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Page 1: Dealer Service
DEALER SERVICE MANUAL F800X Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Tractor Model Description Number 5900911 F800XY30DCE 5900940 F800XY30D ANSI-EXP Mower Deck 5900912 F800X/61CE 5900941 F800X/61 ANSI-EXP 5102672 Rev D... - Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Ferris Product Reference Data Commerical Zero Turn Mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Ferris brand. When PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA operated and maintained according to the manuals, your Unit Model Number...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Mower Belt Replacement ........48 Operator Safety ............2 Gearbox Maintenance ...........49 Safety Rules and Information ........2 Fuse Locations ............50 Safety Decals ............11 Fault Diagnosis Lamps ..........51 Safety Icons ............12 Cleaning the Battery and Cables......52 Safety Interlock System.........14 Removing the Battery ..........52 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,...
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Page 13: Safety Decals
Operator Safety Safety Decals Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warning are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all the safety decals. WARNING If any safety decals become worn or damaged, and cannot be read, order replacement decals from your local dealer. -
Page 14: Safety Icons
Operator Safety Safety Icons 1. WARNING: Read and understand the Operator’s 6. DANGER - TIPPING AND SLIPPING HAZARD: Manual before using this machine. Know the location Mow across slopes, not up and down. Do not operate and function of all controls. Do not operate this machine on slopes over 15 degrees. - Page 15 Operator Safety Warning : Fire hazard Danger: Machine Rollover. Keep children, open flames and Do not operate on any slopes sparks away from the battery, when wet or slippery. Do not which could ignite explosive gases. operate near drop-offs or near water.
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Page 16: Safety Interlock System
Operator Safety NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the PTO switch must be turned off, parking brake must be engaged, the ground Safety Interlock System speed control levers must be locked in the NEUTRAL position, after the operator returns to the seat to start the engine. -
Page 17: Features And Controls
Features and Controls Features and Controls Identification Numbers PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Tractor XXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Identifi cation MODEL XXXXXXX CE Models SERIAL XXXXXXXX 0 123456 789012 20xx Briggs & Stratton Power Product Group, LLC Mower Deck 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 18: Control Functions - Tractor
Features and Controls Features and Controls A. Serial Number 2014548787 & Below: Tractor B. Serial Number 2014548788 & Above See Instrument Control Panel 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. -
Page 19: Control Functions - Instrument Control Panel
Features and Controls Retractable Seat Belt Mower Deck Lift Actuator Switch The seat belt is used to secure the operator to the seat. Pulling back on the switch will lower the mower deck. The seat belt should ALWAYS be worn when the Roll Bar Pushing forward on the switch will raise the deck. -
Page 20: Operation
Features & Controls Glow Plug Indicator Oil Pressure Indicator Lamp that indicates that the glow plugs are heating. Hold Lamp that indicates a low oil pressure condition. the ignition key in the “RUN” position until indicator lamp Water Temperature Gauge turns off, then turn key to start. -
Page 21: Checks Before Starting
Operation Checks Before Starting • Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on the engine oil dipstick (A, Figure 1). See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations. • Fill the fuel tank (B) with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual for fuel recommendations. -
Page 22: Check Tire Pressures
Operation Seat Adjustment Serial Number 2014648788 & Above: The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the seat adjustment lever (A, Figure 2b) to the left, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat in position. Figure 2b. -
Page 23: Priming The Fuel System
Operation Priming the Fuel System Priming the fuel system removes any air bubbles from the fuel system. WARNING Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire. To help prevent possible injury, turn the ignition switch off when changing fuel filter or water separator element. -
Page 24: Check Engine Coolant
Operation Check Engine Coolant Level The engine coolant level and quality should be checked before each use, when the engine is cool and off. WARNING If engine is warm, DO NOT remove radiator cap. Escaping steam can cause burns. FULL Never remove the radiator cap or radiator reservoir cap while the engine is hot or running. -
Page 25: Starting The Engine
Operation Starting the Engine Safety Interlock and Mower Deck Positioning Instructions WARNING This unit is equipped with an safety interlock system to help keep the operator safe while running the unit. Please Read the Operator’s Manual before read and understand the SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM and attempting to operate the machine. -
Page 26: Zero-Turn Driving Practice
Operation Zero-Turn Driving Practice The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive, Smooth Travel and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of the The lever controls of the rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take Zero Turn rider are some practice. - Page 27 Operation Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually return To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one ground back toward neutral. Repeat several times. speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously.
