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Troubleshooting
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents: Check/Add Coolant Level..........33 Change Engine Coolant..........33 General Information.............. 3 Clean Radiator, Screen, and Oil Cooler......33 Identifying Your Unit............3 Regen Process (Clean Diesel Particulate Filter).... 33 Operator Safety..............3 Check/Add Hydraulic Oil Level........34 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words......4 Changing the Hydraulic Oil Filter........ -
Page 3: General Information
Your unit may vary from the images displayed. LEFT and RIGHT are as seen from the operator's position. Ferris is a registered trademark of Briggs & Stratton. Identifying Your Unit The following products are covered by this manual: 5901849 The product identification tag (A, Figure 1) can be found in PRODUCT REFERENCE DATE ... -
Page 4: Safety Alert Symbol And Signal Words
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. The safety alert symbol identifies safety information Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert train yourself. ... - 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 (stay seated in the seat), and follow the safety rules in this operator’s manual, the unit is safe to operate. Operation on slopes can be dangerous.
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Page 6: Slope Identification Guide
Enclosed Areas Retaining walls and drop-offs around steps and water are a common hazard. Do NOT operate down slope towards or near water, retaining walls, or drop-offs. Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance around these hazards and hand-trim with a walk behind mower or string trimmer. -
Page 7: Safety Rules And Information
meter, or angle gauge). Dial type (C) or digital type • Check that operator’s presence controls, safety switches (D) work, others may not. Read and obey the user and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not instructions supplied with the angle finder tool. operate unless they are functioning properly. - Page 8 • Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees • See your authorized dealer for recommendations of or other objects that may obscure vision. available weights to improve stability. • To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, leaves & Do NOT: ...
- Page 9 • Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air • Disengage drives, lower implement, set parking brake, Index information on the engine emissions label. stop engine and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, Service and Maintenance cleaning or repairing. ...
- Page 10 Operational Warnings WARNING • Always use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the raised position. Units with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors: Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force to • Never use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the down penetrate skin and cause serious injury.
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Page 11: Safety Decals
4) Mounting hardware that is of a grade lesser than deformed, or the buckle is damaged or cracked. The seat specified. belt should latch and release easily. Safety Decals 5) Machine GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight), including attachments, restrained payload, fuel and operator, in Read the safety decals before operating your unit. - Page 12 5109104 - Decal, Main Safety Loss of control and roll-over hazard. Operating on slopes can be hazardous and cause loss of control and roll-overs. • Do not operate on slope over 15 degrees. • Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
- Page 13 Keep hands and feet away from deck. Do not operate mower unless discharge chute or entire grass catcher is in its proper place. 5061245 - Decal, Pinch Point 5104083 - Decal, Caution, 5100683 - Decal, Warning, Folding Roll Bar ROPS Removed Safety alert triangle.
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Page 14: Safety Interlock System
Hand (High Pressure) Low overhanging obstacles hazard. Check for overhead clearances before driving The hand (high pressure) warning label is a wrap around under any objects. Do not allow roll bar to label that is install on the high-pressure fuel line. contact low overhanging obstacles, such as See authorized engine manufacturer service dealer for tree branches and guide wires. -
Page 15: Features And Controls
• Operator moves ground speed control levers out of their D. Deck Lift Lock Lever and Lockout Plate neutral positions before disengaging parking brake. E. Ground Speed Control Levers Test 4 - Blade Brake Check F. Fuel Level Gauge G. Instrument Control Panel Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within seven (7) seconds after electric PTO H. - Page 16 NEUTRAL REVERSE D. NEUTRAL LOCK POSITION Moving a lever forward (A, Figure 9) from the NEUTRAL position (B) increases the FORWARD speed of the associated wheel, and pulling back (C) on a lever increases the REVERSE speed. Moving a levers outwards (D) from the NEUTRAL position locks the levers in the NEUTRAL position.
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Page 17: Instrument Control Panel
Instrument Control Panel E. Retractable Seat Belt: The seat belt is used to secure the operator to the seat. Note: The seat belt should always be worn when the Roll Bar is in the raised position. The seat belt should never be worn when the Roll Bar is in the down position. -
Page 18: Operation
Ignition Switch - 3 Position: The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has three positions: Decrease Engine RPM Button: Press this button to incrementally decrease the engine throttle speed. OFF: Stops the engine and shuts off the electrical system. -
Page 19: Checks Before Starting
2. Loosen the vent screw (A, Figure 14) on the water separator. WARNING Do NOT load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck using two separate ramps. Only use a single ramp that is at least one foot wider than the width of the rear wheels of this rider. This rider has a zero turning radius and the rear wheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider could tip over injuring the operator or bystanders. ... -
Page 20: Adjusting The Throttle Control
2. Turn the key to the RUN/HEAT position. Hold the key 1. Return the ground speed control levers to the NEUTRAL in the position. The digital display panel will display the position to stop the rider's movement. Pivot the levers message "WAIT TO START"... - Page 21 Reverse Travel Practice LOOK DOWN & BEHIND, then gradually move both ground speed control levers evenly BACK from neutral. Slow down and repeat. NOTE: Practice backing up for several minutes before attempting to do so near objects. The rider turns sharply in FIRST place your hands onto the levers as shown. reverse as well as forward, and backing up straight takes practice.
