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FERRIS OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
HydroWalk Series
Dual Drive Walk-Behind Mowers
Powerheads 48” Mower Decks
Model Number: Description: Model Number: Description:
DDSKAV15 Dual Drive w/ 15HP Kawasaki DDS48 48” Mower Deck
DDSKAV15CE Dual Drive w/ 15HP Kawasaki (Export) DDS48R 48” Rear Discharge Mower Deck (Export)
DDSKAV17 Dual Drive w/ 17HP Kawasaki
52” Mower Decks
DDSKAV17CE Dual Drive w/ 17HP Kawasaki (Export)
DDSKAV23 Dual Drive w/ 23HP Kawasaki
Model Number: Description:
DDSKAV23CE Dual Drive w/ 23HP
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FERRIS LIMITED WARRANTY IMPORTANT This warranty shall apply ONLY if the warranty registration form has been completed and returned to Ferris Industries, Inc. within 20 days from the date of delivery. Ferris Industries, Inc. (Ferris) warrants, in accordance with the provisions below, to the original purchaser for the period of twenty-four (24) months from the date of delivery of a Ferris mower that the mower is free from defects in material or workmanship. Ferris’ obli- gation under this warranty
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Table of Contents Identification Tags ...............................................2 Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service Troubleshooting the Mower...................................19 Safety Rules & Information Troubleshooting the Mower Deck..........................20 Training....................................................................3 Mowing Height Adjustment ...................................21 Preparation..............................................................3 Deck Leve
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Identification Tags IDENTIFICATION TAG LOCATIONS When contacting your Authorized Dealer for replacement parts, service, or information YOU MUST HAVE THESE NUMBERS. North American Models Powerhead FERRIS FERRIS F FERRIS INDUSTRIES, INC. ERRIS INDUSTRIES, INC. Identification M MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409 UNNSVILLE, NY 13409 M MADE IN THE USA ADE IN THE USA Tag MODEL NO. MODEL NO. SERIAL NO. SERIAL NO. DDSxxxx XXXXX Mower Deck Identification CE Models Tag XXXXX DDSxxxx XXXXX MODEL NO. MODEL NO. SERIA
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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. TRAINING Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the The owner/user can prevent and
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Safety Rules & Information OPERATION Never run an engine in an enclosed area. Never operate with guards not securely in place. Be Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light, sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. and functioning properly. Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is Never operate with the discharge deflector raised, engaged before starting engine. Only start engine removed or altered, unless
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Safety Rules & Information CHILDREN EMISSIONS Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth the presence of children. Children are often attracted to defects, or other reproductive harm. the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that chil- Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and dren will remain where you last saw them. Air Index information on the engine e
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Safety Decals GENERAL The safety decals below are on your unit. This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment at once. See your local dealer for replacements. manufacturing. These labels are easily applied and will act as a con- Although reading this manual and the safety instructions stant visual reminder to you, and others
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CE Compliance Specs 7
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Features & Controls of the Dual Drive Walk-Behind Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with E G H F D the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. B F A. Forward Speed Control Lever B. Reverse Speed Control Levers C. Ignition Switch D. Parking Brake Handle A E. PTO Switch F. Operator Presence Handles G. Throttle Control H. Choke Control C I. Neutral Return Pedal B Figure 1. Control Lo
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Features & Controls D. Parking Brake Handle SAFETY INTERLOCK The parking brake is applied by pushing DOWN on the parking brake handle until it stops. To release the park- SYSTEM ing brake, pull UP on the handle until it locks over cen- ter. This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not E. PTO (Power Take Off) Switch attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. with safety devi
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Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY CHECKS BEFORE STARTING Before first time operation: Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions Be sure to read all information in the Safety and and oil recommendations. Operation sections before attempting to operate this Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in tractor and mower. place and tight. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to Fil
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Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind DRIVING THE MOWER WARNING The hydrostatic transmission has an infinite number of If you do not understand how a specific control speeds between full speed forward and reverse, with the functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the faster speeds being achieved by moving the speed con- FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now. trol lever and steering control levers farthest in the direc- Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without tion of travel. first becomin
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Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind MOWING PUSHING THE MOWER BY HAND Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in DO NOT TOW MACHINE the Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service section. Towing the machine will cause hydraulic transaxle damage. Do not use another vehi- 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO cle to push or pull this unit. switch is disengaged and the motion control lever is in the NEUTRAL position. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn 2. Start the
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Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind STORAGE WARNING Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes may so never store the unit indoors or in any other area reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (such as where fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.)
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Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. See Before Before Every Every Every Spring SAFETY ITEMS Page First Use Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours & Fall Check Safety Interlock System 9 X X X Check Mower Blade Stopping Time 23 X X See Before Before Every Every Every Spring NORMAL CARE ITEMS Page First Use Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours & Fall Check Ri
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Regular Maintenance CHECKING / ADDING FUEL WARNING To add fuel: Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the 1. Remove the fuel cap (see A, Figure 2). engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not 2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. allow for fuel expansion. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills. NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for Do not remove fuel f
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Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION Lubricate the machine at the lubrication points shown in Figures 6 - 11. Use grease fittings 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 22285) is strongly recommended. Automotive-type high-temperature, lithium grease may be used when this is not available. Figure 8. Blade Spindles Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is mad
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Regular Maintenance BATTERY MAINTENANCE Checking the Battery Fluid NOTE: It is not necessary to check the battery fluid A level if machine is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. 1. Remove the battery box cover to access the battery. 2. Remove the battery filler cap(s) (A, Figure 12). Fluid must be even with the split ring full mark. If not, add distilled water. 3. Reinstall the filler cap(s). Cleaning the Battery and Cables B 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first
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Regular Maintenance SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 2. Remove the deck guard. 3. Raise the mower deck and secure with jackstands. 4. To remove blade for sharpening, use two (2) 15/16” wrenches to remove the nut from the top of the blade bolt. (Figure 13). 5. Use a file or hand-held grinder, sharpen blade to fine edge. Remove all nicks and dents in blade edge. If LOOSEN blade is severely dama
