Check Engine Oil Level; Changing The Engine Oil And Filter; Engine Maintenance; Inspect Muffler And Spark Arrester - Ferris IS700Z series Operator's Manual

Fuel Injected Models: The fuel filter is located in the fuel line
between the fuel tank and fuel pump.
If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Place a container below the filter to catch spilled fuel.
3. Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps from fuel filter.
4. Remove hoses from filter.
5. Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line.
6. Secure with hose clamps.
7. Reconnect the negative battery cable when finished.

Check Engine Oil Level

Interval: Before Each Use
Refer to the engine owners manual for dipstick and oil fill
locations and specific engine oil check and fill procedures.

Changing the Engine Oil and Filter

This series of mower has different engine options: Briggs &
Stratton Commercial Turf (A, Figure 22), Briggs & Stratton
Vanguard (B), and Kawasaki (C). Please reference figure 22
as the location of the components listed for this procedure may
vary by specific engine option.
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1. Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to the
engine operator's manual for oil and filter replacement
instructions.)
2. Remove the oil drain hose (D) from its storage position and
route the hose so that when the oil drain cap is removed
the oil can be drained into a small pan.
3. Place a small pan under the oil drain hose to catch the oil.
Using the appropriate tools, remove the oil drain cap from
the oil drain hose and drain the engine oil.
4. After draining, replace the cap and wipe up any spilled oil.
Reinstall the oil drain hose to its storage position so it is
retained during normal operation.
5. Place an absorbent shop cloth under the engine oil filter
(E). Remove the engine oil filter and replace with a new
one.
6. Add engine oil (refer to engine operator's manual) in the fill
tube (F) and check the amount of oil in the engine using
the engine oil dipstick (G).
7. Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled oil.

Engine Maintenance

For engine maintenance schedules and procedures, please
refer to the engine operator's manual.

Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester

Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage.
Remove the spark arrester, if equipped, and inspect for damage
or carbon blockage. If replacement parts are required, make
sure to use only original equipment replacement parts.
WARNING
Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the
same position as the original parts or fire could result.

Check / Fill Transmission Oil Level

This unit is equipped with two transmission oil tanks. One
transmission oil tank only supplies oil to one transmission. The
level of oil in both transmission tanks must be checked, and if
necessary, filled.
Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil
1. Locate the transmission oil tanks (A, Figure 23) by raising
the seat plate of the unit.
2. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. The oil should be
up to the "FULL COLD" mark (B) on the transmission oil
tanks. If the oil is below this level, proceed to step #3.
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