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Ferris 5900619 Operator's Manual

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Manual is about: IS5100Z Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower

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    5100758 revision g rev. Date: 05/2008 tp 100-7299-g-2z-f briggs & stratton power products group, llc. 5375 north main street munnsville, ny 13409 800-933-6175 is2000z series zero-turn riding mower operator’s manual model number: description 5900619 is2000zkav2561, 25hp, 61” cut zero-turn riding mowe...

  • Page 2: Thank You

    Thank you for purchasing this quality-built ferris product. 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 ...

  • Page 3: Safety

    1 table of contents operator safety ...................................................2 identification numbers ..........................................11 safety decals ........................................................12 safety interlock system ........................................13 fea...

  • Page 4: Safety

    2 www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety operator 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 tra...

  • Page 5: Safety

    3 safety operator safety slope operation operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a...

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    4 www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety roll bar use keep the roll bar in the raised position and fasten the seat belt. There is no roll over protection when the roll bar is down! Do not jump off if the mower tips (it is safer to be secured by the seat belt with the roll bar raised.) lower the roll bar on...

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    5 safety operator safety 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 maintenance ...

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    6 www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety 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 provide...

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    7 safety operator safety 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 n...

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    8 www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety operator safety ignition system (gasoline models) 1. This spark ignition system complies with canadian ices-002. Service and maintenance to avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapor...

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    9 safety operator safety 27. Models equipped with an engine radiator: warning: stored energy device. To prevent serious bodily injury from hot coolant or steam blow-out, never attempt to remove the radiator cap while the engine is running. Stop the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, use ex...

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    10 www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety inspect buckle & latch inspect webbing operator safety warning failure to properly inspect and maintain the seat belt can cause serious injury or death. Inspection and maintenance of the roll bar seat belt • the seat belt like the roll bar, needs to be periodically...

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    Safety operator safety identification numbers s s a a m m p p llee when contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you must have these numbers. Record your part number, serial number and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers ...

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    Www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety safety decals this unit has been designed and manufactured to provide 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 provi...

  • Page 15: Safety

    13 safety operator safety 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 ...

  • Page 16: Controls

    14 www.Ferrisindustries.Com controls 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 t...

  • Page 17: Controls

    Fuel tank cap to remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. Fuel level gauge displays the fuel level in the tank. Features & controls 15 controls parking brake disengage releases the parking brake. Engage locks the parking brake. Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake. Move the le...

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    16 www.Ferrisindustries.Com controls 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 t...

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    17 controls fuel tank cap to remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. Fuel level gauge displays the fuel level in the tank. Water temperature gauge measures the engine coolant temperature. Features & controls parking brake disengage releases the parking brake. Engage locks the parking brake. Pull the ...

  • Page 20: Operation

    18 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 o...

  • Page 21: 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...

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    20 www.Ferrisindustries.Com operation operation 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 th...

  • Page 23: Advanced Driving

    21 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 left end-of row zero turn: 1. Slow down at the...

  • Page 24: Operation

    22 www.Ferrisindustries.Com mowing 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the pto switch is disengaged, the motion control levers are locked in the neutral position and the operator is on the seat. 2. Start the engine (see starting the engine). 3. Set the mower cutting height. 4. Set the throttle to...

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    23 operation 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...

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    24 www.Ferrisindustries.Com operation proper mulching mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into tiny particles and which then blows them down into the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products your lawn can use. Under proper conditions, your mulching ...

  • Page 27: Warning

    25 warning avoid serious injury or death from roll over: keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat belt. There is no roll over protection when the roll bar is down lower the roll bar only when necessary and never remove it. Do not use seat belt when the roll bar is down. Raise the roll bar a...

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    26 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 t...

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    27 maintenance maintenance schedule 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 meter. * refer to engine ...

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    28 www.Ferrisindustries.Com maintenance regular maintenance tire pressure front 25 psi (1,72 bar) rear 15 psi (1,03 bar) figure 14. Checking tire pressure check tire pressures tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may...

