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Loss of control and roll-over hazard.

Operating on slopes can be hazardous and

cause loss of control and roll-overs.

• Do not operate on slopes over 10

degrees.

• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed

changes.

• Reduce speed and use extreme caution

on slopes.

• Avoid turning down slopes; if possible

turn up slopes.

• If machine stops forward motion on a

slope, stop the blades and drive slowly

off the slope.

Water, retaining walls, and drop-off

hazards.

Wheels dropping over edges may result in

serious injury, death or drowning.

• Do not operate down slope towards or

near water, retaining walls, or drop-offs.

• Give yourself a minimum of two mower

widths of clearance around these

hazards.

 

WARNING

Fire hazard.

Gasoline is flammable. Yard debris is

combustible.

• Allow engine to cool for at least 3

minutes before refueling.

• Keep unit cleaned of debris.
• This equipment may create sparks that

can start fires around dry vegetation. A

spark arrester may be required. Contact

local fire agencies for regulations

relating to fire prevention requirements.

Avoid serious injury or death.

Read the operator's manual before using

this product.

• Do not operate this machine unless you

are trained.

• Know the location and function of all

controls.

• Keep safety devices (guards, shields,

switches, etc.) in place and working.

• Remove objects that could be thrown

by the blade.

• Be sure blade(s) and engine are

stopped before placing hands or feet

near blade(s).

• When leaving machine, shut off,

remove key, and set parking brake.

7101665 - Decal, Danger, Discharge

Safety alert triangle.

 

DANGER

Keep hands and feet away from deck.

Do not operate mower unless discharge

chute or entire grass catcher is in its proper

place.

Safety Icons for Optional Jack Kit

Accessory

An optional jack kit is available as an accessory through your

normal parts source. Please see the explanations below for

the safety icons displayed on the jack kit. 

 

Part Number:

 5105632 - Decal, Warnings, Svc Jack 

 

1.) Warning - Read the Operator's Manual. 

 

 

2.) Crushing Hazard, Mower:

 (1.) Park machine on flat

level ground and engage the parking brake; (2.) Stop the

engine and remove the ignition key; (3.) Properly jack the

machine and secure with jack stands before working under

the machine. 

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

Страница 2: ...placing the Fuel Filter 21 Check Engine Oil Level 22 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 22 Clean the Engine Compartment Area with Pressurized Air and Water 22 Engine Maintenance 22 Containing Spilled...

Страница 3: ...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 Identifying Your Unit The following products are cov...

Страница 4: ...he safety alert triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed Operating Safety Power equipment is only as safe as the operator If it is misused or not properly maint...

Страница 5: ...book 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 equipment while it is running To help you the operator use this...

Страница 6: ...a smartphone or an angle finder tool WARNING Do not operate on slopes greater than 10 degrees 1 Use a straight edge at least two 2 feet long A Figure 2 A 2x4 or a straight piece of metal works well 2...

Страница 7: ...tions for wheel weights or counterweights 20 Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to other people or property 21 All drivers should seek and obtain professional and practic...

Страница 8: ...f an edge caves in Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance around these hazards 11 Do not use grass catchers on steep slopes 12 Do not mow slopes you cannot back up 13 Remove obstacle...

Страница 9: ...ore restarting 6 Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running 7 Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when ne...

Страница 10: ...while the engine is running Stop the engine and wait until it is cool Even then use extreme care when removing the cap Safety Decals and Icons Read the safety decals before operating your unit The ca...

Страница 11: ...regulations relating to fire prevention requirements Avoid serious injury or death Read the operator s manual before using this product Do not operate this machine unless you are trained Know the loc...

Страница 12: ...ed control levers must be locked in the NEUTRAL position after the operator returns to the seat in order to start the engine Features and Controls Control Functions and Locations The information below...

Страница 13: ...not require choking Pull the knob UP to close the choke Push the knob DOWN to open the choke PTO Power Take Off Switch The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower blades Pull UP on the switch to e...

