Check Engine Oil Level; Changing The Engine Oil And Filter; Engine Maintenance; Service Air Filter - Ferris SRS Z1 Series Operator's Manual

Carbureated Models: The fuel filter is located in the fuel line
between fuel tank and carburetor, near the fuel pump.
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 is equipped with three different engine
options: Kawasaki FX600V (A, Figure 22), Kawasaki FX691V
(B), and Briggs & Stratton 386777 Vanguard Series (C).
Please reference figure 22 for the location of the components
listed in this procedure.
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1. Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to
the engine operator's manual for oil & filter replacement
instructions.)
2. Locate the oil drain hose (D) on the left side of the
engine. The oil drain hose is secured by the hose clamp
on the left upright of the control tower when not in use.
3. Route the oil drain hose over the left side of the unit's
frame so that when the oil drain cap is removed the oil
can be drained into a small pan.
4. 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.
5. After draining, replace the cap and wipe up any spilled oil.
Re-position the oil drain hose to it's storage location so it
is retained during normal operation.
6. Place an absorbent shop cloth under the engine oil filter
(E). Remove the engine oil filter and replace with a new
one.
7. 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).
8. 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.

Service Air Filter

Refer to the engine owner's manual for air filter service
instructions.

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.
Raise and Lower the Operator Support
Cushion
This unit is equipped with a hinged operator support cushion
(A, Figure 23) which can be raised to gain access to the
service components underneath the control tower. Raise
the operator support cushion to gain access to the service
components underneath the control tower and lower the
operator support cushion for normal operation. A block of
wood can be used to support the operator support cushion in
the upright position while servicing the components beneath
the control tower.
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