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Page 22: Mowing
As you become more familiar and experienced with operating the Zero Turn rider, you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable. Remember, the more you practice, the better your control of the Zero Turn will be! Mowing 1. - Page 23 • Avoid mowing after rain or even heavy dew, and never mulch when the grass is wet (moist grass does not mulch well, and clumps beneath the mower deck). Mowing Patterns Always start mowing on a smooth, level area. The size and type of area to be mowed will determine the best mowing pattern to use.
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Page 24: Pushing The Rider By Hand
The remainder of the mowing should be done in the opposite The best mulching action typically results from cutting only direction so that the clippings are dispersed OUT onto the the top ½ inch to 3/4 inch of grass blade. This provides area of lawn previously cut. -
Page 25: Raise And Lower The Roll Bar
Raise and Lower the Roll Bar 6. Rotate the retainer pins so that the handle of the pin is pointing down and then install the hair pin clips into the retainer pins. WARNING To raise the roll bar: Avoid serious injury or death from roll over: •... -
Page 26: Maintenance Schedule
if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure used for once a month. If battery is left in unit, disconnect the human or animal habitation. negative cable. 11. Drain fuel system completely or add a diesel fuel stabilizer to the fuel system. If you have chosen to use WARNING a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system, Never store the unit, with diesel fuel in engine or fuel... -
Page 27: Maintenance Procedures
Maintenance Procedures time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the digital display panel. Service and Maintenance Safety The digital display panel depicts both engine hours and PTO run time hours. The maintenance intervals are based on the WARNING engine hours as displayed by the digital display panel. -
Page 28: Using The Digital Display Panel
mounts. Remove the hardware and ISO mounts that 3. Use the UP or DOWN arrow to select BRIGHTNESS and secure the plate and ECM to the frame. then press the CONFIRM button. 6. Remove the ground wire from the ECM. 4. -
Page 29: High-Pressure Fuel Lines
and increases the ability of ULSD to store static charge. 1. Press the MENU button. Refineries may have treated the fuel with a static dissipating 2. Use the UP or DOWN arrow to select UTILITIES and then additive. Many factors can reduce the effectiveness of the press the CONFIRM button. -
Page 30: Servicing The Fuel Filter And Water Separator
Drain the water separator every 25 hours or whenever water NOTICE Do not use Kerosene in place of diesel fuel or is visible in the bowl. mix with diesel fuel. Kerosene will damage the engine. Consult the engine manufacturer’s manual for specific fuel Replace the filters in both the fuel filter and water separator recommendations. -
Page 31: Check/Add Engine Oil Level
NOTICE The water separator is under suction during normal engine operation. Ensure that the drain valve is tightened securely to help prevent air from entering the fuel system. Check/Add Engine Oil Level Interval: Before each use. 1. Use the engine oil dipstick (A, Figure 34) to check the engine oil level. -
Page 32: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
NOTICE The engine manufacturer recommends that you do not fill the oil filter with oil before installing. This oil would not be filtered and could become contaminated. Contaminated oil can cause accelerated wear to engine components or engine damage. 9. Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled oil. 10. -
Page 33: Service Air Filter
Service Air Filter The engine manufacturer recommends that the cooling system be cleaned and the flushed before the recommended Refer to the engine owner's manual for air filter service maintenance interval conditions exist: instructions. • The engine overheats frequently. Check/Add Coolant Level •... -
Page 34: Check/Add Hydraulic Oil Level
Check/Add Hydraulic Oil Level oil reservoir. Have a suitable container ready to catch any Note: Do not open the hydraulic oil reservoir unless oil is spilled oil. Ferris recommends this be a dealer-only service being added. item. 1. Visually check that the hydraulic oil level is filled to the 1. -
Page 35: Checking Tire Pressures
2. Fill the new filter with oil. Lubricate the new filter seal with 1. The gearbox's fill plug (B) is located on the front of the a few drops of oil. gearbox. Remove the fill plug from the gearbox. 3. Remove the oil filter and quickly thread the new filter onto 2. -
Page 36: Lubricating The Front Casters
2. Grease the front caster. 3. Remove the 1/4-28 grease fitting and reinstall the 1/4-28 bolt. 4. Repeat the process for the other side of the unit. Servicing the Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blades CAUTION Laceration hazard Mower blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when handling, or working near, mower blades. - Page 37 Inspecting the Mower Blades Sharpening the Mower Blades DANGER WARNING Thrown objects hazard Thrown objects and fire hazard Avoid injury: a worn or damaged mower blade can break Grinding mower blades throws sparks and fine metal and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator's particles that are capable of igniting gasoline and gasoline area or bystander's area resulting in serious personal injury vapors, and that can injure unprotected eyes.
