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Ferris SRS Z3X Series Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: Lubrication..............28 Lubricate the Front Casters..........29 Products Covered by This Manual........3 Servicing the Mower Blades...........30 Product Identification Tag........... 3 Cutting Height Adjustment..........31 Operator Safety..............4 Neutral Adjustment............32 Operating Safely...............4 Neutral Lockout and Tracking Adjustment..... 32 Slope Identification Guide..........6 Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment........33 Safety Rules and Information...........6 Mower Deck Leveling Procedure........

  • Page 3: Products Covered By This Manual

    Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Ferris Zero- Turn Stand-On Mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Ferris brand. When operated and maintained according to the manuals, your Ferris product will provide many years of dependable service.

  • Page 4: Operator Safety

    Operator Safety Read the Manual WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 5 do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover.  equipped with an operator-present safety system. Do NOT attempt to alter or bypass the system. See your dealer You should not operate on a slope greater than 20 degrees. ...

  • Page 6: Slope Identification Guide

    Enclosed Areas meter, or angle gauge). Dial type (C) or digital type (D) work, others may not. Follow user instructions with the angle finder tool.  3. Put the two (2) feet long straight edge along the steepest part of the lawn slope. Put the board up and down the slope. ...
  • Page 7 • Check that operator’s presence controls, safety switches • Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not trailer or truck. operate unless they are functioning properly. • Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.
  • Page 8 Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the DANGER presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit  Wet or soft slope hazard  and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will Wet or soft slopes can cause sliding and loss of control  remain where you last saw them.

  • Page 9: Safety Decals

    avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as have dissipated.  required.  • Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps • Use only factory authorized replacement parts when securely.  making repairs. ...
  • Page 10 D.) Part No.: 5105095 - Decal, Dash Panel, RH, Warning/ Controls * Located near the transmission fans. A.) Part No.: 7101665 - Decal, Danger B.) Part No.: 5103665 - Decal, Warning, Fire E.) Part No.: 5104636 - Decal, Danger, Stand-On F.) Part No.: 5061245 - Decal, Pinch Point C.) Part No.: 5105081 - Decal, Dash Panel, LH, Controls G.) Part No.: 5103184 - Decal, Warning, Hand in Pulley...

  • Page 11: Safety Icons

        CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.    NOTICE  indicates a situation that could result in damage to the product.  Safety Interlock System 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 12 Cutting Height Adjustment Pin Deck Lift Lock Lever Maximum Forward Speed Bar: This unit is equipped with an adjustable Maximum Forward Speed Bar (A, Figure 6), which Callout Description is located in front of the Ground Speed Control Levers (B & Deck Lift Lever, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin, and Deck Lift Release Button Maximum Forward Speed Bar...
  • Page 13 forward speed bar, position the Maximum Forward Speed Bar  Transmission Release Levers:   in the desired location, and then release the T-handle knob.  Icon   Control Name  Make sure that the T-handle knob locks the maximum forward speed bar into place.   Transmission Release Levers ...

  • Page 14: Operation

    malfunction indicator lamp begins to flash while you are Callout Control Name operating the unit, see the engine operator's manual. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (M.I.L.) Throttle Control Throttle Control: The throttle controls engine speed. Move PTO (Power Take Off) Switch the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed.

  • Page 15: Checks Before Starting

    Starting the Engine - Briggs & Stratton WARNING Fuel Injected Models • Never operate on slopes greater than 20°.  • Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope. WARNING Use extra caution when operating on slopes with any Read the operator's manual before attempting to collection accessories attached to the unit. ...

  • Page 16: Stopping The Unit

    3. The throttle will self-adjust to idle when starting. After positions to suit the desired maximum forward speed of the the engine starts allow the engine to warm. Warm up the operator. The positioning hole closest to the ground speed control levers (labeled as #1 in Figure 9) is the lowest setting engine by running it for at least a minute before engaging and the positioning hole furthest from the ground speed...
  • Page 17 Note: Straight forward travel takes practice. If the unit veers to either direction while both ground speed controls levers are pressed against the maximum forward speed bar see Tracking Adjustment in the Maintenance Procedures section. Reverse Travel Practice FIRST, place your hands on the ground speed control levers and the maximum forward speed bar as shown.

  • Page 18: Operating On Slopes

    Practice Turning In Place This technique turns the rider LEFT and slightly overlaps the row just cut, eliminating the need to back up and re-cut missed grass. As you become more familiar and experienced with operating the zero-turn riding mower, you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable.

  • Page 19: Mowing Recommendations

    The amount of grass you are able to cut in one pass is also Note: It is best practice to engage the PTO with the throttle effected by the type of mowing system you are using (for set at the minimum throttle position necessary to engage the example, broadcasting with side discharge decks can process deck drive system without stalling the engine.

  • Page 20: Pushing The Unit By Hand

    If you hear the engine slowing down, you are mowing too manual gear models). If you hear the engine slowing down fast—using a slower ground speed will improve the cutting you are mowing too fast, use a slower ground speed. efficiency of the blades and prevents many common cutting How Much Grass to Cut Off When Broadcasting: problems.

  • Page 21: Storage

    release lever on each transmission. The transmission release levers open and close the transmission bypass WARNING valves. Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.) and cause an explosion.

  • Page 22: Maintenance Schedule

    manual to prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition UNIT MAINTENANCE of gasoline fumes. Remember, gasoline fumes can travel Change hydraulic oil filter. to distant sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of explosion and fire. ENGINE MAINTENANCE NOTE: Gasoline, if permitted to stand unused for Before each use extended periods (30 days or more), may develop Check engine oil level.

  • Page 23: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Replacing the Fuel Filter WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Do NOT remove the fuel filter when the engine is hot, as spilled gasoline may ignite. Do NOT spread hose clamps further than necessary.

