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

Page 2: ...intaining Your Unit 27 Checking Adding Fuel 27 Replacing the Fuel Filter 28 Check Engine Oil Level 28 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 28 Disposing of Used Engine Oil 28 Engine Maintenance 28 Inspec...

Page 3: ...entification tag A Figure 1 can be found in the location shown 1 Your unit may feature a serial tag that looks like either one of the following two options Record your product model number product ser...

Page 4: ...yourself Power equipment is only as safe as the operator If it is misused or not properly maintained it can be dangerous Remember you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you Use c...

Page 5: ...w the safety rules in this operator s manual the unit is safe to operate The mower deck has spinning mower blades that can amputate hands and feet Do not allow anyone near the unit while it is running...

Page 6: ...arages or enclosed trailers The engine emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas and prolonged exposure in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or death Slope Identification Guide 2 How to measure...

Page 7: ...Walk don t run Reduced footing could cause slipping Slow down and use extra care on hillsides Be sure to travel in the recommended direction on hillsides Turf conditions can affect the machines stabil...

Page 8: ...ing or traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the unit by putting your foot on the ground ride on units Do not mow excessively steep slopes Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes Do no...

Page 9: ...s to support components when required Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before making any repairs Disconnect the negative termi...

Page 10: ...r repair the ROLL BAR Never alter the ROLL BAR by welding anything to it or by drilling additional holes BEFORE FIRST TIME USE Inspect the ROLL BAR structure and mounting hardware for 1 Check to make...

Page 11: ...4008200 Decal Warning Hand in Belt C Part Number 84007896 Decal Danger Cut Hand Foot D Part Number 84008198 Decal Warning Pinch Point E Part Number 5104082YP Decal Warning Folding Roll Bar F Part Numb...

Page 12: ...ps forward motion on a slope stop the blades and drive slowly off the slope DANGER Water retaining walls and drop off hazards Wheels dropping over edges may result in serious injury death or drowning...

Page 13: ...otection and roll bar certification Replace a damaged roll bar do not attempt to repair or modify Any alteration of the roll bar must be approved by the manufacturer Do not exceed the machine weight r...

Page 14: ...stop the blades and drive slowly off the slope Danger Amputation hazard Do not mow when children or others are around Never carry riders especially children even with the blades off Do not mow in reve...

Page 15: ...for at least 3 minutes prior to adding fuel Do not add fuel indoors in an enclosed trailer garage or other enclosed areas Clean up spilled fuel Do not smoke while operating this machine Battery Safet...

Page 16: ...perly jack the machine and secure with jack stands before working under the machine Safety Interlock System This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches These safety systems are present for yo...

Page 17: ...heel and the right lever controls the right rear drive wheel 8 Forward Neutral Reverse The parking brake must be disengaged before attempting to move the ground speed control levers from the NEUTRAL p...

Page 18: ...secures the seat plate to the frame of the unit 10 To raise the seat plate release the latch by moving the seat latch towards the front of the unit and then raise the seat plate The seat latch is spr...

Page 19: ...is unit is equipped with a dual function hour meter that records the number of hours that the engine has run and the number of hours that the PTO switch has been engaged A Hour Glass Icon The hour gla...

Page 20: ...are in place and tight Adjust the seat position and make certain you can reach all the controls from operator s position Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel Refer to engine operator s manual for fuel...

Page 21: ...moving the control levers inward Smooth Travel The ground speed control levers of the zero turn riding mower are responsive The BEST method of handling the ground speed control levers is in three step...

Page 22: ...moving the LEFT ground speed control lever back to center and then slightly back from center 3 Begin mowing forward again This technique turns the unit LEFT and slightly overlaps the row just cut eli...

Page 23: ...er using a grass collection system and starting a compost pile 19 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 re...

Page 24: ...ching mowers cannot function properly if the grass is wet or if the grass is simply too high to cut Even more than normal mowing mulching requires that the grass be dry and the appropriate amount is c...

Page 25: ...wer the roll bar only when necessary and NEVER remove it Do NOT use seat belt when the roll bar is down Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits Do NOT jump off if the mower tips To lower the r...

Page 26: ...cover If the unit can t be stored on a reasonably level surface chock the wheels Clean all grass and dirt from the mower Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 Days Before you store your unit for the off se...

