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Ferris Industries DDSKAV15CE User's Manual

1. Figure 28 Transmission Drive Belt MOO WS Anchor Hardware F Spring loaded Idler Pulley Clutch Anchor Pad G Transmission Input Pulley PTO Clutch amp Drive Pulley H Belt Belt Tension Spring l Stationary Idler Pulley Spring Anchor Nut Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL amp TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS Neutral Adjustment 1 Park the machine on a smooth level surface such as a concrete floor away from bystanders and prefer ably facing a wall Disengage the PTO engage the parking brake turn off the engine and remove the ignition key 2 Chock the front caster wheels Raise the drive wheels off the ground and secure the machine with jack stands 3 Start the engine and adjust throttle control to SLOW lowest setting See the STARTING THE ENGINE PoR or proper SARNY SAUCO Figure 29 Neutral amp Tracking Adjustment Points 4 Disengage the parking brake A Left Hand Adjustment 5 Using a 1 2 deep socket SLOWLY turn the adjust B Right Hand Adjustment ment nut COUNTER CLOCKWISE until the drive tire begins to rotate forward 6 SLOWLY turn the adjustment nut CLOCKWISE until the drive tire begins to rotate backwards 7 Set the adjustment half way in between where the forward and backwards rotations began 8 Adjust the throttle control to FULL highest setting Cycle the speed control lever and neutral return pedal several times to insure and accurate adjust ment has been made
2. OPERATOR S MANUAL HydroWalk Series Dual Drive Walk Behind Mowers Powerheads Model Number Description DDSKAV15 Dual Drive w 15HP Kawasaki DDSKAV15CE Dual Drive w 15HP Kawasaki Export DDSKAV17 Dual Drive w 17HP Kawasaki DDSKAV17CE Dual Drive w 17HP Kawasaki Export DDSKAV23 Dual Drive w 23HP Kawasaki DDSKAV23CE Dual Drive w 23HP Kawasaki Export Ferris Industries 5375 North Main Street Munnsville NY 13409 800 933 6175 48 Mower Decks Model Number Description DDS48 48 Mower Deck DDS48R 48 Rear Discharge Mower Deck Export 52 Mower Decks Model Number Description DDS52 52 Mower Deck DDS52R 52 Rear Discharge Mower Deck Export DDSH52 52 E Z Adjust Mower Deck 61 Mower Decks Model Number Description DDS61 61 Mower Deck DDSH61 61 E Z Adjust Mower Deck 22880 Rev 01 2002 TP 100 056 OQ0 WD F FERRIS LIMITED WARRANTY IMPORTANT This warranty shall apply ONLY if the warranty registration form has been completed and returned to Ferris Industries Inc within 20 days from the date of delivery Ferris Industries Inc Ferris warrants in accordance with the provisions below to the Original purchaser for the period of twenty four 24 months from the date of delivery of a Ferris mower that the mower is free from defects in material or workmanship Ferris obli gation under this warranty is to repair or replace at Ferris election without charge and
3. Figure 22 Mowing Height Adjustment A Height Selection Decal B Caster Spacer C Hairpin Clip 23 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT O To avoid damaging belts DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS PTO Clutch to Deck Belt 1 Park the machine 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 mower deck guard Remove the rear engine deck guard 4 Loosen the wing nut C Figure 23 to release the belt tension on the deck drive belt B Figure 23 5 Slide the drive belt over the edge of the spindle pul ley and then slide the belt around the idler pulley Drop the belt from the PTO clutch pulley groove 6 Remove the old belt and replace with a new one Make sure the V side of the belt runs in the pulley grooves 7 Install the drive belt on the PTO pulley the idler pul ley and center spindle pulley Tighten the wing nut C Figure 23 until a 10 Ib 44 5 newton force is required to deflect the belt 1 2 1 27cm between the idler pulley and center spindle pulley Jam hex nut D Figure 23 against anchor See Figure 23 8 Run the mower under no load condition for about 5 minutes to break in the new belt and re check belt tension Adjust if necessary ee Spindle Belt 1 Remove PTO clutch to Deck belt See instructions above 2 Loosen the nylon
4. Tracking Adjustment Before making a tracking adjustment be sure to check the following Drive tires are inflated to 15 psi 103 kPa Caster tires are inflated to 25 psi 172 kPa are greased and turn freely All controls are free from damage and operate freely Machine is at full operating temperature Make sure the machine Is in neutral when the foot pedal is depressed If not adjust neutral as described above If Machine Veers to the LEFT If Machine Veers to the RIGHT 1 Turn the LEFT adjustment nut 1 8 1 4 turn 1 Turn the RIGHT adjustment nut 1 8 1 4 turn COUNTER CLOCKWISE COUNTER CLOCKWISE 2 Turn the RIGHT adjustment nut 1 8 1 4 turn 2 Turn the LEFT adjustment nut 1 8 1 4 turn CLOCKWISE CLOCKWISE 3 Drive machine on a flat level surface to test and 3 Drive machine on a flat level surface to test and repeat steps 1 amp 2 as necessary repeat steps 1 amp 2 as necessary 27 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE The hydrostatic transmissions are sealed units that require no maintenance other than the following e Keep the grass screen and transmission cooling fins clear or grass leaves and debris Keep oil level in the reservoirs A Figure 30 at the FULL line B Figure 30 Extra oil in the reservoir will not benefit the machine If it is necessary to add oil to the reservoirs use SAE straight 20 or 30 weight motor oil DO NOT use a
5. positive and black to negative 5 While charging periodically measure the tempera ture of the electrolyte If the temperature exceeds 125 F 51 6 C or if violent gassing or spewing of electrolyte occurs the charging rate must be reduced or temporarily halted to prevent battery damage 6 Charge the battery until fully charged until the spe cific gravity of the electrolyte is 1 250 or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60 F The best method of making certain a battery is fully charged but not over charged is to measure the specific gravity of a cell once per hour The battery is fully charged when the cells are gassing freely at low charging rate and less than 0 003 change in spe cific gravity occurs over a three hour period 30 Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster Battery Jump starting is not recommended However if it must be done follow these directions Both booster and dis charged batteries should be treated carefully when using jumper cables Follow the steps below EXACTLY being careful not to cause sparks Refer to Figure 34 1 Both batteries must be of the same voltage 2 Position the vehicle with the booster battery adjacent to the vehicle with the discharged battery so that booster cables can be connected easily to the batter ies in both vehicles Make certain vehicles do not touch each other 3 Wear safety glasses and shield eyes and face from batteries at all times
6. 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 contribute to a healthy lawn because they COMPOSTING The best way to recycle excess clippings and leave your lawn looking immaculate is to collect them with an effi cient collection system and deposit them in a compost pile A compost pile is a collection of grass leaves and other organic wastes which when properly tended decompose into an odorless topsoil material This material in turn acts as an inexpensive fertilizer for your lawn and garden How to start a healthy compost pile 1 Build a bin using bricks fencing cement blocks etc or pur chase a prefabricated bin from a garden store The bin should also have venting on each side and from the bottom to the top 2 Fill the bin with alternating layers of yard waste Follow this recipe First layer 3 4 inches of chopped brush or other coarse material Second layer 6 8 inches of mixed leaves grass clippings sawdust etc Materials should be sponge damp Third layer 1 inch of soil to add micro organisms that help break down organic matter Fourth layer 1 2 inches of manure to provide the nitrogen needed by micro organisms Keep adding layers until the bin is almost full Top off with a 4 6 inch layer of straw and scoop o
7. LW e a ox SERIAL NO Mower Deck CE Models Identification Tag MODEL NO SERIAL NO DATE XXXXX XXXXX MASS kg POWER kW FERRIS INDUSTRIES INC C MUNNSVILLE NY 13409 MADE IN THE USA IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA i Model Description N Record your model name unit and mower deck serial E ene male numbers and engine serial number in the space provid ed for easy reference Powerhead MODEL Number Powerhead SERIAL Number e The Powerhead I D tag is located on left hand side of the handle bars Mower Deck MODEL Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number e The Mower Deck I D tag is located on the right hand side of the mower deck under the belt shield Dealer Name Date Purchased e For location of Engine Serial Number refer to the Engin wner s Manual g S NRE ARNA ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Engine Make Model Engine ID Serial Number Be sure to fill out and return the Warranty Registration Card supplied with your unit Safety Rules amp Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of con trol of unit severe personal injury or death to you or bystanders or damage to property or equipment This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed TRAINING Read understand and follow all instru
8. ee A WARNING For your personal safety blade mounting bolts must each be installed with a flat washer then securely tightened Torque blade mounting bolts to 70 90 ft lbs 94 120 N m Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents If not sharpen blades as described in following steps Remove the deck guard Raise the mower deck and secure with jackstands To remove blade for sharpening use two 2 15 16 wrenches to remove the nut from the top of the blade bolt Figure 13 Use a file or hand held grinder sharpen blade to fine edge Remove all nicks and dents in blade edge If blade is severely damaged it should be replaced Balance the blade as shown in Figure 14 Center the blade s hole on a nail lubricated with a drop of oil A balanced blade will remain level Reinstall each blade with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 15 The blade spacers blade washer and bolt must be reinstalled in the exact same order in which they were removed Torque bolts to 70 90 ft lbs 94 120 N m 18 LOOSEN Figure 14 Balancing the Blade TIGHTEN Figure 15 Installing the Blade A Bolt B Flat Washer 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 list