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Page 28: Mowing
Operation Mowing Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in the Operation section. 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the ground speed control levers are in the NEUTRAL position. 2. Start the engine (see Starting the Engine). 3. -
Page 29: 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 30: Pushing The Rider By Hand
Operation Proper Mulching Engine Speed & Ground Speed for Broadcasting Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts Use full engine throttle matched with a slow ground speed clippings into tiny particles and which then blows them so that clippings will be finely cut. Ground speed while down INTO the lawn. -
Page 31: Raise And Lower The Roll Bar
Operation Raise and Lower the Roll Bar WARNING Avoid serious injury or death from roll over. • Keep the roll bar in the raised position and use seat belt. • There is no roll over protection when the roll bar is down. -
Page 32: Attachment Removal And Installation Procedure
Operation Attachment Removal and Installation Procedure Positioning the Mower Deck for Service 1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, and turn off the ignition key. 2. Turn the ignition key to the RUN position and push the mower deck lift actuator switch forward (away from the operator’s position) to extend the actuator until you hear a ratcheting noise. - Page 33 Operation Installing the Attachment 1. Remove the pins with lanyards (B, Figure 15) from the rear holes of the attachment latches (D). 2. Drive the tractor into the mower deck. 3. Push the deck attachment lever (E) forward and down. Make sure the attachment latches latch into place.
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Page 34: Regular Maintenance
Maintenance Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule 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 elapsed time recorded by the hour meter. UNIT MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Before Each Use... -
Page 35: Checking/Adding Fuel
Maintenance Checking / Adding Fuel To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap. 2. Fill the tank to about 1-1/2” (3,81 cm) from the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion. NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations. -
Page 36: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Fuel Filter This unit is equipped with two fuel filters. One is a water seperator (A, Figure 14) and the other is a fuel filter (C). Both filters are located in the engine compartment on the right side of the engine. The water separator should be drained every 50 hours or whenever water is visible in the bowl. -
Page 37: Check / Add Engine Oil Level
Maintenance Check / Add Engine Oil Level Refer to Figure 22 for dipstick and oil fill locations. Refer to the engine owners manual for specific engine oil check and fill procedures. Also refer to the engine owners manual for specific engine oil and filter change procedures Change Engine Oil &... -
Page 38: Lubrication
Maintenance Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the location shown in Figures 23 through 29 as well as the following lubrication points: Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • drive shaft pillow blocks • deck lift pivot blocks • mower deck spindles & idler arm •... - Page 39 Maintenance Figure 28. Attachment Lift Arms & Actuator Figure 25. Control Handle Pivots & Seat Plate Pivot Figure 29. Deck Lift Rods Figure 26. Idler Arms A. PTO Clutch Drive Belt Idler Arm B. Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Idler Arm Figure 27.
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Page 40: Servicing The Mower Blades
Maintenance Servicing The Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blade CAUTION Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. 1. To remove the mower blade, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft and remove the mower blade Figure 30. - Page 41 Maintenance Sharpening the Mower Blade CAUTION Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. • Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. • Always wear safety eye protection when grinding. Figure 33. Sharpening the Mower Blade A. Mower Blade Bevel 1.
