Ferris Industries Comprehensive Guide to Features and Controls for Ferris 5900606 Lawn Mower

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Parking Brake

DISENGAGE

Releases the parking brake.

ENGAGE

Locks the parking brake.

Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake. Move the lever fully forward to disengage the parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake must be engaged.

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.

Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting

Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock

Lever

These control the cutting height of the mower deck. Depress the pedal until it locks into the 5” (12,7 cm) position. Place the adjustment pin in the desired cutting height and release the lift lock 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.

Hour Meter / Maintenance Reminder

Measures the time of the PTO being engaged. The hour meter measures the number of hours the PTO has been engaged. The hour meter will flash an initial oil change indicator at 5 hours, and a lubrication reminder every 50 hours. These reminders display for approximately two hours and will automatically reset themselves.

Note: The hour meter will register the passage of time only when the PTO is engaged. The hour meter has a self contained power source so the total hours are always visible.

Features & Controls

Fuel Tank Cap

To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.

Fuel Level Gauge

Displays the fuel level in the tank.

Controls

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Contents Ferris Industries DescriptionModel Number Date Purchased Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information Operating SafetySlope Operation Roll Bar Use Fuel and Maintenance Preparation OperationTraining Towed Equipment RIDE-ON Units Slope OperationChildren EmissionsSafe Handling of Gasoline Service and MaintenanceMaintenance and Storage Operational Warnings Roll BAR InstructionsInspection and Maintenance of the Roll BAR Seat Belt Identification Identification NumbersSafety Decals Safety DecalsOperational Safety Checks Safety Interlock SystemNorth American Safety Icons Seat Adjustment Lever Features & ControlsIgnition Switch Control FunctionsHour Meter / Maintenance Reminder PTO Power Take Off SwitchParking Brake Throttle ControlChecks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation Pushing the Rider by Hand Starting the EngineStopping the Rider Smooth Travel Zero Turn Driving PracticeForward Travel Practice Reverse Travel PracticeExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In PlaceMowing Recommendations MowingHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Methods When and How Often to MowMowing Patterns Proper Broadcast MowingProper Mulching Attaching a TrailerTo lower the roll bar Raise & Lower the Roll BARTo raise the roll bar Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat beltStarting After Long Term Storage StorageTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 DaysRider Maintenance Safety ItemsEngine Maintenance Check Tire PressuresEngine Maintenance Regular MaintenanceChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterOil LubricationGrease Cleaning the Battery and Cables Battery MaintenanceCheck Hydraulic OIL Level Change Hydraulic OIL FilterRemoving the Blade Servicing the Mower BladesTroubleshooting the Rider TroubleshootingTroubleshooting the Mower Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceSpeed Balancing Adjustment Seat AdjustmentGround Speed Control Lever Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment Brake Spring Adjustment Nut Parking Brake AdjustmentTo adjust the upper mounting position Rear Suspension AdjustmentTo adjust the spring pre-load Blade Brake Check PTO Clutch AdjustmentNeutral Adjustment RETURN-TO-NEUTRAL AdjustmentTo adjust pedal position Mowing Height AdjustmentFoot Pedal Adjustment Check Lift Rod Timing Deck Leveling AdjustmentHydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Mower PTO Belt Idler Arm Stationary Idler Pulley Mower Belt ReplacementChecking Battery Voltage Battery ServiceCharging a Completely Discharged Battery Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster BatteryMake Certain Vehicles do not Touch This HOOK-UP for Negative Ground VehiclesDimensions SpecificationsEngine ChassisFerris Limited Warranty Mower Deck Belts and BladesTractor