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Page 38: Seat Adjustment (Suspension Seat)
3. Check the balance of the mower blade. If either end of the mower blade moves downward is heavier than the other. Sharpen the heavy end until balance is achieved. See Sharpening the Mower Blades for sharpening Seat Adjustment Lever (Forwards / Backwards): The instructions. -
Page 39: Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment
2. Remove the center hardware (D). 3. Move the head rest assembly up and down until the desired head rest height is achieved and the hole in the seat align with one of the four (4) holes (E) in the head rest assembly. -
Page 40: Deck Lift Lock Lever Lockout Plate Operation
WARNING Pinch Point Hazard When pressing the deck lift pedal (A), keep your foot (B) on the pedal to avoid a potential pinching hazard as the deck height link (C) moves forward. The mower deck can now be raised to the TRANSPORT position without the deck lift lock lever engaging. -
Page 41: Neutral Adjustment
Neutral Position and Return Spring 1. Press down on the hood and move the hood latch (A, Adjustment Figure 60) to the left to release the hood latch. To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral position, perform the following steps: 1. - Page 42 3. Block up the mower deck until all deck lift linkages are 1. Park the unit on a flat, level surface such as a concrete slack. floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn 4. To adjust the inner lift rod (A, Figure 65): Loosen the the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition key.
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Page 43: Deck Leveling Adjustment
Deck Leveling Adjustment Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. Determining if the Deck Leveling Needs to be Adjusted 1. Park the unit on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition key. ... -
Page 44: Deck Lift Assist Springs
Do NOT attempt to adjust the spring length or lifting performance will be compromised. Parking Brake Adjustment 1. Park the unit on a flat, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition key. 2. -
Page 45: Rear Tire Camber Adjustment
1. Park the unit on a flat, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn WARNING the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition key. Use two hands when adjusting the shock springs. This will 2. -
Page 46: Long Left Hand Deck Belt Replacement
4. Pull the slack of the belt towards the center of the deck and then remove the long left hand belt (D) from the adjustable idler pulley (E) and its belt guide (F). 5. Remove the old long left hand belt from the gear box 4. -
Page 47: Short Right Hand Deck Belt Replacement (72" Mower Deck)
12. Re-install the mower deck guards and the floor pan. 13. Run the mower under no-load condition for about five (5) minutes to break in the new belts. 5. Rotate the spindle drive idler arm (E) clockwise, which will relieve the tension on the short right hand belt (F) Short Right Hand Deck Belt Replacement exerted from the idler arm. -
Page 48: Pto Clutch Drive Belt Replacement
16. Run the mower under no-load condition for about five (5) minutes to break in the new belts. PTO Clutch Drive Belt Replacement 1. Park the unit on a flat, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition key. -
Page 49: Pump Drive Belt Replacement
17. Loosen the jam nut (C) on the spring anchor (D). 18. Turn the adjustment nut (E) until the measurement of 8-1/4" (20,9 cm) is achieved. 19. Tighten the jam nut. 20. Install the skid plate and rear bumper assembly. 21. -
Page 50: Fuse Location And Identification
24. Turn the adjustment nut (E) until the measurement of Note: The spacers shims are added as needed for proper 8" (20,3 cm) is achieved. alignment during manufacturing. Figure 82 depicts three (3) 25. Install the PTO clutch drive belt. See PTO Clutch Drive shims but your unit might have a different number of shims. -
Page 51: Deck Shut Down Module
Callout Function Amperage Fuse/Relay • The PTO switch must be disengaged before it can be re- engaged. 12 Volt Outlet 20 amp Fuse Engine 30 amp Fuse Cleaning the Battery and Cables Cat Tool 5 amp Fuse This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free 691MF battery. Display 2 amp Fuse... -
Page 52: Battery Service
Battery Service WARNING For your personal safety, use extreme care when jump WARNING starting. Never expose battery to open flame or electric Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the spark – battery action generates hydrogen gas which is gasses coming from it are highly explosive. -
Page 53: 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. Remove ignition key prior to performing maintenance on the 9. If the vehicle does not start after cranking for ten unit. -
Page 54: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems
Problem: Engine exhaust is black. Problem: Excessive mower vibration. Cause Remedy Blade mounting bolts are loose. Tighten the blade mounting bolts to 120 ft-lbs (163 Nm). Dirty air filter. Replace air filter. See the engine manufacturer's operator's manual. Mower blades, spindles, or pulleys Check and replace as necessary. -
Page 55: Specifications
Problem: Scalping Problem: Stringers Scalping is when the mower deck comes close to or hits the ground. Stringers are sparse patches of uncut grass left behind the mower. Scalping can be caused by the mower deck misadjustment, unevenness in Stringers are usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance. the lawn, or by mower deck bouncing because the ground speed is too fast. -
Page 56: Warranty
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Warranty service is available only through Ferris Authorized or country to country.** Service Dealers. This warranty only covers defects in WARRANTY PERIOD materials or workmanship. - Page 57 caused by lack of maintenance or use of non-original or non- equivalent parts is not covered by warranty. Normal Wear and Tear - Like all mechanical devices, the unit is subject to wear even when properly maintained. This warranty does not cover replacement or repairs when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment.
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