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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents: Clean the Engine Compartment Area with Pressurized Air and Water............... 22 General Information.............. 3 Engine Maintenance............22 Using Your Operator's Manual......... 3 Containing Spilled Fluids and Proper Disposal of Waste................22 Products Covered by This Manual........3 Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester........ 23 Product Identification............ -
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. The Illustrated Parts Lists for this machine can be downloaded from ferrismowers.com. Please provide model and serial number when ordering replacement parts. ... - Page 4 ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Engine Model: Engine Type/ Specifications: Engine Code/Serial Number: When contacting your authorized service dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Note: For the location of the engine identification numbers, refer to engine owner's manual. ferrismowers.com...
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Page 5: Operator Safety
Operator Safety • Train operators on the unit in an open, unobstructed area under the direction of an experienced operator. Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of the unit, Preparation severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. -
Page 6: Using A Spark Arrester
Parking Safely • Stop the equipment and inspect the impeller if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make necessary repairs 1. Stop the unit on a flat, level surface and release the before resuming operations. motion control levers. The levers will automatically pivot •... -
Page 7: Avoid Tipping
Avoid Tipping How to measure the slope of a lawn surface with a smartphone or an angle finder tool: • Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. WARNING •... -
Page 8: Checking Wheel Hardware
Checking Wheel Hardware disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools. • An accident could occur causing serious injury if wheel • Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware hardware is not fastened. tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals. •... -
Page 9: Handling Waste Product And Chemicals
C. 5106773FS - Pinch Point Decal D. 5106771FS - Hot Surface Decal WARNING Main Safety Decal If any safety decals become worn or damaged and Part Number: 5107509FS cannot be read, order replacement decals from your local authorized Ferris servicing dealer. -
Page 10: Test The Safety Systems
Danger: Keep hands and feet away. The safety alert triangle signifies important cautions or warnings which MUST be followed. WARNING: Do not smoke while refueling. Do Pinch Point Decal not fill tank while engine is running or while engine is hot. Part Number: 5106773FS DANGER: Keep shields and covers in place while machine is in operation. - Page 11 Result: The engine must not crank. Result: The parking brake must hold the unit stationary. (Unit should move no more than 24 in. (61 cm) in one hour.) If unit Test Neutral Switch (Start) moves more than that, contact your authorized dealer. 1.
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Page 12: Features And Controls
Features and Controls N. Oil Alert Light O. Choke Control P. Throttle Control Control Functions and Locations The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and blowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. - Page 13 D. NEUTRAL - when the levers are released they HEADLIGHT: Allows the engine to run, powers the automatically return to the NEUTRAL position and the electrical system, and turns the headlight on. movement of the unit stops. RUN: Allows the engine to run and powers the E.
- Page 14 If the oil alert light illuminates during operation, stop the unit immediately, turn off the engine, and consult the engine operator's manual. Choke Control Lever Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Move the lever forward to close the choke and rearward to open the choke.
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Page 15: Operation
Operation Starting the Engine WARNING Before First Time Operation Read the operator's manual before attempting to • Be sure to read all information in the Operator Safety and operate this unit. Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. • If you do not understand how a specific control •... - Page 16 Figure 8 depicts the NEUTRAL position. For a gentle right turn, push the left motion control lever further forward than the right motion control lever. Figure 9 depicts the FORWARD travel position. The travel speed depends on how far forward the motion control levers are pushed.
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Page 17: Using The Blower And Deflector Controls
Using the Blower and Deflector Controls When the deflector control is moved BACKWARDS, all deflectors CLOSE. Dual Deflector System (Left Deflector) CAUTION Avoid injury and property damage! DO NOT position The rear deflector (A, Figure 16) is controlled by the deflector discharge where it will blow debris towards people, vehicles, motor (B). -
Page 18: Storage
outwards and engage the parking brake. Close the deflectors, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and remove WARNING the key. Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, 2. Locate the control cable (A, Figure 17) on the rear of the in a heated shelter or in an enclosed, poorly ventilated unit by the hydraulic oil tanks (B). There is one control enclosures. - Page 19 Note: Gasoline, if permitted to stand unused for extended periods (30 days or more), may develop gummy deposits which can adversely affect the engine carburetor and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condition, add a gasoline stabilizer to the fuel tank and run the engine a few minutes, or drain all fuel from the unit before placing it in storage.