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Page 42: Check Hydraulic Oil Level
Maintenance Check Hydraulic Oil Level NOTE: Do NOT open the hydraulic reservoir unless oil is being added. 1. Raise the seat plate to gain access to the oil reservoir compartment. 2. Before removing the reservoir cap (B, Figure 36), make sure the area around the reservoir and fill neck of the reservoir is free of dust, dirt or other debris. -
Page 43: Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment
Maintenance 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 adjusted. To Adjust the Handle Alignment Loosen the ground speed control lever mount bolts (D, Figure 38) and pivot the lever(s) (C) to align with each other. -
Page 44: Neutral Adjustment
Maintenance Neutral Adjustment If the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in NEUTRAL, then it may be necessary to adjust the linkage rod. 1. Park the machine on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and turn off the engine. -
Page 45: Return-To-Neutral Adjustment
Maintenance Return-to-Neutral Adjustment Checking the Adjustment: To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine. 2. Move the ground speed control levers into the operating position, pull the levers rearward and release. -
Page 46: Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment
Maintenance Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. Drive tires must be inflated to 10 psi (0,69 bar); tractor caster tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar); mower deck caster tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar). -
Page 47: Deck Leveling Adjustment
Maintenance Deck Leveling Adjustment NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. Coarse Adjustment Procedure When adjusting the deck level, the coarse adjustment procedure should be used to make the majority of the adjustment and the fine adjustment procedure should be used to complete the adjustment. -
Page 48: Pto Clutch Belt Replacement
Maintenance Fine Adjustment Procedure 1. Loosen the jam nut (A, Figure 49) and turn the fine adjustment bolt (B) to adjust the deck height until the front measurement equals 4” (10,2 cm) and the back measurement equals 4” (10,2 cm) •... -
Page 49: Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement
Maintenance Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement 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. Raise the hood to gain access to the hydraulic pump drive belts (A, Figure 51). -
Page 50: Mower Belt Replacement
Maintenance Mower Belt Replacement NOTICE To avoid damaging belts, do NOT pry belts over pulleys. 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. -
Page 51: Gearbox Maintenance
Maintenance Gearbox Maintenance Check the Gearbox Oil Level 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine. 2. Raise the mower deck to the service position. (See Positioning the Mower Deck for Service.) 3. -
Page 52: Fuse Locations
Regular Maintenance Fuse Locations The fuse blocks are located on the side of the instrument control panel installed in the right hand fuel tank. Refer to Figure 54 for the location and amperage of the fuses used in this machine. A. -
Page 53: Fault Diagnosis Lamps
Regular Maintenance Fault Diagnosis Lamps This unit is equipped with a attachment module that features three fault diagnosis lamps labelled A, L and C. Checking the attachement module can help you in quickly identify certain problems with the machine. 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface such as a concrete floor. -
Page 54: Cleaning The Battery And Cables
Regular Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and Cables NOTE: This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery. WARNING Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery. • Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away from the battery. -
Page 55: Battery Service
Regular Maintenance Jump Starting With Auxiliary (Booster) Battery Battery Service Jump starting is not recommended. However, if it must be WARNING done, follow these directions. Both booster and discharged batteries should be treated carefully when using jumper Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the cables. - Page 56 Regular Maintenance 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 57. Jump Starting WARNING WARNING Any procedure other than the proceeding could result in: For your personal safety, use extreme caution when 1.
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Page 57: Storage
Regular Maintenance Storage WARNING Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Fuel and its vapors are extremely Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some fuel, so never flammable and explosive. store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. -
Page 58: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting WARNING Troubleshooting Chart Remove the ignition key prior to While normal care and regular maintenance will extend performing maintenance on the unit. the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to •... -
Page 59: Troubleshooting The Mower
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Rider continued PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will not drive. 1. Hydraulic release valve(s) in “open” 1. Turn hydraulic release valve(s) CLOCKWISE to position. close. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. -
Page 60: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking 1. Sharpen your blades. 1. Blades are not sharp. 2. Replace your blades. 2. Blades are worn down too far. 3. Always mow at FULL throttle. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 4. -
Page 61: Specifications
Specifications Specifications TRANSMISSIONS LH Pump: Hydro-Gear: PR-2KBQ-GV1F NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject RH Pump: Hydro-Gear: PR-2HBQ-GV1F to change without notice. (S/N: 2014473229 & Below): LH Wheel Motor: Parker: TF0280LS080AAK2 ENGINE RH Wheel Motor: Parker: TF0280LS081AAK2 30 Gross HP¹... -
Page 62: Slope Identification Guide
www.ferrisindustries.com... - Page 63 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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