Install The Mower Deck - Ferris IS3100Z Series Manual

IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61" & 72" Mower Deck

Install the Mower Deck

1. Park machine on a flat, level surface and engage the
parking brake.
2. Lock the deck lift pedal in the 6" (15,2cm) position.
Place the deck height adjustment pin in the
4" (10,2cm) position and lower the deck lift pedal until
the arm contacts the pin. Secure in place if
necessary.
3. Center the mower deck under the tractor frame.
4. Fasten the ball joints to the pusher bar mounts using
the 3/4" bolt, washer, rod end seals, and the 3/4" nut
(see Figure 20). Using a 1-1/16" wrench and 1-1/8"
socket, tighten the assembly. Repeat for other side.
5. See Figure 21. Place 2 x 4 blocks under each corner
of the mower deck with the 3-1/2" sides being
vertical. Place a 1/4" (0,64cm) thick spacer on top of
the rear 2 x 4 blocks.
6. See Figure 22. Install the deck hanger chains on the
hanger pivots. Install the bolts from the outside and
secure with the 3/8-16 nylon lock nuts.
A
B
Figure 20. Deck Pusher Bar Installation
A. 3/4" Nylon Lock Nut
B. Rod End Seal
C. Pusher Bar Ball Joint
D. 3/4" Washer
E. 3/4" Bolt
Figure 21. 2 x 4 Locations
Figure 22. Deck Hanger Chain Installation
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C B D E