9. Lower Motion Control Pivots amp Neutral Return Pedal Pivot Figure 11 Parking Brake Lever Pivot amp Link Pivot 16 BATTERY MAINTENANCE Checking the Battery Fluid NOTE It is not necessary to check the battery fluid level if machine is equipped with a maintenance free battery 1 Remove the battery box cover to access the battery 2 Remove the battery filler cap s A Figure 12 Fluid must be even with the split ring full mark If not add distilled water 3 Reinstall the filler cap s Cleaning the Battery and Cables 1 Disconnect the cables from the battery negative cable first C Figure 12 Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush until shiny Reinstall the battery and reattach the battery cables positive cable first see B Figure 12 Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petro leum jelly or non conducting grease A WARNING Be careful when handling the battery Avoid spilling electrolyte Keep flames and sparks away from the battery When removing or installing battery cables disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST If not done in this order the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool 2 17 Regular Maintenance Figure 12 Battery Compartment A Vent Cap s B Positive Cable amp Terminal C Negative Cable amp Terminal Regular Maintenance _ _ __ o SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1
10. 0 cceeeeeeeees 21068 1 Touch Up Spray Paint 12 oz can 6 22585 Ferris Red Ferris Red Grease 14 5 oz Tube 005 22285 Note Information listed above is correct at time of printing and are subject to changes in availability and specifications without notice Part numbers may be superceded by other part numbers 32 ACCESSORIES See your dealer to purchase any of the following acces sories for you machine 50 Snow Blower SB50 amp Hitch MHW 60 Dozer Blade DB60 amp Hitch MHW 48 Rotary Broom SWRB48 amp Hitch HDD 60 Rotary Broom SWRB60 amp Hitch HDD GENERAL INFORMATION Proper mowing is an important part of maintaining your lawn in the best possible condition A healthy and well maintained lawn is better able to resist drought weeds and other stresses But too much maintenance is as detrimental to your lawn as neglect Proper care for your lawn involves more than just cutting the grass To have a healthy lawn you need to know 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 varieties are the most common The cool season grasses are better suited to cooler cli mates and do not endure hot and dry weather as well as warm seas
11. 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 Deck is not leveled correctly Tires are not properly inflated Blades are damaged Deck shell is damaged Mower spindle is bent or loose Blades are installed incorrectly LC 6 Streaking PARVATI DAN i SOLUTION Sharpen your blades Replace your blades Always mow at full throttle Slow down Clean out the mower Overlap your cutting rows When turning your effective cutting width decreases overlap more when turning Stepped Cutting SOLUTION Level the deck correctly Check and inflate the tires Replace the blades Repair or replace the deck Repair or replace the spindle Reinstall the blades correctly Uneven Cutting Uneven cutting is waviness or smooth troughs in the lawn surface Uneven cutting is usually caused by mower deck damage or misadjustment CAUSE Deck is not leveled correctly Blades are dull or worn Blades are damaged Deck is clogged with grass clippings Deck shell is damaged Mower spindle is bent or loose Blades are installed incorrectly Scalping Scalping is when the mower deck comes close to or hits the ground Scalping can be caused by the mower deck misadjustment unevenness in the lawn or by mower deck bouncing because the ground speed is too fast CAUSE Lawn is uneven or bumpy Mower deck c
12. for opposite tank FUEL FILTER The fuel filter D Figure 2 is located in the fuel line between fuel shut off valve and carburetor near the fuel pump If filter is dirty or clogged replace as follows 1 Shut off the fuel tank selection valve Disconnect the negative battery cable AUO PP Using a pliers open and slide hose clamps from fuel filter Remove hoses from filter Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line Secure with hose clamps Reconnect the negative battery cable when finished OIL amp FILTER CHANGE Refer to engine owners manual CHECK CHANGE AIR FILTER Refer to engine owners manual REPLACE SPARK PLUG Refer to engine owners manual CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL 1 Observe the oil reservoirs B Figure 2 The oil level should be at the FULL line C figure 2 2 Before removing the reservoir caps make sure the area around the reservoir cap is free of dust dirt or other debris 3 If necessary unscrew the reservoir cap and add SAE straight 20 or 30 weight motor oil DO NOT use multi grade oils Fill until oil level reaches FULL line 4 Reinstall oil reservoir caps CO N OOA Place a container below the filter to catch spilled fuel Regular Maintenance A WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation Do not allow open flame smoking or match
13. instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec tively we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are operating your unit All DANGER WARNING CAUTION and instructional messages on your mower should be carefully read and obeyed Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed The information is for your safety and it is important LEFT TURN GENTLY SQUEEZE STEERING LEVER STRAIGHT BACKING REQUIRES EVEN APPLICATION OF BOTH STEERING CONTROLS SERIOUS BODILY INJURY MAY RESULT FROM FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATION PROCEDURES e Read the operator s manual e Do not operate the machine without guards shields and safety devices in place and working Do not operate the machine when children and others are around e Do not allow operation of the machine by untrained personnel MOWER DRIVE IGNITION Dash Panel Decal Part No 22325 DEPRESS FOOT APPLY PARKING The safety decals below are on your unit If any of these decals are lost or damaged replace them at once See your local dealer for replacements These labels are easily applied and will act as a con stant visual reminder to you and others who may use the equipment to follow the safety instructions neces sary for safe effective operation NOTE Engine operation and safety dec
14. nut C Figure 24 to release the belt tension on the spindle drive belt B Figure 24 3 Slide the drive belt over the edge of one of the spin dle pulleys and then slide the belt around the idler pulley and remaining spindle pulleys 4 Remove the old belt and replace with a new one Make sure the V side of the belt runs in the pulley grooves for single v section belts 5 Install the spindle drive belt on the spindle pulleys and the idler pulley Tighten the nylon nut C Figure 24 until a 10 Ib 44 5 newton force is required to deflect the belt 1 2 1 27cm between the idler pulley and right hand spindle pulley See Figure 24 6 Run the mower under no load condition for about 5 minutes to break in the new belt and re check belt tension Adjust if necessary 24 OALE enon tine m AT A n i 7 Y O es X Figure 23 PTO Clutch to Deck Belt D Hex Nut E Adjustable Idler Pulley F Center Spindle Pulley A Stationary Idler Pulley B Deck Drive Belt C Wing Nut ae Tension Here a Figure 24 Spindle Drive Belt A Spindle Pulley B Spindle Drive Belt C Nylon Lock Nut D Idler Pulley Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT DDSH Models only PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS S To avoid damaging belts DO NOT 1 Park the machine on a smooth level surface su
15. the ignition switch to STOP Use this method only in emergency situations For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE MOWER STOPPING THE MOWER 1 Gently squeeze both steering control levers B Figure 1 evenly to stop the machine Once the machine is stopped firmly depress the neutral return pedal l Figure 1 to place the trans missions in neutral Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO switch E Figure 1 Engage the parking brake by pushing the handle D Figure 1 forward until it stops Move the throttle control G Figure 1 to mid throttle position and turn the ignition key to OFF Remove the key 11 Operating the Dual Drive Walk Behind DRIVING THE MOWER The hydrostatic transmission has an infinite number of speeds between full speed forward and reverse with the faster soeeds being achieved by moving the speed con trol lever and steering control levers farthest in the direc tion of travel TO MOVE FORWARD 1 Disengage the parking brake 2 Gently move the speed control lever forward until desired speed is achieved TO MOVE BACKWARD 1 Disengage the parking brake 2 Gently squeeze both steering control levers evenly until desired speed is achieved TO SLOW OR STOP MACHINE 1 Gently squeeze both steering control levers evenly to slow the machine Continuing to squeeze the steering control levers will stop the machine Once the machine is
16. with jackstands as necessary 2 Start the engine and adjust throttle control to FULL 4 Watch oil levels for the next few days and add oil to highest setting See the STARTING THE ENGINE the reservoirs as necessary section for proper starting instructions 28 Figure 32 PTO Clutch Adjustment A Adjustment Window Qty 3 one shown B Adjustment Nut PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 50 hour break in period and then after every 250 hours of opera tion Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage or if a new clutch has been installed 1 Remove key from ignition switch and disconnect spark plug wires to prevent the possibility of acciden tal starting while the PTO is being adjusted 2 See Figure 32 Note the position of the 3 adjustment windows A in the side of the brake plate and the nylock adjustment nuts B 3 Insert a 012 018 0 30 0 45mm feeler gauge C through each window positioning the gauge between the rotor face and the armature face as shown in Figure 33 4 Alternately tighten the adjustment nuts B Figure 32 until the rotor face and armature face just contacts the gauge 5 Check the windows for an equal amount of tension when the gauge is inserted and removed and make any necessary adjustments by tightening or loosen ing the adjustment nuts NOTE The actual air gap between the rotor and arma ture may v
