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5100784

Rev G

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

HydroCut Series

Transaxle Drive Walk-Behind Mower

Model Number: Description

5900111

HC36KAV13E, 36” Cut Walk-Behind Mower

5900604

HC32KAV13E, 32” Cut Walk-Behind Mower

5901037

HC32KAV13, 32” Cut Walk-Behind Mower

5900962

HC32KAV16E, 32” Cut Walk-Behind Mower

5900963

HC36KAV16E, 36” Cut Walk-Behind Mower

5900546

HC32KAV15E, 32” Cut Walk-Behind Mower

5900545

HC36KAV15E, 36” Cut Walk-Behind Mower

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Summary of Contents for 5900545

Page 1: ...4 Rev G OPERATOR S MANUAL HydroCut Series Transaxle Drive Walk Behind Mower Model Number Description 5900111 HC36KAV13E 36 Cut Walk Behind Mower 5900604 HC32KAV13E 32 Cut Walk Behind Mower 5901037 HC3...

Page 2: ...e 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...

Page 3: ...Schedule 19 Checking Tire Pressure 20 Checking Adding Fuel 20 Fuel Filter 20 Oil Filter Change 21 Check Change Air Filter 21 Inspect Clean Spark Arrester 21 Lubrication 22 Servicing the Mower Blades 2...

Page 4: ...sen ask a professional contact your local authorized dealer Read the Manual The operator s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as...

Page 5: ...be thrown by the blade BEFORE you start mowing Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge guard deflector in place Also do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is ru...

Page 6: ...oke while operating or refueling Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool for at least 3 minutes prior to adding fuel Do not add fuel indoors in an enclosed trailer garage o...

Page 7: ...loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck TRAINING 1 Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting If the operator s or mechanic s can not r...

Page 8: ...on steep slopes CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity Never assume that childre...

Page 9: ...o stop before adjusting cleaning or repairing 9 Clean grass and debris from cutting units drives mufflers and engine to prevent fires Clean up oil or fuel spillage 10 Let engine cool before storing an...

Page 10: ...the engine owner s manual Identification tag SAFETY DECALS Before operating your unit read the safety decals The cautions and warnings are for your safety To avoid a personal injury or damage to the u...

Page 11: ...h if not avoided will result in serious injury or death WARNING This indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in serious injury of death CAUTION This indicates a hazard which if not avoide...

Page 12: ...t the purpose of the safety interlock system Safety Interlock System This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices These safety systems are present for your safety do n...

Page 13: ...controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section Manual Start Models A D C B E H I G F F A Fuel Tank Cap B Ignition Switch 2 Position C Choke D PTO Blade Engagement Switch E Throttle Contro...

Page 14: ...utral position stops mower travel Note The further a lever is moved away from the neutral position the faster the mower will travel Cutting Height Adjust Handle The cutting height adjust handle contro...

Page 15: ...p the engine and remove the key To reduce fire hazard keep the engine tractor and mower free of grass leaves and excess grease Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves grass or combustible material...

Page 16: ...time to time These guide lines are listed for your safety Traveling Up a Slope Since the hill climbing ability of the machine will probably far exceed any other machine you may have operated caution...

Page 17: ...eed control handles to deactivate engine kill system Push the brake lever forward to disengage the parking brake S N 2013136021 Above Push down on both of the engine kill operator presence handles to...

Page 18: ...grass 3 Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry Late afternoon or early evening often provide these ideal mowing conditions 4 Avoid mowing after rain or even heavy dew and never mulch when t...

Page 19: ...much more quickly than longer clippings The ideal cutting height will vary with climate time of year and quality of your lawn We recommend that you experiment with both the cutting height and ground...

Page 20: ...ed WARNING Never store the unit with gasoline in engine or fuel tank in a heated shelter or in enclosed poorly ventilated enclosures Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light such as...

Page 21: ...damaged SAFETY ITEMS Before Each Use Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 250 Hours Spring and Fall Check Safety Interlock System Check Mower Blade Stopping Time TRACTOR...

