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Ferris IS5100Z Series Operator's Manual

Is5100z series zero-turn riding mower
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5900602
33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ ROPS (IS5100ZC33D)
5900708
33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ 61" Mower Deck & ROPS (IS5100ZC33D61)
5900617
33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ ROPS Export (IS5100ZC33DCE)
5900723
33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ ROPS AUS/NZ (IS5100ZC33D AUS/NZ)
5900618
33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ 61" Mower Deck & ROPS Export (IS5100ZC33D61CE)
5900622
61" Rear Discharge Deck (5100/61R)
5900623
61" Rear Discharge Deck Export (5100/61RCE)
5900726
61" Rear Discharge Deck AUS/NZ (5100/61R AUS/NZ)
5901167
72" Side Discharge Deck (5100/72)
5901171
72" Side Discharge Deck Export (5100/72CE)
5900724
72" Side Discharge Deck AUS/NZ (5100/72 AUS/NZ)
5901168
72" Rear Discharge Deck (5100/72R)
5901169
72" Rear Discharge Deck Export (5100/72RCE)
5900725
72" Rear Discharge Deck AUS/NZ (5100/72R AUS/NZ)
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.
5375 North Main Street
Munnsville, NY 13409
800-933-6175
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
IS5100Z Series
Zero-Turn Riding Mower
5100804
Revision G
Rev. Date: 9/2009
TP 100-7301-G-5Z-F

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS5100Z Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Models: Description: 5900602 33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ ROPS (IS5100ZC33D) 5900708 33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ 61” Mower Deck & ROPS (IS5100ZC33D61) 5900617 33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ ROPS Export (IS5100ZC33DCE) 5900723 33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ ROPS AUS/NZ (IS5100ZC33D AUS/NZ) 5900618 33HP Caterpillar Diesel w/ 61”...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Ferris product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Ferris brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Ferris product will provide many years of dependable service.

  • 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 ............13 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 Model xxxxxxx Mower Deck xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Identification Tag Serial xxxxxxxxxx CE Models BRIGGS & STRATTON CORP. POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC x.xx MILWAUKEE, WI 53201 USA xxxx 20xx When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers.

  • Page 14: Safety Decals

    Operator Safety SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important...

  • Page 15: Safety Icons

    Operator Safety CE MODELS (EXPORT) 8, 9 4, 5 6, 7 Older models only Newer models only *This decal is located on the battery for CE models only. SAFETY ICONS The alert symbol is used to identify safety and the potential severity of the injury. In addition, information about hazards that can result in personnal a hazard icon maybe used to represent the type of injury.

  • Page 16: Ce Safety Icons

    Operator Safety NORTH AMERICAN SAFETY ICONS Danger: Machine Rollover. Operating on steep slopes can Safety Safety Hazard Hazard cause sliding and loss of steering, Icon Icon control and rollover. Do not use Amputation Alert this machine on slopes greater than 15°. This limit Foot in was determined per CEN Standard EN 836:1997, Blade...

  • Page 17: Safety Interlock System

    Operator Safety Warning: Low Overhanging Important: Do not discard a Obstacles Hazard battery in the trash Check for overhead clearances Contact local authorities for disposal before driving under any objects. and/or recycling of batteries. Stay clear. Do NOT allow roll bar to contact low overhanging obstacles, such as tree branches and guide wires.

  • 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 PTO (Power Take Off) Switch Glow Plug Indicator The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Lamp that indicates that the glow plugs are heating. Pull UP on the switch to engage the mower, and push Hold the ignition key in the “HEAT” position until DOWN to disengage the mower.

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

  • Page 31: Regular Maintenance

    Regular 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. Before Every Every...

  • 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

    Remember to grease fittings are not installed. wipe fittings and surfaces clean both before and Not all greases are compatible. Ferris Red Grease after lubrication. (P/N 5022285) is recommended, automotive-type high-temperature, lithium grease may be used when this is not available.

  • 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 RIDER TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic dump valve(s) 1. Turn dump valve(s) clockwise to close. not drive. in “open” position. Torque to 80-120 in.lbs. (9-13.5 N.m.) 2. Belt is broken. 2.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking. 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades. 2. Blades are worn down to far. 2. Replace your blades. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at full throttle. 4.

  • Page 41: Seat Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair SEAT ADJUSTMENT See Figure 30. 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 35) 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: Mowing Height Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 39) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is adjustable between 1-1/2” (3,8 cm) and 6” (15,2 cm) in 1/4” (0,64 cm) increments. 1. Depress the deck lift foot pedal (B) until it locks into the 6”...

  • Page 47: 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 48: 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 49: Belt Removal & Replacement

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair 9. Reinstall the mower deck guards and tighten the BELT REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT 5/16” hardware to secure in place. To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT 10. Run the mower under no-load condition for PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. approximately 5 minutes to break in the belt.
  • Page 50 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair 61” & 72” Side 61” & 72” Rear Discharge Model Discharge Models Figure 48. Mower PTO Belt Routing A. Spindle Pulley Clutch Belt Replacement B. PTO Drive Belt 1. Install the clutch belts over the top of the clutch, C.
  • Page 51 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 52: Gearbox Maintenance

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair GEARBOX MAINTENANCE Check Gearbox Oil Level 1. Remove fill plug (A, Figure 51) 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 53: 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 54 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 52. Jump Starting WARNING WARNING For your personal safety, use extreme care Any procedure other than the preceding could when jump starting.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    Specifications SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. ENGINE: TRANSMISSIONS: 33 HP* Caterpillar HydroGear BDP-21 / Parker TF-040 Make Caterpillar Type...
  • Page 56 Notes...
  • Page 57 Notes...
  • Page 59 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 60 OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS5100Z Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Product Quick Specs: ENGINE: BELTS AND BLADES: TRACTOR 33 HP Caterpillar Pump Drive Belt 5023388 Make Caterpillar Gear Box Belt 5022575 Model 3013E Oil Capacity 11.5 Pt. (5.4 L) w/ Filter 61” SIDE DISCHARGE MOWER DECK...

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