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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
IS5000Z Series
Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Tractor: Mower Deck:
Model Model
IS5000Z/C31D 5000/72
IS5000Z/C31DCE 5000/72R
IS5000ZC31D61CE 5000/61R
IS5000Z/D34
22902
Ferris Industries
Revision 06
5375 North Main Street
Rev. Date: 4/2004
Munnsville, NY 13409
TP 100-7060-06-5Z-F
800-933-6175
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Table of Contents Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service .......30 Safety Rules & Information ................................2 Troubleshooting the Rider.....................................30 Identification Numbers .......................................7 Troubleshooting the Mower...................................31 Features & Controls............................................8 Seat Adjustment....................................................32 Control Functions............................
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Safety Rules & 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. The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for TRAINING accidents or injuries occurring to t
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Safety Rules & Information Operation - Con’t. SLOPE OPERATION Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and when not mowing. tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or Never operate with guards not securely in place. Be death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not drive and functioning properly. on it. N
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Safety Rules & Information CHILDREN EMISSIONS Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals the presence of children. Children are often attracted to known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that chil- defects, or other reproductive harm. dren will remain where you last saw them. Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Keep children out of the mowing are
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Safety Rules & Information WARNING WARNING Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may STORED ENERGY DEVICE: Improper release of have sufficient force to penetrate skin and cause springs can result in serious personal injury. serious injury. Spring should be removed by an authorized dealer only. If foreign fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result. WARNING Keep body and hands away from pin
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Features & Controls of the Zero Turn Rider Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of the following. This will A enable you to understand the safety and B A operating instructions provided in this manual. C D E F H G Figure 1. CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of the individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mow- ing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn wha
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Features & Controls B. Glow Plug Indicator (Diesel) C B Indicates that the glow plugs are heating. Holding the ignition key in the “HEAT” position until indicator starts to glow, then turn the key to start. C. PTO (Power Take Off) Switch The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull UP on the switch to engage the mower, and push DOWN to disengage the mower. A Diesel Model D. Throttle Control D Moving the throttle control fully forward is FULL throttle C F position. Always operate the uni
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Features & Controls SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices. These safety systems are present for your well being, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly. Operational SAFETY Checks Your unit is equipped with a seat switch safety system. Check the seat switch operation every fall and spring with the following tests. Figure 3. Seat Switch Safety System Test 1 — En
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Operating the Zero Turn Rider GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY WARNING Before first time operation: Never allow passengers to ride on the unit. Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this Before leaving the operators position for any tractor and mower. reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the Become familiar with all of the controls and how to PTO, stop the engine and remove the key. stop the unit. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engi
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Operating the Zero Turn Rider PRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEM B A Diesel Model Only Priming the fuel system fills the fuel filters and removes any air bubbles from the fuel system. This must be per- formed before the first use, after any fuel filter mainte- nance or if the fuel system is run dry. WARNING Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire. To help prevent possible injury, turn the ignition switch off when changing fuel filter or water separator element. Cl
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Operating the Zero Turn Rider 3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to WARNING START. 4. After the engine starts, gradually open the choke If you do not understand how a specific control (push knob down fully). functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now. Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute before engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider. Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without 5. After warming the engine, AL
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Operating the Zero Turn Rider MOWING 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the motion control handles are locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is on the seat. 2. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE). 3. Set the mower cutting height. 4. Set the throttle to FULL. 5. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch (C, Figure 2). 6. Begin mowing. See the Lawn Care Section for tips on mowing patterns, lawn care, and trouble shooting information. 7. When
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Operating the Zero Turn Rider Smooth Travel ZERO TURN The lever controls of the DRIVING PRACTICE Zero Turn rider are The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive, RESPONSIVE . and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of the The BEST method of rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take handling the ground some practice. speed control levers is in Spending some time going through the maneuvers three steps — as shown shown and becoming familiar with how the un
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Operating the Zero Turn Rider STORAGE (Diesel model) WARNING Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Never store the unit, with diesel fuel in engine or Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some fuel, so fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel poorly ventilated enclosures. Diesel fumes may vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (such as toxic if inhaled, so never
