Ferris CCW/48, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...r 5900638 CCWKAV25CE 25HP Walk Behind Mower Mower Deck Model Number Description 5900636 CCW 48 48 Cut Mower Deck 5900644 CCW 52 52 Cut Mower Deck 5900645 CCW 61 61 Cut Mower Deck 5900646 CCW 48CE 48 Cut Mower Deck 5900647 CCW 52CE 52 Cut Mower Deck Combo Models Model Number Description 5900677 CCWKAV1948 5900678 CCWKAV1952 5900679 CCWKAV2552 5900680 CCWKAV2561 5900688 CCWKAV1948CE 5900689 CCWKAV25...

Page 2: ... from this product contains chemicals known in certain quantities to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm 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 manu...

Page 3: ...heck Hydraulic Oil Level 24 Check Change Air FIlter 24 Lubrication 25 Battery Maintenance 26 Servicing the Mower Blades 27 Troubleshooting Adjustments Service Troubleshooting the Mower 28 Troubleshooting the Mower Deck 29 Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems 30 Mowing Height Adjustment 31 Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment 32 Deck Leveling Adjustment 33 Mower Belt Replacement 34 Transmission Drive...

Page 4: ...one with the equipment you have chosen ask a professional contact your local authorized dealer Read the Manual The operator s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURING operation Safe operating techniques an explanation of the product s features and controls and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out...

Page 5: ...r Be sure to clean up the area to be mowed and remove objects that could be thrown by the blade BEFORE you start mowing Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge guard deflector in place Also do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running If someone does enter the area shut the unit off immediately until they leave Moving Parts This equipment has many moving...

Page 6: ...s are extremely flammable Do not smoke while operating or refueling Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool for at least 3 minutes prior to adding fuel Do not add fuel indoors in an enclosed trailer garage or other enclosed area that is not well ventilated Gasoline spills should be cleaned up promptly and before operation begins Gasoline should be stored only in sealed ...

Page 7: ...owing 22 Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck TRAINING 1 Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting If the operator s or mechanic s can not read English it is the owner s responsibility to explain this material to them 2 Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment operator controls and safety signs 3 All ...

Page 8: ... Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing or traction could cause sliding 5 Do not try to stabilize the unit by putting your foot on the ground ride on units 6 Do not mow excessively steep slopes 7 Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes TOWED EQUIPMENT RIDE ON UNITS 1 Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point 2 Follow the ...

Page 9: ...ait for all movement to stop before adjusting cleaning or repairing 9 Clean grass and debris from cutting units drives mufflers and engine to prevent fires Clean up oil or fuel spillage 10 Let engine cool before storing and do not store near flame 11 Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting 12 Park machine on level ground Never allow untrained pe...

Page 10: ... E Power Head Identification Tag Identification Numbers CE Models Place copy of Identification Tag here Fig 1 Location of Identification Tags Mower Deck Identification Tag Mfg No xxxxxxx S N xxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 20xx kg kW xxxx xxx x xx max XXX BRIGGS STRATTON CORP YARD POWER PRODUCTS GROUP MUNNSVILLE NY 13409 USA A B C D E F I J H G CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS A Manufacturer s Ident...

Page 11: ... your unit All DANGER WARNING CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully read and obeyed Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed The information is for your safety and it is important The safety decals below are on your rider and mower If any of these decals are lost or damaged replace them at once See your local dealer for rep...

Page 12: ...Engine should SHUT OFF if Operator releases the operator presence handles with PTO engaged OR Operator releases the operator presence handles with parking brake disengaged Test 4 Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within seven seconds after electric PTO switch is turned off or operator releases the operator presence handles If mower drive belt does n...

Page 13: ...om belts and pulleys Danger Machine Rollover Do not operate on any slopes when wet or slippery Do not operate near drop offs or near water Danger Dismemberment This machine can crush and cut Keep hands away from deck lift rod CE Safety Icons Safety Icons The alert symbol is used to identity safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury A signal word DANGER WARNING or CAUTION ...

