Briggs-stratton 5900640 User Manual

5100900Revision 00Rev. Date: 1/2007TP 100-7320-00-50-FBriggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group5375 North Main StreetMunnsville, NY 13409800-933

8www.ferrisindustries.comSafetyOperator SafetySERVICE AND MAINTENANCETo avoid personal injury or property damage, useextreme care in handling gasoline

9SafetyOperator Safety27. Models equipped with an engine radiator:WARNING: Stored energy device. To preventserious bodily injury from hot coolant or s

10www.ferrisindustries.comSafetyINSPECT BUCKLE& LATCHINSPECT WEBBINGOperator SafetyWARNINGFailure to properly inspect and maintain theseat belt ca

SafetyOperator SafetyIDENTIFICATION NUMBERSSSAAMMPPLLEEWhen contacting your authorized dealer forreplacement parts, service, or information youMUST ha

12www.ferrisindustries.comSafetySAFETY DECALSThis unit has been designed and manufactured toprovide you with the safety and reliability you wouldexpec

13SafetyOperator Safety SAFETY INTERLOCKSYSTEMThis unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.These safety systems are present for your safety, d

14www.ferrisindustries.comControlsCONTROL FUNCTIONSThe information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, dr

Fuel Tank CapTo remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.Fuel Level GaugeDisplays the fuel level in the tank.Features & Controls15ControlsParking Bra

16www.ferrisindustries.comOperationGENERAL OPERATING SAFETYBefore first time operation:• Be sure to read all information in the Safety andOperation se

WARNINGIf you do not understand how a specific controlfunctions, or have not yet thoroughly read theFEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.Do NOT

WARNINGEngine exhaust from this product containschemicals known, in certain quantities, to causecancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.Than

OperationZERO TURNDRIVING PRACTICEThe lever controls of the Zero Turn rider areresponsive, and learning to gain a smooth andefficient control of the r

ADVANCED DRIVINGExecuting an End-Of-Row ZeroTurnYour Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turnin place allows you to turn around at theend of a cutting

20www.ferrisindustries.comOperationMOWING1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTOswitch is disengaged, the motion control levers arelocked in th

21OperationWhen and How Often to MowThe time of day and condition of the grass greatlyaffect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the bestresults,

Figure 12. Trailer Weight RecommendationsA. Clevis PinB. ClipATTACHING A TRAILERThe maximum weight of a towed trailer should be lessthan 200 lbs (91kg

23MaintenanceSTORAGETemporary Storage (30 Days Or Less)Remember, the fuel tank will still contain somegasoline, so never store the unit indoors or in

24www.ferrisindustries.comMaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will n

25MaintenanceTire PressureFront 40 psi (2,76 bar)Rear 15 psi (1,03 bar)Figure 13. Checking Tire PressureCHECK TIRE PRESSURESTire pressure should be ch

26www.ferrisindustries.comMaintenanceRegular MaintenanceLUBRICATIONLubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures15 through 18 as well as the fo

27MaintenanceRegular MaintenanceFigure 20. Battery CompartmentA. Positive (+) Cable & TerminalB. Negative (-) Cable & TerminalC. Reservoir Mou

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28www.ferrisindustries.comMaintenanceRegular MaintenanceFigure 22. Balancing The BladeFigure 23. Installing The BladeA. Blade BoltB. Flat WasherNailSE

29TroubleshootingTROUBLESHOOTING CHARTWhile normal care and regular maintenance willextend the life of your equipment, prolonged orconstant use may ev

30www.ferrisindustries.comTroubleshootingRider Troubleshooting Continued.PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDYEngine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valve(s)

31TroubleshootingTROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMSPROBLEM CAUSE REMEDYStreaking. 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades.2. Blades are w

32www.ferrisindustries.comTroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceSEAT ADJUSTMENTSee Figure 24. The seat can be adjusted forward andba

33TroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceFigure 27. Parking Brake AdjustmentA. Brake SpringB. Adjustment NutPARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT1

34www.ferrisindustries.comTroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceREAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTThe shock assembly can be adjusted to allo

35TroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceFigure 29. Neutral Return Spring AdjustmentA. Rear Set CollarB. Neutral Return RodC. Neutral

36www.ferrisindustries.comTroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceMOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTThe cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure

37TroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceDECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengagethe PTO, stop the

2www.ferrisindustries.comSafetyOperator SafetyOperating SafetyCongratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawnand garden equipment. Our

38www.ferrisindustries.comTroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceHYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE BELTREPLACEMENT1. Park the tractor on a smooth,

39TroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceFigure 38. Mower PTO Belt RoutingA. Spindle PulleyB. PTO Drive BeltC. Spring-loaded Idler Pu

40www.ferrisindustries.comTroubleshootingTroubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceBATTERY SERVICEChecking Battery VoltageA voltmeter can be used to de

41TroubleshootingTo StarterSwitchStartingVehicleBatteryTo GroundTo Starter SwitchDischargedVehicle BatteryEngineBlockTHIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND

42www.ferrisindustries.comSpecificationsENGINE:24 HP Briggs & StrattonMake Briggs & StrattonModel 44M7770113E1Horsepower 24 @ 3500 rpmDisplace

Thank you for purchasing Ferris commercial mowing equipment. Please take a few minutes to read this limited warranty information. It contains allthe i

Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group5375 North Main StreetMunnsville, NY 13409800-933-6175www.ferrisindustries.comIS500Z SeriesZero-Turn Ri

3SafetyOperator SafetySlope OperationOperation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slopethat is too steep where you do not have adequate w

4www.ferrisindustries.comSafetyRoll Bar UseKeep the roll bar in position and fasten the seat belt.Do not jump off if the mower tips (it is safer to be

5SafetyOperator SafetyEnclosed AreasOnly operate this unit outdoors andaway from unventilated areas such asinside garages or enclosed trailers. Theeng

6www.ferrisindustries.comSafety2. Mow only in the daylight or with good artificiallight, keeping away from holes and hiddenhazards.3. Be sure all driv

7SafetyOperator Safety23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,trees or other objects that may obscure vision.24. To reduce fire hazard, ke