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Ferris IS2600Z Series Dealer Service Manual

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  • Page 2 Table of Contents: Checking Tire Pressures..........31 Check / Add Gearbox Oil Level........31 Products Covered by This Manual........3 Change the Gearbox Oil..........31 Declaration of Conformity Statement......... 3 Lubrication..............32 Identification Tag Location..........3 Lubricating the Front Casters.........33 CE Identification Tag Markings........... 3 Servicing the Mower Blades...........33 Operator Safety..............
  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Ferris Commercial Zero Turn Mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Ferris brand. When operated and maintained according to the manuals, your Ferris product will provide many years of dependable service.
  • Page 4 injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard. DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
  • Page 5 Read the Manual operate on a slope greater than 15 degrees (a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length).  Avoid turning down slopes; if possible turn up slopes. Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes. Reduce speed and use extreme caution on ALL slopes. ...
  • Page 6 attempt to alter or bypass the system. See your dealer Check for overhead clearances before driving under any immediately if the system does not pass all the safety objects. Do not allow the roll bar to contact low overhanging interlock system tests found in this manual.  obstacles such as tree branches and guide wires. ...
  • Page 7 Slope Identification Guide Training • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them. •...
  • Page 8 conditions can affect the machines stability. Use caution • OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing when operating near drop-offs.  protection when exposed to sound levels greater than 85 dBA for an 8 hour time period. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down, behind and to the side before changing directions. ...
  • Page 9 • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.  • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed with a plastic bed liner. Always place containers on the • Do not mow slopes if you cannot back up them.  ground away from your vehicle before filling. ...
  • Page 10 Roll Bar Instructions first and the positive last. Reconnect positive first and negative last.  For models equipped with factory-installed Roll Over • Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s) or Protection System (ROPS). wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them. Only replace blades.
  • Page 11 • EVERY 100 HOURS - Inspect the ROLL BAR structure 1) Check for dirt or debris in the retraction mechanism. If and mounting hardware for: dirt or debris is found, it should be removed.  1) Any cracks in the structure (structural members and/or 2) Check to make sure the retraction mechanism retracts welds).
  • Page 12 **** Located on the front of the ROPS pockets on the frame of Danger - Tipping and slipping the unit. hazard: Operating on slopes can be hazardous and cause a loss A. Part Number: 5106565 of control and roll-overs. Do not operate on slopes over 15* degrees.
  • Page 13 Danger: Fire Hazard: Keep unit free of Danger: Dismemberment: This machine grass, leaves and excess oil. Do not add fuel can crush and cut. Keep hands away from while engine is hot or running. Stop engine, belts and pulleys. remove key and allow to cool for at least 3 minutes prior to adding fuel.
  • Page 14  2.) Crushing Hazard, Mower: (1.) Park machine on flat level ground and engage the parking brake; (2.) Stop the engine and remove the ignition key; (3.) Properly jack the machine and secure with jack stands before working under the machine.  Safety Interlock System This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.
  • Page 15 Zero-Turn Rider Controls Cutting Height Storage Hole for Deck Lift Lock Adjustment Cutting Height Lever Adjustment Pin Callout  Control Name  A  Deck Lift Pedal  B  Cutting Height Adjustment Pin  Parking Brake: Pull the parking brake lever up C  Deck Lift Lock Lever  and back to engage the parking brake.
  • Page 16 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. Transmission Release Levers: Icon Control Name Transmission Release Levers Each transmission is equipped with a transmission release lever.
  • Page 17 Instrument Control Panel "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" when displaying PTO Throttle Control hours.
  • Page 18 HEAT/RUN: Turning the key to this position prior to starting the engine heats the glow WARNING plug(s). After the engine starts, the ignition Do NOT load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck using returns to this position and allows the engine two separate ramps.
  • Page 19 of the machine allows fuel to flow (C), turning the valve 90 In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this degrees from that position shuts off the flow of fuel (B).  method only in emergency situations.
  • Page 20 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.
  • Page 21 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 22 • 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.
  • Page 23 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 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch of grass blade. This provides area of lawn previously cut.
  • Page 24 1. Pull the hair pin clips (A, Figure 22) out of the retainer pins (B). 2. Push or pull the top of the roll bar (C) forward against the spring clips (D) and remove the retainer pins (B). 3. Lower the roll bar and reinstall the retainer pins and hair 4.
