assembly can be adjusted in two ways to 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.
Items to consider before adjusting the suspension.
• Less spring pre-load should be used with light weight
operators, which will provide a softer, more cushioned ride.
• More spring pre-load or upper mounting position #2 should
be used with heavy weight operators, or when a rear-mount
grass bagger system is installed, which will provide a stiffer,
more rigid ride.
To Adjust the Spring Pre-Load:
1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO,
stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
2. Raise the rear of the machine and secure with jackstands.
Chock the front wheels to prevent the machine from rolling.
3. Remove the rear drive tires.
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