Page 22: ...ver 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 Do not remove fuel filter when eng...

Page 23: ...m combination wrench or a large slotted screwdriver turn the oil drain valve A counterclockwise to open the valve and drain the engine oil 5 After draining turn the oil drain valve A clockwise to clos...

Page 24: ...ease P N 5022285 is recommended automotive type high temperature lithium grease may be used when this is not available Oil operator presence parking brake handle pivot ground speed control lever pivot...

Page 25: ...13 Center the blade s hole on a nail lubricated with a drop of oil A balanced blade will remain level 4 Reinstall each blade with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 14 For the 36 mode...

Page 26: ...eck wiring replace broken or frayed wires Tighten loose connections Safety interlock switch faulty Replace as needed See authorized service dealer Spark plug s faulty fouled or incorrectly gapped Clea...

Page 27: ...to full throttle Ground speed too fast Decrease ground speed Cutting height set too low Cut tall grass at maximum cutting Discharge chute plugged with cut grass Cut grass with discharge pointing towa...

Page 28: ...d correctly Level the deck correctly Tires are not properly inflated Check and inflate the tires Blades are damaged Replace the blades Deck shell is damaged Repair or replace the deck Mower spindle is...

Page 29: ...the pulley spacers into the proper position in relation to the cutting range Reinstall the pulley and key Reinstall the nut and torque to 85 90 ft lbs 115 122 Nm 3 Remove the pivot bolts and nuts A F...

Page 30: ...ertical Place a 1 8 3mm thick spacer on top of the rear 2 x 4 blocks See Figure 20 4 Lower the mower deck until the deck rests against the 2 x 4 blocks and spacers 5 Loosen the bolts A Figure 21 that...

Page 31: ...nstall the belt onto the idler pulley A 7 Run the mower under no load condition for about 5 minutes to break in the belt Mower Deck Drive Belt 36 Model 1 Park machine on a flat level surface 2 Remove...

Page 32: ...gure 25 Align the holes in the sprockets with the spindle mounting hardware as shown The blades will be perpendicular to each other 6 Install the new belt on the LH sprocket D again making sure the be...

Page 33: ...from the anchor pin C 5 Remove the belt from the idler pulley Then remove the belt from the transaxle drive pulley and pull towards front of machine Remove the belt from the drive pulley on the engine...

Page 34: ...ng the handle bars Adjusting the Lever Position 1 Remove the hairpin and clevis pin D that fasten the control rod E to the lever pivot C 2 Loosen the jam nut and adjust the position of the clevis on t...

Page 35: ...p between the rotor and armature may vary even after performing the adjustment procedure This is due to dimensional variations on component parts and is an acceptable condition Check the mower blade s...

Page 36: ...gasses coming from it are highly explosive Ventilate the battery well during charging fully charged but not over charged is to measure the specific gravity of a cell once per hour The battery is full...

Page 37: ...he battery If ice can be seen or if the electrolyte fluid cannot be seen do not attempt to start with jumper cables as long as the battery remains frozen WARNING For your personal safety use extreme c...

Page 38: ...FH381V Displacement 26 30 Cu in 431 cc Electrical System 12 Volt Clutch Coil 13 amp Battery 340 cca Oil Capacity 3 2 pt 1 5L w Filter 16 Gross HP Kawasaki Electric Start Make Kawasaki Model FS481V Dis...

Page 39: ...pole a fence post or any vertical structure 3 Compare the angle of the fold with the angle of the hill SLOPE INDENTIFICATION GUIDE ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE TREE POLE FENCE POST BUILDING...

Page 40: ...Notes N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 41: ...Notes N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 42: ...pologize to you for being inconvenienced Warranty service is available only through FERRIS Authorized Service Dealers Most warranty repairs are handled routinely but sometimes requests for warranty se...

Page 43: ...respects to the engine described in the manufacturer s application for certification The warranty period begins on the date the engine is originally purchased The warranty on emissions related parts...

Page 44: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL HydroCut Series Transaxle Drive Walk Behind Mower N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

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