- DL manuals
- Ferris
- Lawn Mower
- 1000ZK21/48
- Operator's Manual
Ferris 1000ZK21/48 Operator's Manual
Summary of 1000ZK21/48
Page 1
22728 rev. No. 03 rev. Date: 9/2003 tp 100-7006-03-1z-f ferris industries 5375 north main street munnsville, ny 13409 800-933-6175 1000z series zero-turn riding mower operator’s manual model number: 1000zkav21/48 1000zkav21/48ce 1000zkav23/52 1000zkav23/61 1000zk21/48 1000zk23/52 1000zk27/61.
Page 2: Ferris Limited Warranty
Ferris industries 5375 north main street munnsville, ny 13409 800-933-6175 www.Ferrisindustries.Com © copyright 2003 ferris industries all rights reserved. Printed in usa. Ferris limited warranty important this warranty shall apply only if the warranty registration form has been completed and return...
Page 3: Warning
Warning engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Table of contents identification numbers .......................................2 safety rules & information ................................3 feature...
Page 4
Identification tag locations identification numbers identification numbers record your model name, unit and mower deck serial numbers and engine serial number in the space provid- ed for easy reference. • the tractor i.D. Tag is located on the inside of the main frame rail, behind the deck height pl...
Page 5
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of con- trol of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triang...
Page 6: Warning
4 00 safety rules & information operation • never run an engine in an enclosed area. • mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. • be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from t...
Page 7
00 safety rules & information children tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that chil- dren will remain where you last saw them. • keep children out of the mowing area and u...
Page 8: Warning
6 00 tp 600-7124-00-uv-fd safety rules & information warning stored energy device: improper release of springs can result in serious personal injury. Spring should be removed by an authorized dealer only. Warning hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force to penetrate skin and...
Page 9
7 00 general this unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic...
Page 10
Features & controls of the zero turn rider 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 cont...
Page 11: Warning
Features & controls 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 regularly. Operational safety checks test 1 — engi...
Page 12: Warning
Operating the zero turn rider 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...
Page 13: Warning
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. While sitting in...
Page 14: Basic Driving
Operating the zero turn rider zero turn driving practice the lever controls of the zero turn rider are responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take some practice. Spending some time going through the maneuvers shown ...
Page 15: Advanced Driving
Advanced driving executing an end-of-row zero turn your zero turn rider’s unique ability to turn in place allows you to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather than having to stop and y-turn before starting a new row. For example, to execute a right end-of row zero turn: 1. Slow down at the e...
Page 16: Warning
Operating the zero turn rider 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 ...
Page 17
15 00 notes.
Page 18
16 00 regular maintenance maintenance schedule & procedures the following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour m...
Page 19: Warning
17 03 checking / adding fuel to add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (see a, figure 2). 2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion. Note: do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations. 3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap. 4...
Page 20
18 03 regular maintenance lubrication lubricate the unit at the locations shown in figures 12 through 16 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles • deck lift pivots • deck lift foot pedal • mower deck idler arm use grease fittings when present. Disassemble part...
Page 21
19 03 regular maintenance figure 16. Front caster & wheel figure 15. Control handle pivots & seat pivots re-pack re-pack bearings bearings anually anually re-pack bearings anually.
Page 22: Warning
20 00 battery maintenance checking the battery fluid 1. Raise the seat plate to access battery. 2. Remove the battery filler cap(s) (a). Fluid must be even with the split ring full mark. If not, add distilled water. 3. Reinstall the filler cap(s). Cleaning the battery and cables 1. Disconnect the ca...
Page 23: Warning
21 00 a b tighten figure 19. Balancing the blade figure 20. Installing the blade a. Blade bolt b. Flat washer nail 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. To remove blade for sharpening, use a 1” wre...
Page 24: Troubleshooting
22 00 troubleshooting adjustments & service 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 t...
Page 25
23 00 rider troubleshooting continued. Problem cause remedy engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valve(s) 1. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. Not drive. In “open” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See drive belt replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. See problem and cause below. 4. Brake is...
Page 26: Warning
24 00 troubleshooting, adjustment & service seat adjustment see figure 21. The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever forward, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into posi- tion. Ground speed control lever adjustment the control levers can be adjusted...
