Ferris IS1500Z Operator's Manual With Setup Instructions

Ferris IS1500Z Operator's Manual With Setup Instructions

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Grass Collection Systems
NHSystem Number: Description:
5600001
IS500Z, & IS1500Z, 44" Mower Deck - 2 Bag System
5600002
IS1500Z & S150X, 48" Mower Deck - 2 Bag System
5600003
IS1500Z & S150X, 48" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600004
IS1500Z & S150X, 52" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628762 & Below)
5600005
IS3000ZL, 61" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600006
IS3000Z & IS3000ZX, 61" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S\N 3631 & Above)
5600007
IS1000Z, 52" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S\N 2531 & Above)
5600008
IS1000Z, 61" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S\N 2899 & Above)
5600009
IS4500Z, 61" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600057
IS2000Z & S200X, 61" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600060
IS3100Z, 61" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600061
IS2000Z, 52" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628762 & Below)
5600083
IS3100ZBS, 61" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600148
IS1500Z & S150X, 52" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628763 & Above)
5600150
IS2000Z, 52" Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628763 & Above)
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
with Setup Instructions
FAST-Vac
IMPORTANT NOTE:
These FAST-Vac Systems fit 2005
and newer Model Year product
equipped with the rubber
discharge chute.
TP 100-7219-K-AT-UV
5100063
Revision K
Rev. Date: 10/2007

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  • Page 1 IS1500Z & S150X, 48” Mower Deck - 2 Bag System 5600003 IS1500Z & S150X, 48” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System 5600004 IS1500Z & S150X, 52” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628762 & Below) 5600005 IS3000ZL, 61” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System 5600006 IS3000Z &...
  • Page 2 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. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with this machine and how to avoid them.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1000Z Series ...27 Weight Mount Installation IS1000Z Series...28 Weight Mount Installation IS3000Z Series & IS3100Z Series ...29 Weight Mount Installation IS500Z & IS1500Z Series ...30 Weight Mount Installation IS2000Z Series...31 Weight Mount Installation IS4500Z Series...32 Weight Mount Installation S150X & S200X Series ...33 BLOWER &...
  • Page 4: Safety Rules & Information

    Safety Rules & Information 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 5: Safety Decals

    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 6: General Operating Instructions

    General Operating Instructions MOWING WITH THE DOUBLE / TRIPLE CATCHER Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing. Always wear hearing protection when operating grass catcher. Grass should be cut often, and not too short. If grass is too long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the mower to prevent clogging.
  • Page 7: After Operation

    General Operating Instructions AFTER OPERATION Remove any debris from the the screen on the underside of the lid. Note: The lid screen can be partially removed for easier cleaning and should be cleaned regularly. The blower housing and tube should be removed for cleaning.
  • Page 8: Suspension Adjustment

    Suspension Adjustment REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT For IS1500Z & IS2000Z Models: The upper mounting position #2 (See Figure 1) should be used when a rear-mount grass bagger system is installed. To adjust the upper mounting position: 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 9: Ball Joint Replacement

    BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT For IS2000Z Models with 52” Mower Deck: The existing ball joint (A, Figure 2) on the right-hand front suspension arm has to be replaced with the ball joint provided in the kit. This change is necessary to provide clearance for the blower unit and must be completed before blower unit installation.
  • Page 10: Blower Assembly

    Blower Assembly BLOWER ASSEMBLY Preparing the Mower Deck (IS4500Z Models Only) 1. Loosen the 3/8-24 hex nut (A, Figure 5) that secures the idler arm (C) to the blower assembly. Remove the idler arm assembly from the blower assembly. 2. Loosen the 1/2” hardware that secures the idler pulley (G) to the idler arm assembly.
  • Page 11 8. Loosen the 3/8-16 hex serrated flange nut (A, Figure 7) that secures the adjustable idler pulley (D) to the blower assembly. Remove the 3/8-16 hex serrated flange nut (A), and all the components the nut secured. Discard the 3/8-16 X 2”...
  • Page 12 Blower Assembly Blower Assembly 1. Remove the existing 5/16-18 x 5/8” flange head bolts (B, Figure 9) from the blower housing (A). 2. Install the blower mount plate (C) onto the blower housing and reinstall the 5/16-18 x 5/8” flange head bolts.
  • Page 13 5. Remove the blower belt guard and set aside. IS500Z, 1000Z, IS1000Z, IS1500Z, IS2000Z, IS3000Z, IS3100Z, S150X, S200X Series Models: 6. Install the impeller drive pulley (A, Figure 11) onto the impeller shaft (B) as described in Figure 11. Install the 1/4” x 1-1/2” long key (not shown) in the pulley.
  • Page 14: Mower Deck Preparation

