Ferris 5900635 - Manual

3 Safety Rules & Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured if you use this unit on too steep of a slope. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate footing and unit traction (and control) can cause you to lose control and possibly slip and fall or...

4 Safety Rules & Information Enclosed Areas Only operate this unit outdoors and away from unventilated areas such as inside garages or enclosed trailers. The engine emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas and prolonged exposure in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or death. Fuel and Main...

5 2. Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. 3. Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from the operator’s position. Use seat belts if provided. 4. Be sure of your footing wh...

6 Safety Rules & Information 23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision. 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, leaves & excess oil. Do not stop or park over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials. 25. OSHA regulations...

7 Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignit...

8 www.ferrisindustries.com Identification Numbers North American Models CE Models SA M PL E SAMPLE When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model/serial number and engine serial numbers on the space provided for ea...

Safety Decals SAFETY DECALS Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all the safety decals. 9 NORTH AMERICAN MODELS CE MODELS (EXPORT) ALL MODELS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 2...

10 www.ferrisindustries.com Safety Interlock System / Safety Icons SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation reg...

11 CE SAFETY ICONS Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Warning: Remove Key Before Servicing. Remove the key and consult technical li...

12 www.ferrisindustries.com CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for...

16 www.ferrisindustries.com 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 w...

17 WARNING If you do not understand how a specific control functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL controls. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Engage the...

18 www.ferrisindustries.com Operation Figure 3. Forward Travel.A. Forward Speed Control Lever Figure 4. Reverse Travel.A. Reverse Steering Control Levers Figure 5. Left Turn Travel.A. Left Hand Steering Control Lever DRIVING THE MOWER NOTE: Before attempting to drive the mower make sure you have rea...

20 www.ferrisindustries.com Operation MOWING Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in the Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Repair section. 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the motion control lever is in the NEUTRAL position. 2. Start the engine (...

21 When and How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: 1. Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high. 2. Mow with sharp blades. Short clippings of grass one inch or shorte...

22 www.ferrisindustries.com PUSHING THE MOWER BY HAND 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition OFF, and remove the key. 2. To disengage the transmissions (free-wheel position), lift the hydraulic release levers (A, Figure 9) located in front of the gas tank. Lock into positi...

23 Operation STORAGE Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure ...

24 www.ferrisindustries.com MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Regular Maintenance SAFETY ITEMS Before Each Use Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 250 Ho...

25 WARNING 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.Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot, as spilled g...

27 Regular Maintenance Figure 15. Lubrication Points Mower Deck Lubrication Points* LUBRICATION Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figure 15 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks • mower deck spindles • mower de...

29 SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 2. Remove the deck guard. 3. Raise the mower deck and secure with jack stands. 4. To remove blade for sharpening, use two (2) 15/16” wrenches to remove the nut...

30 www.ferrisindustries.com TROUBLESHOOTING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common p...

31 Rider Troubleshooting Continued. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but mower will 1. Transmission release lever(s) 1. Move into drive position. not drive. in “neutral” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. See problem and cause below. 4. Brake is not ...

32 www.ferrisindustries.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking. 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades. 2. Blades are worn down to far. 2. Replace your blades. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at full thr...

33 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT See Figure 20. The mowing height adjustment can be changed by turning the cutting height adjustment handle. To Raise the Mower Deck: Turn the cutting height adjustment handle (A, Figure 20) clockwise. To Lower the Mower Deck: Turn ...

34 www.ferrisindustries.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair B A Figure 23. Lift Rod Clevis AdjustmentA. Clevis, 1/2-20B. 1/2-20 Jam NutC. Cotter PinD. Clevis PinE. Rear Deck Lift Rod D C E DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be check...

35 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Figure 26. Deck Level AdjustmentA. Jam nutB. Adjustment BoltC. Chain Hanger Clevis A B C 6. Manually position the left hand mower blade so that the tip of the blade is pointing towards the front and back of the mower. Measure from the front tip of the blad...

TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 1. Remove the deck drive belt. See MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT sections. 2. Remove the clutch anchor bolts (A, Figure 30) that fasten the clutch anchor pad to the anchor. 3. Unplug the PTO clutch from the wire harness. 4. Remove the spring anchor nut (E) and remove the...

38 www.ferrisindustries.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL & TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS Neutral Adjustment 1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor, away from bystanders and preferably facing a wall. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking br...

39 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE The hydrostatic transmissions are sealed units that require no maintenance other than the following. • Keep the machine and the transmission cooling fins clear or grass, leaves and debris. • Keep oil level in the reservoir (A, Figu...

40 www.ferrisindustries.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair BATTERY SERVICE Checking Battery Voltage A voltmeter can be used to determine condition of battery. When engine is off, the voltmeter shows battery voltage, which should be 12 volts. When engine is running, the voltmeter shows volt...

42 www.ferrisindustries.com Specifications SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE: 19 Gross HP† Kawasaki Make Kawasaki Model FH580V Displacement 35.7 Cu. in (585 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 13 amp, Alternator, Battery: ...

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