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Ferris 5901013 Operator's Manual

Is5100z series zero-turn riding mower
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61" Model:
Model
5901013
72" Models:
Tractor
5901011
Mower Deck
5900591
5900592
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
IS5100Z Series
Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Description
33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ 61" Mower Deck & ROPS (IS5100ZC33D)
33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ ROPS (IS5100ZC33D)
72" Side Discharge Mower Deck (5100/72)
72" Rear Discharge Mower Deck (5100/72RD)
5102954
Rev A

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS5100Z Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower 61” Model: Model Description 5901013 33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ 61” Mower Deck & ROPS (IS5100ZC33D) 72” Models: Tractor 5901011 33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ ROPS (IS5100ZC33D) Mower Deck 5900591 72” Side Discharge Mower Deck (5100/72) 5900592 72”...
  • Page 2 Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC. Copyright © 2011 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved. FERRIS is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA. Contact Information: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Operator Safety ..........2 Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Repair ..36 Identification Numbers ..........11 Troubleshooting the Rider ........36 Safety Decals ............12 Troubleshooting the Mower ........37 Safety Icons ............14 Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems ..38 Safety Interlock System ........15 Seat Adjustment ............39 Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment .....39 Features &...

  • Page 4: Operator Safety

    Operator Safety Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself.

  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    Operator Safety Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees).
  • Page 6 Operator Safety Roll Bar Use Keep the roll bar in the raised position and fasten the seat belt. There is no roll over protection when the roll bar is down! Do not jump off if the mower tips (it is safer to be secured by the seat belt with the roll bar raised.) Lower the roll bar only when necessary (such as to temporarily clear a low overhanging obstacle) and...
  • Page 7 Operator Safety Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing. Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable. Do not smoke while operating or refueling. Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running.
  • Page 8 Operator Safety Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
  • Page 9 Operator Safety 23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, 5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other trees or other objects that may obscure vision. attachments. These can change the stability of 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, the unit.
  • Page 10 Operator Safety EMISSIONS where there is an open flame, such as in a water heater. Allow unit to cool before storing. 1. Engine exhaust from this product contains 5. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
  • Page 11 Operator Safety leaks. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections To maintain operator roll over protection and roll bar are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in effectiveness: good condition before applying pressure to the • If a ROLL BAR becomes damaged for any reason, system.
  • Page 12 Operator Safety WARNING INSPECT BUCKLE & LATCH Failure to properly inspect and maintain the seat belt can cause serious injury or death. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLL BAR SEAT BELT • The seat belt like the ROLL BAR, needs to be periodically inspected to verify that the integrity has not been compromised through normal machine use, misuse, age degradation,...

  • Page 13: Identification Numbers

    Operator Safety IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS Tractor Identification Tag North American Models Mower Deck Identification Tag When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model/serial number and engine serial numbers on the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the locations shown.

  • Page 14: Safety Decals

    Operator Safety All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and SAFETY DECALS instructional messages on your rider and mower This unit has been designed and manufactured to should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily provide you with the safety and reliability you would injury can result when these instructions are not expect from an industry leader in outdoor power followed.
  • Page 15 Operator Safety...

  • Page 16: Safety Icons

    Operator Safety SAFETY ICONS NORTH AMERICAN SAFETY ICONS The alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personnal injury. A signal word (DECAL, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate Read the Open Flame the likelihood and the potential severity of the injury.

  • Page 17: Safety Interlock System

    Operator Safety SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly. Operational SAFETY Checks Test 1 —...

  • Page 18: Features & Controls

    Features & Controls FEATURES AND CONTROLS Figure 1. CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of the individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.
  • Page 19 Features & Controls Glow Plug Indicator Fuel Level Gauge Lamp that indicates that the glow plugs are heating. Displays the fuel level in the tank. Hold the ignition key in the “HEAT” position until indicator lamp turns off, then turn the key to start. Power Outlet Unit is equipped with a +12VDC, 20A power outlet.