17. 1 Pulleys or belt greasy or oily 1 Clean as required 2 Belt stretched or worn 2 Replace belt Brake will not hold 1 Internal brake disc on 1 See authorized service dealer transaxle worn Mower steers hard or 1 Steering linkage is loose 1 Check and tighten any loose connections handles poorly 2 Improper tire inflation 2 See Regular Maintenance Section TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER DECK CAUSE PROBLEM REMEDY Mower cut is uneven 1 Mower not leveled properly 1 See Mower Adjustment 2 Drive tires not inflated 2 See Regular Maintenance Section equally or properly Mower cut is rough looking 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Set throttle to full 2 Ground speed too fast 2 Decrease Ground Speed 3 Blades are dull 3 Sharpen or replace blades See Mower Blade Service 4 Mower drive belt slipping 4 Clean or replace belt as necessary because it is oily or worn 5 Blades not properly fastened 5 See Servicing the Mower Blades to arbors Engine stalls easily with 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Set to full throttle mower engaged 2 Ground speed too fast 2 Decrease Ground Speed 3 Cutting height set too low 3 Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during first pass 4 Discharge chute jamming 4 Cut grass with discharge pointing toward with cut grass previously cut area Excessive mower vibration 1 Blade mounting screws 1 Tighten to 70 90 ft lbs 94 120 N m are loose 2 Mowe
18. Be sure vent caps are tight Place damp cloth over vent caps on both batteries 4 Connect positive cable to positive post of dis charged battery wired to starter or solenoid 5 Connect the other end of same cable to same post marked positive on booster battery 6 Connect the second cable negative to other post of booster battery 7 Make final connection on engine block of stalled vehicle away from battery Do not lean over batter les 8 Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster bat tery Wait a few minutes then attempt to start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery 9 If the vehicle does not start after cranking for thirty seconds STOP PROCEDURE More than thirty sec onds seldom starts the engine unless some mechan ical adjustment is made 10 After starting allow the engine to return to idle speed Remove the cable connection at the engine or frame Then remove the other end of the same cable from the booster battery 11 Remove the other cable by disconnecting at the dis charged battery first and then disconnect the oppo site end from the booster battery 12 Discard the damp cloths that were placed over the battery vent caps Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service THIS HOOK UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES To To Starter O Starter Switch Switch Jumper Cable Starting Discharged Vehicle Vehicle Battery Battery Jumper Cable To Ground SETS MA
19. Figure 19 Mowing Height Measurement are within 1 16 of each other 8 Once the level of the deck has been adjusted there should be no slack in the front hanger shafts If one shaft moves a shim P N 20928 is required XN Measure Here Nie 22 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service Shimming the Hanger Shafts Once it has been determined that a shim P N 20928 is required you first must determine which rear hanger shaft requires the shim The shim A Figure 20 must be placed in between the spacer B Figure 20 and the retaining collar C Figure 20 on the OPPOSITE side from which the front shaft has movement or slack see Figure 21 Once the shim has been assembled in the proper loca tion repeat Step 2 8 in the DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT section This adjustment may need to Figure 20 Shim Assembly Position be repeated more than once until the proper number of A Shim shims has been installed to obtain the proper cutting B Spacer height equal measurements from side to side and no C Retaining Collar movement of the front hanger shafts MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CUTTING HEIGHT DDSH Models only CASTER SPACER PLACE Refer to the Height Selection decal A Figure 22 locat ed on the deck hanger frame and adjust the positions of wate 2 the caster spacers and hairpins to obtain the desired elles mowing height Perform adjustment to all four shafts t 4 1 2 4 1 4
20. For the best results follow these guidelines Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high Mow with sharp blades Short clippings of grass one inch or shorter decompose more quickly than longer blades Sharp mower blades cut grass cleanly and efficiently preventing frayed edges which harm the grass Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry Late afternoon or early evening often provide these ideal mowing conditions Avoid mowing after rain or even heavy dew and never mulch when the grass Is wet moist grass does not mulch well and clumps beneath the mower deck Where possible make one or two passes around the outside of the area discharging the grass INTO the lawn to keep the cut grass off fences and walks Note Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing If you hear the engine slowing down you are mowing too fast using a slower ground speed will improve the cut ting efficiency of the blades and prevents many common cutting problems Use an appropriate ground speed for the thickness and height of the grass you are cutting 3rd gear or slower for manual gear models If you hear the engine slowing down you are mowing too fast use a slower ground speed LC 3 Lawn Care amp 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 de
21. KE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 34 Jump Starting A WARNING For your personal safety use extreme care when jump starting Never expose battery to open flame or electric spark battery action generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Do not allow battery acid to contact skin eyes fabrics or painted surfaces Batteries contain a sulfuric acid solution which can cause serious personal injury or property damage When removing or installing battery cables disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST If not done in this order the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool To avoid engine damage do not disconnect battery while engine is running Be sure terminal connections are tight before starting AWARNING 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 vehicle or of the immobilized vehicle Do not attempt to jump start a vehicle having a frozen battery because the battery may rupture or explode If a frozen battery is suspected examine all fill vents on the battery If ice can be seen or if the electrolyte fluid cannot be seen do not attempt to start with jumper cables as long as the battery remains frozen 31 Common Replacemen
22. ace and tight e Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel Refer to engine manual for fuel recommendations N N DAA l Pre start Checks A Crankcase Oil Fill B Fuel Tank Filler Neck Figure 2 A WARNING If you do not understand how a specific control functions or have not yet thoroughly read the FEATURES amp 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 Engage the parking brake and make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the motion control lever is in the NEUTRAL position Set the engine throttle control G Figure 1 to FAST throttle position Then fully close the choke H Figure 1 by pulling the knob OUT fully NOTE A warm engine may not require choking 3A Insert the key into the ignition switch C Figure 1 and turn it to the RUN position 15hp amp 17hp mod els Firmly and sharply pull the recoil until the engine starts 3B Insert the key into the ignition switch C Figure 1 and turn it to the START position 23hp model 4 After the engine starts gradually open the choke push knob down fully Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute before engaging the PTO switch or driving the mower 5 After warming the engine ALWAYS operate the unit at FULL THROTTLE when mowing In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning
23. als are supplied by the engine manufacturer RIGHT TURN GENTLY SQUEEZE STEERING LEVER TO STOP SQUEEZE BOTH STEERING LEVERS TO NEUTRAL POSITION RISK OF BURN INJURY STOP ENGINE ALLOW MUFFLER TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING AIR CLEANER COVER PEDAL TO RETURN FORWARD SPEED 070 is 0 Ei Ko NEUTRAL Warning Decal Part No 22189 BRAKE 44 DANGER ROTATING CUTTING BLADE Do not put hands or feet under mower deck while blade is rotating Do not operate mower grass catcher in place 1704276 44 DANGER ROTATING CUTTING BLADE without deflector or entire 1704277 Danger Decal Part No 1704276 WARNING BEWARE OF POWER DRIVEN PARTS Warning Decal Part No 21818 Danger Decal Part No 1704277 WARNING EXPLOSIVE FUEL DO NOT OVERFILL OR START ENGINE NEAR SPILLED GASOLINE LEAVE 1 INCH SPACE AT TOP OF TANK FOR FUEL EXPANSION DO NOT ADD GASOLINE WHILE ENGINE IS HOT OR RUNNING DO NOT OPERATE WHILE FUEL CAP IS REMOVED Warning Decal Part No 21159 WARNING THIS MACHINE WILL CLIMB A SLOPE GREATER THAN IT IS SAFE TO BE ON READ OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE USE Warning Decal Part No 21818 A DANGER ENGINES PRODUCE CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS DEADLY POISON DO NOT OPERATE IN AN ENCLOSED 21159 Danger Decal Part No 21411 CE Compliance Specs FERRIS Sr TN 9 amp fiian Please take a moment and familiar
