Ferris Industries 5900637 Ignition Switch, Parking Brake Handle, PTO Power Take Off Switch, Choke

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Ignition Switch

The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has three positions:

OFF

Stops the engine and shuts off the

 

electrical system.

RUN

Allows the engine to run and powers

 

the electrical system.

START

Cranks the engine for starting.

NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with the engine stopped–this drains the battery.

Parking Brake Handle

The parking brake is released by pushing DOWN on the parking brake handle until it stops. To engage the parking brake, pull UP on the handle until it locks over center.

PTO (Power Take Off) Switch

The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull UP on the switch to engage, and push DOWN to disengage.

Engine Kill/Operator Presence

Handles

These handles are a major factor in the safety interlock system of the mower. The handles are sensitive to touch, and if you release the handles while operating the machine, the machine will stall. The operator must be touching the handles in order to deactivate the engine kill system. The operator must be in the operator’s area touching the handles to engage the Engine Kill / Operator Presence Handles before disengaging the parking brake and engaging the PTO switch. Also, see Auxillary Engine Kill/ Operator Presence Lever.

Throttle Control

The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle.

Choke

Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Pull the knob UP to close the choke. Push to knob DOWN to open the choke.

Features & Controls

Neutral Return Pedal

The neutral return pedal provides a hands-free return to neutral. This is used in conjunction with the Reverse Speed Control Levers (B) to properly stop the machine.

See the Operation section for steering instructions.

Fuel Tank Cap

To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.

Cutting Height Adjust Handle

The Cutting height adjust handle controls the mower cutting height. To adjust the mower cutting height, turn the crank handle clockwise to raise the cutting height. Turn the crank handle counterclockwise to lower the cutting height.

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Auxillary Engine Kill/Operator

Presence Lever

This lever is a major factor in the safety interlock system of the mower. The engine kill/operator presence handles are sensitive to touch, and if you wear gloves while operating this machine, the handles may not detect your presence. The operator must be touching the handles or have the auxillary lever depressed in order to deactivate the engine kill system. The operator must be in the operator’s area touching the handles or depress the auxillary lever to engage the Engine Kill / Operator Presence Safety System before disengaging the parking brake and engaging the PTO switch.

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Contents 5100647 Tractor Combo ModelsMower Deck Model Number DescriptionProduct Reference Data Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information Operating SafetySlope Operation Fuel and Maintenance Training OperationDo Not Slope OperationSafe Handling of Gasoline Maintenance and StorageModels Identification NumbersCE Identification TAG Markings North AmericanSafety Decals Safety DecalsALL Models North American Models CE Models Export Safety Interlock System / Safety Icons Safety Interlock SystemOperational Safety Checks CE Safety Icons North American Safety IconsCE Safety Icons Forward Speed Control Lever Reverse Speed Control Levers Features & ControlsControl Functions 2013964104 & BelowParking Brake Handle Ignition SwitchPTO Power Take Off Switch Cutting Height Adjust Handle2013964105 2014550198 & Above General Operating Safety OperationChecks Before Starting Stopping the Mower Starting the EngineTo make a left-hand turn See Figure Driving the MowerTo Move Forward and SET Forward Speed See Figure To Move Backward See FigureIncrease forward movement speed To make a right-hand turn See FigureTall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting MowingMowing Recommendations Height of GrassProper Broadcast Mowing When and How Often to MowMowing Methods Mowing PatternsProper Mulching Pushing the Mower by HandLong Term Storage Longer Than 30 Days StorageStarting After Long Term Storage Temporary Storage 30 Days Or LessRegular Maintenance Before Every Spring Each250 Fall Use Hours Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester Check Tire PressuresChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterCheck Hydraulic OIL Level Change OIL & FilterChange AIR Filter Lubrication GreaseOil Negative Cable & Terminal Cleaning the Battery and CablesTool Positive + Cable & TerminalBalancing the Blade Servicing the Mower BladesTroubleshooting the Mower TroubleshootingTroubleshooting the Mower Deck Troubleshooting, Adjustment & RepairTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems Troubleshooting, Adjustment & RepairDeck Lift ROD Timing Adjustment Mowing Height AdjustmentFirst Deck Leveling AdjustmentMeasure Me asurePTO Clutch to Deck Belt Mower Belt ReplacementCheck / Adjust the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring Length Troubleshooting, Adjustment & RepairTransmission Drive Belt Replacement If Machine Veers to the Left Transmission Neutral & Tracking AdjustmentsNeutral Adjustment Tracking AdjustmentTransmission Maintenance Changing Oil & FiltersTo Bleed Air From Transmissions Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster Battery Battery ServiceChecking Battery Voltage Charging a Completely Discharged BatteryThis HOOK-UP for Negative Ground Vehicles Specifications Engine SpecificationsAlign this Edge with a Vertical Surface Page Ferris Limited Warranty OPERATOR’S Manual

5900633, 5900647, 5900972, 5900644, 5900637 specifications

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