    3/8” hole in the location specified in Figure 15. WARNING IS500Z, 1000Z, IS1500Z, IS2000Z, IS3000Z, IS3100Z, IS4500Z, S150X & S200X Models: Use extreme caution when rotating the idler arm with the breaker bar, due to the increased tension in the spring as the idler arm is being rotated.
  • Page 15 IS1000Z Series (52” Model): 1. Loosen the spring compression nut (B, Figure 17) to release the belt tension. 2. Slide the drive belt over the edge of the idler pulley and then remove the belt from the right- hand (discharge side) spindle pulley. IS2000Z Series (52”...
  • Page 16 Mower Deck Preparation S200X Series: 1. Using a 1/2” breaker bar, place the square end in the square hole located in the end of the idler arm (A, Figures 20). Carefully rotate the breaker bar counter-clockwise, which will relieve the tension on the belt exerted from the idler arm.
  • Page 17 Remove the Spindle Pulley IS500Z Series, 1000Z Series, IS1000Z Series, IS1500Z, IS2000Z, IS3000ZF & ZX Series, S150X & S200X Series: 1. Remove the 3/4-16 hex nut & 3/4” spring washer (A & B, Figure 22) securing the spindle pulley (C) to the spindle shaft.
  • Page 18 Mower Deck Preparation Reinstall the Spindle Belt Refer to the belt removal instructions on Page 10, 11, & 12 and reverse the order for reinstalling the belt. Install the Deck Guard 1. Install the new deck guard onto the mower deck and secure with the hardware previously removed (see Figure 24).
  • Page 19: Blower Installation

    1. Install the blower onto the mower deck. Refer to Figure 27 for the position of the quick pins in relationship to the chute mount bracket on the mower deck. The quick pins fit into the same holes that the chute mount rod was installed. 2.
  • Page 20 Blower Installation 3. Check the belt tension by measuring the distance from the center of the v-idler pulley (A, Figure 29) mounting bolt and the blower housing. This should measure between 3 - 3-3/8” (7,6 - 8,6 cm). 4. If measurement falls outside of this range, you must move the idler pulley (B) either forward or back to achieve the proper belt tension.
  • Page 21: Collector Installation

    Install Collector Mount Plate (1000Z & IS1000Z Series) 1. Remove the hardware securing the rear bumper screen (A, Figure 31) to the top and bottom bumpers (A, B). Save the 3/8” bolts and washers from the lower bumper. 2 .Install the collector mount plate (A, Figure 32) on to the lower bumper and secure with the previously removed 3/8”...
  • Page 22 Collector Installation Install Collector Mount Plate (IS500Z Series, IS1500Z Series, IS2000Z Series, & IS4500Z Series) IMPORTANT NOTE: If the collector system is being installed on an IS4500Z Series model, the Extreme Duty Rear Bumper Kit (5600019) must be installed first.
  • Page 23 Remove the Rear Engine Shield (IS3100Z with 4-Tube Rear Bumper) 1. If the engine is hot, allow sufficient time for the muffler to cool to prevent a burn injury during installation. 2. Remove the rear engine shield (C, Figure 35) from the top of the rear bumper (D) by removing the 3/8”...
  • Page 24 Collector Installation Install Collector Mount Plate (IS3000Z Series) 1. Install the collector mount plate (A, Figure 38) and mount tabs (B) on to the bumper. Install the 3/8- 16 x 2-3/4” bolts (C) through the mount tabs and loosely secure with the clamp bars (D) and 3/8-16 nylock flange nuts (F).
  • Page 25 Install Collector Mount Plate (S150X & S200X Series) 1. Remove the carb. shield plate from top of the rear bumper. 2. Install the collector mount plate (A, Figure 40) and mount tabs (B) on to the bumper. Install the 3/8- 16 x 1-1/4”...
  • Page 26 Collector Installation Assemble Collector Hood 1. Install the inlet tube (B, Figure 42) to the collector back plate (A) and secure with the 5/16-18 x 3/4” bolts (C) and 5/16-18 nylock flange nuts (D). 2. Install the mount posts (E) on the back plate and loosely secure with the 3/8-16 x 1”...
  • Page 27 Install Collector Bags 1. Raise the collector hood and slide the collector bags (A, Figure 43) onto the frame rails (B). NOTE: The collector bags are constructed with three mesh panels and one solid panel. Install the bag with the solid panel towards the front of the machine. 2.
  • Page 28 Collector Installation Install Hose 1. Lower the mower deck to the lowest cutting position. 2. See Figure 45. Install the hose (A) onto the blower and secure with the removable clamp (with knob) (B). At least two bands must cover the outlet of the blower (C).
  • Page 29: Weight Mount Installation

    Install Weight Carrier 1. Remove the hairpin clip and clevis pin and remove the deck lift foot pedal. Lift the floor plate. 2. Install the weight carrier (E, Figure 46), mount plates (B & C) and fasten with the 3/8-16 x 3” bolts (A) and 3/8-16 nylon lock nuts (D).
  • Page 30: Weight Mount Installation