  • Page 20: Operation

    Operation OPERATION CHECKS BEFORE STARTING • Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operators Manual for GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY instructions and oil recommendations. Before first time operation: • Check the radiator fluid level. See engine operator’s manual for instructions.

  • Page 21: Priming The Fuel System

    Operation PRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEM Priming the fuel system fills the fuel filters and removes any air bubbles from the fuel system. This must be performed before the first use, after any fuel filter maintenance or if the fuel system is run dry. WARNING Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire.

  • Page 22: Starting The Engine

    Operation STOPPING THE TRACTOR & WARNING ENGINE If you do not understand how a specific control 1. Returning the ground speed control levers to the functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the middle position will stop tractor movement. Pivot FEATURES &...

  • Page 23: Pushing The Rider By Hand

    Operation PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND DO NOT TOW RIDER Towing the unit will cause hydraulic pump and wheel motor damage. Do not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit. 1. Refer to Figure 3 for hydraulic release valve location.

  • Page 24: Zero Turn Driving Practice

    Operation Smooth Travel ZERO TURN DRIVING PRACTICE The lever controls of the Zero Turn The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are rider are responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and RESPONSIVE . efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and The BEST method of turning movements will take some practice.

  • Page 25: Advanced Driving

    Operation Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one return back toward neutral. Repeat several times. ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously.

  • Page 26: Mowing

    Operation MOWING 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the motion control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is on the seat. 2. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE). 3. Set the mower cutting height. 4.

  • Page 27: Mowing Methods

    Operation When and How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: 1. Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high.

  • Page 28: Attaching A Trailer

    Operation Proper Mulching ATTACHING A TRAILER Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be recuts clippings into tiny particles and which then less than 300 lbs (138kg). Secure the trailer with a blows them down INTO the lawn.

  • Page 29: Raising & Lowering The Roll Bar

    Operation RAISE & LOWER THE ROLL BAR To lower the roll bar: 1. Pull the hair pin clips (A, Figure 11) out of the retainer pins (B). 2. Push or pull the top of the roll bar (C) forward against the rubber stops (D) and remove the retainer pins (B).

  • Page 30: Storage

    Operation STORAGE WARNING Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Never store the unit, with diesel fuel in engine Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some fuel, so or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, never store the unit indoors or in any other area where poorly ventilated enclosures.

  • Page 31: Regular Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the hour meter. RIDER MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Before Each Use...

  • Page 32: Checking/Adding Fuel

    Regular Maintenance CHECKING / ADDING FUEL To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 13). 2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the fill tube. This will leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations.

  • Page 33: Check / Add Engine Oil

    Filter Part Number: 5021357 NOTE: Removing the oil filter from the filter base will drain the oil reservoir. Have a suitable container ready to catch any spilled oil. Ferris recommends this be a dealer-only service item. Figure 16. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 1.

  • Page 34: Check Engine Coolant Level

    Regular Maintenance CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL WARNING If engine is warm, DO NOT remove radiator cap. Escaping steam can cause burns. Never remove the radiator cap or radiator reservoir cap while the engine is hot or running. Severe thermal burns or injury can occur by escaping steam or hot coolant.

  • Page 35: Lubrication

    Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figure 20 through 24. Grease: Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed. Not all greases are compatible. Red Grease (P/N Figure 22.

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Battery & Cables

    Regular Maintenance CLEANING THE BATTERY AND CABLES (Note: The tractor equipped with a maintenance-free BCI58 battery) 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (B, Figure 25). 2. Remove the battery and clean the compartment with a solution of baking soda and water. 3.