24. ary even after performing the adjustment pro cedure This is due to dimensional variations on compo nent parts and is an acceptable condition 6 Check the mower blade stopping time The mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a com plete stop within seven seconds after the electric PTO switch is turned off 29 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service Figure 33 Adjust PTO Clutch A Window B Adjustment Nut C 012 018 0 30 0 45mm Feeler Gauge A WARNING To avoid serious injury perform adjustments only with engine stopped key removed and machine on level ground Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belts should come to a complete stop within seven seconds after electric PTO switch is turned off 1 Remove deck guard s for checking blade brake stop time ONLY NEVER OPERATE the machine without guard s in place 1 With parking brake engaged and PTO disengage start the engine engine 2 Observe the mower drive belt Engage the PTO and wait several seconds Disengage the PTO and check the amount of time it takes for the mower drive belt to stop 3 If the mower drive belt does not stop within seven seconds perform the PTO Clutch Adjustment If the belt still does not stop within seven seconds see your dealer Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service BATTERY SERVICE A WARNING Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery the gasses coming from it are highly e
25. at the place of business of a dealer authorized to handle Ferris mowers any part or parts of the machine which in the judgment of Ferris prove to be defective THIS WARRANTY AND FERRIS OBLIGATION HEREUNDER IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE and all other obligations or liabilities of Ferris for incidental and consequential damages resulting from the design manufacture sale or use of the machine No person is authorized to make any warranty or assume for Ferris any liability not strictly in accordance with this warranty This warranty shall not apply to any mower part which in the judgment of Ferris has been altered or tampered with in any way or has been subjected to misuse neglect or accident or has had the serial numbers altered effaced or removed This warranty does not apply to component parts not manufactured by Ferris motors batteries tires belts except to the extent of their individual manufacturer s guarantees Ferris Industries Inc is continually striving to improve its products and therefore reserves the right to make improvements or change when it becomes practical and possible to do so without incurring any obligation to make changes or additions to the equipment sold previously Ferris Industries 5375 North Main Street Ce Munnsville NY 13409 800 933 6175 ww
26. battery is filled to the proper level with water and is fully charged Battery life will be increased if it is removed put in a cool dry place and fully charged about once a month If battery is left in unit disconnect the negative cable 13 Operating the Dual Drive Walk Behind A WARNING Never store the unit with gasoline in engine or fuel tank in a heated shelter or in enclosed poorly ventilated enclosures Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light such as a furnace water heater clothes dryer etc and cause an explosion Handle gasoline carefully It is highly flammable and careless use could result in serious fire damage to your person or property Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from open flame or sparks 10 Drain fuel system completely or add a gasoline stabi lizer 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 possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline fumes Remember gasoline fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite causing risk of explosion and fire 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 fu
27. be returned to the NEU TRAL position in order to start the engine WARNING If the unit does not pass a safety test do not operate it See your authorized dealer Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety interlock system Walk Behind GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY Before first time operation e Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower e Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit e Drive in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit AWARNING Before leaving the operator s position for any reason engage the parking brake disengage the PTO stop the engine and remove the key To reduce fire hazard keep the engine tractor and mower free of grass leaves and excess grease Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves grass or combustible materials Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation Do not allow open flame smoking or matches in the area Avoid over filling and wipe up any spills Operating the Dual Drive 10 CHECKS BEFORE STARTING e Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick See the engine Operator s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations e Make sure all nuts bolts screws and pins are in pl
28. ceeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeees 27 Transmission Maintenance amp ServiCe 000 28 Changing Oil amp Filters 2 0 ecccceeeeeeeeeeeeee ees 28 PTO Clutch Adjustment ccccccccecsseseeeeeeeeeees 29 Battery S rviCe cccccccsceeccceeseeeeeeeeesesseeeeeeeeeeaas 30 Checking the Battery Voltage c cseeseeeeees 30 Charging A Completely Discharged Battery 30 Jump Starting with Auxiliary Booster Battery ccccsseeeeeeees 30 Replacement Parts amp Accessories 0 32 Lawn Care amp Mowing Information LC 1 International SymMbols ccceseseeeeneees LC 8 Technical Manualls cccssceesseeeeeeeeeees LC 8 NOTE In this manual left and right are referred to as seen from the operating position A WARNING Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known in certain quantities to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Copyright 2002 Ferris Industries All Rights Reserved Printed in USA TP 100 7056 00 WD F D Ly FERRIS a PEIN pa r r aie Soe UU B o MCP a ay TN SIS kere identification Tags IDENTIFICATION TAG LOCATIONS When contacting your Authorized Dealer for replacement parts service or information YOU MUST HAVE THESE NUMBERS North American Models Powerhead FERRIS INDUSTRIES INC ae MUNNSVILLE NY 13409 Identification MADE IN THE USA Tag
29. ch as a concrete floor Disengage the PTO engage the parking brake turn off the engine and remove the ignition key 2 Remove the mower deck guard Remove the rear engine deck guard Figure 25 52 Mower PTO Belt 4 Loosen the spring compression nut B Figure 25 amp A Belt Tension Spring 26 to release the belt tension B Spring Compression Nut 5 Slide the drive belt over the edge of the idler pulley and then slide the belt under the idler pulley Drop the belt from the PTO clutch pulley groove 6 Remove the old belt and replace with a new one Make sure the V side of the belt runs in the pulley grooves Figure 27 7 Install the drive belt on the PTO pulley the spindle pulleys and idler pulleys Tighten the spring com pression nut B Figure 25 amp 26 until the belt tension spring A Figure 25 amp 26 is 3 4 1 90cm long 8 Run the mower under no load condition for about 5 minutes to break in the new belt and re check spring length Adjust if necessary ee Figure 26 61 Mower PTO Belt A Belt Tension Spring B Spring Compression Nut Figure 27 Mower PTO Belt Routing A Spindle Pulley C Spring loaded Idler Pulley B PTO Drive Belt D Stationary Idler Pulley 25 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT To avoid damaging belts DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS 10 11 12 13 14 WARNING STORED ENERGY DEVICE Improper re
30. ching does NOTE We cover some specific mowing instructions for mulching and broadcasting later in this Lawn Care section Proper Cutting Height Cut Here On First Pass aan on Tall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting Second For extremely tall grass set the cutting height at maxi Pass mum for the first pass and then reset it to the desired height and mow a second or third time NV l if 1 if vii Al AME Pa Don t cover the grass surface with a heavy layer of clippings Consider using a grass collection system and starting a compost pile LC 2 WHAT MOWING PATTERNS TO USE Always start mowing on a smooth level area The size and type of area to be mowed will determine the best mowing pattern to use Obstructions such as trees fences and buildings and conditions such as slopes and grades must also be considered Cut long straight strips overlapping slightly Where possible change patterns occasionally to eliminate matting graining or a corrugated appear ance For a truly professional cut mow across the lawn in one direction then recut the lawn by mowing perpen dicular to the previous cut The remainder of the mowing should be done in the opposite direction so that the clippings are dispersed OUT onto the area of lawn previously cut Lawn Care amp Mowing Information WHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO MOW The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you ll get when mowing
31. ctions in the manual and on the unit before starting If the opera tor s or mechanic s can not read English it is the owner s responsibility to explain this material to them Become familiar with the safe operation of the equip ment operator controls and safety signs All operators and mechanics should be trained The owner is responsible for training the users Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the unit Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator PREPARATION Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job Use only accessories and attach ments approved by the manufacturer Wear appropriate clothing including safety shoes safety glasses and ear protection Long hair loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks toys and wire which can be thrown by the machine Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive a Use only an approved container b Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke c Never refuel or drain the machine indoors Check that operator s presence controls safety switches and shi
