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Ferris IS2000ZSeries Operator's Manual - Caution
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Figure 40. 2 x 4 Locations
Figure 41. Hanger Chain Adjustment
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 15 psi (1,03
bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar).
2. Lock the deck lift pedal in the 5” (12,7cm) position.
Place the deck height adjustment pin in the 4”
position and lower deck the lift pedal until the arm
contacts the pin.
3. Place 2 x 4 blocks under each corner of the
mower deck with the 3-1/2” sides being vertical.
See Figure 40.
4. 52” Models Only: Loosen the nuts and allow the
front of the deck to rest on the 2 x 4’s. Slide the
chains down in the slots until the chains are tight
and tighten the nuts. See Figure 41.
4a. 61” Models Only: Adjust the front eyebolts until
the chains are tight and the deck is still resting on
the 2 x 4’s. Tighten jam nuts. See Figure 41.
5. Loosen the nuts and allow the rear of the deck to
rest on the 2 x 4’s. Slide the chains down in the
slots until the chains are tight and tighten the nuts.
See Figure 41.
6. Remove all 2 x 4 blocks from under the mower
deck.
7. See Figure 42. Position the outside mower blades
so they face front-to-back.
8. Measure the front tip of the blade from the cutting
edge to the ground. Measure the rear tip of
the blade from the cutting edge to the ground.
The front measurement should be 4” (10,2 cm).
Repeat this process for the other side of the
machine.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp.
Always wear gloves when handling blades or
working near blades.
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Figure 42. Checking the Blade Height Adjustment
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61” Decks
52” Decks
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Summary of IS2000ZSeries
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5101940 rev 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 no.: description 5900807 34hp kawasaki 61” mower deck (is2000zkav3461ss) 5900808 27hp kawasaki 61” mower deck (is2000zkav2...
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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 ...
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1 table of contents operator safety .................................................. 2 safety decal locations .........................................11 safety interlock system ........................................12 features & controls ......................................... 13 identificati...
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2 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 trained. Reading and understanding ...
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3 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 5.4 fo...
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4 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 only when necessary (such as to te...
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5 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 always ...
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6 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 provided. 4. Be sure of your footing wh...
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7 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. Osha regulations may require the us...
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8 operator safety emissions 1. Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 2. Look for the relevant emissions durability period and air index information on the engine emissions label. Ignition system (...
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9 operator safety roll bar instructions for models equipped with factory-installed roll over protection system (rops). Operational warnings • always use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the raised position. • never use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the down position. • remember there is...
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10 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 inspected to verify that the in...
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11 operator safety safety decal locations before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all the safety decals. 1 4 5 2 6 6 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 11 10 12 warning ...
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12 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 saf...
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13 features & controls features & controls identification number location sample sample identification tag control functions & locations the information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls a...
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14 www.Ferrisindustries.Com j ground speed control levers: these levers control the ground speed of the rider. The left lever controls the left rear drive wheel and the right lever controls the right rear drive wheel. Moving a lever forward increases the forward speed of the associated wheel, and pu...
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15 b a figure 1. Pre-start checks a. Fuel tank cap b. Fuel valve 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 ...
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16 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 maneuver...
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17 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...
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18 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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19 mowing methods proper broadcast mowing broadcasting, or side-discharging, disperses fine clippings 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 evenly over the lawn. Engine speed & gro...
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20 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 d...
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21 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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22 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 ...
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23 regular maintenance warning replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same position as the original parts or fire could result. Inspect muffler and spark arrester inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage. Remove the spark arrester, if equipped, and inspect for dama...
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24 www.Ferrisindustries.Com regular maintenance figure 15. Battery compartment a. Positive (+) cable & terminal b. Negative (-) cable & terminal b a battery maintenance note: this unit is equipped with a maintenance-free bciu1 battery. Cleaning the battery and cables 1. Raise the seat plate to expos...