  • Page 25 • If temperature is expected to drop below 35 degrees, refer to Long Term Storage, Item 2 Long Term Storage (Longer Than 30 Days) Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section, then perform the following steps: 1.
  • Page 26 4. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. See engine manual for UNIT MAINTENANCE recommendations. Initial Change of Hydraulic Oil 5. See engine owner’s manual and follow all instructions for Every 250 Hours preparing engine after storage. Change Gearbox Oil 6.
  • Page 27 Servicing the Fuel Filter This unit is equipped with two fuel filters. One is a water separator (A, Figure 25) and the other is a fuel filter (B). Both filters are located in the engine compartment of the unit. The water separator is located on the right side of the engine and the fuel filter is located on the left side of the engine by the fuel pump (C).
  • Page 28 10. Reopen the fuel tank shut off valves when complete.  7. Add new oil through the engine oil fill (E). See the engine operator’s manual for specific oil recommendations. To Drain the Water Separator:  8. Re-install the dipstick. Refer to engine owners manual for specific water separator service procedures. ...
  • Page 29 cap may induce air into the cooling system and may cause 6. If the coolant level is insufficient, remove the cap (C) from overheating. the reservoir and add coolant to the LOW (COLD) mark. 7. Reinstall the cap to the overflow bottle. 1.
  • Page 30 The level of oil in both transmission tanks must be checked, and if necessary, filled. Oil Type: SAE 20W-50 motor oil 1. Raise the seat plate to gain access to the transmission oil tanks (A, Figure 30). 3. After the oil has drained from the transaxle, remove the oil filter (C) from the transaxle housing.
  • Page 31 not contact the ground. Position jack stands under the rear bumper of the unit to secure it. 2. Open the transaxle’s bypass valves (see Pushing the Unit by Hand for the location and function of the bypass valves), start the engine, release the parking brake, and slowly move the unit’s ground speed control levers in both forward and reverse directions (5 to 6 times), as air is purged from the unit, the oil level will drop.
  • Page 32 8. Replace the drain plug.  9. Remove the oil fill plug (C) and fill with Amsoil® SAE 75W-140 weight gear oil (or equivalent) until oil starts to seep from the fill hole, then replace the oil fill plug.  10. Using a parts solvent, thoroughly clean any excess oil that may have spilled on the pulley, pulley grooves, and/ or PTO clutch. ...
  • Page 33 Lubricating the Front Casters Interval: Front caster wheel axles (A, Figure 36) - Every 25 hours. Interval: Front caster yoke axles - Yearly. 2. Using a wrench, remove the bolt securing the blade to the 1. Remove the 1/4-28 bolt (B, Figure 36) screwed into the spindle.
  • Page 34 Balancing the Mower Blades CAUTION Thrown objects hazard An unbalanced mower blade can create excessive vibration and damage the unit, or cause mower blade failure resulting in thrown debris. Be sure blade is balanced before installing. 1. Clean the blade to remove any dried grass or other debris.
  • Page 35  To Adjust the Handle Alignment  Loosen the mount bolts (A, Figure 44) and pivot the lever(s) (C) to align with each other.   To Adjust the Handle Placement  2. Wedge a wooden block (D) between the mower blade and the mower deck housing to keep the mower blade Loosen the jam nuts and adjust the placement bolt (B) in or from turning and torque the blade mounting bolt to 120 ft.
  • Page 36 3. Tighten the securing nut when adjustment is complete. 3. Press the deck lift pedal forward and then push the lock lever towards the right to release the lock. 4. Slowly release the deck lift foot pedal until it comes to rest WARNING against the cutting height adjustment pin.
  • Page 37 Note: Perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine. 2. There are two nuts (B, Figure 50) on the linkage rod. Loosen the nuts from the ball joints and turn the linkage rod (A) to adjust.
  • Page 38 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. Chock the wheels of the unit to prevent movement. 3.
  • Page 39 3. Block up the mower deck until all hanger chains are 2. Lock the deck lift pedal in the TRANSPORT position. slack.  Place the cutting height adjustment pin in the 4" position and lower the deck lift pedal until the deck lift arm 4.
