Ferris Industries BGF48KAV15 User Manual

23230Revision 02Rev. Date: 8/2004TP 100-7131-02-UB-FFerris Industries5375 North Main StreetMunnsville, NY 13409800-933-6175UltraBelt GD SeriesBelt-Dri

8Features & ControlsA. Ground Speed Selector LeverThis unit is equipped with a 6-speed gearbox. This levercontrol the ground speed of the mower.Fr

9Features & ControlsE. Engine Ignition SwitchRotate the key switch to the ON position before pullingon the starter rope.F. Throttle ControlThe thr

10OperationWARNINGIf you do not understand how a specific controlfunctions, or have not yet thoroughly read theFEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so

11OperationDRIVING THE MOWER• Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and theground speed selector lever is in neutral. Make sureclutch lock levers are

12OperationSTORAGETemporary Storage (30 Days Or Less)Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, sonever store the unit indoors or in an

13RegularMaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURESThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will n

14CHECKING / ADDING FUELTo add fuel:• Remove the fuel cap.• Fill the tank.Do not overfill. Leave approximately 1” of room inthe tank, below the bottom

15Regular MaintenanceLUBRICATIONLubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 4through 6 as well as the following lubrication points.Grease:• f

16SERVICING THE MOWER BLADESBlades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. Ifnot, sharpen blades as described in following steps.1. Remove the de

17TroubleshootingAdjustments & ServiceTROUBLESHOOTINGWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged or

18TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER DECKPROBLEM CAUSE REMEDYMower drive belt slips 1. Clutch is out of adjustment. 1. See PTO CLutch Adjustment Section.or fai

19Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service2"(5,1cm)ADJUST HERESTEERING LEVER ADJUSTMENTThere should be approximately 2” (5,1cm) of clearancein b

20Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service1/4"(0,6cm)ADJUST HEREBRAKE ADJUSTMENTWhen the levers are fully engaged (squeezed), thereshould be 1/4

21Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServicePTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENTCheck the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 50 hourbreak-in period and then afte

22Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServicePTO DRIVE BELTAdjust Belt Tension1. Remove the deck guard.2. Turn the adjustment nut (A) until a 10lbs. (13

23Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceGEARBOX DRIVE BELTAdjust Belt Tension1. First check the belt tension. A 10lbs. (13,5Nm) forceis required to

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Lawn Care& Mowing InformationTYPES OF GRASS, CLIMATE ANDCONDITIONSA variety of grasses are commonly grown in householdlawns, but two main groups k

LC-2Lawn Care & Mowing InformationHOW HIGH TOMOW THE GRASSOften cutting height is amatter of personal prefer-ence. Typically, you shouldmow the gr

LC-3Lawn Care & Mowing InformationWhere possible, make one or two passes around theoutside of the area discharging the grass INTO the lawnto keep

1Safety Rules & Information ...2Identification Numbers ...7Features & Control

LC-4Lawn Care & Mowing InformationMOWING METHODSProper Broadcast MowingBroadcasting, or side-discharging, disperses fine clip-pings evenly over th

LC-5Lawn Care & Mowing InformationTIPS On Dealing With ClippingsClippings are beneficial to your lawn. A common mis-conception about clippings is

LC-6Lawn Care & Mowing InformationStepped CuttingStepped cutting is sharp ridges or uneven levels left inthe lawn surface. Stepped cutting is usu

LC-7Lawn Care & Mowing InformationStingersStingers are sparse patches of uncut grass left behindthe mower. Stingers are usually caused by operato

LC-8Common International SymbolsTechnical ManualsAdditional Technical Literature AvailableOperators ManualsAdditional copies of this manual are availa

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

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2TP 600-7124-03-UV-FOPERATION1. Never run an engine in an enclosed area.2. Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light,keeping away from ho

Safety Rules & Information23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,trees or other objects that may obscure vision.24. To reduce fire ha

Safety Rules & InformationSERVICE AND MAINTENANCETo avoid personal injury or property damage, useextreme care in handling gasoline.Gasoline isextr

5Identification NumbersIdentification NumbersENGINE REFERENCE DATAUnit Model NumberPRODUCT REFERENCE DATAUnit SERIAL NumberDealer NameDate Purchas

016Decal - DangerPart No. 1704276Decal - DangerPart No. 1704277Decal - Dash PanelPart No. 48963Decal - WarningPart No. 20337GENERALThis unit has been

017SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMThis unit is equipped with safety interlock switches andother safety devices. These safety systems are presentfor your safet