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Summary of Contents for 5100/61RDCE

Page 1: ...N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 2: ...16 Before First Time Operation 16 Checks Before Starting 16 Priming the Fuel System 16 Starting the Engine 17 Stopping the Rider 18 Zero Turn Driving Practice 18 Mowing 20 Mowing Recommendations 20 Pu...

Page 3: ...ent the instructional copy they accompany Your unit may vary from the images displayed LEFT and RIGHT are as seen from the operator s position Ferris is a registered trademark of Briggs Stratton Corpo...

Page 4: ...lowed 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 safet...

Page 5: ...have soft soil conditions If you feel unsure about operating the unit on a slope don t do it It s not worth the risk Thrown Objects This unit has spinning mower blades These blades can pick up and th...

Page 6: ...aintenance 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 operati...

Page 7: ...ng safety shoes safety glasses and ear protection Long hair loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as...

Page 8: ...s greater than 15 Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope Use extra caution when operating on slopes with rear mounted grass catchers Mow across the face of slopes not up and down use cauti...

Page 9: ...round If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or con...

Page 10: ...ipped with factory installed Roll Over Protection System ROPS WARNING In order to avoid serious injury or death from roll over it is important to follow the warnings listed below Operational Warnings...

Page 11: ...the seat belt does not pass all of the following tests it should be replaced BEFORE EACH USE Conduct the following inspections maintenance of the seat belt and retraction mechanism 1 Check for dirt o...

Page 12: ...backing Danger Tipping and slipping hazard Mow across slopes not up and down Do not operate on slopes over 15 degrees Avoid sudden and sharp fast turns while on slopes This limit was determined per I...

Page 13: ...with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury In addition a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avo...

Page 14: ...mower deck until it locks into the 6 15 2 cm position Place the cutting height adjustment pin in the desired cutting height and release the deck lift lock lever Cutting Height Adjustment Pin Deck Lif...

Page 15: ...ition The ignition switch starts and stops the engine it has four positions Heats the glow plugs HEAT Stops the engine and shuts off the electrical system OFF Allows the engine to run and powers the e...

Page 16: ...or combustible materials Fuel 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 th...

Page 17: ...vent 3 Tighten the vent screw to 4 5 ft lbs 6 N m DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 4 Tighten the priming fuel pump finger tight 5 Start the engine See Starting the Engine If the engine will not start further primi...

Page 18: ...liar with how the unit accelerates travels and steers before you begin mowing is absolutely essential to getting the most out of the Zero Turn rider Locate a smooth flat area of your lawn one with ple...

Page 19: ...ce 15 To turn in place Zero Turn gradually move one ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously Repeat several times NOTE Changing the amount each le...

Page 20: ...lawn s overall condition Cutting the grass too short causes weak thin grass plants which are easily damaged by dry periods and pests Cutting too short is often more damaging than allowing the grass t...

Page 21: ...lawn previously cut Mowing Methods Broadcast Mowing Broadcasting or side discharging disperses fine clippings evenly over the entire lawn Many golf courses use this method Your mower has a deep dish...

Page 22: ...pumps free wheel position turn the hydraulic release valves A Figure 21 located on the pumps counter clockwise a maximum of two full turns 21 3 Disengage the parking brake The tractor can now be push...

Page 23: ...around the filler neck is free of dust dirt or other debris Check Engine Coolant Level WARNING If engine is warm DO NOT remove radiator cap Escaping steam can cause burns Never remove the radiator ca...

Page 24: ...ly from the Max Inflation stamped on the side wall of the tires The pressures shown provide proper traction and extend tire life Seat Adjustment The seat can be adjusted forward and back Move the leve...

Page 25: ...you raise deck during operation to clear an object 1 Move the deck lift lock lever A away from the operating position and rotate the deck lift lever lockout plate B to the UNLOCK C position facing tow...

Page 26: ...icator lamp is lit Shut the unit off immediately and see your dealer If the water temperature guage reads a high temperature Move the ground speed control levers to the neutral position disengage the...

Page 27: ...y come into contact with it If there s any chance of unauthorized use remove the ignition key If the unit can t be stored on a reasonable level surface chock the wheels Clean all grass and dirt from t...

Page 28: ...nge at the start of the predominant season according to regional weather trends Winter fuels are tailored to give ease of starting for cold weather Summer fuel may be somewhat heavier than winter fuel...

Page 29: ...e of purchase by the first retail or commercial customer To ensure prompt and complete warranty coverage register your product at the website shown above or at www onlineproductregistration com or mai...

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