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Ferris 5000/61R Operator's Manual

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    23458 revision 00 rev. Date: 11/2004 tp 100-7166-00-5z-f is5000z series zero-turn riding mower tractor serial no. 1226 & above mower serial no. 1210 & above ferris industries 5375 north main street munnsville, ny 13409 800-933-6175 operator’s manual tractor: model is5000z/c31d is5000z/c31dce is5000z...

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    1 warning engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Table of contents troubleshooting, adjustments & service .......25 troubleshooting the rider .....................................25 troubleshooting...

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    2 tp 600-7124-02-uv-f operation 1. Never run an engine in an enclosed area. 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 oper...

  • Page 5: Caution

    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. The engine in this unit is...

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    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 ignition. 2...

  • Page 7: Llee

    5 engine reference data unit model number product reference data unit serial number dealer name date purchased engine make engine model mower deck model number mower deck serial number model no.: kw: engine rpm: lpa: vibration @ wheels: vibration @ seat: ferris industries, inc. Munnsville, ny usa 13...

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    6 decal - warning part no. 20337 safety decals 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 pr...

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    7 safety icons / identification numbers 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 ...

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    Features & controls ground speed levers these levers control the ground speed of the rider. The left lever controls the left rear drive wheel and the right controls the right rear drive wheel. Moving a lever forward increases the forward speed of the associated wheel, and pulling back on a lever inc...

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    9 glow plug indicator indicates that the glow plugs are heating. Holding the ignition key in the “heat” position until indicator starts to glow, then turn the key to start. Pto (power take off) switch the pto switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull up on the switch to engage the mower, and pus...

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    Operation 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 without mowing to b...

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    11 operation priming the fuel system priming the fuel system fills the fuel filters and removes any air bubbles from the fuel system. This must be per- formed before the first use, after any fuel filter mainte- nance or if the fuel system is run dry. To prime the fuel system: on the water separator:...

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    Starting the engine 1. While sitting in the operators seat, engage the park- ing brake and make sure the pto switch is disen- gaged and the ground speed control levers are locked in the neutral position. 2. Set the throttle to middle position (set throttle to full when starting in cold weather) 3. T...

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    13 figure 4. Hydraulic release valve location a. Hydraulic release valve (right-hand side shown) a mowing 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the pto switch is disengaged, the motion control handles are locked in the neutral position and the operator is on the seat. 2. Start the engine (see start...

  • Page 16: Basic Driving

    14 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 and becoming familiar with ...

  • Page 17: Advanced Driving

    15 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 th...

  • Page 18: Warning

    Note: diesel fuel, if permitted to stand unused for extend- ed periods (30 days or more), may develop gummy deposits which can adversely affect the fuel pump and injector tubes and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condition, add a diesel fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank and run the engine a f...

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    17 regular maintenance maintenance schedule & procedures.

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    18 checking / adding fuel to add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap. 2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the fill tube. This will leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommenda- tions. 3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap. 4. Repeat same process for o...

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    Regular maintenance 19 oil & filter change refer to figure 14 for oil filter, dipstick and filler neck locations. To drain the oil: 1. Place a drain pan below the engine oil pan. 2. Remove the oil drain plug and allow the engine oil to completely drain. 3. Remove and replace the oil filter 4. Reinst...

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    20 figure 17. Radiator & oil cooler a. Radiator pressure cap b. Radiator screen c. Screen keeper handle (lh side hidden) d. Hydraulic oil cooler e. Wing bolt check engine coolant level the engine coolant level and quality should be checked before each use, when the engine is cool and off. 1. Remove ...

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    21 check indicator lights and alarm 1. Turn the ignition key to the on position, but do not start the engine. 2. View the indicator light gauge. The red lights con- taining each symbol for water temperature and oil pressure should be illuminated and the alarm should be audible. Once the engine is ru...

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    22 lubrication lubricate the unit at the locations shown in figure 19 through 24. Grease: use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed. Not all greases are compatible. Ferris red grease (p/n 22285) is recommended, automoti...