  • Page 40 7. Remove the blocking from under the mower deck. 3. Turn the hex adjusters on the deck linkages (C) clockwise to raise the mower deck or counter- 8. Re-check the measurements from the tips of the mower clockwise to lower the mower deck. blades to the ground.
  • Page 41 Do NOT attempt to adjust the spring length or lifting performance will be compromised. Configuring the Mower Deck for Side Discharge This procedure details the steps for configuring the mower deck for side discharge. 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface such as a concrete floor.
  • Page 42 5. Attach the block off plate (A) to the mower deck using the four (4) 5/16 carriage bolts (B) and 5/16 hex nylock flange nuts (C). 6. Attach the rear deflector (D, Figure 63) to the mower deck (C). Put the 5/16 bolts (A) and washers (B) up through the mower deck, the rear deflector, the retainer plate (E), and secure using the 5/16 hex nylock flange nuts (F). ...
  • Page 43 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface such as a concrete floor. Engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition key. 2. Removing the mower deck from underneath the zero-turn rider will make the process of configuring the mower deck easier so it is recommended that you remove the mower deck from underneath the unit to perform this procedure.
  • Page 44 3. With the parking brake engaged measure the left- hand side parking brake spring. The left hand parking brake spring should measure 2-1/2" (6.4 cm) when compressed. 4. If the length of the left hand spring does not measure 11. If the length of the right-hand spring does not measure 2-1/2"...
  • Page 45 5. Re-install the rear drive tires. Torque the lug bolts to 85-95 ft.lbs. (115-129 Nm). Remove the jack stands from under the machine.  To Adjust the Upper Mounting Position (Rear Shocks):    1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the key from the ignition. ...
  • Page 46 Electric PTO Clutch Adjustment. If the belt still does not stop within seven (7) seconds, see Check the Mower Deck Drive Belt Idler your authorized Ferris servicing dealer. Tensioning Spring Length Mower Deck Drive Belt Replacement   ...
  • Page 47 2. Measure the coil-to-coil length (A, Figure 72) of the mower belt idler tensioner spring (B). The measurement should equal 11-1/4" (28,6 cm). If not, perform the Adjust the Mower Deck Drive Belt Idler Tensioning Spring Length procedure.  Adjust the Mower Deck Drive Belt Idler Tensioning Spring Length   ...
  • Page 48 right-side stationary idler pulley (L) and the adjustable 6. Install the new gearbox drive belt on the crankshaft pulley idler pulley (M). Install the belt onto the front stationary (D) and the lower stationary pulley (E). Carefully rotate idler pulley last, making sure that the V-side of the belt fits the breaker bar counter-clockwise and install the belt on into the pulley grooves.
  • Page 49 If there is any doubt about the cause of the problem, see your authorized Ferris servicing dealer. If you need to replace WARNING the battery, follow the steps under Cleaning the Battery and Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery Cables.
  • Page 50 method of making certain a battery is fully charged, but 3. Wear safety glasses and shield eyes and face from not over charged, is to measure the specific gravity of a batteries at all times. Be sure vent caps are tight. Place cell once per hour.
  • Page 51 Refer to Maintenance Procedures for instructions on how Problem: Excessive oil consumption. to perform most of these minor adjustments and service Too much oil in crankcase. Drain excess oil. repairs yourself. If you prefer, all of these procedures can be performed for you by your local authorized dealer.
  • Page 52 Problem: Engine stalls easily with mower engaged. Problem: Streaking Discharge chute jamming with cut Cut grass with discharge pointing Not overlapping cutting rows enough. Overlap your cutting rows grass. towards previously cut area. Not overlapping enough when When turning your effective cutting turning.
  • Page 53 CHASSIS Problem: Uneven Cutting Mower spindle is bent or loose. Repair or replace the spindle. Fuel Tank Capacity: 11 gallons (41.6 L) total Blades are installed incorrectly. Reinstall the blades correctly. Rear Wheels Tires are not properly inflated. Check and inflate the tires. Tire Size (Models w/ 61"...
  • Page 54 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 55 ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY Warranty service is available only through Ferris Authorized Service Dealers. This warranty only covers defects in materials or workmanship. It does not cover damage caused by improper use or abuse, improper maintenance or repair, normal wear and tear, or stale or unapproved fuel.

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