Page 14: ...The forward lever control the forward ground speed of both drive wheels The left reverse lever controls the steering and reverse ground speed of the left drive wheel and the right reverse lever controls the steering and reverse ground speed of the right drive wheel NOTE The further a lever is moved away from the neutral position the faster the drive wheel will turn See the Operation section for st...

Page 15: ... Stops the engine and shuts off the electrical system RUN Allows the engine to run and powers the electrical system START Cranks the engine for starting NOTE Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with the engine stopped this drains the battery Parking Brake Handle The parking brake is released by pushing DOWN on the parking brake handle until it stops To engage the parking brake pull...

Page 16: ...ith fresh fuel Refer to engine manual for fuel recommendations Check the hydraulic oil tank C and make sure that the oil level is up to the FULL COLD mark WARNING Before leaving the operator s position for any reason engage the parking brake disengage the PTO stop the engine and remove the key To reduce fire hazard keep the engine tractor and mower free of grass leaves and excess grease Do not sto...

Page 17: ...down fully Reduce to half throttle speed and allow to warm up Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute before engaging the PTO switch or driving the mower 5 After warming the engine ALWAYS operate the unit at FULL THROTTLE when mowing In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP Use this method only in emergency situations For n...

Page 18: ...the machine at a slow engine speed on level ground with the blade engagement switch in the OFF position until you are familiar with the controls TO MOVE FORWARD AND SET FORWARD SPEED See Figure 3 1 Disengage the parking brake 2 Gently move the forward speed control lever A Figure 3 forward until desired speed is achieved TO MOVE BACKWARD See Figure 4 1 Disengage the parking brake 2 Gently squeeze ...

Page 19: ...WARD SPEED The forward override levers were designed to provide increased traction and controllability for operation on slopes and side hills To increase the forward speed to the left hand wheel See Figure 7 Gently depress the left hand forward speed override lever A Figure 7 to temporarily increase the speed to the left hand wheel To increase the forward speed to the right hand wheel See Figure 8...

Page 20: ...s too short causes weak thin grass plants which are easily damaged by dry periods and pests Cutting too short is often more damaging than allowing the grass to be slightly higher Letting grass grow a bit longer especially when it is hot and dry reduces heat build up preserves needed moisture and protects the grass from heat damage and other problems However allowing grass to grow too high can caus...

Page 21: ... ground speed will improve the cutting efficiency of the blades and prevents many common cutting problems Use an appropriate ground speed for the thickness and height of the grass you are cutting 3rd gear or slower for manual gear models If you hear the engine slowing down you are mowing too fast use a slower ground speed MOWING METHODS Proper Broadcast Mowing Broadcasting or side discharging disp...

Page 22: ...ELLENT MOWING CONDITIONS Mulching mowers cannot function properly if the grass is wet or if the grass is simply to high to cut Even more than normal mowing mulching requires that the grass be dry and the the appropriate amount is cut Do not use the mower as a mulching mower during the first two or three mowings in the spring The long grass blades quick growth and often wetter conditions are more s...

Page 23: ... put in a cool dry place and fully charged about once a month If battery is left in unit disconnect the negative cable WARNING Never store the unit with gasoline in engine or fuel tank in a heated shelter or in enclosed poorly ventilated enclosures Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light such as a furnace water heater clothes dryer etc and cause an explosion Handle gasoline car...

Page 24: ...ean Deck Check Replace Mower Blades Lubricate Rider Mower Clean Battery Cables Check Tire Pressure Check Hydraulic Oil Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter ENGINE MAINTENANCE Before Each Use Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 250 Hours Spring Fall Check Engine Oil Level Check Clean Cooling Fins Intake Service Air Filter See Check Change Air Filter Change Oil Filter Check Replace Spark P...

Page 25: ...ecked periodically and maintained at the levels shown in the chart Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the Max Inflation stamped on the side wall of the tires The pressures shown provide proper traction improve cut quality and extend tire life Regular Maintenance CHECKING ADDING FUEL To add fuel 1 Remove the fuel cap see A Figure 11 2 Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck T...