32. eeeees EI CA ON scotia cetera ddaindwacademadensceesiniwebaieineswecstbens Battery Maintenance cccccecsseeeeeeeeeesaeeeesaaeess Checking Battery Fluid cccccceeeeeeeeeeeeaee ees Cleaning the Battery and Cables Servicing the Mower Blades ccceeeeneeeees A WARNING You must read understand and comply with all safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set up and operate your machine Failure to comply with all safety and operating instructions can result in loss of machine control serious personal injury to you and or bystanders and risk of equipment and property damage The triangle in the text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed Table of Contents Troubleshooting Adjustments amp Service Troubleshooting the Mowet cccsescceeseeeeeeees 19 Troubleshooting the Mower Deck 00c 000 20 Mowing Height Adjustment cccscccseeeeeeeeees 21 Deck Leveling Adjustment DDSH models 22 Mowing Height Adjustment DDSH models 23 Mower Belt Replacement cc ccseseeeeeeeeeeeeees 24 Mower Belt Replacement DDSH models 25 Transmission Drive Belt Replacement 26 Transmission Neutral amp Tracking Adjustments 27 Neutral Adjustment ccecceeseeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeenees 27 Tracking ACjUStMeN cccce
33. el tank and run the engine a few minutes or drain all fuel from the unit before placing it in storage STARTING AFTER LONG TERM STORAGE Before starting the unit after it has been stored for a long period of time perform the following steps 1 Remove any blocks from under the unit 2 Install the battery if it was removed 3 Unplug the exhaust outlet and air cleaner 4 Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline See engine manual for recommendations 5 See engine owner s manual and follow all instruc tions for preparing engine after storage 6 Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if necessary If any condensation has developed during storage drain crankcase oil and refill 7 Inflate tires to proper pressure Check fluid levels 8 Start the engine and let it run slowly DO NOT run at high speed immediately after starting Be sure to run engine only outdoors or in well ventilated area g Sa mt 1h y a mal rey E RRES PN Maintenance i HydroWalk pp 61 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE amp PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your mower You will need to keep a record of your operating time See Before Before Every Spring SAFETY ITEMS Page First Use Each Use Hours amp Fall Check Safety Interlock System ee Check Mower Blade Stopping Time Ea Before maa Spring NORMAL CARE ITEMS amp Fall Check Rider Mower for loose hardware Pf XK XK C
34. elds are attached and functioning properly Do not operate unless they are functioning properly The owner user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves other people or property Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should eval uate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from seri Ous injury Safety Rules amp Information O PERATION Never run an engine in an enclosed area Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light keeping away from holes and hidden hazards 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 provid ed Be sure of your footing while using pedestrian con trolled equipment especially when backing up Walk don t run Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while trav eling in reverse Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflec tor in place Slow down and use caution when making turns and when changing directions on slopes Never raise deck with the blades running Never leave a running unit unattended Always disen gage the PTO set
35. ep dish deck to allow freer circulation of clippings so they are broadcast evenly over the lawn ENGINE SPEED amp GROUND SPEED FOR BROADCASTING Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing If you hear the engine slowing down you are mowing too fast using a slower ground speed will improve the cut ting efficiency of the blades and prevents many common cutting problems ALWAYS use an appropriate ground speed for the thick ness and height of the grass you are cutting 3rd gear or slower for manual gear models If you hear the engine Proper Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clip pings into tiny particles and which then blows them down Jue INTO the lawn These tiny parti a cles decompose rapidly into by HN VIN products your lawn can use MM ini NY UNDER PROPER CONDI TIONS your mulching mower will virtually eliminate noticeable clippings on the lawn surface y i NOTE When mulching under heavy cutting conditions a rumbling sound may be present and is normal MULCHING REQUIRES EXCELLENT MOWING CONDITIONS Mulching mowers cannot function properly if the grass Is wet or if the grass is simply to high to cut Even more than normal mowing mulching requires that the grass be dry and the the appropriate amount is cut Do not use the mower as a mulching mower during the first two or three mowings in the spring The long grass blades quick growth and often wetter condit
36. eplace as needed See authorized faulty service dealer 11 Spark plug s faulty fouled 11 Clean and gap or replace or incorrectly gapped See engine manual 12 Water in fuel 12 Drain fuel amp refill with fresh fuel 13 Gas is old or stale 13 Drain fuel amp replace with fresh fuel Engine starts hard or runs poorly 1 Fuel mixture too rich 1 Clean air filter Check choke adjustment throttle control 2 Spark plug faulty fouled or 2 Clean and gap or replace incorrectly gapped See engine manual Engine knocks 1 Low oil level 1 Check add oil as required 2 Using wrong grade oil 2 See engine manual Excessive oil consumption 1 Engine running too hot 1 Clean engine fins blower screen and air cleaner 2 Using wrong weight oil 2 See engine manual 3 Too much oil in crankcase 3 Drain excess oil Engine exhaust is black 1 Dirty air filter 1 Replace air filter See engine manual 2 Engine choke control 2 Open choke control is in closed position 19 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service Rider Troubleshooting Continued PROBLEM Engine runs but mower will not drive CAUSE lig Transmission release lever s in neutral position REMEDY T Move into drive position 2 Belt is broken 2 See Drive Belt Replacement 3 Drive belt slips 3 See problem and cause below 4 Brake is not fully released 4 See authorized service dealer Transmission drive belt slips
37. es e Keep the unit in an area away from where children may come into contact with it If there s any chance of unauthorized use remove the spark plug s and put in a safe place Be sure the spark plug opening is protected from foreign objects with a suitable cover f the unit can t be stored on a reasonable level sur face chock the wheels e Clean all grass and dirt from the mower Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 Days Before you store your unit for the off season read the Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section then perform the following steps 1 Drain crankcase oil while engine is hot and refill with a grade of oil that will be required when unit is used again 2 Prepare the mower deck for storage as follows a Remove mower deck from the unit Clean underside of mower deck c Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat of oil to prevent rusting 3 Clean external surfaces and engine 4 Prepare engine for storage See engine owner s manual 5 Clean any dirt or grass from cylinder head cooling fins engine housing and air cleaner element 6 Cover air cleaner and exhaust outlet tightly with plas tic or other waterproof material to keep out moisture dirt and insects 7 Completely grease and oil unit as outlined in the Normal Care section 8 Clean up unit and apply paint or rust preventative to any areas where paint is chipped or damaged 9 Be sure the
38. es in the area Avoid over filling and wipe up any spills Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot as spilled gasoline may ignite DO NOT spread hose clamps further than necessary Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over filter after installation Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol gasoline additives premium gasoline or white gas because engine fuel system damage could result Figure 5 Fuel Tank Oil Reservoir amp Fuel Filter A Fuel Cap B Oil Reservoirs C FULLU Line D Fuel Filter Regular Maintenance eee Q LUBRICATION SURO Lubricate the machine at the lubrication points shown in AN A Figures 6 11 N S L Use grease fittings when present Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are nN not installed AA Uf LT IN Not all greases are compatible Ferris Red Grease P N 22285 is strongly recommended Automotive type high temperature lithium grease may be used when this is not available Figure 8 Blade Spindles Generally all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys Remember to wipe fittings and surfaces clean both before and after lubrication Figure 9 Caster Tire Pivots amp Axles Figure 6 Motion Control Pivot amp Rod Pivot Figure 10 Steering Lever Pivots amp Operator Presence Pivots Figure 7
39. ften 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 including the type of grass the amount of rainfall the prevailing temperature and the lawn s overall condition Optimal cutting point at less than 1 3 from top of grass blade Cutting down to this area contributes to thatch problems Cutting the grass too short causes weak thin grass plants which are easily damaged by dry periods and pests Cutting too short is often more damaging than allowing the grass to be slightly higher Letting grass grow a bit longer especially when it is hot and dry reduces heat build up preserves needed moisture and protects the grass from heat damage and other problems However allowing grass to grow too high can cause thin turf and additional problems Cutting off too much at one time shocks the plant s growth system and weakens the grass plants A good rule of thumb is the 1 3 rule to cut no more than one third of the grass height and never more than 1 inch at a time AL AAA E N M all fi AMUN AAA 1 inch The amount of grass you are able to cut in one pass is also effected by the type of mowing system you are using for example broadcasting with side discharge decks can process a much larger volume of grass than mul