Page 27: ...ge Hydraulic Oil Filter ENGINE MAINTENANCE Before Each Use Check Engine Oil Level Every 25 Hours Check Clean Cooling Fins Intake Every 50 Hours Check Clean Spark Arrester Refer to Engine Owner s Manua...

Page 28: ...l for dipstick and oil fill locations and specific engine oil check and fill procedures Changing the Engine Oil and Filter This series of mower has different engine options Briggs Stratton Commercial...

Page 29: ...0W 50 conventional detergent motor oil 1 Locate the transmission oil tanks A Figure 27 by raising the seat plate of the unit 2 Check the oil level when the unit is cold The oil should be up to the FUL...

Page 30: ...e Hydraulic System 1 Chock the front wheels to prevent the unit from rolling Raise the rear of the unit so that the unit s rear tires do not contact the ground Position jack stands under the rear bump...

Page 31: ...the 1 4 28 grease fitting and reinstall the 1 4 28 bolt 4 Repeat the process for the other side of the machine Servicing the Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blades CAUTION Laceration hazard Mower blad...

Page 32: ...ely eroded B and the notch C is 25 6 35 mm deep or greater The mower blade is broken or bent 35 4 If the cutting edges are not sharp or have nicks sharpen the blades WARNING Thrown objects and fire ha...

Page 33: ...d with a suspension seat In addition to the forwards and backwards seat adjustment models equipped with a suspension seat can also be adjusted for suspension ride comfort Seat Adjustment Lever Forward...

Page 34: ...re life Cutting Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment pin A Figure 42 controls the mower s cutting height The cutting height is adjustable between 1 1 2 3 8 cm and 5 12 7 cm in 1 4 0 6 cm in...

Page 35: ...ate 1 To raise the seat plate release the latch by moving the seat latch A Figure 44 towards the front of the unit and then raise the seat plate 44 2 The seat latch is spring loaded When the seat plat...

Page 36: ...set collar A Figure 47 on the neutral return rod B 47 3 Position the set collar along the neutral return rod until it contacts and very lightly compresses the neutral return spring C 4 Move the ground...

Page 37: ...he engine and chock the tires 2 Raise the seat plate 3 Locate the parking brake springs A Figure 49 49 4 With the parking brake engaged measure the compressed spring length The spring should measure 2...

Page 38: ...nce between the rod pivots 5 Re fasten the ball joint to the lift pivot arm with the bolt spacer and nut in the same order that they were removed 6 Tighten the jam nut against the base of the ball joi...

Page 39: ...ng if the Deck Leveling Needs to be Adjusted procedure to verify that the deck has been leveled correctly If the mower deck does not measure 4 10 2 cm in the front and 4 1 4 10 8 cm in the rear procee...

Page 40: ...side and the center spindle pulleys J and the PTO clutch pulley G Make sure that the V side of the belt runs in the pulley grooves and that the belt is correctly routed through the PTO clutch belt gu...

Page 41: ...nit and the arrow A Figure 59 indicates the front of the unit 59 1 Park the unit on a smooth level surface such as a concrete floor Disengage the PTO engage the parking brake turn off the ignition and...

Page 42: ...lt See Mower Drive Belt Replacement for instructions Rear Suspension Adjustment The shock assembly can be adjusted in two ways to allow the operator to customize the ride according to operator s weigh...

Page 43: ...unit is equipped with a maintenance free BCIU1 battery 1 Disconnect the cables from the battery negative cable first A Figure 62 62 2 Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush unti...

Page 44: ...Spark plug s faulty fouled or incorrectly gapped Clean and gap or replace See engine operator s manual Water in fuel Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel Gas is old or stale Drain fuel and replace...

Page 45: ...an out the mower Not overlapping cutting rows enough Overlap your cutting rows Not overlapping enough when turning When turning your effective cutting width decreases overlap more when turning Problem...

Page 46: ...mate 1059 lbs 480 kg Models with 60 61 Mower Decks Overall Length 81 206 cm Overall Width with discharge chute up 75 3 4 192 cm Overall Width with discharge chute down 65 1 2 166 cm Height 68 173 cm W...

Page 47: ...products ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY Warranty service is available only through FERRIS Authorized Service Dealers This warranty only covers defects in materials or workmanship It does not cover damage caused...

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