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    23 regular maintenance battery maintenance (note: the tractor equipped with a maintenance-free bci58 battery) checking the battery fluid (standard battery only. Not maintenance-free battery.) 1. Raise the seat plate to access battery. 2. Remove the battery filler cap (a, figure 25). Fluid must be ev...

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    24 regular maintenance 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” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft while removing the blade mounting bolt with a 15/16” w...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    25 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 the ...

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    26 rider troubleshooting continued. Problem cause remedy engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic dump valve(s) 1. Turn dump valve(s) clockwise to close. Not drive. In “open” position. Torque to 80-120 in.Lbs. (9-13.5 n.M.) 2. Belt is broken. 2. See drive belt replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. Se...

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    27 troubleshooting, adjustment & service seat adjustment see figure 29. The seat can be adjusted fore and aft. Move the lever forward, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position. Ground speed lever adjustment the control levers can be adjusted in three ways. T...

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    28 neutral adjustment if the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in neutral, then it may be neces- sary to adjust the control linkage. Note: perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 1. Disengage the pto, engage the parking brake and tur...

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    29 troubleshooting, adjustment & service parking brake adjustment 1. Disengage the pto, stop the engine, block the front wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage the parking brake. 2. Locate the upper brake spring (a, figure 34). 3. With the parking brake engaged, measure the com- pressed spring ...

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    Front suspension adjustment the shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the amount of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows the oper- ator to customize the ride according to operator’s weight and/or operating conditions. Less pre-load: • light operator weight • softer, more cushioned ride • be...

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    31 troubleshooting, adjustment & service mowing height adjustment see deck lift rod timing adjustment and deck leveling adjustment sections to ensure that the actual cutting height is consistent with the cutting height adjustment pin placement. The cutting height adjustment pin (a, figure 38) contro...

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    Troubleshooting, adjustment & service deck lift rod timing adjustment 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the pto, stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to 18 psi (124 kpa); front tires to 25 psi (172 kpa). 2. To check the inner lift rod timing, me...

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    33 troubleshooting, adjustment & service deck leveling adjustment note: before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the pto, stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to...

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    34 troubleshooting, adjustment & service belt removal & replacement mower drive belt removal & replacement - 72” mower decks 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the pto, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. See ...

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    35 troubleshooting, adjustment & service belt removal & replacement mower drive belt removal & replacement - 61” mower deck 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the pto, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. To avoid...

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    36 troubleshooting, adjustment & service clutch belt removal 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the pto, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the rear skid plate by removing the bolts that fasten the ski...

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    37 troubleshooting, adjustment & service pump drive belt removal 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the pto, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the clutch belts (see clutch belt removal for instruction...

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    38 troubleshooting, adjustment & service top front figure 54. Gearbox oil level a. Fill plug b. Drain plug a b gearbox maintenance check gearbox oil level 1. Remove fill plug (a, figure 54) on gearbox. 2. Once plug is removed, oil should seep out of fill plug hole. If no oil drains out, fill with sa...

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    39 troubleshooting, adjustment & service 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 ...

  • Page 42: Warning

    40 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 injury...

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    41 common replacement parts common replacement parts listed below are parts numbers for the more common replacement parts. Use only genuine ferris replace- ment parts to assure optimum performance and safety. 61” deck belt (gearbox to spindle) .....................23123 61” deck blades (set of 3) .....

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    42 specifications note: specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. Engine: 31.5 hp* caterpillar make caterpillar model 3013 horsepower 31...

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    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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    Lc-9 notes.

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    Thank you for purchasing ferris commercial mowing equipment. Please take a few minutes to read this limited warranty information. It contains all the information you will need to have your ferris mower repaired in the unlikely event that a breakdown covered by this limited warranty should occur. Own...

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    Ferris industries 5375 north main street munnsville, ny 13409 800-933-6175 www.Ferrisindustries.Com © copyright 2004 ferris industries all rights reserved. Printed in usa. Is5000z series zero-turn riding mower operator’s manual.