40. heck Engine Oil Leve te ox x x x Check Engine Air Filter 15e fF XK YK Change Engine Oil amp Filter a a a O e Every 50 Hours X Change Transmission Oil amp Filters p28 ff X Every 500 Hours Lubricate Mower amp Mower Deck 7 X wee Check Mower Deck Belt Tension a ae ee Check Tire Pressure Check Hydraulic Fluid Check Fuel Filter Clean Battery amp Cables Clean amp Sharpen Mower Blades Inspect Spark Plug See the engine manufacturer s owner s manual Change original engine oil after first 5 hours of operation Check belt tension after first 5 hours of operation More often in hot over 85 F 30 C weather or dusty operating conditions CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Tire pressure should be checked periodically and main tained at the levels shown in the chart Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the Max Inflation stamped on the side wall of the tires The pressures shown provide proper traction improve cut quality and extend tire life Te o Pressure 25 psi 172 kPa Rear 15 psi 103 kPa Figure 4 Checking Tire Pressure 14 CHECKING ADDING FUEL To add fuel 1 Remove the fuel cap see A Figure 2 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 tighten the fuel cap 4 Repeat same process
41. ions are more suitable for broadcasting side discharging or grass bagging operation ENGINE SPEED amp GROUND SPEED FOR BROADCASTING Use full engine throttle matched with a slow ground speed so that clippings will be finely cut Ground speed while mulching should be HALF of the speed that would be used when broadcasting side discharging under similar conditions Since mulching requires more horse power than broadcasting using a slower ground speed is vitally important for proper mulching operation L Mulching Action Ti slowing down you are mowing too fast use a slower ground speed HOW MUCH GRASS TO CUT OFF WHEN BROADCASTING Mow when the grass is 3 5 inches long Do not cut the grass shorter than 2 to 2 1 2 inches Do not cut off more that 1 inch of grass in a single pass HOW MUCH GRASS TO MULCH The best mulching action typical ly results from cutting only the top 1 2 inch to 3 4 inch of grass RIA blade This provides short clip pings which decompose properly i AN much more quickly than longer clippings The ideal cutting height will vary with climate time of year and quality of your lawn We recommend that you experiment with both the cutting height and ground speed until you achieve the best cut Start with a high cutting height and using progressively lower settings until you find a cutting height that is matched to your mowing conditions and prefer ences C 4 TIPS On Dealing With Clippings
42. itches or embank ments The operator could lose footing or balance or mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in e Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing or trac tion could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the unit by putting your foot on the ground e Do not mow excessively steep slopes e Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes 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 chil dren will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area Before and during reverse operation look behind and down for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seri ously injured or interfere with safe unit operation Never allow children to operate the unit Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor age preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods Always follow the engine manual instructions for pr
43. ize yourself with the name location and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual Forward Speed Control Lever Reverse Speed Control Levers Ignition Switch Parking Brake Handle PTO Switch Operator Presence Handles Throttle Control Choke Control Neutral Return Pedal rommoompP Figure 1 Control Locations 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 to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section A amp B Forward Speed Control Lever C Ignition Switch Reverse Speed Control Levers The ignition switch starts and stops the engine it has These levers control the ground speed of the mower three positions The center lever A control the forward ground speed of OFF elope mie engine and shuts off the both drive wheels electrical system The left lever controls the steering and reverse ground oe Allows the engine to run and powers the speed of the left drive wheel and the right lever controls electrical system the steering and reverse ground speed of the right drive START Cranks the engine for starting wheel NOTE Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN posi NOTE The further a lever is moved a
44. lade Spacers C Deck Mount Position shown in L 21 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT DDSH Models only 1 Make sure there is one spacer above and below the frame on the front caster shafts and place hairpin clips in the 2 cutting height position see Figure 17 2 Rotate the blade on the RIGHT HAND side dis charge side until the tip faces the front of the machine Figure 17 Caster Spacers amp Hairpin Clip A Caster Spacer B Hairpin Clip 3 Loosen the jam nuts A Figure 18 located on the front deck hanger shafts B Figure 18 Turn the right side shaft until a cutting height of 2 is obtained at the very tip of the blade towards the front of the machine Figure 18 Front Hanger Shaft Adjustment A Jam Nut B Front Hanger Shaft 4 Now place a straight edge on top of the cutter deck approximately 1 to the outside of the front deck mount on the right side and measure to the floor see Figure 19 Record your measurement 5 Repeat the measuring procedure listed in Step 4 for the left hand side of the mower deck Straight Edge 6 Compare the measurements taken in Step 4 amp 5 If they differ by more than 1 16 the front deck hanger shaft on the LEFT side non discharge side must be adjusted 7 Adjust the two front hanger shafts as needed until the tip of the blade is 2 from the floor and the meas urements taken from the top of the deck to the floor
45. lease of the belt tension spring can result in personal injury Remove the deck drive belt See MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT sections Remove the grass screen that covers the transmis sion cooling fans Remove the clutch anchor bolts A Figure 28 that fasten the clutch anchor pad to the anchor Unplug the PTO clutch from the wire harness Remove the spring anchor nut E and remove the belt tension spring D Use extreme caution when removing this spring Drop the belt H from the crankshaft pulley and around the PTO clutch From the front of the machine pull the belt towards the front while sliding it up and over the transmission cooling fans Remove the old belt and replace with a new one Make sure the V side of the belt runs in the pulley grooves Install belt over the transmission cooling fans and on the transmission input pulleys G around the idler pulleys F amp I and on the crankshaft pulley Reinstall the belt tension spring D onto the anchor bolt and reinstall the nylon nut E Plug the PTO clutch into the wire harness Reinstall the clutch anchor pad and hardware B amp A Tighten securely Reinstall grass screen and fasten securely Reinstall the deck drive belt See MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT sections 26 O OO l Sod SANDDE
46. multi grade oils Make sure the area around the oil l F reservoirs is free from dust dirt and debris before opening the reservoirs Make sure the oil reservoirs caps are tight igure 30 Oil Reservoirs Keep water dirt and debris from entering the oil a ea iz reservoirs A small amount of a contaminant could damage the transmissions Changing Oil amp Filters Make sure transmissions and imme diate surrounding areas are free from dirt and debris before changing the oil and filters Cleanliness while per forming this operation is extremely important 1 Park the machine 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 a Figure 31 Transmission Oil Filter Location 2 Place a drain pan under each transmission and left hand side shown remove the filters to drain the oil See Figure 31 3 Once oil has drained from transmissions replace with new filters P N 21068 1 placing a light film on the seal of the filter before installing Hand tighten filter only 4 Fill oil reservoirs 3 4 full with SAE straight 20 or 30 weight motor oil To Bleed Air From Transmissions 1 Locate the machine in a secure area away from 3 Run engine for 15 minutes Watch the oil level in the bystanders and preferably facing a wall Raise the reservoirs Add oil to the FULL line B Figure 30 drive tires off the ground and secure
47. o Mow the Grass e When and How Often to Mow e What Mowing Patterns to Use e Proper Mowing Methods e How to Solve Common Mowing Problems HOW TO WATER YOUR LAWN The best method of watering a lawn is to imitate a slow soaking rain applying about 1 inch of water A method of verifying the amount that you have watered is to place several empty tin cans low shallow cans work best in various spots around the lawn and check the depth of water in the can during the watering process HOW TO FERTILIZE YOUR LAWN Fertilizing with a slow release fertilizer provides missing nutrients which help create slow even growth While opinions vary on the need for fertilizing when and how much to fertilize will be more a factor of the condition of the lawn and soil than any routine Remember that over fertilizing can cause harm and that most fertilizing should be applied in the spring so that it will release into the lawn through the summer For more information check with a local nursery or lawn care specialist and read and follow the fertilizer manufacturer s instructions AERATING YOUR LAWN Consider aerating your lawn in spring Using an aerator to remove cores of soil from the lawn increases the speed of clipping decomposition and encourages deeper root growth by opening up the soil and permitting greater movement of water fertilizer and air LC 1 Lawn Care amp Mowing Information HOW HIGH TO Cut less than MOW THE GRASS O
