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- Page 1 .-4415 OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS3000Z Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Models: IS3000ZKAV23/61 IS3000ZKAV25/61 Ferris Industries 22626 5375 North Main Street Munnsville, NY 13409 Rev. 11/2001 800-933-6175 TP 100-7004-02-3Z-F...
- Page 2 Ferris’ election, without charge and at the place of business of a dealer authorized to handle Ferris mowers, any part or parts of the machine which, in the judgment of Ferris, prove to be defective.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as seen from the operating position. WARNING Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. © Copyright 2001 Ferris Industries All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA. TP 100-7004-02-3Z-F... -
Page 4: Identification Numbers
IDENTIFICATION TAG LOCATIONS When contacting your Authorized Dealer for Tractor replacement parts, service, identification tag or information YOU MUST HAVE THESE NUMBERS. FERRIS FERRIS INDUSTRIES, INC. MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409 MADE IN THE USA SERIAL NO. MODEL NO. XXXXXXX XXXXXXX IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS PRODUCT... -
Page 5: Safety Rules & Information
Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of con- trol 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. - Page 6 Safety Rules & Information SLOPE OPERATION Continued • Never run a unit in an enclosed area. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. cause sliding.
- Page 7 Safety Rules & Information SAFETY DECALS All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect these instructions are not followed.
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Page 8: Features & Controls
Features & Controls of the Zero Turn Rider Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. Ground Speed Control Levers Seat Adjustment Lever Ignition Switch Parking Brake Handle... -
Page 9: Safety Interlock System
Features & Controls D. Parking Brake Handle SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM The parking brake is applied by pulling UP on the park- ing brake handle until it locks over-center. To release the parking brake, push the handle DOWN. This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not E. -
Page 10: Operating The Tractor
Operating the Zero Turn Rider GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY CHECKS BEFORE STARTING Before first time operation: • Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and and oil recommendations. -
Page 11: Starting The Engine
Operating the Zero Turn Rider WARNING MOWING 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO If you do not understand how a specific control switch is disengaged, the motion control handles are functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is FEATURES &... -
Page 12: Zero Turn Driving Practice
Operating the Zero Turn Rider ZERO TURN Smooth Travel DRIVING PRACTICE The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive, responsive . and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of the The BEST method of rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take handling the ground... - Page 13 Operating the Zero Turn Rider Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one ground return back toward neutral. Repeat several times. speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously.
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Page 14: Storage
Operating the Zero Turn Rider STORAGE WARNING Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, poorly ventilated enclosures. - Page 15 Notes...
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Page 16: Regular Maintenance
Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter. -
Page 17: Checking/Adding Fuel
Regular Maintenance CHECKING / ADDING FUEL WARNING To add fuel: Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the 1. Remove the fuel cap (see A, Figure 2). engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not 2. -
Page 18: Lubrication
Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed. Not all greases are compatible. Ferris Red Grease (part #22285) is recommended, automotive-type high-temper- ature, lithium grease may be used when this is not avail- able. -
Page 19: Servicing The Mower Blades
Regular Maintenance SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 2. To remove blade for sharpening, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft while removing the blade mounting bolt with a 15/16”... - Page 20 Notes...
