Ferris 5901465 User Manual (English)

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Matthew OliverAug 22, 2025
Why does my Ferris Lawn Mower engine start hard or run poorly?
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  Juan Robinson IIAug 22, 2025
  If your Ferris Lawn Mower engine starts hard or runs poorly, it could be due to a fuel mixture that is too rich. Try cleaning the air filter. If you have a carbureted model, check the choke adjustment. For fuel-injected models, it is recommended to consult an authorized service dealer. Another possibility is a faulty, fouled, or incorrectly gapped spark plug, which should be cleaned, gapped, or replaced, consulting the engine manual for guidance.
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Daniel KellyAug 25, 2025
What to do if my Ferris 5901465 Lawn Mower engine stalls easily when the mower deck is engaged?
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  bobbyjohnsonAug 25, 2025
  If your Ferris Lawn Mower engine stalls easily when the mower deck is engaged, consider the following: * Ensure the engine speed is set to full throttle. * Decrease the ground speed. * If the cutting height is set too low, especially in tall grass, raise it to the maximum for the first pass, then lower it to the desired height for the second pass. * Make sure the discharge chute isn't jamming with cut grass. Cut grass with the discharge pointing towards the previously cut area.
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Ryan FernandezAug 26, 2025
Why is my Ferris 5901465 Lawn Mower leaving an uneven cut?
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  aliciasullivanAug 27, 2025
  An uneven cut from your Ferris Lawn Mower can be caused by several factors: * The deck may not be leveled correctly: Level the deck correctly. * Blades may be dull or worn: Sharpen or replace the blades. * Blades may be damaged: Replace the blades. * The deck may be clogged with grass clippings: Clean out the deck. * The deck shell may be damaged: Repair or replace the deck. * The mower spindle may be bent or loose: Repair or replace the spindle. * Blades may be installed incorrectly: Reinstall the blades correctly. * Tires may not be properly inflated: Check and inflate the tires.
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Andrew FlowersAug 27, 2025
Why is my Ferris 5901465 Lawn Mower causing streaking?
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  smithdaleAug 27, 2025
  Streaking while mowing with your Ferris Lawn Mower can occur due to several reasons: * Blades are not sharp: Sharpen your blades. * Blades are worn down too far: Replace your blades. * Engine speed is too slow: Always mow at full throttle. * Ground speed is too fast: Slow down. * Deck is plugged with grass: Clean out the mower. * Not overlapping cutting rows enough: Overlap your cutting rows. * Not overlapping enough when turning: Overlap more when turning your effective cutting height.
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Brittany CarrollAug 29, 2025
Why is the exhaust from my Ferris 5901465 engine black?
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  thompsonkristinAug 29, 2025
  Black exhaust from your Ferris Lawn Mower engine can be caused by a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter, consulting the engine manual for guidance. For carbureted models, it could also mean the engine choke control is in the closed position; open the choke control.
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Derek NortonAug 31, 2025
How to prevent scalping with my Ferris Lawn Mower?
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  Joseph MartinAug 31, 2025
  To prevent scalping with your Ferris Lawn Mower, consider the following: * If your lawn is uneven or bumpy, roll or level the lawn. * If the mower deck cutting height is set too low, raise the cutting height. * If your ground speed is too fast, slow down. * If the deck is not leveled correctly, correctly level the deck. * If the tire pressure is low or uneven, check and inflate the tires.
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ajacksonSep 2, 2025
Why is my Ferris Lawn Mower leaving stringers?
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  Charles RamosSep 2, 2025
  Your Ferris Lawn Mower may be leaving stringers because the blades are not sharp or nicked (sharpen your blades), the blades are worn down too far (replace your blades), the engine speed is too slow (always mow at full throttle), the ground speed is too fast (slow down), or the deck is plugged with grass (clean out the mower).
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Anthony SaundersSep 3, 2025
Why is there excessive vibration in my Ferris 5901465 deck?
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  Denise OlsonSep 3, 2025
  Excessive vibration in your Ferris Lawn Mower deck can be caused by: loose blade mounting bolts (tighten to 120 ft. lbs. (163 N.m.)), bent mower blades, arbors, or pulleys (check and replace as necessary), out-of-balance mower blades (remove, sharpen, and balance blades), or an incorrectly installed belt (reinstall the belt correctly).
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Shawn FernandezSep 5, 2025
Why is my Ferris Lawn Mower engine knocking?
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  Theresa FrySep 5, 2025
  If your Ferris Lawn Mower engine is knocking, it could be due to a low oil level. Check the oil level and add oil as needed. It could also be due to using the wrong grade of oil. Refer to the engine manual for the correct oil grade.
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Brian MartinSep 6, 2025
What to do if my Ferris Lawn Mower engine runs, but the mower won't drive?
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  Leslie YorkSep 6, 2025
  If the engine runs but the mower won't drive, check if the transmission release lever(s) are in the "disengaged" position. If so, move them to the "engaged" position. If the transmission drive belt is broken, see "Transmission Drive Belt Replacement". If the transmission drive belt is slipping, refer to the relevant section. If the brake is not fully released, consult an authorized service dealer.