1 Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Safety Rules & Information Safety Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misu

2. Lubricate the new filter base with a few drops of transmission oil. Fill the filter half full of oil. 1. Locate the transmission oil filter (A, Figure 17). 3. Clean the area around the filter base and remove the filter. Do NOT drain the hydraulic system oil. 4. Thread the new filter onto the filter base until the gasket makes contact, then tighten 3/4 of a turn more. 5. Run the unit for several minutes and check the transmission oil level. IMPORTANTNOTE:Use caution after changing the filter;a

Do not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition OFF, and remove the key. 2. Lift the seat plate to gain access to the hydraulic pumps. 3. To disengage the pumps (free-wheel position), turn the hydraulic release valves (A, Figure 2) located on the pumps COUNTER-CLOCKWISE a maximum of 2 full turns. 4. Disengage the parking brake. The tractor can now be pushed by hand. 5. After moving the tractor, re-engage the pumps (drive pos

We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Ferris brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Ferris product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with this machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and intended to be used and maintained according to the manual and operated by trained professionals for finish cutting of estab

8. Refer to Figure 39. To adjust the inner lift rod, loosen the jam nut on the front ball joint then remove the 1/2” hardware fastening the ball joint the the lift pivot arm. Turn the ball joint clockwise to shorten the distance between the rod pivots or counterclockwise to lengthen the distance between the rod pivots. Reinstall the ball joint on the lift pivot arm and secure with the 1/2” hardware previously removed. Tighten the jam nut against the lift rod. 9. Refer to Figure 39. To adjust the

7. Remove the belts from the crankshaft pulley grooves and pull out from behind the clutch. Pump Drive Belt Replacement 1. Place the belts under clutch into the crankshaft pulley grooves. 2. Wrap the belts around the top side of the idler arm pulley and install the belts in the right-hand pump pulley grooves. 3. Reinstall the spring onto the anchor bolt on the idler arm. 4. Carefully rotate the idler arm with the breaker bar counter-clockwise (see Figure 49). While holding the breaker bar firmly

4. Balance the blade as shown in Figure 29. Center the blade’s hole on a nail lubricated with a drop of oil. A balanced blade will remain level. 5. Reinstall each blade with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 30. Secure with a bolt and flat washer and torque bolts to 70 ft.lbs. (94 N.m.). Figure 28. Removing the Blade WARNING Mower blades are sharp. For your personal safety, do not handle mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious

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. CHECKS BEFORE STARTING • Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operators Manual for instructions and oil recommendations. • Check the radiator fluid level. See engine operator’s manual for instructions. • Check the

3. Prepare the mower deck for storage as follows: a. Remove mower deck from the unit. b. Clean underside of mower deck. c. Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat of oil to prevent rusting. 4. Clean external surfaces and engine. 5. Prepare engine for storage. See engine owner’s manual. 6. Clean any dirt or grass from cylinder head, engine housing and air cleaner element. 7. Cover air cleaner and exhaust outlet tightly with plastic or other waterproof material to keep out moisture,

3. Move the ground speed control levers towards the neutral position. If the levers do not align with the notches in the neutral lock plate, it is necessary to adjust the reverse return bolts (A, Figure 34). Neutral Position Adjustment 1. Loosen the jam nut (D, Figure 34) locked against the clevis. 2. Turn the reverse return bolt (A) clockwise to adjust handle rearward, counter-clockwise to adjust handle forward. 4. Pull lever rearward and release to check position again. Adjust as necessary to