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Summary of Contents for Ferris IS1500ZX Series
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents : Identification Tag Location ..........3 Product Identification Tag (Stamped) ....... 3 CE Identification Tag Markings - EN836 ......3 Operator Safety ..............4 Operator Safety ............... 4 Safety Decals ..............11 Safety Icons ..............11 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words ......12 Safety Interlock System .......... -
Page 3: Identification Tag Location
MUST have these numbers. rights reserved. The Illustrated Parts List for this machine can be downloaded Ferris is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, from ferrisindustries.com. Please provide model and serial number when ordering replacement parts. -
Page 4: Operator Safety
Read the Manual CE Compliance Logo Year of Manufacture Maximum Engine Speed in Rotations per Minute Power Rating in Kilowatts Mass of Unit of Kilograms Sound Power in Decibels* This unit complies with European Harmonized Lawn Mower Standard EN 836, European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, and European EMC Directive 2004/108/EEC. -
Page 5: Moving Parts
Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope The mower deck has spinning mower blades that can amputate that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the unit while it is (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and running! Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and switches) in possible rollover. - Page 6 Overhead Obstacles 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. • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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Page 7: Slope Operation
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to travel in the recommended direction on hillsides. Turf conditions WARNING can affect the machines stability. Use caution when operating It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section near drop-offs. - Page 8 • See your authorized dealer for recommendations of available Emissions weights to improve stability. • Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other Do NOT: reproductive harm. • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If tires lose •...
- Page 9 • Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper • Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you start-up procedures when returning the unit to service. have been properly trained. Improper service procedures can result in hazardous operation, equipment damage and •...
- Page 10 Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll Bar Seat Belt WARNING Failure to properly inspect and maintain the ROLL BAR protective structure can cause serious injury or death. WARNING Failure to properly inspect and maintain the seat belt can cause A ROLL BAR, like any other safety device, needs to be serious injury or death.
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Page 11: Safety Decals
California Prop 65 Lead Warning WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Safety Decals Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. -
Page 12: Safety Alert Symbol And Signal Words
Danger - Loss of traction, sliding, Warning: Avoid Serious Injury or steering and control on slopes Death from Roll Over - Keep roll bar hazard: If machine stops forward in the raised position and use seat belt. motion or starts sliding on a slope, stop Do NOT use seat belt when the roll bar the blades and drive slowly off the is down. -
Page 13: Features And Controls
Operational SAFETY Checks Tractor Controls Test 1 - Engine SHOULD NOT crank if: • PTO switch is engaged, OR • Parking brake is not engaged, OR • Ground speed control levers are not in the NEUTRAL position. Test 2 - Engine SHOULD crank if: •... -
Page 14: Operation
Moving a lever forward increases the FORWARD speed of the PTO (Power Take Off) Switch: The PTO switch engages and associated wheel, and pulling back on a lever increases the disengages the mower. Pull UP on the switch to engage, and REVERSE speed. -
Page 15: Checks Before Starting
Starting the Engine WARNING WARNING • Never allow passengers to ride on the unit. • If you do not understand how a specific control functions, • Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, or have not yet thoroughly read the Features & Controls engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the section, do so now. - Page 16 We suggest you begin with the Smooth Travel procedure to the right, and then advance through the forward, reverse, and turning maneuvers. You must release the parking brake prior to moving the control levers inward. Smooth Travel The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive. The BEST method of handling the ground speed control levers is in three steps —...
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Page 17: Mowing
While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually return back toward neutral. Repeat several times. NOTE: To prevent pivoting directly on the tire tread, it is best to keep both wheels going at least slightly forward. Practice Turning in Place Your Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turn in place allows you to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather than having to stop and Y-turn before starting a new row. -
Page 18: Mowing Recommendations
Mowing Recommendations Several factors can affect how well your machine cuts grass, Following proper mowing recommendations can improve the performance and life of your machine. Height of Grass Often cutting height is a matter of personal preference. Typically, you should mow the grass when it is between three and five inches high. -
Page 19: Pushing The Rider By Hand
Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and re-cuts 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 20: Raise And Lower The Roll Bar
4. Disengage the parking brake. The tractor can now be pushed by hand. 5. After moving the tractor, re-engage the pumps (drive position) by turning the release valves clockwise and tighten to 80-120 in. lbs. of torque. 2. Push or pull the top of the roll bar (C) forward against the Raise and Lower the Roll Bar rubber stops (D) and remove the retainer pins (B). -
Page 21: Check Engine Oil Level
Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on 3. Look down the filler neck of the hydraulic oil reservoir (B) slopes. The surface being driven on greatly impacts traction and and observe the oil level. -
Page 22: Lubricate The Front Casters
Not all greases are compatible. Red grease (p/n 5022285) is recommended, automotive-type, high-temperature, lithium grease may be used when this is not available. 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 23: Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment
Mowing Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 25) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is adjustable between 1-3/4” (4,4 cm) and 5” (12,7 cm) in 1/4” (0,64 cm) increments. Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment The control levers can be adjusted in three ways. The alignment of the control levers, the placement of the levers (how close the ends are to one another) and the height of the levers can be 1. -
Page 24: Rear Suspension Adjustment
turn CLOCKWISE to decrease the pre-load. Make sure both shocks are set to the same amount of pre-load. 2. Remove the pedal mount hardware (C) and rotate the tab 180 degrees. 3. Reinstall the pedal mount hardware and tighten securely. 5. -
Page 25: Specifications
Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so never 9. Be sure the battery is filled to the proper level with water and store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could is fully charged. Battery life will be increased if it is removed, travel to any ignition source. - Page 26 of power equipment. This difference is due to a variety of factors 19 Gross HP† Kawasaki including, but not limited to, the variety of engine components Make Kawasaki (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, Model FX600V-BS06-R etc.), application limitations, ambient operating conditions Displacement 36.8 Cu.
- 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.
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