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    29 maintenance figure 16. Checking hydraulic oil level a. Hydraulic oil reservoir b. Reservoir cap a b change hydraulic oil filter change interval: every 250 hours filter part number: 1719168 note: removing the oil filter from the filter base will drain the oil reservoir. Have a suitable container r...

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    30 www.Ferrisindustries.Com maintenance regular maintenance warning pressurized system hot coolant can cause serious burns. Never open the radiator cap. Wait until the engine is cool before checking the coolant level or removing the reservoir cap. Check engine coolant level the engine coolant level ...

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    31 regular maintenance lubrication lubricate the unit at the locations shown in figures 19 through 23 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks • mower deck spindles • mower deck idler arm use grease fittings when present. Disass...

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    32 www.Ferrisindustries.Com maintenance regular maintenance battery maintenance note: this unit is equipped with a maintenance-free bciu1 battery. Cleaning the battery and cables - air cooled models. 1. Remove the hydraulic oil reservoir mounting hardware (c, figure 24) and move the reservoir (d) fo...

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    33 maintenance regular maintenance figure 26. Balancing the blade figure 27. 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 the following steps. 2. To remove blade for sha...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    34 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting 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 37: Troubleshooting

    35 troubleshooting 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...

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    36 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting 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 throttle. 4. Ground speed is...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    37 troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 28. Seat adjustment figure 30. Control lever adjustment a. Alignment hardware b. Placement hardware c. Ground speed control lever a b c seat adjustment lever seat adjustment see figure 28. The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move...

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    38 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 32. Neutral adjustment (rh side shown) a. Adjustment linkage rod b. Nuts a b neutral adjustment if the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in neutral, then it may be necessary to ad...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    39 troubleshooting figure 34. Parking brake adjustment a. Brake spring b. Adjustment nut a b parking brake adjustment 1. Disengage the pto, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the ignition key. 2. Raise the seat plate. 3. Locate the brake spring (a, figure 34). 4. With the parking b...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    40 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service warning use two hands when adjusting the shock springs. This will prevent the wrench from slipping while pressure is being applied. Suspension adjustment to adjust the upper mounting position: 1. Park machine on a flat...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    41 troubleshooting c figure 36. Mowing height adjustment a. Cutting height adjustment pin b. Deck lift foot pedal c. Deck lift lock lever b a a b c figure 37. Foot pedal adjustment a. Deck lift foot pedal b. Pedal mount tab c. Pedal mount hardware mowing height adjustment the cutting height adjustme...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 39. Deck lift pedal & pin position measure 1st measure 2nd measure 1st measure 2nd inner rod outer rod inner rod outer rod adjust here figure 38. Measure the inner & outer lift rods figure 40. Adjust the inner & outer lift rods ad...

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    43 figure 41. 2 x 4 locations figure 42. Hanger chain adjustment 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 t...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    44 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service 8 3/8” (21,2 cm) figure 44. Hydraulic pump drive belt replacement a. Pump drive belt b. Crankshaft pulley c. Pump pulley d. Idler pulley e. Idler arm f. Spring g. Spring anchor hook b d a c c f g e hydraulic pump drive...

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    45 troubleshooting mower belt replacement 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. Using a 1/2” breaker bar, place the square end in the square hole located in the end of...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    46 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service 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 voltmet...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    47 troubleshooting 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)...

  • Page 50: Specifications

    48 www.Ferrisindustries.Com specifications engine: 25 hp kawasaki* make kawasaki model fh721v horsepower 25 @ 3600 rpm displacement 41.2 cu. In (675 cc) electrical system 12 volt, 13 amp. Alternator, battery: 340 cca oil capacity 2.0 us pt. ( 1.9 l) w/ filter 26 hp kawasaki* make kawasaki model fh73...

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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...

  • Page 52: Is2000Z Series

    Is2000z series zero-turn riding mower operator’s manual briggs & stratton power products group, llc. 5375 north main street munnsville, ny 13409 800-933-6175 www.Ferrisindustries.Com product specifications: engine: 25 hp kawasaki make kawasaki model fh721v oil capacity 2.0 us pt. ( 1.9 l) w/ filter ...