  • Page 37: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Regular Maintenance SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 2. To remove blade for sharpening, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft while removing the blade mounting bolt with a 15/16”...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Repair

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or on the tractor or mower only when the engine constant use may eventually require that service be is stopped and the parking brake engaged.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting The Mower

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Troubleshooting the Rider Continued PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will not drive. Hydraulic dump valve(s) in “open” Turn dump valve(s) clockwise to close. position. Torque to 80-120 in.lbs. (9-13.5 Nm) Belt is broken. See Belt Removal and Replacement. Drive belt slips.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking Blades are not sharp. Sharpen your blades. Blades are worn down to far. Replace your blades. Engine speed is too slow. Always mow at full throttle. Ground speed is too fast. Slow down.

  • Page 41: Seat Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair SEAT ADJUSTMENT See Figure 29. The seat can be adjusted fore and aft. Move the lever forward, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position. GROUND SPEED LEVER ADJUSTMENT The control levers can be adjusted in three ways.

  • Page 42: Neutral Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT If the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in NEUTRAL, then it may be necessary to adjust the control linkage. NOTE: Perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 1.

  • Page 43: Parking Brake Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT FRONT 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the front wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage 2" - 2-1/8" the parking brake. (5,0 - 5,4cm) 2. Locate the upper brake spring (A, Figure 34) through the opening under the fuel tanks.

  • Page 44: Rear Tire Camber Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair 5. Retighten the two (2) 1/2-20 X 3” bolts and the (2) REAR TIRE CAMBER ADJUSTMENT 1/2-20 X 1-3/4” bolts. The rubber bushings in the cast A-arms may stretch 6. Reinstall the tire. and wear with time and adversely affect the angle that the rear tire runs against the ground.

  • Page 45: Suspension Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT The shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the amount of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows the operator to maintain the ride height. Use less pre-load for light weight operators. Use more pre-load for heavy weight operators. To adjust the spring pre-load: 1.

  • Page 46: Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair DECK LIFT ROD TIMING ADJUSTMENT Inner Rod 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to 18 psi (1,24 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar). 2.

  • Page 47: Deck Leveling Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 48 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair 4. 61” Side Discharge: Using a 3/4” combination 61” Side Discharge Model wrench rotate the spring-loaded idler pulley (A, Figure 45) COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to release the belt tension. 4a. 72” Side Discharge: Using a 3/4” combination wrench, rotate the spring-loaded idler pulley (A, Figure 45) CLOCKWISE to release the belt tension.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Clutch Belt Removal 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Release the hood latch and raise the hood until it locks in place.
  • Page 50 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Pump Drive Belt Removal 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the PTO drive belt from the clutch (see CLUTCH BELT REMOVAL for instructions).

  • Page 51: Gearbox Maintenance

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair GEARBOX MAINTENANCE Check Gearbox Oil Level 1. Remove fill plug (A, Figure 49) on gearbox. 2. Once plug is removed, oil should seep out of fill plug hole. If no oil drains out, fill with SAE 80-90 weight gear oil until oil starts to seep from hole, then replace fill plug.

  • Page 52: Battery Service

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair 6. Charge the battery until fully charged (until the BATTERY SERVICE specific gravity of the electrolyte is 1.250 or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60° F). WARNING The best method of making certain a battery is fully charged, but not over charged, is to measure Keep open flames and sparks away from the the specific gravity of a cell once per hour.
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES Starter Starter Switch Switch Jumper Cable Starting Discharged Vehicle Vehicle Battery Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block MAKE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 50. Jump Starting WARNING WARNING For your personal safety, use extreme care Any procedure other than the preceding could when jump starting.

  • Page 54: Specifications

    Specifications SPECIFICATIONS TRANSMISSIONS: NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing PUMP: and are subject to change without notice. HYDRO-GEAR PW-1ACC (LH) HYDRO-GEAR PW-1DCC (RH) * Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be WHEEL MOTOR: lower due to operating limitations and environmental PARKER TF0405UB080AADD factors.
  • Page 55 Ferris dealer during the warranty period. Ferris’ obligation under this limited warranty is, at Ferris’ option, to repair or replace any part or parts of the mower, which, in the judgment of Ferris, are found to be defective and covered by this limited warranty.
  • Page 56 OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS5100Z Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower...

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