Ferris Industries IS5000 User Manual

05Features & Controlsof the Zero Turn RiderA. Ground Speed Control Levers These levers control the ground speed of the rider. Theleft lever contro

900A. Ignition Switch (Diesel)The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it hasfour positions:HEAT Heats the glow plugs.OFF Stops the engine and

1000Features & ControlsSAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMThis unit is equipped with safety interlock switches andother safety devices. These safety systems a

1100Notes

01Operatingthe Zero Turn RiderGENERAL OPERATING SAFETYBefore first time operation:• Be sure to read all information in the Safety andOperation section

1301Operating the Zero Turn RiderPRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEMDiesel Model OnlyPriming the fuel system fills the fuel filters and removesany air bubbles fro

01STARTING THE ENGINE(Diesel Model)1. While sitting in the operators seat, engage the park-ing brake and make sure the PTO switch is disen-gaged and t

Operating the Zero Turn Rider1505Figure 6. Hydraulic Release Valve LocationA. Hydraulic Release Valve (Right-hand side shown)AMOWING1. Engage the park

1600Operating the Zero Turn RiderZERO TURNDRIVING PRACTICEThe lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive,and learning to gain a smooth and e

1700ADVANCED DRIVINGExecuting an End-Of-Row ZeroTurnYour Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turnin place allows you to turn around at the endof a cut

NOTE: Diesel fuel, if permitted to stand unused for extend-ed periods (30 days or more), may develop gummydeposits which can adversely affect the fuel

NOTE: Gasoline, if permitted to stand unused for extendedperiods (30 days or more), may develop gummy depositswhich can adversely affect the engine ca

2005RegularMaintenance

DIESEL MODELCHECKING / ADDING FUELTo add fuel:1. Remove the fuel cap.2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the fill tube. This willleave room in the tank

2201Regular MaintenanceGAS MODELCHECKING / ADDING FUELTo add fuel:1. Remove the fuel cap (see A, Figure 2).2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the fille

2301Regular MaintenanceOIL & FILTER CHANGERefer to Figure 16 for oil filter, dipstick and filler necklocations.To drain the oil:1. Place a drain p

2405Regular MaintenanceFigure 19. Radiator & Oil CoolerA. Radiator Pressure CapB. Radiator ScreenC. Screen Keeper Handle (LH side hidden)D. Hydrau

2505Regular MaintenanceCHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL(Gas Model)The engine coolant level and quality should be checkedbefore each use, when the engine is

2603Regular MaintenanceLUBRICATIONLubricate the unit at the locations shown in FIgure 23through 29 as well as the following lubrication points.Grease:

2703Regular MaintenanceFigure 29. Rear Suspension Lubrication(Both upper & lower a-arms)Figure 28. Front Caster & WheelFigure 27. Gearbox Driv

1WARNINGEngine exhaust from this product containschemicals known, in certain quantities, to causecancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.Tab

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2905LOOSENACBTIGHTENFigure 31. Removing the BladeFigure 32. Balancing The BladeFigure 33. Installing The BladeA. 4x4 Wood Block C. Blade BoltB. Flat W

3000TroubleshootingAdjustments & ServiceTROUBLESHOOTINGWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged

3100Rider Troubleshooting Continued.PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDYEngine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic dump valve(s) 1. Turn dump valve(s) clockwise to clo

3200SEAT ADJUSTMENTSee Figure 34. The seat can be adjusted fore and aft.Move the lever forward, position the seat as desired, andrelease the lever to

3300Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceNEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTIf the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed controllevers are locked in NEUTRAL, the

3401Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServicePARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the frontwheels, remove the ignition

3500Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceFRONT SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTThe shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the amountof pre-load applied to th

3600Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceMOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTSee Deck Leveling Adjustment to ensure that the actualcutting height is consisten

3700Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service5. See Figure 46. Measure the distance between therear lift pivots and the suspension-mounted lift pivots

201TP 600-7124-01-UV-FDOPERATION• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.• Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light,keeping away from h

3805Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceBELT REMOVAL & REPLACEMENTMower Drive Belt Removal & Replacement1. Park the tractor on a smooth,

3905Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceClutch Belt Removal1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as aconcrete floor. Disengage the

4000Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServicePump Drive Belt Removal1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as aconcrete floor. Disengage

4100Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceTopFrontFigure 54. Gearbox Oil LevelA. Fill PlugB. Drain PlugABGEARBOX MAINTENANCECheck Gearbox Oil Level

4200Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceBATTERY SERVICEChecking Battery VoltageA voltmeter can be used to determine condition of bat-tery. When e

4300To StarterSwitchStartingVehicleBatteryTo GroundTo Starter SwitchDischargedVehicle BatteryEngineBlockTHIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLESMAKE

4401Common Replacement PartsCOMMON REPLACEMENT PARTSListed below are parts numbers for the more commonreplacement parts. Use only genuine Ferris repla

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

301TP 600-7124-01-UV-FDSafety Rules & InformationOperation - Con’t.• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the bladeswhen not mowing.• Never operat

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

LC-9Notes

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00TP 600-7124-01-UV-FDSafety Rules & InformationCHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert tothe presence of children. Childr

500TP 600-7124-01-UV-FDSafety Rules & InformationWARNINGSTORED ENERGY DEVICE: Improper release ofsprings can result in serious personal injury.Spr

606Decal - WarningPart No. 20337SAFETY DECALSThis unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would ex

067Safety Icons / Identification NumbersIdentification NumbersENGINE REFERENCE DATAUnit Model NumberPRODUCT REFERENCE DATAUnit SERIAL NumberDealer