Ferris Industries 5900647, 5900645, 5900636, 5900646, 5900638, 5900635 manual Slope Operation, Do Not

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Safety Rules & Information

23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.

24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, leaves & excess oil. Do not stop or park over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.

WARNING

It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust system installed on this engine.

25. OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing protection when exposed to sound levels greater than 85 dBA for an 8 hour time period.

CAUTION

This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss

though extended periods of exposure.

Wear hearing protection when operating this machine.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not drive on it.

WARNING

Operating on steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of steering, control and rollover.

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 caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.

Do

1.Mow across slopes, not up and down.

2.Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

3.Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

4.Use slow speed. Choose a slow speed so that you will not have to stop or change speed while on the slope.

5.Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the unit.

6.Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

7.See your authorized dealer for recommendations of available weights to improve stability.

Do Not

1.Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If tires lose traction (i.e. machine stops forward motion on a slope), disengage the blade(s) (PTO) and drive slow off the slope.

2.Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly.

3.Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance or mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

4.Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing or traction could cause sliding.

5.Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

6.Do not use grass catcher 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 children will remain where you last saw them.

1.Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

2.Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.

3.Before and during reverse operation, look behind and down for small children.

4.Never allow children to operate the unit.

5.Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

EMISSIONS

1.Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

2.Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label.

IGNITION SYSTEM (GASOLINE MODELS)

1.This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

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Contents Tractor Combo Models Mower DeckModel Number Description 5100647Product Reference Data Table of Contents Operating Safety Safety Rules & InformationSlope Operation Fuel and Maintenance Operation TrainingSlope Operation Do NotMaintenance and Storage Safe Handling of GasolineIdentification Numbers CE Identification TAG MarkingsNorth American ModelsALL Models North American Models CE Models Export Safety DecalsSafety Decals Operational Safety Checks Safety Interlock System / Safety IconsSafety Interlock System CE Safety Icons CE Safety IconsNorth American Safety Icons Features & Controls Control Functions2013964104 & Below Forward Speed Control Lever Reverse Speed Control LeversIgnition Switch PTO Power Take Off SwitchCutting Height Adjust Handle Parking Brake Handle2013964105 2014550198 & Above Checks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation Starting the Engine Stopping the MowerDriving the Mower To Move Forward and SET Forward Speed See FigureTo Move Backward See Figure To make a left-hand turn See FigureTo make a right-hand turn See Figure Increase forward movement speedMowing Mowing RecommendationsHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingWhen and How Often to Mow Mowing MethodsMowing Patterns Proper Broadcast MowingPushing the Mower by Hand Proper MulchingStorage Starting After Long Term StorageTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 Days250 Fall Use Hours Regular MaintenanceBefore Every Spring Each Check Tire Pressures Checking / Adding FuelFuel Filter Inspect Muffler and Spark ArresterChange AIR Filter Check Hydraulic OIL LevelChange OIL & Filter Oil LubricationGrease Cleaning the Battery and Cables ToolPositive + Cable & Terminal Negative Cable & TerminalServicing the Mower Blades Balancing the BladeTroubleshooting Troubleshooting the MowerTroubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Troubleshooting the Mower DeckTroubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsMowing Height Adjustment Deck Lift ROD Timing AdjustmentDeck Leveling Adjustment MeasureMe asure FirstMower Belt Replacement PTO Clutch to Deck BeltTroubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Check / Adjust the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring LengthTransmission Drive Belt Replacement Transmission Neutral & Tracking Adjustments Neutral AdjustmentTracking Adjustment If Machine Veers to the LeftTo Bleed Air From Transmissions Transmission MaintenanceChanging Oil & Filters Battery Service Checking Battery VoltageCharging a Completely Discharged Battery Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster BatteryThis HOOK-UP for Negative Ground Vehicles Specifications Specifications EngineAlign this Edge with a Vertical Surface Page Ferris Limited Warranty OPERATOR’S Manual

5900633, 5900647, 5900972, 5900644, 5900637 specifications

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