S50X Series
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group
Contact Information Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group
See Features and Controls for the location of Identification Numbers
DATE PURCHASED
5375 N. Main St Munnsville, NY
Table of Contents
Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications
Operator Safety
Features & Controls
Operator Safety
Operator Safety
Safety
Safety
Operator Safety
SLOPE OPERATION
THROWN OBJECTS
Safety
Operator Safety
FUEL AND MAINTENANCE
RETAINING WALLS, DROP-OFFS, AND WATER
Safety
Operator Safety
TRAINING
PREPARATION
Safety
Operator Safety
periods of exposure
Do Not
Safety
Operator Safety
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance and Storage
Safety
Operator Safety
Safety Decals
CAUTION or NOTICE
DANGER
Operator Safety
Safety
Features and Controls
Features and Controls
Controls
Figure 1. Identification Numbers A. Identification Tag
Seat Adjustment Lever
Features and Controls
Ignition Switch
Controls
PTO Power Take Off Switch
Features & Controls
Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock Lever
Hour Meter / Maintenance Reminder
Operation
Operation
Operation
Never allow passengers to ride on the unit
Operation
Figure 5. Seat Adjustment A. Seat Adjustment Lever
Operation
Tire
To adjust pedal position
Operation
Figure 6. Mowing Height Adjustment A. Cutting Height Adjustment Pin
Figure 7. Foot Pedal Adjustment A. Deck Lift Foot Pedal
Operation
Operation
2. NOTE A warm engine may not require choking
DO NOT TOW RIDER
Operation
Operation
Figure 9. Move Control Levers Gradually
Forward Travel Practice
Operation
Operation
Executing Turns
Figure 12. Turning Around a Corner
Operation
Operation
8. Stop the engine see Stopping The Rider and Engine
Height of Grass
Note Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing
When and How Often to Mow
How Much Grass to Cut Off When Broadcasting
Operation
Operation
Figure 18. Trailer Weight Recommendations A. Clevis Pin B. Clip
Operation
Proper Mulching
Regular Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Maintenance
Safety Items
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Figure 19. Engine Oil Drain Briggs & Stratton shown A. Oil Drain Hose
B. Cap C. Oil Filter D. Fuel Filter E. Fuel Tank Selection Valve
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Grease
Lubricating the Front Casters
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Change Interval Every 200 Hours Replacement Filter Number
Figure 24. Checking Transmission Oil Level
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades
DANGER
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Always wear gloves when handling the mower blades
Always wear safety eye protection when grinding
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
To Adjust the Handle Alignment
To Adjust the Handle Placement
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Figure 34. Parking Brake Adjustment A. Brake Spring
B. First Measurement - .50” 1,27 cm C. Brake Spring Rod D. Lock Nut
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Adjustment
Figure 35. Return-to-Neutral Adjustment A. Jam Nuts
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Deck Rod Timing Adjustment
Deck Leveling Adjustment
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS
Figure 40. Mower PTO Belt A. Idler Arm B. Stationary Idler Pulley
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
12. Reinstall the mower deck guards
Figure 42. Blade Alignment 36” Models
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS
Figure 43. Mower PTO Belt A. Idler Arm B. Stationary Idler Pulley
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement
Use extreme caution when removing this spring
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
NOTE This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Checking Battery Voltage
Charging a Completely Discharged Battery
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Discharged
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Storage
Starting After Long Term Storage
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting the Mower
Problem
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Specifications
Specifications
Engine Power Rating Information
19 HP Kawasaki
LINE
FERRIS LIMITED WARRANTY
Owners Limited Warranty Information
Warranty Period
Ferris Industries - a division of Simplicity Manufacturing Inc
Common Service Parts
Product Specifications
ENGINE
BELTS AND BLADES