Checking Tire Pressures; Checking / Adding Fuel; Check Engine Oil Level; Cleaning Debris From The Machine - Ferris FW25 Series Operator's Manual

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3. To disengage the transmissions (free-wheel position), pull
both transmission release levers back and out (C) so they
lock in the disengaged (free-wheel) position.
4. Disengage the parking brake. The unit can now be pushed
by hand.
5. After moving the unit, re-engage the transmissions (drive
position) by pulling the transmission release levers rearward
and inward (B) to release them from the disengaged position
and then allow them to move to the engaged (drive) position.

Checking Tire Pressures

Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained
at the levels shown in the Specifications chart. Note that these
pressures may differ slightly from the "Max Inflation" stamped
on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper
traction and extend tire life.
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Checking / Adding Fuel

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severve burns or death.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care.
Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent
operation. Do NOT allow open flame, smoking or matches in
the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
To add fuel:
1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool for at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove the fuel cap.
3. Fill the tank to 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.
4. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

Check Engine Oil Level

Interval: Before Each Use
Refer to the engine owners manual for dipstick and oil fill
locations and specific engine oil check and fill procedures.

Cleaning Debris from the Machine

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Park the unit on a flat level surface such as a concrete floor.
Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the
ignition switch to OFF and remove the key.
2. Clean off any oil, debris, or grass build-up on the machine
and cutting deck, especially under deck belt shields, around
the fuel tank, and around the engine and exhaust area.

Lubrication

This series of mower is equipped with eighteen (18) different
grease fittings. These grease fitting locations must be lubricated
at the intervals as specified in the Maintenance Chart .
Grease Fitting Location
Forward Speed Control Lever Rod (A, Figure 13)
Drive Lever Pivots (B)
Grease-able Ball Joints (C)
Forward Speed Indicator Pivot (A, Figure 14)
Transaxle Drive Idler Arm (B)
Mower Deck Spindles (A, Figures 15)
Mower Deck Idler Arm (B)
Front Caster Wheel Axles (See Lubricating the Front
Casters) (A, Figure 16)
Front Casters (See Lubricating the Front Casters)
Qty of Fittings
(36" Models)
1
2
8
1
1
2
1
2
(N/A)
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