  • Page 24: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter (Engines With Remote Oil Tank)

    Changing the Engine Oil and Filter (Engines with Remote Oil Tank) Engine Oil Type: 15W-50 synthetic oil. (See the engine operator's manual for other oil recommendations.) Engine Oil Change Amount: 5 qt (4,73 L). Oil Change Interval: Every 500 hours. Important: Always make sure that the mower is parked on a flat, level surface when checking the engine oil level.

  • Page 25: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter (All Other Models)

    7. Remove the oil drain hose from it's storage location. 8. Remove the cap from the drain spout of the oil drain valve. 9. To operate the oil drain valve, turn counter-clockwise to open and drain the engine oil into a suitable container. 10.

  • Page 26: Engine Maintenance

    CAUTION Do not disconnect or reconnect ECU wiring harness connector or any individual components with the ignition switch in the "ON" position. This can send a damaging voltage spike through the ECU. Unplug harness from ECU before performing any welding on equipment.

  • Page 27: Fuse Location And Identification

    1. Locate the transmission oil tanks. The transmission oil tanks are located on the right side of the engine between the engine and the battery box. 2. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. The oil should be Fuse Location and Identification up to the “FULL COLD”...

  • Page 28: Purging The Air From The Hydraulic System

    2. Open the transaxle’s bypass valves (see Pushing the Rider by Hand for the location and function of the bypass valves), start the engine, release the parking brake, and slowly move the zero-turn rider’s ground speed control levers in both forward and reverse directions (5 to 6 times), as air is purged from the unit, the oil level will drop.

  • Page 29: Lubricate The Front Casters

    The operator platform and suspension pivot bearings (A, Figure 34) are greased at the factory and do not require maintenance. Oil: • Deck lift pivots. • Discharge chute hinge. • Ground speed control and parking brake lever pivots. • Motion control shafts and linkages. •...

  • Page 30: 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 31: Cutting Height 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 32: Neutral Adjustment

    figure is intended to help you better understand the available 4. Push the deck lift lever forward until it contacts the cutting heights for this unit. stationary pin in the 1-3/4" (4,5 cm) hole. To set the cutting height in the range of 2” (5,08 cm) and 4-3/4”...

  • Page 33: Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment

    ground speed control levers forward back and forth, so 2. If the unit veers to the left, loosen the jam nut (A, Figure that the neutral lockouts will engage the ground speed 1) turn the right hand side linkage (D) rod 1/8 to 1/4 turn control levers as the parking brake is being engaged.

  • Page 34: Mower Deck Leveling Procedure

    11. Turn the ball joint clockwise to shorten the distance between the rod pivots or counter-clockwise to lengthen the distance between the rod pivots. 12. Once the measurement between the rod pivots (B, Figure 46) equals the measurement between the lift pivots, re- install the ball joint on the lift pivot arm and secure with the 1/2”...
  • Page 35 • If the measurements do not equal 4" (10,2 cm) in the • The front measurements should equal 4" (10,2 cm). front and 4-1/4" (10,8 cm) in the rear, the mounting • The rear measurements should equal 4-1/4" (10,8 hole that the front hanger chains and rear deck cm).

  • Page 36: Deck Lift Assist Springs

    measurements equal 4" (10,2 cm) in the front and turn the hex adjusters on the rear deck linkages until the measurements equal 4-1/4" (10,8 cm) in the rear. 13. Tighten the jam nuts on the front hanger chains and the rear deck linkages.

  • Page 37: Mower Deck Drive Belt Replacement - 72" Mower Decks

    clockwise, which will relieve the tension on the belt exerted from the idler arm. 4. Slide the drive belt over the edge of the trim side spindle pulley (C). Carefully release the tension on the breaker bar. 5. Remove the old belt and replace with a new one. 6.

  • Page 38: Parking Brake Adjustment

    back side of the belt contacts the face of stationary idler pulley. 11. Carefully release the tension on the breaker bar. 12. Reposition the PTO clutch anchor into the slot of the PTO clutch and tighten it’s hardware to secure it in place. 13.

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Battery And Cables

    A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may not mean the battery needs to be replaced. For example, it may Cleaning the Battery and Cables mean that the alternator is not charging the battery properly. This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery.  If there is any doubt about the cause of the problem, see your dealer.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting Charts

    Problem: Excessive oil consumption. WARNING Too much oil in crankcase. Drain excess oil. Remove ignition key prior to performing maintenance on the Problem: Engine exhaust is black. unit. To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the unit Cause Remedy or mower deck only when the engine is stopped and the Dirty air filter.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

    Problem: Engine stalls easily with mower deck engaged. Problem: Scalping Cutting height set too low. Cut tall grass at maximum cutting Scalping is when the mower deck comes close to or hits the ground. height during first pass, and then Scalping can be caused by the mower deck misadjustment, unevenness in at the desired cutting height for the the lawn, or by mower deck bouncing because the ground speed is too fast.

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Problem: Stringers Tire Size  13 X 6.5 - 6  Inflation Pressure  N/A Flat free tire  Stringers are sparse patches of uncut grass left behind the mower. Stringers are usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance. 1710-1065L (5105286) 1710-1065R (5105285) Type ZT-4400 Transaxles Hydraulic Fluid...
  • Page 44 WARRANTY PERIOD ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY Covered Parts Standard Warranty Rental Warranty Warranty service is available only through Ferris Authorized Period Period Service Dealers. This warranty only covers defects in Riding mowers - except 4 years (48 months) or 90 days materials or workmanship.
  • Page 45 product are also excluded. This warranty does not include used, reconditioned, second-hand, or demonstration equipment or engines. This warranty also excludes failures due to acts of God and other force majeure events beyond the manufacturer's control.
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