Table of Contents: Fuse Location and Identification........30 Check / Fill Transmission Oil Level........ 30 Products Covered by This Manual........3 Transaxle Oil Filter Change........... 30 Identification Tag Location..........3 Purging the Air from the Hydraulic System....32 Operator Safety..............3 Checking Tire Pressures..........
Your unit may feature a serial tag that looks like either one of Turn Stand-On Mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed the following two options: your confidence in the Ferris brand. When operated and maintained according to the manuals, your Ferris product will provide many years of dependable service.
Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can result in death or serious injury. be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your local authorized dealer.
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Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Slopes are a major while it is running! Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and factor related to accidents, which can result in severe injury or switches) in place and working. death. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep, where you To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause equipped with an operator-present safety system.
Enclosed Areas meter, or angle gauge). Dial type (C) or digital type (D) work, others may not. Read and obey the user instructions supplied with the angle finder tool. 3. Put the two (2) feet long straight edge along the steepest part of the lawn slope.
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• Check that operator’s presence controls, safety switches • Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not trailer or truck. operate unless they are functioning properly. • Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.
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Children DANGER Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit Wet or soft slope hazard and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will Wet or soft slopes can cause sliding and loss of control remain where you last saw them.
If any safety decals become worn or damaged and and use insulated tools. cannot be read, order replacement decals from your local authorized Ferris servicing dealer. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
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Decal, Warning, Tank Overfill Part Number: 5110898 * Located near the transmission fans. A. Part Number: 84007896 - Decal, Danger, Cut Hand/ Foot B. Part Number: 5110898 - Decal, Warning, Tank Overfill C. Part Number: 84008379 - Decal, Dash Panel, Warning D.
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DANGER Amputation hazard. Rotating blades cut off arms and legs. • Stop the mower when children or others are near. • Do not carry riders (especially children) even with the blades off. • Look down, behind and to the side before changing directions.
5109463 - Decal, Tank Overfill, CE If any safety decals become worn or damaged and cannot be read, order replacement decals from your local authorized Ferris servicing dealer. * Located near the transmission fans. A. Part Number: 7106109 - Decal, Discharge Safety Export B.
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Danger - Fire Hazard: Keep Warning: Consult technical unit free of grass, leaves literature before performing and excess oil. Do not add technical repairs or fuel while engine is hot maintenance. When leaving or running. Stop engine, the machine, shutoff engine, remove key and allow to set the parking brake to the cool for at least 3 minutes...
Danger - Amputation Warning: Sulfuric acid can cause hazard: Do not mow when blindness or severe burns - Always children or others are around. wear safety goggles or a face shield when Never carry riders especially, working on or near a battery. children even with the blades off.
Deck Lift Lever, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin, and Deck Lift Release Button: The deck lift lever (B, Figure 6), cutting WARNING height adjustment pin (A), and deck lift release button (C) are If the unit does not pass a safety test, do NOT operate it. used together to control the cutting height of the mower deck.
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The ground speed control levers cannot be moved from the NEUTRAL position until the parking brake lever is moved to the DISENGAGED position. Note: The further a lever is moved away from the neutral position the faster the drive wheel will turn. See Driving the Zero-Turn Riding Mower section for steering instructions.
Instrument Control Panel Briggs & Stratton Fuel Injected Models: "A" - Hour Glass Icon - The hour glass icon flashes when the hour meter is recording the passage of time. "B" - Mode Icon - The mode icon will display an "E" when displaying engine hours, and a "P"...
WARNING • Never allow passengers to ride on the unit. PTO (Power Take Off) Switch: The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower blades. Pull UP on the • Before leaving the operator’s platform for any reason, switch to engage, and push DOWN to disengage. engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and remove the key. ...
method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut 1. While standing on the operator's platform, engage down follow the procedure given in Stopping the Unit. the parking brake, make sure that the PTO switch is disengaged, and that the ground speed control levers are Stopping the Unit in the NEUTRAL position.
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For operator’s learning to drive the machine it is recommended that the slowest speed setting (position # 1) be used until the operator is comfortable driving the machine. FIRST, place your hands on the ground speed control levers To adjust the Maximum Forward Speed Bar to the desired and the maximum forward speed bar as shown.
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Note: Straight forward travel takes practice. If the unit veers Practice Turning In Place to either direction while both ground speed controls levers are pressed against the maximum forward speed bar see Tracking Adjustment in the Maintenance Procedures section. Reverse Travel Practice To turn in place, “Zero-Turn,”...
This technique turns the rider LEFT and slightly overlaps Note: It is best practice to engage the PTO with the throttle the row just cut, eliminating the need to back up and re-cut set at the minimum throttle position necessary to engage the missed grass.
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The amount of grass you are able to cut in one pass is also If you hear the engine slowing down, you are mowing too effected by the type of mowing system you are using (for fast—using a slower ground speed will improve the cutting example, broadcasting with side discharge decks can process efficiency of the blades and prevents many common cutting a much larger volume of grass than mulching does).
manual gear models). If you hear the engine slowing down 2. Raise the operator support cushion to gain access to you are mowing too fast, use a slower ground speed. the transmission release levers (A, Figure 21) which are located on the back of the engine deck. There is How Much Grass to Cut Off When Broadcasting: one transmission release lever on each transmission.
and have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions and storage precautions in this manual to WARNING prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline Never store the unit, with fuel in the engine or fuel tank, fumes.
UNIT MAINTENANCE Every 400 Hours or Yearly Change hydraulic oil filter. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Before each use Check engine oil level. Clean visible debris from engine compartment and mower deck. Every 50 Hours Inspect / Clean spark arrester.** Every 100 Hours Check fuel filter.
