Ferris Hydro Cut Series Operator's Manual

Manual is about: 13HP Walk-Behind Mower

Summary of Hydro Cut Series

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    Operator’s manual 13hp walk-behind mower mfg. No. Description simplicity models 1694562 hydro cut 1332, 13hp 32” cut walk-behind mower (ce) simplicity / snapper / ferris / snapper pro models 5901182 hc32kav13ece, 13hp 32” cut walk-behind mower (ce)(2006) simplicity / ferris / snapper pro models 5900...

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    1 table of contents safety rules & information ............................... 2 identification numbers ...................................... 5 safety decals & icons ........................................ 6 features & controls ........................................... 8 control functions .........

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    2 general operation 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. 2. Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions,...

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    3 safety rules and 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 children will remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mowing area and u...

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    Safety rules & information repair 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....

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    Id tag identification numbers product reference data model description name/number unit mfg number unit serial number dealer name date purchased engine reference data engine make engine model engine type/spec engine code/serial number when contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, ser...

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    6 safety decals decal - main, dashboard & controls (manual start) part no. 5049317 decal - transmission release part no. 5049320 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 equipme...

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    7 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 litera...

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    8 features & controls ground speed control handles these handles control the ground speed of the mower. The left and right handles are tied together so you can operate either lever to control the mower’s ground speed. Moving a handle forward to “f” increases the forward speed of the mower. Moving a ...

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    9 features & controls pto (power take off) switch the pto switch engages and disengages the mower blades. To engage the mower blades, pull up on the switch. To disengage the mower blades, push down on the switch. When the pto engagement lever or switch is in the engaged position, the engine kill sys...

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    10 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 become a...

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    Operation operating on a slope while it is not recommended, traveling up and down slopes may be required from time to time. These guide lines are listed for your safety. Traveling up a slope since the hill climbing ability of the machine will probably far exceed any other machine you may have operat...

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    Pushing the mower by hand • disengage the pto, turn the ignition off, and remove the key. • slide the hydraulic release rod forward and lock into the top of the “t” slot. See figure 2. • manual start: grasp the operator presence / parking brake handles and the handle bar grips at the same time to di...

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    13 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 ...

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    14 operation cutting height adjustment the cutting height can be adjusted within two different ranges. The high range covers 4-1/2” - 2-1/2” (11,4 - 6,4cm) and the low range covers 3-1/2” - 1-1/2” (8,9 - 3,8cm). See figure 3 for deck height indicator. Before adjusting the cutting height, you must fi...

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    15 operation ground speed control lever location adjustment the control levers can be adjusted in two ways to provide a comfortable working range when operating the machine at the average mowing speed. Adjust both the lever height and lever position at the same time to obtain the most comfortable wo...

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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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    The ferris logo is a trademark of briggs & stratton corporation milwaukee, wi, usa. The simplicity logo is a trademark of briggs & stratton corporation milwaukee, wi, usa. The snapper pro logo is a trademark of briggs & stratton corporation milwaukee, wi, usa. Briggs & stratton power products group,...