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Page 20: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your unit. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the hour meter. UNIT MAINTENANCE Break-In (After First 10 Hours) Check hydraulic fluid level. -
Page 21: Maintenance Procedures
Maintenance Procedures If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows: 1. Turn the fuel shut off valve (A, Figure 18) to OFF. Before Maintaining Your Unit Units Equipped with Electronic Fuel Injected Engines: If electric welding on vehicle, remove battery negative cable (black) from battery negative (-) terminal, and disconnect the ECM electrical connector(s). -
Page 22: Clean The Engine Compartment Area With Pressurized Air And Water
13. Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled oil. Clean the Engine Compartment Area with Pressurized Air and Water 4. Open the oil drain valve (C) fully. Pressurized air and/or water can cause debris and/or hot 5. Allow oil to drain into an oil drain pan. water to be blown out. -
Page 23: Inspect Muffler And Spark Arrester
Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage. Remove the spark arrester, if equipped, and inspect for damage or carbon blockage. If replacement parts are required, make sure to use only original equipment replacement parts. WARNING Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same position as the original parts or fire could result. - Page 24 5. Position both hydraulic bypass valves in the bypass position. CAUTION 10. Remove the oil filter from the transaxle. Dispose of used Skid plate is heavy. filter properly. 11. Remove the drain plug (C) from the transaxle. Allow all 6. Position a jack underneath the skid plate (B) to support fluid to drain.
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Page 25: Purging The Air From The Hydraulic System
24. Perform the Purging the Air from the Hydraulic System 1. Stop the unit on a flat, level surface and release the Procedure. motion control levers. The levers will automatically pivot outwards and engage the parking brake. Close the Purging the Air from the Hydraulic deflectors, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and remove System the key. -
Page 26: Service Parking Brake
7. Install the new belt so that the V-side of the belt goes into the pulley grooves of the engine drive pulley and the left hand side transaxle pulley. 8. Place a 3/4" wrench on the nut of the adjustable idler pulley and rotate the idler arm in a direction that stretches the tension spring. -
Page 27: Neutral Adjustment
For example, it may mean that the alternator is not charging the battery properly. If there is any doubt about the cause of the problem, see your authorized Ferris servicing dealer. If you need to replace... - Page 28 Cleaning the Battery and component. If there is any doubt about the cause of the Cables. problem, see your authorized Ferris servicing dealer. To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by the Charging the Battery battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings included in the OPERATOR SAFETY section of this manual.
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Page 29: Troubleshooting
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. Troubleshooting the Unit FAILURE MODE CAUSE OF PROBLEM... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting The Blower
FAILURE MODE CAUSE OF PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Belt is stretched or worn. Replace belt. Belt tension is too loose. If belt has already been replaced with new belt, then replace tension spring. Parking brake will not hold. Brake is incorrectly adjusted. See authorized service dealer. -
Page 31: Specifications
Specifications Inflation Pressure 22 psi (1,5 bar) Front Wheels Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. Tire Size 13 X 6.50 - 6 ENGINE Inflation Pressure N/A (flat free tire) For complete engine specifications see the engine TRANSMISSIONS manufacturer's operator's manual included with your unit. -
Page 32: Warranty Statement
Unless required under Australian Consumer Law, Ferris shall not be liable under this Warranty to the Customer or any other person in connection with this Warranty, for consequential, direct or indirect damages, loss or costs incurred or suffered by the Customer or any other person;... - Page 33 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. Except as noted in the warranty period, maintenance and wear items such as filters, belts, cutting blades, and brake pads (except engine brake pads) are not covered by warranty due to wear characteristics alone, unless the cause is due to defects in material or workmanship.
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