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25 servicing the mower blades removing the mower blade 1. To remove the mower blade, wedge a wooden block between the mower blade and the mower deck housing to keep the blade from turning and remove the mower blade mounting bolt with a 15/16” wrench (figure 21). Regular maintenance lubricating the f...
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26 www.Ferrisindustries.Com balancing the mower blades 1. Clean the mower blade to remove any dried grass or other debris. 2. See figure 25. Put the mower blade on a nail in a vise and turn the blade to the horizontal position. 3. Check the balance of the mower blade. If either end of the mower blad...
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27 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 most common problems, their causes and...
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28 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting, adjustment & service rider troubleshooting continued. Problem cause remedy engine runs but rider will not drive. Hydraulic release valve(s) in “open” position. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. Belt is broken. See drive belt replacement drive belt slips. ...
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29 troubleshooting, adjustment & service troubleshooting common cutting problems problem cause remedy streaking blades are not sharp sharpen your blades. Blades are worn down too far. Replace your blades. Engine speed is too slow. Always mow at full throttle. Ground speed is too fast. Slow down. Dec...
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30 www.Ferrisindustries.Com troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 27. Seat adjustment figure 29. Control lever adjustment a. Alignment hardware b. Placement hardware c. Ground speed control lever a b c seat adjustment lever seat adjustment see figure 27. The seat can be adjusted forward and b...
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31 troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 31. 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 adjust the linkage rod. Note: perform this ...
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32 www.Ferrisindustries.Com figure 33. 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 33). 4. With the ...
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33 troubleshooting, adjustment & service warning use two hands when adjusting the shock springs. This will prevent the wrench from slipping while pressure is being applied. To adjust the upper mounting position: 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the pto, stop the engine and engage ...
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34 www.Ferrisindustries.Com c figure 35. Mowing height adjustment a. Cutting height adjustment pin b. Deck lift foot pedal c. Deck lift lock lever b a a b c figure 36. Foot pedal adjustment a. Deck lift foot pedal b. Pedal mount tab c. Pedal mount hardware mowing height adjustment the cutting height...
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35 measure 1st measure 2nd measure 1st measure 2nd troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 38. Deck lift pedal & pin position inner rod outer rod inner rod outer rod adjust here figure 37. Measure the inner & outer lift rods figure 39. Adjust the inner & outer lift rods adjust here deck lift ro...
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36 www.Ferrisindustries.Com figure 40. 2 x 4 locations figure 41. Hanger chain adjustment 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. Disengag...
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37 figure 43. Deck lift spring location a. Deck lift spring deck lift spring the deck lift springs (a, figure 43) are factory set to provide optimal lifting performance. Although it is fastened with a multi-position anchor, this is not an adjustment point. Do not attempt to adjust the spring length ...
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38 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 t...
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39 figure 46. Mower pto belt routing a. Spindle pulley b. Pto drive belt c. Spring-loaded idler pulley d. Stationary idler pulley c b d a a a d d c b d a a a d 52” deck 61” deck troubleshooting, adjustment & service figure 47. Mower belt idler spring length a. Mower belt tensioner spring b. Anchor e...
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40 www.Ferrisindustries.Com 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 charging circuit which normally is...
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41 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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42 www.Ferrisindustries.Com specifications 28hp* briggs & stratton cyclonic (product model: 5900587) make briggs & stratton model 49l977-0125-g5 horsepower 28 @ 3600 displacement 49.43 cu. In (810 cc) electrical system 12 volt, 16 amp. Alternator; battery: 340 cca oil capacity 2.1 us qt. (2.0 l) w/ ...
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43 *actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. **engine power rating information the gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with sae (society of automotive engineers) code j1940 (small engin...
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44 www.Ferrisindustries.Com this is a 15 degree slope instr uctions 1. Fold this pa g e along the dotted line indicated abo ve . 2. Align the left edg e of this guide with a ver tical tree , a po wer line pole , a f ence post, or an y ver tical structure . 3. Compare the angle of the f old with the ...
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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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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 not for reproduction.