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Page 21: Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service
Troubleshooting Adjustments & Service TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use the tractor or mower only when the engine is may eventually require that service be performed to stopped and the parking brake engaged. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting The Mower
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Rider Troubleshooting Continued. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valve(s) 1. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. not drive. in “open” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. -
Page 23: Seat Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service SEAT ADJUSTMENT See Figure 19. The seat can be adjusted forward and Seat Adjustment back. Move the lever forward, position the seat as Lever desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into posi- tion. GROUND SPEED CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT The control levers can be adjusted in two ways. -
Page 24: Parking Brake Adjustment
2” (5,0cm) when compressed. This may damage the brake caliper. If this adjustment does not correct a braking prob- lem, see your local Ferris dealer. SUSPENSION HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT If the rider tilts either side-to-side or front-to-rear, this Figure 23. Parking Brake Adjustment adjustment will level the frame with the ground. -
Page 25: Pto Clutch Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Figure 26. Adjust PTO Clutch Window Adjustment Nut C. .016”-.018” (0,40-0,45mm) Feeler Gauge Figure 25. PTO Clutch Adjustment Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown) Adjustment Nut WARNING PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 50 hour To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only break-in period and then after every 250 hours of opera- with engine stopped, key removed and tractor on... -
Page 26: Neutral Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT If the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in NEUTRAL, than it may be neces- sary to adjust the linkage rod. NOTE: Perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. -
Page 27: Cutting Height Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT WARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine. Allow all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key, then disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug. The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 29) controls the mower cutting height. -
Page 28: Deck Leveling Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT Adjust spring length here 1. Park the machine on a flat, level floor and engage the parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to Adjust deck 18 psi (124 kPa); front tires to 20 psi (138 kPa). height here 2. -
Page 29: Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service HYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT FRONT 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. -
Page 30: Battery Service
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service BATTERY SERVICE 6. Charge the battery until fully charged (until the spe- cific gravity of the electrolyte is 1.250 or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60° F). The WARNING best method of making certain a battery is fully charged, but not over charged, is to measure the Keep open flames and sparks away from the specific gravity of a cell once per hour. - Page 31 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES Starter Starter Switch Switch Jumper Cable Starting Discharged Vehicle Vehicle Battery Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block MAKE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 36. Jump Starting WARNING WARNING Any procedure other than the preceding could For your personal safety, use extreme care when result in:...
- Page 32 Lawn Care & Mowing Information GENERAL INFORMATION • Types of Grass, Climate and Conditions • How and When to Water, Fertilize & Aerate Proper mowing is an important part of maintaining your • How High to Mow the Grass lawn in the best possible condition. A healthy and well •...
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Page 33: Lawn Care & Mowing Information
Lawn Care & Mowing Information HOW HIGH TO Cut less than MOW THE GRASS Often cutting height is a Optimal matter of personal prefer- cutting point ence. Typically, you should at less than mow the grass when it is is 1/3 from top between three and five of grass blade... - Page 34 Lawn Care & Mowing Information WHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO MOW The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: l Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high.
- Page 35 Lawn Care & Mowing Information MOWING METHODS Proper Broadcast Mowing Broadcasting, or side-discharging, disperses fine clip- pings evenly over the entire lawn. Many golf courses use this method. Your mower has a deep dish deck to allow freer circulation of clippings so they are broadcast evenly over the lawn.
- Page 36 Lawn Care & Mowing Information TIPS On Dealing With Clippings • Reduce the evaporation of water from your lawn. • Provide a cushioning layer to reduce lawn wear. Clippings are beneficial to your lawn. A common mis- • Moderate soil temperature. conception about clippings is that they automatically •...
- Page 37 Lawn Care & Mowing Information SOLUTIONS FOR COMMON MOWING PROBLEMS Streaking Streaking Streaking is when thin strips of uncut grass are left behind the mower. Streaking is usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance. CAUSE SOLUTION Blades are not sharp Sharpen your blades Blades are worn down too far Replace your blades...
- Page 38 Lawn Care & Mowing Information Uneven Cutting Uneven Cutting Uneven cutting is waviness or smooth troughs in the lawn surface. Uneven cutting is usually caused by mower deck damage or misadjustment. CAUSE SOLUTION Deck is not leveled correctly Level the deck correctly Blades are dull or worn Sharpen or replace the blades Blades are damaged...
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Page 39: International Symbols
Common International Symbols PTO Clutch Choke Fast (Throttle) Parking Brake Slow (Throttle) Brake Throttle Mower Cutting Fuel Height Adjustment Headlights Technical Manuals Additional Technical Literature Available Operators Manuals Additional copies of this manual are available, (and as part of our product support commitment, we maintain a stock of printed operators manuals going back many years!) Parts Manuals Fully illustrated parts manuals are also available —...
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