5100798 revision 01 rev. Date: 9/2006 tp 100-7306-01-45-f ferris industries 5375 north main street munnsville, ny 13409 800-933-6175 model number: description 5901178 is4500zbl35, 35hp zero-turn riding mower 5901179 is4500zbl3561, 35hp, 61” cut zero-turn riding mower 5901180 is4500zc28d61, 28hp, 61”...
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2 www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety safety rules & information 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 ha...
3 safety safety rules & information 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 gre...
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...
5 safety 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 m...
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...
7 safety 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 thi...
8 www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety 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...
9 safety safety rules & information 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 t...
10 www.Ferrisindustries.Com safety inspect buckle & latch inspect webbing safety rules & information 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 p...
11 safety all models ce models 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 model/serial number and engine serial numbers on the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the lo...
12 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 provide you with the necessary bas...
13 safety 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 technica...
14 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 check...
15 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 increases the revers...
16 www.Ferrisindustries.Com controls pto (power take off) switch the pto switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull up on the switch to engage the mower, and push down to disengage the mower. Throttle control moving the throttle control fully forward is full throttle position. Always operate the ...
17 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 t...
18 www.Ferrisindustries.Com operation operation priming the fuel system diesel model only priming the fuel system fills the fuel filters and removes any air bubbles from the fuel system. This must be performed before the first use, after any fuel filter maintenance or if the fuel system is run dry. ...
19 operation starting the engine (diesel model) 1. While sitting in the operators seat, engage the parking brake and make sure the pto switch is disengaged and the ground speed control levers are locked in the neutral position. 2. Set the throttle to middle position (set throttle to full when starti...
20 www.Ferrisindustries.Com operation figure 3. Hydraulic release valve location a. Hydraulic release valve (right-hand side shown) a driving the tractor 1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can comfortably reach all of the controls and see the instrument and gauge panels. 2. Engage th...
21 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 the maneuvers shown and bec...
22 www.Ferrisindustries.Com operation operation 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 l...
23 operation operation figure 10. Trailer weight recommendations a. Clevis pin b. Clip 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 n...
24 www.Ferrisindustries.Com operation tall grass requires incremental cutting for extremely tall grass, set the cutting height at maximum for the first pass, and then reset it to the desired height and mow a second or third time. Don’t cover the grass surface with a heavy layer of clippings. Conside...
25 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...
26 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 ...
27 note: diesel fuel, if permitted to stand unused for extended 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 ...
28 www.Ferrisindustries.Com operation operation 11. Drain fuel system completely or add a gasoline stabilizer to the fuel system. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions and storage precautions in this manual to prevent the pos...
29 operation operation notes.
30 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 hour meter. * see the...
31 operation checking / adding fuel (diesel) to add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (a, figure 13). 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 recommendations. 3. Install and hand tighten the fuel c...
32 www.Ferrisindustries.Com maintenance regular maintenance checking / adding fuel (gas) to add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (see a, figure 13). 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...
33 maintenance regular maintenance check / add engine oil refer to figure 15 for dipstick and oil fill locations. Refer to the engine owners manual for specific engine oil check and fill procedures. Also refer to the engine owners manual for specific engine oil and filter change procedures. Check / ...
34 www.Ferrisindustries.Com maintenance regular maintenance figure 18. Radiator & oil cooler (diesel model shown) a. Radiator pressure cap b. Radiator screen c. Hydraulic oil cooler check engine coolant level the engine coolant level and quality should be checked before each use, when the engine is ...
35 maintenance regular maintenance lubrication lubricate the unit at the locations shown in figure 20 through 25. 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...
36 www.Ferrisindustries.Com maintenance regular maintenance battery maintenance note: this unit is equipped with a maintenance-free bci58 battery) cleaning the battery and cables 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (a, figure 26). 2. Remove the battery retainer strap (c)....
37 maintenance 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 wit...
38 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...
39 troubleshooting 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 b...
Troubleshooting, adjustment & service 40 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 mo...
41 seat adjustment see figure 31. 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 control lever adjustment the control levers can be adjusted in three ways. The alignment of the control le...
42 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service neutral position and return spring adjustment to determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral position, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the pto, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine. 2. Move...
43 troubleshooting 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. Jack up the rear of the machine and secure with jackstands. Remove both drive tires. 3. With the ...
44 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting 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 (1,24 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 b...
45 troubleshooting 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 18 psi (1,24 bar); fr...
46 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service suspension adjustment this unit is equipped with adjustable shock assemblies. The shocks can be adjusted to vary the amount of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows the operator to customize the ride according t...
47 troubleshooting 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 47. Pto clutch adjustment a. Adjustment window (qty. 3, one shown) b. Adjustment nut figure 48. Adjust...
48 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service belt removal & replacement 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....
49 troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service pto 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. Release the hood cam latches and raise the hood u...
50 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 51. Pto belt routing note: gray areas indicate the flat side of the belt. Figure 52. Spindle drive belt removal a. Idler arm b. Trim side spindle pulley figure 53. Spindle drive belt removal a. Spindle pulley b....
51 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 voltmeter shows voltage of charg...
52 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting warning any procedure other than the preceding could result in: (1) personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vents, (2) personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion, (3) damage to the charging system of the booster veh...
53 specifications engine: 28 hp* caterpillar make caterpillar model 3011c horsepower 28 @ 3600 rpm displacement 69 cu. In (1131 cc) electrical system 12 volt, 40 amp. Alternator, battery: 500 cca oil capacity 5.2 us qt. (4.9 l) w/ filter 35 hp* briggs make briggs & stratton model 613177 horsepower 3...
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