Ferris 400S Series Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instructions

Not for
Reproduction
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3. Position the seat so that it's back two mounting bolts are
1/2" (1,27 cm) from the back end of the rear slots and
then fully tighten the four retaining nuts.
4. Lower the seat down into position and use the seat's
adjustment lever to position the seat fully in it's rear
position. If the seat contacts the machine's engine, loosen
the four retaining nuts and move the seat forward until it
clears the engine. Re-tighten the retaining nuts.
5. Connect the wire harness (D) to the seat switch (E) that is
located in the bottom of the seat.
Check the Engine Oil Level
This model has different engine options. Use Figure 7 to
determine if your model is equipped with a Briggs & Stratton
Commercial Turf Series engine (A, Figure 7) or a Kawasaki
FR engine (B).
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1. Use the dipstick (C) to check the engine oil level. If
necessary add engine oil through the engine oil fill (D).
Check the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for the
oil recommendations.
Check / Fill Transmission Oil Level
This unit is equipped with two transmission oil tanks. One
transmission oil tank only supplies oil to one transmission.
The level of oil in both transmission tanks must be checked,
and if necessary, filled.
Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil.
1. Location the transmission oil tanks (A, Figure 8).

Ferris 400S Series Specifications

General

Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Deck Construction	Fabricated
Caster Tires	13 x 6.5 - 6
Cutting Height	1.5 in
Deck Material	Steel
Drive Tires	20x10-8
Wheel Size	13 x 6.5 - 6