Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting Charts - Ferris IS600 Series Operator's Manual

8. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery.
Wait a few minutes, then attempt to start the engine of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
9. If the vehicle does not start after cranking for ten
(10) seconds, STOP PROCEDURE. More than ten
(10) seconds seldom starts the engine unless some
mechanical adjustment is made. Allow a sixty (60) second
cool down period between starting attempts. Failure to
follow these guidelines can burn out starter motor.
10. After starting, allow the engine to return to idle speed.
Remove the cable connection at the engine or frame.
Then remove the other end of the same cable from the
booster battery.
11. Remove the other cable by disconnecting at the
discharged battery first and then disconnect the opposite
end from the booster battery.
12. Discard the damp cloths that were placed over the battery
vent caps.
WARNING
Any procedure other than the preceding could result in:
(a) personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the
battery vents,
(b) personal injury or property damage due to battery
explosion,
(c) damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or
of the immobilized vehicle.
Do not attempt to jump start a vehicle having a frozen
battery because the battery may rupture or explode. If a
frozen battery is suspected, examine all fill vents on the
battery. If ice can be seen or if the electrolyte fluid cannot
be seen, do not attempt to start with jumper cables as long
as the battery remains frozen.

Troubleshooting

While normal care and regular maintenance will extend
the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may
eventually require that service be performed to allow it to
continue to operating properly.
This troubleshooting guide lists the most common problems,
their causes and remedies.
Refer to Maintenance Procedures for instructions on how
to perform most of these minor adjustments and service
repairs yourself. If you prefer, all of these procedures can be
performed for you by your local authorized dealer.
WARNING
Remove ignition key prior to performing maintenance on the
unit.
To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the unit
or mower deck only when the engine is stopped and the
parking brake is engaged.
Always remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and fasten it away from the plug(s) before beginning
the maintenance, to prevent accidental starting of the
engine.

Troubleshooting Charts

Troubleshooting the Zero-Turn Rider
Problem: Engine will not turnover or start.
Cause
Parking brake not engaged.
PTO (electric clutch) switch in ON
position.
Out of fuel.
Ground speed control levers not
locked in neutral position.
Operator not in seat.
Glow plugs not pre-heated.
Fuse blown.
Battery terminals require cleaning.
Battery discharged or dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Solenoid or starter motor faulty.
Safety interlock switch faulty.
Water in fuel.
Fuel is old or stale.
Problem: Engine starts hard or runs poorly.
Cause
Fuel mixture too rich.
Air in the fuel system.
Problem: Engine knocks.
Cause
Low engine oil level.
Using wrong grade oil.
Problem: Excessive oil consumption.
Cause
Engine running too hot.
Using wrong weight oil.
Too much engine oil in crankcase.
Remedy
Engage parking brake.
Place in OFF position.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then
fill the fuel tanks. Prime the fuel
system.
Position the ground speed control
levers in the NEUTRAL position.
Assume operator's position in seat.
Pre-heat the glow plugs.
Replace fuse.
Clean the battery terminals.
Recharge or replace.
Visually check wiring and replace
broke or frayed wires. Tighten loose
connections.
See authorized service dealer.
Replace as needed. See authorized
service dealer.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Remedy
Clean air filter.
Prime the fuel system.
Remedy
Check/Add engine oil as required.
See the engine manufacturer's
operator's manual.
Remedy
Clean radiator screens and air
cleaner.
See the engine manufacturer's
operator's manual.
Drain excess engine oil.
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