    Weight Mount Installation (IS1000Z Series) Install Weight Carriers 1. Install the left-hand and right-hand weight carriers (E & H, Figure 47), bar clamps (F) and fasten with the 5/16-18 x 2-1/2” bolts (B) and 5/16-18 nylon lock nuts (G). Make sure carriers are tight against the outside of the suspension arm and do not interfere with the shock/spring assembly.
  • Page 31: Weight Mount Installation

    Install Weight Mount Rack 1. Measure and mark the front main frame tubes to the dimensions shown in Figure 48. 2. Using a 3/8” drill bit, drill one (1) hole in each of the main frame tubes from the outside surface of the tube.
  • Page 32: Weight Mount Installation

    1/4” bolts (B), 1/2” washers (C) and 1/2-20 nylon lock nuts (D). NOTE: Use outer holes in the weight carrier for the IS1500Z Series (shown) and the inner holes for the IS4500Z Series. 2. Install the counter weights (E) in the weight carrier and secure with the retaining pin (F) and hairpin clips (G).
  • Page 33: Weight Mount Installation

    Install Weight Carrier 1. Install the weight carrier (A, Figure 52) onto the front of the unit and secure with the 3/8-16 x 1- 1/4” bolts (C), 3/8” washers (B) and 3/8-16” nylock flange nuts (G). NOTE: Use top holes in the weight carrier for the IS2000Z Series (as shown in Figure 52).
  • Page 34: Weight Mount Installation

    Weight Mount Installation (IS4500Z Series) Install Weight Carrier 1. Support the front of the frame in the center of the unit with a jackstand. 2. Remove the 1/2-13 x 5” bolts (B, Figure 53) and 1/2-13 nylon lock nuts (C) securing the front suspension arms to the frame.
  • Page 35 Install Weight Carrier 1. Install the weight carrier (A, Figure 54) onto the front of the unit and secure with the 3/8-16 x 1- 1/4” bolts (C), 3/8” washers (B) and 3/8-16” nylock flange nuts (G). NOTE: Use top holes in the weight carrier for the IS2000Z Series (as shown in Figure 54).
  • Page 36: Blower & Collector Removal

    Blower & Collector Removal 1. Remove the knobs (A, Figure 55) securing the deck guard top (B) to the deck guard. 2. Pull the blower idler arm lever (C) forward to release the belt tension and remove the belt from the spindle pulley.
  • Page 37 6. Reinstall the discharge chute (A, Figure 57) and secure with the supplied quick attach rod (B) and hairpin clips (C). 7. Empty the grass collector bags and reinstall in the bagger frame. 8. Remove the hitch pins (B, Figure 58) securing the bagger mount posts (A) to the mount plate.
  • Page 38: Reglas E Información De Seguridad

    Reglas E Información De Seguridad Lea estas reglas de seguridad y sígalas con cuidado. Hacer caso omiso de ellas puede ocasionar la pérdida del control sobre la unidad, lesiones corporales graves o la muerte a usted o a los espectadores, o daños a la propiedad o al equipo.
  • Page 39: Calcomanías De Seguridad

    CALCOMANÍAS DE SEGURIDAD Esta unidad fue diseñada y fabricada para brindarle seguridad y confiabilidad, características que usted esperaría de un líder en la industria de la fabricación de equipos motorizados para el exterior. Aunque leer este manual, y las medidas de seguridad que contiene, le proporcionará...
  • Page 40: Instrucciones Generales De Operación

    Instrucciones generales de operación PODAR CON EL RECEPTOR DOBLE O TRIPLE Opere siempre con el acelerador en velocidad máxima cuando pode el pasto. Use siempre protectores para oídos cuando opere el receptor de pasto. Debe poder el pasto con frecuencia y no dejarlo demasiado corto.
  • Page 41: Después De La Operación

    Instrucciones generales de operación DESPUÉS DE LA OPERACIÓN Quite cualquier despojo de la pantalla en la parte inferior de la tapa. Nota: puede quitar parcialmente la pantalla de la tapa para limpiarla con mayor facilidad y debe hacerlo con regularidad. Debe quitar la caja del soplador y el tubo para limpiarlos.
  • Page 42: Remoción Del Soplador Y Receptor

    Remoción del soplador y receptor 1. Quite las perillas (A, Figura 59) y fije la parte superior de la guarda de la cubierta (B) a la guarda misma. 2. Jale hacia adelante la palanca del brazo tensor del soplador (C) para liberar la tensión de la correa y retirar la correa de la polea del huso.
  • Page 43 6. Instale nuevamente la tolva de expulsión (A, Figura 61) y sujétela con el brazo de sujeción rápida (B) y los pasadores de horquilla (C), incluidos. 7. Vacíe las bolsas del receptor de pasto e instálelas nuevamente en la estructura. 8.
  • Page 44 FAST-Vac Grass Collection Systems Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group 5375 North Main Street Munnsville, NY 13409 800-933-6175 www.ferrisindustries.com...

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