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- Page 2 Table of Contents: Products Covered by This Manual........3 Identification Tag Location..........3 CE Identification Tag Markings........... 3 Operator Safety..............4 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words......4 Operating Safely...............4 Slope Identification Guide..........6 Safety Rules and Information...........6 Safety Decals and Icons..........11 Safety Icons for Optional Jack Kit Accessory....13 Safety Interlock System..........14 Features and Controls............14...
- Page 3 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Ferris Commercial Unit Model Number: Zero Turn Mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed Unit Serial Number: your confidence in the Ferris brand. When operated and Mower Deck Model Number: maintained according to the manuals, your Ferris product will (if applicable) provide many years of dependable service.
- Page 4 Operator Safety be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your local authorized dealer. Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words Read the Manual The safety alert symbol identifies safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury.
- Page 5 Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on while it is running! Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate switches) in place and working. wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is steering, control, and possible rollover.
- Page 6 Overhead Obstacles Slope Identification Guide Check for overhead clearances before driving under any objects. Do not allow the roll bar to contact low overhanging obstacles such as tree branches and guide wires. Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing. ...
- Page 7 Training conditions can affect the machines stability. Use caution when operating near drop-offs. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. manual and on the unit before starting. If the operator(s) Always look down, behind and to the side before or mechanic(s) can not read English it is the owner’s changing directions. ...
- Page 8 • OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. protection when exposed to sound levels greater than 85 • Do not mow slopes if you cannot back up them. dBA for an 8 hour time period. Towed Equipment (Ride-On Units) CAUTION •...
- Page 9 • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed first and the positive last. Reconnect positive first and with a plastic bed liner. Always place containers on the negative last. ground away from your vehicle before filling. •...
- Page 10 Roll Bar Instructions • EVERY 100 HOURS - Inspect the ROLL BAR structure and mounting hardware for: For models equipped with factory-installed Roll Over 1) Any cracks in the structure (structural members and/or Protection System (ROPS). welds). 2) Significant corrosion on any part of the ROLL BAR WARNING structure or hardware.
- Page 11 1) Check for dirt or debris in the retraction mechanism. If **** Located on the front of the ROPS pockets on the frame of dirt or debris is found, it should be removed. the unit. 2) Check to make sure the retraction mechanism retracts A.
- Page 12 Danger - Tipping and slipping Danger: Fire Hazard: Keep unit free of hazard: Operating on slopes can grass, leaves and excess oil. Do not add fuel be hazardous and cause a loss while engine is hot or running. Stop engine, of control and roll-overs.
- Page 13 Danger: Dismemberment: This machine can crush and cut. Keep hands away from belts and pulleys. Battery Safety Decal 5100685 - Decal, Warning, Roll Bar Warning: Avoid Serious Injury or Death from Roll Over - Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat belt.
- Page 14 Zero-Turn Rider Controls 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. ...
- Page 15 FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE Cutting Height Adjustment N/A NEUTRAL LOCKOUT POSITION Storage Hole for Cutting Height Adjustment Pin The parking brake must be disengaged before attempting to Deck Lift Lock Lever move the ground speed control levers from the NEUTRAL position. Moving a lever forward (A) from the NEUTRAL position (B) increases the FORWARD speed of the associated wheel, and pulling back (C) on a lever increases the REVERSE speed. ...
- Page 16 Instrument Control Panel Retractable Seat Belt: The seat belt is used to secure the operator to the seat. 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 17 HEAT/RUN: Turning the key to this position prior to starting the engine heats the glow plug(s). After the engine starts, the ignition returns to this position and allows the engine to run and powers the electrical system. START: Cranks the engine for starting. Note: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with the engine stopped—this drains the battery.
- Page 18 of the machine allows fuel to flow (C), turning the valve 90 degrees from that position shuts off the flow of fuel (B). WARNING Do NOT load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck using 1. Make sure that there is fuel in the fuel tanks and that both two separate ramps.
- Page 19 In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in Stopping the Rider. Stopping the Rider 1.
- Page 20 Reverse Travel Practice To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back LOOK DOWN & BEHIND, then gradually move both ground from neutral simultaneously. Repeat several times. speed control levers evenly BACK from neutral. Slow down NOTE: Changing the amount each lever is pulled—forward or and repeat.
- 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 The remainder of the mowing should be done in the opposite mulch when the grass is wet (moist grass does not mulch direction so that the clippings are dispersed OUT onto the well, and clumps beneath the mower deck).
- Page 23 The best mulching action typically results from cutting only the top ½ inch to 3/4 inch of grass blade. This provides short clippings which decompose properly (much more quickly than longer clippings). The ideal cutting height will vary with climate, time of year, and quality of your lawn. We recommend that you experiment with both the cutting height and ground speed until you achieve the best cut.
- Page 24 1. Pull the hair pin clips (A, Figure 22) out of the retainer pins (B). Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on slopes. The surface being driven on greatly impacts traction and stability.
- Page 25 2. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the fill tube. This will cap may induce air into the cooling system and may cause leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. overheating. 3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap. 1.
- Page 26 6. If the coolant level is insufficient, remove the cap (C) from These purge procedures should be implemented any time a the reservoir and add coolant to the LOW (COLD) mark. hydraulic system has been opened to facilitate maintenance or any additional oil has been added to the system. 7.
- Page 27 and available through your normal parts source. Lithium Complex EP-2 NLGI #2 grease may be used if 5022285 is not available. Using a non-compatible grease could damage or cause premature parts failures. control handle pivots seat plate pivots deck lift pivots discharge chute hinge Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts.
- Page 28 Seat Adjustment Remove the mounting hardware and reposition the handle either up or down from its original position. You will need to The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever adjust the handle alignment again as described above. (A, Figure 32) towards the left, position the seat as desired, and then release the lever to lock the seat into position.
- Page 29 To adjust pedal position: 1. Remove the foot pedal (A, Figure 36) from the pedal mount tab (B). To set the cutting height at 1-1/2” (3,37 cm): 1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, press the deck lift foot pedal (C) forward until it locks into the 5" (12,7 cm) 2.
- Page 30 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 31 • Check the engine coolant level. See Check Engine 4. Clean external surfaces and engine. Coolant Level. Add coolant if necessary. 5. Prepare engine for storage. See engine owner’s manual. • Check to see if the radiator screen is dirty or plugged. 6.
- Page 32 Winter fuels are tailored to give ease of starting for cold ENGINE MAINTENANCE weather. Summer fuel may be somewhat heavier than winter Refer to Engine Owner's Manual fuel resulting in slightly better fuel economy and power. Service Air Filter Spring and fall fuel is an average blend between winter and Change Oil &...
- Page 33 ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and Warranty service is available only through Ferris Authorized you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Service Dealers. This warranty only covers defects in or country to country.** ...
- Page 34 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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