48. on grasses but conversely the warm season grasses do not grow as well in cooler climates Most resi dential lawns are typically seeded with a mixture of these grasses A local nursery or lawn center may help you to identify what kind of grass your lawn contains from a sample Knowing your climate and conditions is also important to proper lawn care Drier climates or conditions will require additional watering while wetter climates may require more frequent mowing HOW AND WHEN TO WATER FERTILIZE amp AERATE Every lawn s watering needs are unique and are depen dent upon the type of grass and soil the amount of local rainfall and other conditions Most lawns are watered too often but with too little water However too much water can allow development of diseases with your lawn It is best to water the lawn only when necessary and then to water it slowly evenly and deeply imitating a slow soaking rain WHEN TO WATER YOUR LAWN When the lawn begins to wilt the grass s color dulls or footprints stay compressed for more than a few seconds the lawn is beginning to dry out and needs additional moisture The best time to water is early morning to allow the water to soak deeply into the lawn and reduce the amount that evaporates in the hot afternoon sun TP 600 7000 01 UV FD Lawn Care amp Mowing Information e Types of Grass Climate and Conditions e How and When to Water Fertilize amp Aerate e How High t
49. oper start up procedures when returning the unit to service Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as in a water heater Allow unit to cool before storing Shut off fuel while storing or transporting Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors Keep all hardware especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep all parts in good working condition Replace all worn or damaged decals Never tamper with safety devices Check their prop er operation regularly Clean grass and debris from cutting units drives mufflers and engine to prevent fires Clean up oil or fuel spillage Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running unless specified otherwise Park machine on level ground Never allow untrained personnel to service machine Use jack stands to support components when required Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy eg springs Safety Rules amp Information EMISSIONS Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known in certain quantities to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before making any repairs Disconnect the negative termi nal first and the po
50. ors manuals going back many years PO SS Parts Manuals Se Qa Fully illustrated parts manuals are also available RN these manuals show all of the product s components in exploded views 3D illustrations which show the relationship of the parts and how they go together as well as giving the replace ment part numbers and quantities used Important assembly notes and special torque values are included in these manuals For the applicable manuals currently available for Model your model contact your local dealer Have the information listed in the box at the right available when making your request Serial No Your Name Address City State Zip Visa Mastercard No Card Expiration Date LC 8 Notes LC 9
51. parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades when not mowing SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not drive on it Do Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain oe overturn the unit Tall grass can hide obsta cles Use slow speed Choose a slow speed so that you ie not have to stop or change speed while on the slope Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach ments These can change the stability of the unit Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction See your authorized dealer for recommendations of available weights to improve stability e Never operate with guards not securely in place Be sure all interlocks are attached adjusted properly and functioning properly e Never operate with the discharge deflector raised removed or altered unless using a grass catcher e Do not change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine e Stop on level ground lower implements disengage drives engage parking brake shut off engine befo
52. r blades arbors 2 Check and replace as necessary or pulleys are bent 3 Mower blades are out 3 Remove sharpen and balance blades of balance See Maintenance Section 4 Belt installed incorrectly 4 Reinstall Correctly Excessive belt wear or breakage 1 Bent or rough pulleys 1 Repair or replace 2 Using incorrect belt 2 Replace with correct belt Mower drive belt slips 1 Belt tension improperly adjusted 1 Adjust belt tension See Belt Replacement or fails to drive 1 Idler pulley spring broken or not 1 Repair or adjust as needed properly adjusted 2 Mower drive belt broken 2 Replace drive belt 20 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service caster arm See Figure 16 3 1 2 MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Mount Blade Caster Height Of Cut Position Spacers Spacers The mowing height is determined by three factors the C Fig 16 B Fig 16 A Fig 16 mount position of the mower deck the number of blade zy U T a 3 spacers above the spindle and the number of caster 5 U D 3 spacers above the caster arm 2 1 4 U 3 3 Refer to the Height Of Cut chart to the right for the cor 2 1 2 U 3 2 rect settings to obtain the desired height of cut 2 3 4 L 4 2 Remember the Blade Spacers and Caster Spacers 3 L 2 1 columns refer to the number ABOVE the spindle and 3 1 4 L 3 1 L 3 0 L 4 0 L 5 0 if Figure 16 Mowing Height Adjustment Points A Caster Spacers B B
53. re leaving the operator s position for any reason includ ng emptying the grass catchers or unclogging the chute e Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking objects or abnormal vibration occurs Make neces sary repairs before resuming operations e Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units e Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders away e Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks Stop blades if not mowing e Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck e Use care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision A WARNING Never operate on slopes greater than 20 36 4 percent which is a rise of 7 1 4 feet 220 cm vertically in 20 feet 607 cm horizontally Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope In addition to front and rear weights use extra caution when operating on slopes with rear mounted grass catcher Mow ACROSS the slope never up and down the face use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE Do Not e Do not start or stop on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope e Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible e Do not mow near drop offs d
54. s the most common problems their causes and remedies See the information on the following pages for instruc tions on how to perform most of these minor adjust ments and service repairs yourself If you prefer all of these procedures can be performed for you by your local authorized dealer Troubleshooting Adjustments amp Service AWARNING TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER CAUSE PROBLEM Engine will not turnover or start 1 Parking brake not engaged Always remove the ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten it away from the plug before beginning the maintenance to prevent accidental starting of the engine To avoid serious injury perform maintenance on the mower only when the engine is stopped and the parking brake engaged REMEDY 1 Engage parking brake 2 PTO electric clutch switch 2 Place in OFF position in ON position 3 Out of fuel 3 If engine is hot allow it to cool then refill the fuel tank 4 Engine flooded 4 Move throttle control out of CHOKE position 5 Fuse blown 5 Replace fuse 6 Battery terminals require 6 Clean the battery terminals cleaning 7 Battery discharged or dead 7 Recharge or replace 8 Wiring loose or broken 8 Visually check wiring amp replace broken or frayed wires Tighten loose connections 9 Solenoid or starter motor faulty 9 Repair or replace See authorized service dealer 10 Safety interlock switch 10 R
55. saxle damage Do not use another vehi cle to push or pull this unit Disengage the PTO engage the parking brake turn the ignition OFF and remove the key To disengage the transmissions free wheel position 4 Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch E lift the hydraulic release levers A Figure 3 located Figure 1 in front of the transmission fan screen Lock into 5 Begin mowing See Lawn Care section for tips on position shown in Figure 3 mowing patterns lawn care and trouble shooting information When finished shut off the PTO Stop the engine see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE Disengage the parking brake The mower can now be pushed by hand After moving the mower re engage the transmis sions drive position by unlocking the levers and returning them to the down position If the levers are not completely down a partial by pass may potential ly damage the transmissions Figure 3 A Hydraulic Release Lever right hand side shown Hydraulic System By Pass 12 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 used for human or animal habitation Here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit temporarily or in between us
56. sitive last Reconnect positive first and negative last Use care when checking blades Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use caution when servicing them Only replace blades Never straighten or weld them Keep hands and feet away from moving parts Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area away from spark and flames Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery Wear pro tective clothes and use insulated tools Grass catcher components are subject to wear dam age and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Use only factory authorized replacement parts when making repairs Always comply with factory specifications on all set tings and adjustments Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service and repair requirements Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you have been properly trained Improper service procedures can result in hazardous opera tion equipment damage and voiding of manufactur er s warranty Safety Decals GENERAL 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