Page 26: ...e hose during normal operation 5 Place an absorbent shop cloth under the engine oil filter Remove the engine oil filter and replace with a new one 6 Add engine oil Refer to the engine operator s manual for oil filling instructions 7 Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled oil CHANGE AIR FILTER Refer to engine owners manual Primary Element Replace the primary element every 250 hrs Secondary E...

Page 27: ...ittings when present Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed Not all greases are compatible Ferris Red Grease p n 5022285 is recommended automotive type high temperature lithium grease may be used when this is not available Oil control handle pivots deck lift pivots discharge chute hinge Generally all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact...

Page 28: ... cables positive cable first A 4 Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum jelly or non conducting grease WARNING Be careful when handling the battery Avoid spilling electrolyte Keep flames and sparks away from the battery When removing or installing battery cables disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST If not done in this order the positive terminal can be shorte...

Page 29: ...ed with a drop of oil A balanced blade will remain level 7 Reinstall each blade with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 19 The blade spacers blade washer and bolt must be reinstalled in the exact same order in which they were removed Torque bolts to 70 90 ft lbs 94 120 N m LOOSEN TIGHTEN Nail Figure 17 Removing the Blade Figure 18 Balancing the Blade Figure 19 Installing the Blade...

Page 30: ...ded 4 Move throttle control out of CHOKE position 5 Fuse blown 5 Replace fuse 6 Battery terminals require 6 Clean the battery terminals cleaning 7 Battery discharged or dead 7 Recharge or replace 8 Wiring loose or broken 8 Visually check wiring replace broken or frayed wires Tighten loose connections 9 Solenoid or starter motor faulty 9 Repair or replace See authorized service dealer 10 Safety int...

Page 31: ...d too slow 1 Set to full throttle mower engaged 2 Ground speed too fast 2 Decrease Ground Speed 3 Cutting height set too low 3 Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during first pass 4 Discharge chute jamming 4 Cut grass with discharge pointing toward with cut grass previously cut area Excessive mower vibration 1 Blade mounting screws 1 Tighten to 70 90 ft lbs 94 120 N m are loose 2 Mower blade...

Page 32: ... is not leveled correctly 1 Level the deck correctly 2 Tires are not properly inflated 2 Check and inflate the tires 3 Blades are damaged 3 Replace the blades 4 Deck shell is damaged 4 Repair or replace the deck 5 Mower spindle is bent or loose 5 Repair or replace the spindle 6 Blades are installed incorrectly 6 Reinstall the blades correctly Uneven Cutting 1 Deck is not leveled correctly 1 Level ...

Page 33: ...justment can be changed by turning the cutting height adjustment handle To Raise the Mower Deck Turn the cutting height adjustment handle A Figure 20 clockwise To Lower the Mower Deck Turn the cutting height adjustment handle counter clockwise Figure 20 Mowing Height Adjustment A Cutting Height Adjustment Handle A ...

Page 34: ... If the measurements are NOT equal greater than 1 8 3 17 mm difference adjustment is required continue with Step 5 5 Block up the mower deck until all hanger chains are slack 6 Refer to Figure 20 To adjust the lift rods the 1 2 20 steel clevises A Figure 23 will need to be adjusted Loosen the 1 2 20 jam nut B that tightens against the clevis Remove the cotter pin C and the clevis pin D that are co...

Page 35: ...ly position the left hand mower blade so that the tip of the blade is pointing towards the front and back of the mower Measure from the front tip of the blade on the cutting edge to the ground Record this distance Measure from the back tip of the blade on the cutting edge to the ground Record this distance Repeat this process for the right hand mower blade The front measurement should be 3 and the...

Page 36: ...he pulley grooves 7 Install the drive belt on the PTO pulley the spindle pulleys and all idler pulleys except the stationary pulley Rehook the idler tension spring from the anchor bolt Carefully rotate the breaker bar COUNTER CLOCKWISE and install the belt on the stationary idler pulley Carefully release the tension on the breaker bar The belt should be routed exactly as shown in Figure 28 8 Reins...

