Ferris IS4500ZBL3561 Operator's Manual - Llee

Manual is about: IS4500Z Series Zero Turn Riding Mower

Summary of IS4500ZBL3561

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    23469 revision 02 rev. Date: 4/2005 tp 100-7174-02-45-f is4500z series zero-turn riding mower ferris industries 5375 north main street munnsville, ny 13409 800-933-6175 operator’s manual models: is4500zc28d61 is4500zc28d61ce is4500zbl3561.

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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 .......26 troubleshooting the rider .....................................26 troubleshooting...

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    2 tp 600-7124-03-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...

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    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...

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    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 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 unit at full throttle when mowing. ...

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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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    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 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 w...

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    Starting the engine (diesel model) 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 col...

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    13 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 the parking brake. 3. Make sure the p...

  • 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 ...

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    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...

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    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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    Note: gasoline, if permitted to stand unused for extended periods (30 days or more), may develop gummy deposits which can adversely affect the engine carburetor and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condition, add a gasoline stabilizer to the fuel tank and run the engine a few minutes, or drai...

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    18 regular 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 engine manufactu...

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    Checking / adding fuel (diesel) to add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (a, figure 11). 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. Repe...

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    Regular maintenance 20 checking / adding fuel (gas) to add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (see a, figure 11). 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 recommendations. 3. Install and hand...

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    Regular maintenance check / add engine oil refer to figure 13 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 / change air filt...

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    22 regular maintenance figure 16. 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 cool and off. 1. Remove the radiator ...

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    Regular maintenance 23 lubrication lubricate the unit at the locations shown in figure 18 through 23. 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 r...

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    24 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 24). 2. Remove the battery retainer strap (c). 3. Remove the battery and clean the ...

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    25 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 28: Troubleshooting

    26 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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    27 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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    28 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 control lever adjustment the control levers can be adjusted in three...

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    29 troubleshooting, adjustment & service neutral position and return spring adjustment to determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral posi- tion, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the pto, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine. 2. Move the ground speed control levers in the...

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    30 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 parking brake en...

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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 (1,24 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar). 2. Install the cutting height adjustmen...

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    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); front tires to 25 psi...

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    33 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 to operator’s weight and/or operating con...

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    Troubleshooting, adjustment & service 34 warning to avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and tractor on level ground. B a c.

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    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. 2. Remove the pto drive belt from the clutc...

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    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 until it locks in pl...

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    37 troubleshooting, adjustment & service pto clutch pulley flat stationary pulley v-groove spring- loaded pulley v-groove guide pulley v-groove guide pulley flat guide pulley flat guide pulley center spindle pulley front important: v-side of belt must contact v-groove pulleys flat side of belt must ...

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    38 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 ...

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    39 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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    40 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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    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.

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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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    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 2005 ferris industries all rights reserved. Printed in usa. Is4500z series zero-turn riding mower operator’s manual.