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Summary of Contents for Ferris FW35 Series
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents: Products Covered by This Manual........3 Identification Tag Location..........3 CE Identification Tag Markings........... 3 Operator Safety..............4 Operating Safely...............4 Safety Rules and Information...........6 Safety Decals..............9 CE Safety Icons............... 9 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words......10 Safety Interlock System..........10 Features and Controls............10 Control Locations &... -
Page 3: Products Covered By This Manual
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Ferris Commercial Walk Behind 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
Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. Manufacturer's Address If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can CE Compliance Logo be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a Year of Manufacture professional: contact your local authorized dealer. - Page 5 Slope Operation Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you stay in the operator zone You could be seriously injured if you use this unit on too (area behind the handles and controls), and follow the safety steep of a slope.
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Page 6: Safety Rules And Information
Enclosed Areas • Use only an approved container. • Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. • Never refuel or drain the machine indoors. • Check that operator’s presence controls, safety switches and shields are attached and functioning properly. - Page 7 • Do not operate the unit while under the influence of • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. alcohol or drugs. These can change the stability of the unit. • Slow down and use caution when making turns and •...
- Page 8 Service and Maintenance Safety Maintenance and Storage • Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices WARNING when refueling the unit after transportation or storage. Amputation and crushing hazard • Always follow the engine manual instructions for storage preparations before storing the unit for both short and Specific steps must be taken in order to perform service and long term periods.
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Page 9: Safety Decals
• Always comply with factory specifications on all settings A Part Number: 5103934 - Decal, Main Safety, CE WB and adjustments. • Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service and repair requirements. • Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you have been properly trained. -
Page 10: Safety Alert Symbol And Signal Words
Test 3 - Engine should SHUT OFF if: Danger: Amputation and Thrown Objects Hazard - To avoid injury • S/N: 2016973573 & Below: Operator moves the forward from rotating blades, stay clear of the speed control lever FORWARD with the parking brake deck edge and keep others away. - Page 11 Control Locations & Functions - Operator's Icon Control Name Position Forward Speed Control Lever S/N: 2017008010 & Below Left Drive Lever Right Drive Lever S/N: 2017008011 & Above Left Drive Lever Right Drive Lever ...
- Page 12 the RUN position and the operator presence handles are forward speed control of the mower to a preferred driving pressed down. The hour meter has a self contained power speed. source so the total hours are always visible. Icon Hour Meter (Displays Numbers and Letters): This unit is ...
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Page 13: Operation
Neutral Return Pedals: Icon Control Name Transmission Release Levers Icon Control Name Neutral Return Pedals The neutral return pedals provide a hands-free return to neutral. The pedals are used in conjunction with the drive This unit is equipped with two transmission release levers. levers to properly stop the machine. -
Page 14: Checks Before Starting
1. Engage the parking brake and make sure the PTO switch WARNING is disengaged and the forward speed control lever is in • Before leaving the operator's position for any reason, the NEUTRAL position. engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the 2. -
Page 15: Driving The Mower
Driving the Mower To Slow or Stop Machine Before attempting to drive the mower make sure you have 1. Gently squeeze both drive levers evenly to slow the read the Features and Controls section and understand the machine. location and function of the controls. 2. -
Page 16: Cutting Height Adjustment
Cutting Height Adjustment Height of Grass Often cutting height is a matter of personal preference. The cutting height indicator (A, Figure 8) will help you identify Typically, you should mow the grass when it is between three the cutting height. and five inches high. The proper cutting height range for a specific lawn will depend upon several factors, including the type of grass, the amount of rainfall, the prevailing temperature, and the lawn’s overall condition. - Page 17 When and How Often to Mow Where possible, make one or two passes around the outside of the area discharging the grass INTO the lawn to keep the The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the cut grass off fences and walks. results you’ll get when mowing.
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Page 18: Pushing The Unit By Hand
Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and re-cuts clippings into tiny particles and which then blows them down INTO the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products your lawn can use. UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS, your mulching mower will virtually eliminate noticeable clippings on the lawn surface. -
Page 19: Checking Tire Pressures
manual to prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline fumes. Remember, gasoline fumes can travel WARNING to distant sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, explosion and fire. -
Page 20: Check Engine Oil Level
Oil Application Locations 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool for at least 3 minutes. Control Rod Pivots (H) 2. Remove the fuel cap. Lower Parking Brake Rod Pivots (I) 3. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow Parking Brake Lever Pivots - Units in serial number range 2017170235 &... -
Page 21: Check / Fill Transmission Oil
Check / Fill Transmission Oil Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil. 1. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. Locate the transmission oil reservoirs (A, Figure 18) located on the handle bar assembly. The oil should be up to the “FULL COLD”... -
Page 22: Maintenance Schedule
2. Open the transaxle’s bypass valves (see Pushing the ENGINE MAINTENANCE Unit by Hand for the location and function of the bypass Clean visible debris from engine compartment. valves), start the engine, release the parking brake, and Every 50 Hours slowly move the unit's control levers in both forward and Inspect / Clean spark arrester.** reverse directions (5 to 6 times), as air is purged from the... -
Page 23: Warranty
listed below, or to the extent permitted by law . Liability S/N: 2017170235 & Above for incidental or consequential damages are excluded ZL-GMFE-3L5B-1PXX (5104707) to the extent exclusion is permitted by law. Some states ZL-KMFE-3L5C-1PXX (5104706) or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied Type ZT3100 warranty lasts, and some states or countries do not allow... - Page 24 Briggs & Stratton products. ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY Warranty service is available only through Ferris Authorized Service Dealers. This warranty only covers defects in materials or workmanship. It does not cover damage caused by improper use or abuse, improper maintenance or repair, normal wear and tear, or stale or unapproved fuel.
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