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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Comfort Control DD Series
Walk-Behind Mowers
Combo Models:
Tractor:
Model Number: Description
Model Number: Description
5900677 CCWKAV1948
5900633 CCWKAV19,
5900678 CCWKAV1952
5900635 CCWKAV25,
5900679 CCWKAV2552
5900637 CCWKAV19CE,
5900680 CCWKAV2561
5900638 CCWKAV25CE,
5900688 CCWKAV1948CE
5900972 CCWKAV26,
5900689 CCWKAV2552CE
5900727 CCWKAV1948SDCE
Mower Deck:
5900973 CCWKAV2652
Model Number: Description
5900974 CCWKAV2661
5900636
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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 manual
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Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information ............................... 2 Identification Tags ............................................. 8 Safety Decals ...................................................... 9 Safety Interlock System .................................. 10 Safety Icons ...................................................... 11 Features & Controls ......................................... 12 Control Functions (S/N: 2013964104 & Below) ....12 Control Functions (S/N: 201396410
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Safety Rules & Information 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
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Safety Rules & Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured if you use this unit on too steep of a slope. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate footing and unit traction (and control) can cause you to lose control and possibly slip and fall or roll the unit over. Always mow across slopes, not up and down (you could slip and fall.) Also, note that the surface you are on can greatly impact your ability to safely operate this machine. Wet gra
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Safety Rules & Information Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine and remove the key before doing any cleaning, refueling or servicing. Gasoline and its vapors 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 spi
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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 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. 2. Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial TRAINING light, keeping away fro
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Safety Rules & Information 23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, 6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and trees or other objects that may obscure vision. gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, or direction. leaves & excess oil. Do not stop or park over dry 7. See your authorized dealer for recommendations leaves, grass or combustible materials. of available weights to improve stability. Do Not 1. Avoid starting
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Safety Rules & Information mufflers, and engine to prevent fires. Clean up oil SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE or fuel spillage. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use 10. Let engine cool before storing and do not store extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is near flame. extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. 11. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Safe Handling of Gasoline 12. Park machine on level ground
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SAMPLE SAMPLE SAMPLE SAMPLE Identification Numbers Identification Numbers Power Head Identification Tag North American Models PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION XXXX min XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Mower Deck kW XXX MODEL XXXXXXX kg XXX Identification Tag SERIAL CE Models XXXXXXXX NO Fig. 1 Location of Identification Tags. XXX 0 123456 789012 20xx Briggs & Stratton Power Product Group, LLC XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Assembled in U.S.A XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service,
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Safety Decals SAFETY DECALS ALL MODELS Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, 1 understand and follow all the safety decals. WARNING If any safety decals become worn or damaged, and cannot be read, order replacement decals from your NORTH AMERICAN MODELS local dealer. 2 3 6, 7 1 4 2 3 8 4, 9, 10 5 6 5, 9, 10 CE MODELS (EXPORT) 7 9 8 10 This decal is installed on the battery for CE
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Safety Interlock System / Safety Icons Safety Icons SAFETY INTERLOCK The alert symbol is used to identity safety information about hazards that can result in personal SYSTEM injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. the likelihood and the potential severity of the injury. These safety systems are present for your safety, In addition, a hazard icon may be used to represent do not
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CE Safety Icons Danger: Dismemberment. NORTH AMERICAN SAFETY ICONS This machine can amputate limbs. Hazard Safety Hazard Safety Keep bystanders and children Icon Icon away when engine is running. Amputation Danger: Dismemberment. Alert Foot in This mower deck can amputate Blade limbs. Keep hands and feet away from blades. Thrown Toxic Objects Danger: Dismemberment. Fumes This machine can crush and cut. Maintain Keep hands away from belts and Read the pulleys. a safe Manual dista
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Features & Controls S/N: 2013964104 & Below Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. 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 sequenc
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Features & Controls Ignition Switch Neutral Return Pedal The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has The neutral return pedal provides a hands-free three positions: return to neutral. This is used in conjunction with the Reverse Speed Control Levers (B) to properly stop OFF Stops the engine and shuts off the the machine. electrical system. See the Operation section for steering instructions. RUN Allows the engine to run and powers the electrical system. Fue
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Features & Controls S/N: 2013964105 - 2014550197 Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. 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 se
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Features & Controls S/N: 2014550198 & Above 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 UP on the handle until it locks over center. Engine Kill/Operator Presence Handles These handles are a major factor in the safety interlock system of the mower. The handles are not tied together, but the safety switches are, so depressing one handle will operate the safety interlock system. The o
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Operation GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY CHECKS BEFORE STARTING Before first time operation: � Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick (B, Figure 2). See the engine Operator’s � Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Manual for instructions and oil recommendations. Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower. � Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place and tight. � Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the
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Operation WARNING If you do not understand how a specific control functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now. Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL controls. STOPPING THE MOWER STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Gently squeeze both steering control levers evenly 1. Engage the parking brake and make sure the PTO to stop the machine. switch is disengaged and the motion control lever is in
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Operation DRIVING THE MOWER NOTE: Before attempting to drive the mower make sure you have read the Features and Controls section and understand the location and function of the controls. The hydrostatic transmission has an infinite number of speeds between full speed forward and reverse, with the faster speeds being achieved by moving the forward speed control lever and reverse steering A control levers farthest in the direction of travel. For normal use, the throttle should be kept ful