Page 27
25 00 troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 24. Parking brake adjustment a. Brake spring b. Adjustment nut parking brake adjustment 1. Disengage the pto, stop the engine, block the front wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage the parking brake. 2. Jack up the rear of the machine and secu...
Page 28: Warning
26 00 troubleshooting, adjustment & service warning to avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and tractor on level ground. B a c a b b b figure 26. Pto clutch adjustment a. Adjustment window (qty. 3, one shown) b. Adjustment nut figure 27. Adjust pto clutch a...
Page 29
27 00 troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 28. Neutral adjustment (lh side shown with battery removed) a. Adjustment linkage rod b. Nuts figure 29. Neutral spring return adjustment a. Reverse return bolt b. Reverse return spring c. Spring position nut d. Jam nut neutral adjustment if the tra...
Page 30: Warning
28 00 47138 c figure 30. Cutting height adjustment a. Cutting height adjustment pin b. Deck lift foot pedal c. Cutting height selection decal figure 31. Mower deck adjustment 12-1/4” (31,1cm) adjust deck height here b cutting height adjustment the cutting height adjustment pin (a, figure 30) control...
Page 31
29 00 figure 34. Mower pto belt routing a. Spindle pulley c. Spring-loaded idler pulley b. Pto drive belt d. Stationary idler pulley c b d a a a d a figure 33. Mower pto belt a. Belt tension spring b. Spring compression nut hydraulic pump drive belt replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level...
Page 32: Warning
30 00 battery service checking battery voltage a voltmeter can be used to determine condition of bat- tery. When engine is off, the voltmeter shows battery voltage, which should be 12 volts. When engine is run- ning, the voltmeter shows voltage of charging circuit which normally is 13 to 14 volts. A...
Page 33: Warning
31 00 to starter switch starting vehicle battery to ground to starter switch discharged vehicle battery engine block this hook-up for negative ground vehicles make certain vehicles do not touch jumper cable jumper cable warning any procedure other than the preceding could result in: (1) personal inj...
Page 34
Lawn care & mowing information types of grass, climate and conditions a variety of grasses are commonly grown in household lawns, but two main groups known as cool-season grasses (varieties of bluegrass, ryegrass, and fescue), and warm-season grasses (typically bermuda, buffalo grass, and zoysia var...
Page 35
Lc-2 lawn care & mowing information how high to mow the grass often cutting height is a matter of personal prefer- ence. Typically, you should mow the grass when it is is between three and five inches high. The proper cutting height range for a specific lawn will depend upon several factors, includi...
Page 36
Lc-3 lawn care & mowing information where possible, make one or two passes around the outside of the area discharging the grass into the lawn to keep the cut grass off fences and walks. When and how often to mow the time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mo...
Page 37
Lc-4 lawn care & mowing information mowing methods proper broadcast mowing broadcasting, or side-discharging, disperses fine clip- pings evenly over the entire lawn. Many golf courses use this method. Your mower has a deep dish deck to allow freer circulation of clippings so they are broadcast evenl...
Page 38
Lc-5 lawn care & mowing information tips on dealing with clippings clippings are beneficial to your lawn. A common mis- conception about clippings is that they automatically lead to thatch—this is untrue. Short clippings produced by broadcasting and clippings produced by mulching methods actually co...
Page 39
Lc-6 lawn care & mowing information stepped cutting stepped cutting is sharp ridges or uneven levels left in the lawn surface. Stepped cutting is usually caused by mower deck damage or misadjustment, or damage to mower blades. Cause solution deck is not leveled correctly level the deck correctly tir...
Page 40
Lc-7 lawn care & mowing information stingers stingers are sparse patches of uncut grass left behind the mower. Stingers are usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance. Cause solution blades are not sharp or are nicked sharpen your blades blades are worn down too far replace your blad...
Page 41
Lc-8 common international symbols technical manuals additional technical literature available operators manuals additional copies of this manual are available, (and as part of our product support commitment, we maintain a stock of printed operators manuals going back many years!) parts manuals fully...
Page 42
Lc-9 notes.