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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
EVOLUTION Series
Compact Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Model Number: Description
5900778 EVKAV1936, 19HP Kawasaki, 36” Mower Deck
5900779 EVKAV2748, 27HP Kawasaki, 48” Mower Deck
5900854 EVKAV1936 CAL, 19HP Kawasaki, 36” Mower Deck
5900834 EVKAV2048, 20HP Kawasaki, 48” Mower Deck
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.
5375 North Main Street
5101835
Munnsville, NY 13409
Rev F
800-933-6175
Not for
Reproduction
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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Ferris product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Ferris brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Ferris product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with this machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and intended to be used and maintained according to the manua
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Table of Contents Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service ...... 48 Operator Safety .................................................. 2 Troubleshooting the Rider ....................................48 Safety Decals ..........................................................8 Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................49 Safety Interlock System ..........................................9 Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems ........50 Safety Icons ..............................
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Operator Safety Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are respon
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Operator Safety Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees). Always mow across slopes, not up and down (to maintain traction on the wheels) and avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes. Reduce speed and use ext
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Operator Safety Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Retaining walls and drop-offs around steps and water are a common hazard. Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance around these hazards and hand-trim with a walk behind mower or string trimmer. Wheels dropping over retaining walls, edges, ditches, embankments, or into water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death, or drowning. Enclosed Areas Only operate this unit outdoors and away from unventilated
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Operator Safety Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control 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. 3. Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake TRAINING is engaged before starting engi
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Operator Safety Do Not WARNING 1. Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If tires lose traction (i.e. machine stops forward It is a violation of California Public Resource motion on a slope), disengage the blade(s) (PTO) Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the and drive slow off the slope. engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered 2. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust turn slowly and gradually uphill, if possible. N
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Operator Safety 11. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use 12. Park machine on level ground. Never allow extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is untrained personnel to service machine. extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. 13. Use jack stands to support components when required. Safe Handling of Gasoline 14. Carefully release pressure fr
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Operator Safety All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and Safety Decals instructional messages on your rider and mower This unit has been designed and manufactured to should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily provide you with the safety and reliability you would injury can result when these instructions are not expect from an industry leader in outdoor power followed. The information is for your safety and it is equipment manufacturing. important! The safety decals below are on you
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Operator Safety Safety Icons The alert symbol is used to identify safety Safety Interlock System information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of the injury. This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. In addition, a hazard icon may be used to represent These safety systems are present for your safety, the type of hazard. An explana
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SAMPLE SAMPLE Features and Controls Features and Controls Identification Numbers USA Models Identification When contacting your authorized dealer for Tag replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your part number, serial number and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the locations shown. NOTE: For location of engine identification numbers, refer to the engine owner’s manual. 10 www.ferrisindustries
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Features & Controls 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. Throttle Control Deck Transport Adjustment The throttle controls engine speed. Move the Handle, Cutting Height Adjustment Handle throttle forward to increase
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Features & Controls Ground Speed Control Levers Ignition Switch These levers control the ground speed of the rider. The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has The left lever controls the left rear drive wheel and the three positions: right lever controls the right rear drive wheel. OFF Stops the engine and shuts off the Moving a lever forward increases the FORWARD electrical system. speed of the associated wheel, and pulling back on a RUN Allows the engine to run and pow
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Operation Checks Before Starting Operation � Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on General Operating Safety dipstick (B, Figure 1). See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations. Before first time operation: � Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in � Be sure to read all information in the Safety and place and tight. Operation sections before attempting to operate � Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. Refer to engine this tractor and mower
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Operation Pushing the Rider by Hand WARNING If you do not understand how a specific control DO NOT TOW RIDER functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the Towing the unit will cause hydraulic pump FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now. and wheel motor damage. Do not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit. Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, function of ALL controls. turn the
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Operation Smooth Travel Zero Turn Driving Practice The lever controls of The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are the Zero Turn rider are responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and responsive. efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take some practice. The BEST method of handling the ground Spending some time going through the maneuvers speed control levers shown and becoming familiar with how the unit is in three steps — as accelerates,
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Operation Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one return back toward neutral. Repeat several times. ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously. Repeat NOTE: To prevent pivoting directly on the tire tread, several times. it is best to keep both wheels going at least slightly forward. NOTE: Changing the amount each lever
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Operation Mowing 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the ground speed control levers are in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is on the seat. 2. Set the mower cutting height. 3. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE). 4. Set the throttle to FULL. 5. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch. 6. Begin mowing. 7. When finished, shut off the PTO. 8. Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE). Figure 9. Proper Cutting Height Mo
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Operation When and How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: 1. Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high. 2. 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 Where possible, make one or two passes around the which harm
