S200X 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 Rules and Information OPERATING SAFETY
Safety
Operator Safety
SLOPE OPERATION
THROWN OBJECTS
Safety
Operator Safety
ROLL BAR USE
RETAINING WALLS, DROP-OFFS, AND WATER
Safety
Operator Safety
FUEL AND MAINTENANCE
ENCLOSED AREAS
Safety
Operator Safety
TRAINING
PREPARATION
Safety
Operator Safety
SLOPE OPERATION
TOWED EQUIPMENT RIDE-ON UNITS
Safety
Operator Safety
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance and Storage
Safety
Operator Safety
ROLL BAR INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATIONAL WARNINGS
Safety
Operator Safety
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLL BAR SEAT BELT
INSPECT WEBBING
Safety
Operator Safety
Safety Decals
CAUTION or NOTICE
DANGER
Operator Safety
Safety
Operator Safety
Features and Controls
Safety
Identification Numbers
Controls
Features and Controls
Seat Adjustment Lever
Ignition Switch
PTO Power Take Off Switch
Features & Controls
Hour Meter / Maintenance Reminder
Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock Lever
Operation
Operation
Operation
General Operating Safety
Seat Adjustment
Operation
Mowing Height Adjustment
Figure 4. Seat Adjustment A. Seat Adjustment Lever
To adjust pedal position
Foot Pedal Adjustment
Figure 6. Foot Pedal Adjustment A. Deck Lift Foot Pedal
THERE IS NO ROLL OVER PROTECTION WHEN THE ROLL BAR IS DOWN
Operation
Operation
Starting the Engine
Stopping the Rider
Operation
Operation
Zero Turn Driving Practice
Smooth Travel
Operation
Operation
Practice Turning Around a Corner
Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn
Operation
Operation
Mowing
Mowing Recommendations
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
Attaching A Trailer
Regular Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Engine Maintenance
Checking / Adding Fuel
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Lubrication
Grease
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Figure 25. Battery Compartment A. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir
Check Hydraulic 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
Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment
Speed Balancing Adjustment
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Neutral Adjustment
Parking Brake Adjustment
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Return-To-Neutral Adjustment
Adjustment
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Deck Rod Timing Adjustment
Deck Leveling Adjustment
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Mower Belt Replacement
To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement
Use extreme caution when removing this spring
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Battery Maintenance
NOTE This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Battery Service
Checking Battery Voltage
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Maintenance
Regular Maintenance
Storage
Starting After Long Term Storage
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Troubleshooting Chart
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting the Mower
Problem
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems
Problem
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
DIMENSIONS
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