57. stopped firmly depress the neutral return pedal to place the transmissions in neutral TO TURN MACHINE 2 To make a left hand turn Gently squeeze the left hand steering control lever A sharp or gentle turn is determined by the amount of force applied to the steering control lever To make a right hand turn Gently squeeze the right hand steering control lever A sharp or gentle turn is determined by the amount of force applied to the steering control lever NOTE ALWAYS REDUCE SPEED IN A TURN For normal use the throttle should be kept fully open and the ground speed of the machine determined by the speed control lever When transporting the machine or when loading or unloading from a truck or trailer partial throttle should be used to slow the reaction time of the controls and reduce noise Practice maneuvering the machine at a slow engine speed on level ground with the blade engagement switch in the OFF position until you are familiar with the con trols Operating the Dual Drive Walk Behind MOWING Before mowing set the cutting height as described in the Troubleshooting Adjustments amp Service section PUSHING THE MOWER BY HAND DO NOT TOW MACHINE 1 ee Engage the parking brake Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the motion control lever is in the NEUTRAL position Start the engine see STARTING THE ENGINE Set the throttle to FULL Towing the machine will cause hydraulic tran
58. t Parts amp Accessories COMMON REPLACEMENT PARTS Listed below are parts numbers for the more common replacement parts Use only genuine Ferris replace ment parts to assure optimum performance and safety 48 Deck Belt PTO to Spindle c cccscsceeseeseesees 21723 48 Deck Belt Spindle ccceeseeeeeeeeeeeees 20873 48 Deck Blades Set of 3 ccceeeeeeeeeeees 208438 52 Deck Belt PTO to Spindle 21420 52 Deck Belt Spindle ccccesseeeeeeeeeeeees 21297 52 Deck Belt DDSH Model cceeeeeeeeeeees 22435 52 Deck Blades Set of 3 ccccseeeeeeeeeeees 212278 61 Deck Belt PTO to Spindle ee 21510 61 Deck Belt Spindle cccceeeeeeeeeees 20824 61 Deck Belt DDSH Model cc eeeeeeeeees 22061 61 Deck Blades Set of 3 ceeeeeeee eee 208428 Transmission Drive Belt cccessseeeeees 22173 Caster Tire complete assembly 000 211818 Caster Tire Only cc ccecccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeaes 21181 1 Caster Tire TUDG ccccccccesseeeseeeeeeeeeaes 21181 2 Caster Hub w Bearings 0c0e 21181 3S Bearing for Caster tireS cccccssseeeeeseeeeeeeeeees 21182 Bearing Retainer for caster tires 21043 Bushing for caster ArMS cccsseeeeeseeeeeeeeeeens 21541 Transmission Oil Filter
59. ut a basin to catch rain water 3 Four or five days later the pile will reach temperatures of 140 160 degrees At this time you ll notice it settling a good sign your compost is working properly 4 After 5 6 weeks fork materials into a new pile turning the outside of the old heap into the center of the new one Add water if necessary The compost should be ready to use within three to four months when dark brown crumbly and earthy smelling Lawn Care amp Mowing Information Reduce the evaporation of water from your lawn Provide a cushioning layer to reduce lawn wear Moderate soil temperature Clippings act as a safe non polluting and inexpen sive fertilizer that nourishes your lawn Fresh cut grass blades are 85 water and are a rich source of nitrogen which is essential to lush growth And one garbage bag of clippings contains about 1 4 Ib of usable organic nitrogen TURN ROSE A e ead TANS X i a a av AN S eS A EY v N TE oe LC 5 Lawn Care amp Mowing Information SOLUTIONS FOR COMMON MOWING PROBLEMS Streaking Streaking is when thin strips of uncut grass are left behind the mower Streaking is usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance CAUSE Blades are not sharp Blades are worn down too far Engine speed is too slow Ground speed is too fast Deck is plugged with grass Not overlapping cutting rows enough Not overlapping enough when turning Stepped Cutting
60. utting height is set too low Ground speed is too fast Deck is not leveled correctly Tire pressure is low or uneven Stingers Stingers are sparse patches of uncut grass left behind the mower Stingers are usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance CAUSE Blades are not sharp or are nicked Blades are worn down too far Engine speed is too slow Ground speed is too fast Deck is plugged with grass LC 7 Lawn Care amp Mowing Information Uneven Cutting SOLUTION Level the deck correctly Sharpen or replace the blades Replace the blades Clean out the deck Repair or replace the deck Repair or replace the spindle Reinstall the blades correctly Scalping SOLUTION Roll or level the lawn Raise the cutting height Slow down Correctly level the deck Check and inflate the tires Stingers IIN i i JARAN y seid SOLUTION Sharpen your blades Replace your blades Always mow at full throttle Slow down Clean out the mower Common International Symbols e Choke f PTO Clutch eS Fast Throttle P Parking Brake Fuel 4p 1 Throttle M Technical Manuals Slow Throttle Additional Technical Literature Available Brake Mower Cutting Height Adjustment Headlights Operators Manuals a Additional copies of this manual are available and as part a OL of our product support commitment we maintain a stock of 2 5s 0 S printed operat
61. w ferrisindustries com Copyright 2002 Ferris Industries C All Rights Reserved Printed in USA SIR Ant N a Identification Tags Safety Rules amp Information BELA S E E E ET TET EE E PYOPAratiON ccccccceeseecseeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeaeeeeeeaneeeenees DON AION rianne risene E E NEEN Slope Operation ccccccccceecssssseeeeeeseseeeeeeeeseaaeees CIGI eea E Er S O E Maintenance and Storage cccccccssssseseeeeeeeseeees SCANS E E E E E A CE Compliance Specs ccecceccceesseseeeeeeeeeeeeeees Features amp Controls Control FUNCTIONS ccccceceeececesesseeeeeeeeeeseeaees Safety Interlock System cccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeees Operating the Dual Drive Walk Behind General Operating Safety ccccccceeeeeceeeeeeee ees Checks Before Starting ccccccccescsseeeeeeeeeeaeeees Starting the Engine ccccccceceecceeseeeeeeeeeeseeaeeees Stopping the MOWE cccccccsesecceeeeeeseeeeeeseeaeeees Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule ccccccesesseeeeeeeeeeaeeees Checking Tire PreSSUreS cccccesssseeeeeeeeeeaeeees Checking Adding Fuel ccccccceeseeseeeeeeeeeeaeeees PS WON obs ses aricticiertc tee EE tarctascueasence Oil amp Filter CHANGE ccccceeecccceeceeeeeceeeeseeeeeeeeees Check Change Air Filter cccccceceeceeeeeeeee ees Check Hydraulic Oil Level cccccsseeeeeeeeee
62. way from the neu tion with the engine stopped this drains the battery tral position the faster the drive wheel will turn See the Operating the Dual Drive Walk Behind Mower section for steering instructions D Parking Brake Handle The parking brake is applied by pushing DOWN on the parking brake handle until it stops To release the park ing brake pull UP on the handle until it locks over cen ter E PTO Power Take Off Switch The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower Pull UP on the switch to engage and push DOWN to disengage F Operator Presence Handles These handles are a major factor in the safety interlock system of the mower Both handles are tied together so depressing one handle depresses both The operator must depress the handles in order to disengage the parking brake and engage the PTO switch G amp H Throttle Choke Control Pulling the round choke control knob H out fully chokes the engine for cold starts A warm engine may not require choking Moving the throttle control G fully towards the right is FULL throttle position Always oper ate the unit at FULL throttle when mowing I Neutral Return Pedal The neutral return pedal provides a hands free return to neutral This is used in conjunction with the Reverse Speed Control Levers B to properly stop the machine See the Operating the Dual Drive Walk Behind Mower section for steering instructions J Fuel Shut Off Valve not sho
63. wn The fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel tank Turning the handle until it is VERTICAL will allow fuel to be supplied to the engine Turning the handle until it is HORIZONTAL shuts off the fuel supply to the engine Features amp Controls 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 Engine should NOT crank if e PTO switch is engaged OR e Parking brake is not engaged OR e Motion control handle is not in the NEUTRAL posi tion Test 2 Engine SHOULD crank if e PTO switch is NOT engaged AND e Parking brake is engaged AND e Motion control handle is in the NEUTRAL position Test 3 Engine should SHUT OFF if e Operator releases the operator presence handles with PTO engaged OR e Operator releases the operator presence handles with parking brake disengaged Test 4 Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within seven seconds after electric PTO switch is turned off or operator releases the operator presence handles If mower drive belt does not stop within seven seconds see your dealer NOTE Once the engine has stopped PTO switch must be turned off parking brake must be engaged and the motion control handle must
64. xplosive Ventilate the battery well during charging 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 which normally is 13 to 14 volts A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may not mean the battery needs to be replaced For exam ple it may mean that the alternator is not charging the battery properly If there is any doubt about the cause of the problem see your dealer If you need to replace the battery follow the steps under Cleaning the Battery amp Cables in the Regular Maintenance Section Charging a Completely Discharged Battery 1 Be aware of all the safety precautions you should observe during the charging operation If you are unfamiliar with the use of a battery charger and hydrometer have the battery serviced by your dealer 2 Add distilled water sufficient to cover the plate fill to the proper level near the end of the charge If the battery is extremely cold allow it to warm before adding water because the water level will rise as it warms Also an extremely cold battery will not accept a normal charge until it becomes warm 3 Always unplug or turn the charger off before attach ing or removing the clamp connections 4 Carefully attach the clamps to the battery in proper polarity usually red to

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