Oil Change Interval: Every 500 hours. Carbureated Models: The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between fuel tank and carburetor, near the fuel pump. Important: Always make sure that the mower is parked on a flat, level surface when checking the engine oil level. Fuel Injected Models: The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and fuel pump.
To catch the drained engine oil, place a suitable container underneath the oil drain valve. 7. Remove the oil drain hose from it's storage location. 8. Remove the cap from the drain spout of the oil drain valve. 9. To operate the oil drain valve, turn counter-clockwise to open and drain the engine oil into a suitable container.
Engine Maintenance For engine maintenance schedules and procedures, please refer to the engine operator's manual. Containing Spilled Fluids and Proper Disposal of Waste Make sure that fluids are contained when performing inspection, maintenance, testing, adjustment, and repair of the unit. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable leakproof containers before opening or disassembling any component containing fluids.
wood can be used to support the operator support cushion in the upright position while servicing the components beneath the control tower. 1. Locate the transmission oil tanks. The transmission oil tanks are located on the right side of the engine between the engine and the battery box.
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9. Remove the dust cap (A, Figure 33) from the center port of the transaxle service valve. 10. To add oil to the system, use a hand pump that is rated Note: It is recommended that the hydraulic oil change be at less than 10 psi (0,7 bar). A pump rated at or above 10 performed on one transaxle at a time.
13. Make sure that the transaxle release levers are in the rear tires do not contact the ground. Position jack stands engaged (run) position. See Pushing the Unit by Hand. under the rear of the machine to secure it. 14. Start the engine and allow the engine a few moments to 2.
Not all greases are compatible. Your product is manufactured using Heavy Duty Lithium Complex EP, NLGI grade 2 grease (p/n 5109902X1). It is recommended that you service your product with similar grease. 5109902X1 is available through your normal part source. Using non-compatible grease could damage or cause premature parts failures.
2. Grease the front caster. 3. Remove the 1/4-28 grease fitting and reinstall the 1/4-28 DANGER bolt. Thrown objects hazard 4. Repeat the process for the other side of the unit. Avoid injury: a worn or damaged mower blade can break and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator's Servicing the Mower Blades area or bystander's area resulting in serious personal injury...
5. Use a grinder, hand file, or electric blade sharpener to 1. Install each mower blade with the air lifts (C, Figure 44) sharpen the mower blades by removing an equal amount pointing up towards the mower deck as shown in Figure of material from the cutting edge of each end of the blade.
2. Without touching the ground speed control levers disengage the parking brake. If the unit moves, the neutral systems on the transaxles are not correctly adjusted. See your authorized Ferris servicing dealer. Neutral Lockout and Tracking Adjustment Before making adjustments to the neutral lockout or the unit's tracking, be sure to check the following: •...
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Left Hand Side Lockout Bolt Adjustment 2. Chock the front wheels of the unit to prevent movement and disengage the parking brake. 3. Engage the parking brake by pulling the parking brake 1. Observe the left hand side lockout bolt (A, Figure 49). lever (A, Figure 47) up and back while moving both It should be positioned so that it is in the center of the ground speed control levers forward back and forth, so...
1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface such as a 1. Observe the alignment of the right side ground speed concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking control lever (A, Figure 51) as compared to the left side brake, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ground speed control lever (B).
3. Turn the hex adjusters on the deck linkages (C) clockwise to raise the mower deck or counter- WARNING clockwise to lower the mower deck. Avoid Injury! Mower blades are sharp. 4. Re-check the measurements at all four positions and Always wear gloves when handling blades or working near adjust as necessary until the deck measures correctly. ...
11. Loosen the jam nut (C) on the eye bolt (D). 12. Turn the adjustment nut (E) until the measurement is WARNING achieved. Use extreme caution when rotating the idler arm with the breaker bar, due to the increased tension in the spring 13.
4. Loosen the hardware that secures the PTO clutch anchor (C) to the engine deck and rotate the PTO clutch anchor away from the slot in the PTO clutch. 5. Loosen the jam nut (D) on the spring anchor eye bolt (E). 6.
If there is any doubt about the cause of the problem, see WARNING your authorized Ferris servicing dealer. If you need to replace Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery. the battery, follow the steps under Cleaning the Battery and Cables.
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the use of a battery charger and hydrometer, have the battery serviced by your dealer. 2. Add distilled water sufficient to cover the plate (fill to the proper level near the end of the charge). If the battery is extremely cold, allow it to warm before adding water because the water level will rise as it warms.
11. Remove the other cable by disconnecting at the Problem: Engine will not turnover or start. discharged battery first and then disconnect the opposite Engine flooded. Carbureted Models: Move choke end from the booster battery. control to the closed position. Fuel Injected Models: See authorized 12.
Problem: Engine runs but mower will not drive. Problem: Mower deck drive belt slips or fails to drive. Transmission drive belt is slipping. See problem and cause below. Cause Remedy Brake is not fully released. See authorized service dealer. Idler pulley spring broken or not Repair or replace as needed.
For complete engine specifications see the engine Problem: Stepped Cutting manufacturer's operator's manual included with your unit. Fits models: 5901852 & 5901947 Kawasaki FX801V Make Kawasaki Model FX801V-FS18-R Electrical System 12 volt, 15 amp charging coil; Battery: 340 cca Fits models: 5901854, 5901853, 5901873, 5901948, Cause Remedy 5901949, ...
90 days ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY as noted below + 500 hours, whichever occurs first. Warranty service is available only through Ferris Authorized Unlimited hours during the first 2 years (24 Service Dealers. This warranty only covers defects in months) materials or workmanship. It does not cover damage caused...
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covered under this warranty. Warranty coverage will also not be provided if the serial number on the product has been removed or the product has been altered or modified in any way, or if the product has evidence of abuse such as impact damage, or water/chemical corrosion damage.
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