Ferris Industries 5900754 IS2000ZKAV3461SS, 34HP, 61 CUT ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER manual

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Operation

Operation

GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY

Before first time operation:

•Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower.

•Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.

•Drive in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit.

WARNING

Never operate on slopes greater than 15° which is a rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) vertically in 20 feet (6 m) horizontally.

Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope. Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a rear-mounted grass catcher.

Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use caution when changing directions and

DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.

WARNING

Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.

Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.

Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

•Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.

•Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place and tight.

•Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can reach all controls from operator’s position.

•Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual for fuel recommendations.

•Make sure the fuel valve (D) is in the “ON” position.

 

D

 

C

B

A

 

Figure 1. Pre-start Checks

A.Fuel Tank Cap

B.Crankcase Oil Fill

C.Seat Adjustment Lever

D.Fuel Valve

WARNING

Do not load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck using two separate ramps. Only use a single ramp that is at least one foot wider than the width of the rear wheels of this rider. This rider has a zero turning radius and the rear wheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider could tip over injuring the operator or bystanders.

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Contents Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC Model Number DescriptionDate Purchased Table of Contents Operating Safety Slope Operation Roll Bar Use Fuel and Maintenance Preparation OperationTraining Slope Operation Towed Equipment RIDE-ON UnitsChildren EmissionsService and Maintenance Ignition System Gasoline ModelsRoll BAR Instructions Operational WarningsInspection and Maintenance of the Roll BAR Seat Belt Identification Numbers IdentificationSafety Decals Operational Safety Checks Safety Interlock SystemNorth American Safety Icons Seat Adjustment Lever Ignition SwitchAIR Cooled Models only Control FunctionsPTO Power Take Off Switch Hour Meter / Maintenance ReminderParking Brake Throttle ControlLiquid Cooled Models only Water Temperature Gauge Never allow passengers to ride on the unit General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting Pushing the Rider by Hand Starting the EngineStopping the Rider Zero Turn Driving Practice Smooth TravelForward Travel Practice Reverse Travel PracticePractice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place Executing an End-Of-Row Zero TurnExecuting Turns TurningMowing Mowing RecommendationsHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingWhen and How Often to Mow Mowing MethodsMowing Patterns Proper Broadcast MowingAttaching a Trailer Proper MulchingRaise & Lower the Roll BAR To lower the roll barTo raise the roll bar Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat beltStorage Starting After Long Term StorageTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 DaysSafety Items Rider MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Before Every Spring Each 100 250 Fall Use HoursCheck Tire Pressures Checking / Adding FuelFuel Filter Change OIL & FilterChange Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number Check Hydraulic OIL LevelChange Hydraulic OIL Filter Pressurized System Change Engine Coolant Clean Radiator & ScreenCheck Engine Coolant Level Lubrication GreaseOil PivotsCleaning the Battery and Cables Liquid Cooled Models Battery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and Cables Air Cooled Models Servicing the Mower Blades Removing the BladeTroubleshooting Warning Troubleshooting the RiderTroubleshooting the Mower Rider TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems StreakingGround Speed Control Lever Adjustment Seat AdjustmentSeat Adjustment Suspension Seat Speed Balancing Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentRETURN-TO-NEUTRAL Adjustment Parking Brake AdjustmentReturn Spring Set CollarTo adjust the upper mounting position Suspension AdjustmentTo adjust the spring pre-load To adjust pedal position Mowing Height AdjustmentFoot Pedal Adjustment Deck Lift ROD Timing Inner Rod4 Locations Deck Leveling AdjustmentDeck Lift Spring Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Mower Belt Replacement DeckBattery Service Checking Battery VoltageCharging a Completely Discharged Battery Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster BatteryJump Starting This HOOK-UP for Negative Ground VehiclesMake Certain Vehicles do not Touch Dimensions EngineChassis TransmissionsFerris Limited Warranty Mower Deck Belts and BladesTractor

5900737 IS2000ZKAV2561 CAL, 25HP, 61 CUT ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER, 5900750 IS2000ZKAV2761, 27HP, 61 CUT ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER, 5901170 IS2000ZK2761, 27HP, 61 CUT ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER, 5900624 IS2000ZKAV2552, 25HP, 52 CUT ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER, 5900619 IS2000ZKAV2561, 25HP, 61 CUT ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER specifications

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