Ferris CCW36 Series Operator's Manual
Ferris CCW36 Series Operator's Manual

Ferris CCW36 Series Operator's Manual

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Description
5900749
CCWKAV1536RDCE - 36" Rear Discharge Mower Deck Export
5900758
CCWKAV1536CE - 36" Side Discharge Mower Deck Export
5900987
CCWKAV1636RDCE - 36" Rear Discharge Mower Deck Export
5900988
CCWKAV1636CE - 36" Side Discharge Mower Deck Export
5900542
CCWKAV1536CE - 36" Side Discharge Mower Deck Export
5900541
CCWKAV1536RDCE - 36" Rear Discharge Mower Deck Export
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC
5375 North Main Street
Munnsville, NY 13409
800-933-6175
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
CCW36 Series
Walk-Behind Mowers
5102303
Revision D

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CCW36 Series Walk-Behind Mowers Model Number: Description 5900749 CCWKAV1536RDCE - 36” Rear Discharge Mower Deck Export 5900758 CCWKAV1536CE - 36” Side Discharge Mower Deck Export 5900987 CCWKAV1636RDCE - 36” Rear Discharge Mower Deck Export 5900988 CCWKAV1636CE - 36” Side Discharge Mower Deck Export 5900542 CCWKAV1536CE - 36”...
  • 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 Safety Rules and Information ...........2 Safety Decals ..............8 CE Safety Icons ..............9 Safety Interlock System ..........10 Safety Icons ..............10 Features & Controls ..........11 Identification Numbers ...........11 Control Functions ............12 Operation............14 General ................14 Checks Before Starting ...........14 Starting The Engine ............14 Stopping The Mower ............14...
  • Page 4: Operator Safety

    Safety Rules & Information 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

    Safety Rules & Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured if you use this unit on too steep of a slope. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate footing and unit traction (and control) can cause you to lose control and possibly slip and fall or roll the unit over.
  • Page 6 Safety Rules & Information 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 7 Safety Rules & Information 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 8 Safety Rules & Information 23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, 6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and trees or other objects that may obscure vision. gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, or direction.
  • Page 9 Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE mufflers, and engine to prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use 10. Let engine cool before storing and do not store extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is near flame.
  • Page 10: 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 information while you are operating...
  • Page 11: Ce Safety Icons

    Operator Safety CE Safety Icons Warning: Read Operator’s Manual Danger: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Read and understand the operator’s Do not operate the engine in an manual before using this machine. unventilated area. Danger: Fire Hazard Danger: Machine Rollover Keep the unit free of grass, leaves Operating on steep slops can cause and excess oil.
  • Page 12: Safety Interlock System

    Operator Safety Safety Icons Safety Interlock System The alert symbol ( ) is used to identity safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt severity of the injury.
  • Page 13: Features & Controls

    Features and Controls Features and Controls Identification Numbers North American Models PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION XXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX MODEL XXXXXXX CE Models SERIAL XXXXXXXX 0 123456 789012 20xx Briggs & Stratton Power Product Group, LLC XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Assembled in U.S.A XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Identifi cation When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers.
  • Page 14: Control Functions

    Features and Controls Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of 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 15: Features And Controls

    Features and Controls Forward Speed Control Lever Throttle Control Reverse Speed Control Levers The throttle controls the engine speed. Move the throttle control forward toward the FAST position to increase These levers control the ground speed of the mower. the engine speed and back towards the SLOW position to decrease the engine speed.
  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation Operation WARNING General Operating Safety Operating on steep slopes can be dangerous. Before first time operation: • Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope. • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and • Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use Operation sections before attempting to operate this caution when changing directions and DO NOT START unit.
  • Page 17: Checking Tire Pressures

    Operation Check Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown in Specifications provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.
  • Page 18: Cutting Height Adjustment

    Operation Cutting Height Adjustment The cutting height can be adjusted within two different ranges. The lower cutting range is adjustable between 1-1/2” (3,8 cm) and 2-3/4” (6,9 cm). The upper cutting range is adjustable between 2-3/4” (6,9 cm) and 4-1/2” (11,5 cm).
  • Page 19: Driving The Mower

    Operation Driving The Mower Before attempting to drive the mower make sure you have To Slow or Stop Machine read the Features and Controls section and understand the 1. Gently squeeze both reverse speed control levers evenly location and function of the controls. to slow the machine.
  • Page 20: Mowing

    Operation Mowing Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in Cutting Height Adjustment. 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the forward speed control lever is in the NEUTRAL position 2. Start the engine (see Starting The Engine). 3.
  • Page 21: 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 22 Operation Proper Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into tiny particles and which then blows them down INTO the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products your lawn can use. UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS, your mulching mower will virtually eliminate noticeable clippings on the lawn surface.
  • Page 23: Specifications

    Specifi cations Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE TRANSMISSIONS Models 5900749 & 5900758: Hydro-Gear ZH-KMBB-3A5A-1LLX (LH) For models 5900749 & 5900758 Hydro-Gear ZH-GMBB-3A5A-1LLX (RH) 15 Gross HP† Kawasaki Models 5900987, 5900988, 5900542 & 5900541: Make Kawasaki Hydro-Gear ZJ-KMFE-3B5B-1RLX (LH)
  • Page 24: Slope Identification Guide

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  • Page 25 Notes...
  • Page 27 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 28 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CCW36 Series Walk-Behind Mowers Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC 5375 North Main Street Munnsville, NY 13409 800-933-6175 www.ferrisindustries.com...

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