Page 37: ...transmission cooling fans and on the transmission input pulleys G around the idler pulleys F I and on the crankshaft pulley 9 Reinstall the belt tension spring D onto the anchor bolt and reinstall the nylon nut E 10 Plug the PTO clutch into the wire harness 11 Reinstall the clutch anchor pad and hardware B A Tighten securely 12 Reinstall the deck drive belt See MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMEN...

Page 38: ...forward and backwards rotations began 8 Adjust the throttle control to FULL highest setting Cycle the speed control lever and neutral return pedal several times to insure and accurate adjustment has been made Tracking Adjustment Before making a tracking adjustment be sure to check the following Drive tires are inflated to 15 psi 103 kPa All controls are free from damage and operate freely Machine ...

Page 39: ...om transmissions replace with new filters P N 5021068X1 placing a light film on the seal of the filter before installing Hand tighten filter only 4 Fill oil reservoirs 3 4 full with SAE straight 20 or 30 weight motor oil To Bleed Air From Transmissions 1 Locate the machine in a secure area away from bystanders and preferably facing a wall Raise the drive tires off the ground and secure with jack s...

Page 40: ...rom the battery the gasses coming from it are highly explosive Ventilate the battery well during charging 6 Charge the battery until fully charged until the specific gravity of the electrolyte is 1 250 or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60 F The best method of making certain a battery is fully charged but not over charged is to measure the specific gravity of a cell once per hou...

Page 41: ...re when jump starting Never expose battery to open flame or electric spark battery action generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Do not allow battery acid to contact skin eyes fabrics or painted surfaces Batteries contain a sulfuric acid solution which can cause serious personal injury or property damage When removing or installing battery cables disconnect the negative cable FIRS...

Page 42: ...03 bar Front Wheels Tire Size 9 x 3 5 6 TRANSMISSION Eaton 771 101 771 102 Type Unitized Drive Transaxles Hydraulic Fluid Mobil DTE26 Hydraulic Oil OR SAE 20W 20 Motor Oil OR SAE 30 Motor Oil Speeds Forward 0 6 MPH 0 9 65 km h 3400 rpm Reverse 0 2 MPH 0 3 22 km h Continuous Torque 162 ft lbs 219 N m Output Maximum Weight 900 lbs 408 Kg on Axle DIMENSIONS Overall Length 48 Model 74 5 189 cm 52 Mode...

Page 43: ...tree a power line pole a fence post or any vertical structure 3 Compare the angle of the fold with the angle of the hill SLOPE INDENTIFICATION GUIDE ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE TREE POLE FENCE POST BUILDING ETC COMPARE THE ANGLE OF THE FOLD TO THE ANGLE OF THE SLOPE 2 3 T H I S I S A 1 0 D E G R E E S L O P E FOLD ALONG APPROPRIATE DOTTED LINE 1 41 ...

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Page 47: ...orized Ferris dealer Any damage or deterioration due to normal use wear and tear or environmental or natural elements or exposure Cost of regular maintenance service or parts such as but not limited to filters fuel lubricants tune up parts and adjustments Claims arising due to failure to follow Ferris written instructions or improper storage or maintenance Any repairs necessary due to use of parts...

Page 48: ...V Oil Capacity 4 0 pt 1 9L w Filter CHASSIS Fuel Tanks Capacity 5 Gallons 18 9 L Rear Wheels Tire Size 17 x 7 50 12 Inflation Pressure 15 psi 1 03 bar Front Wheels Tire Size 9 x 3 5 6 BELTS AND BLADES TRACTOR Pump Drive Belt 5022173 48 MOWER DECK PTO Drive Belt 5100814 Mower Blade 5020843S 48 EXPORT SIDE DISCHARGE MOWER DECK PTO Drive Belt 5100814 Mower Blade 5023270S 52 MOWER DECK PTO Drive Belt ...