Страница 14: ...ve in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit WARNING Never operate on slopes greater than 10 degrees Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope Use extra caution when o...

Страница 15: ...s to the middle position will stop rider movement Pivot the levers outward and lock them in NEUTRAL 2 Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO switch 3 Engage the parking brake by pulling the park...

Страница 16: ...efore attempting to do so near objects The rider turns sharply in reverse as well as forward and backing up straight takes practice Practice Turning Around A Corner 10 While traveling forward allow on...

Страница 17: ...Stopping the Rider Mowing Recommendations Several factors can affect how well your machine cuts grass Following proper mowing recommendations can improve the performance and life of your machine Heigh...

Страница 18: ...o fast using a slower ground speed will improve the cutting efficiency of the blades and prevents many common cutting problems Use an appropriate ground speed for the thickness and height of the grass...

Страница 19: ...utting 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 speed until you achieve the best cut Start with a hi...

Страница 20: ...rk plug opening is protected from foreign objects with a suitable cover If the unit can t be stored on a reasonable level surface chock the wheels Clean all grass and dirt from the mower Long Term Sto...

Страница 21: ...en it away from the plug before beginning any maintenance or service procedures on order to prevent accidental ignition Adding Fuel WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Fi...

Страница 22: ...stall the oil drain hose to its storage position so it is retained during normal operation 5 Place an absorbent shop cloth under the engine oil filter D Remove the engine oil filter and replace with a...

Страница 23: ...e implemented any time a hydraulic system has been opened to facilitate maintenance or any additional oil has been added to the system The resulting symptoms of air in the hydraulic system may be Nois...

Страница 24: ...recommended and available through your normal parts source Lithium Complex EP 2 NLGI 2 grease may be used if 5022285 is not available Using a non compatible grease could damage or cause premature par...

Страница 25: ...previous sharpening or wear A Figure 26 The air lifts are excessively eroded A Figure 27 and the notch B is 25 6 35 mm deep or greater The mower blade is broken or bent 26 27 3 If the cutting edges ar...

Страница 26: ...evel position Installing Mower Blades 1 Reinstall each blade with the airlifts A Figure 30 pointing up towards the mower deck as shown Install the concave side of the washer B towards the blade Instal...

Страница 27: ...djust the speed of the wheel that is traveling faster 1 Tighten the knob A Figure 33 of the faster wheel by 1 2 turn clockwise increments until the rider travels tracks straight WARNING Unsafe Operati...

Страница 28: ...floor pan Reverse the removal procedure Neutral Adjustment The neutral system for this mower is a function of the transaxles 1 Drive the machine to a flat level surface Engage the parking brake and di...

Страница 29: ...nce between the outside tips of the blades A Figure 38 and the ground B 38 The front measurements C should equal 4 10 2 cm The rear measurements D should equal 4 1 4 10 8 cm 8 If the measurements do n...

Страница 30: ...to the increased tension in the spring as the idler arm is being rotated Injury may result if the breaker bar is prematurely released while the spring is under tension 3 Using a 1 2 breaker bar place...

Страница 31: ...mower deck guards and the floor pan 8 Run the mower under no load condition for about five 5 minutes to break in the new belt Transmission Drive Belt Replacement This zero turn rider is equipped with...

Страница 32: ...ming from it are highly explosive Ventilate the battery well during charging A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be the result of a defect in the charging system or other electrical...

Страница 33: ...throttle Ground speed is too fast Decrease ground speed Cutting height set too low Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during first pass Problem Engine stalls easily with mower engaged Discharge...

Страница 34: ...Engine speed is too slow Always mow at full throttle Ground speed is too fast Slow down Deck is plugged with grass Clean out the mower Specifications Specifications are correct at time of printing an...

Страница 35: ...shown above or at www onlineproductregistration com or mail the completed registration card if provided or call 1 800 743 4115 in USA Save your proof of purchase receipt If you do not provide proof of...

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