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Ferris Hydrowalk Series DDSKAV15CE User Manual

Ferris Hydrowalk Series DDSKAV15CE
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22880
Rev. 01/2002
TP 100-7056-00-WD-F
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Ferris Industries
5375 North Main Street
Munnsville, NY 13409
800-933-6175
HydroWalk Series
Dual Drive Walk-Behind Mowers
Powerheads
Model Number: Description:
DDSKAV15 Dual Drive w/ 15HP Kawasaki
DDSKAV15CE Dual Drive w/ 15HP Kawasaki (Export)
DDSKAV17 Dual Drive w/ 17HP Kawasaki
DDSKAV17CE Dual Drive w/ 17HP Kawasaki (Export)
DDSKAV23 Dual Drive w/ 23HP Kawasaki
DDSKAV23CE Dual Drive w/ 23HP Kawasaki (Export)
FERRIS
48” Mower Decks
Model Number: Description:
DDS48 48” Mower Deck
DDS48R 48” Rear Discharge Mower Deck (Export)
61” Mower Decks
Model Number: Description:
DDS61 61” Mower Deck
DDSH61 61” E-Z Adjust Mower Deck
52” Mower Decks
Model Number: Description:
DDS52 52” Mower Deck
DDS52R 52” Rear Discharge Mower Deck (Export)
DDSH52 52” E-Z Adjust Mower Deck

Table of Contents

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Ferris Hydrowalk Series DDSKAV15CE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFerris
ModelHydrowalk Series DDSKAV15CE
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Identification Tags

IDENTIFICATION TAG LOCATIONS

Location of identification tags on the mower for service and parts.

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Recording model, serial, and engine numbers for reference.

Safety Rules & Information

TRAINING

Operator training requirements and responsibilities for safe operation.

PREPARATION

Steps to take before operating, including checks and gear.

OPERATION

Guidelines for safe operation of the mower.

SLOPE OPERATION

Safety precautions and techniques for operating on slopes.

CHILDREN

Safety measures concerning children around the mower.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Procedures for maintaining and storing the mower safely.

EMISSIONS

Information regarding engine exhaust emissions and warnings.

Safety Decals

GENERAL

Overview of safety decals and their importance for operation.

CE Compliance Specs

Features & Controls of the Dual Drive Walk-Behind

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Description of individual control functions and their operation.

FORWARD SPEED CONTROL LEVER / REVERSE SPEED CONTROL LEVERS

How to use speed control levers for driving.

IGNITION SWITCH

How to use the ignition switch to start and stop the engine.

PARKING BRAKE HANDLE

How to engage and disengage the parking brake.

PTO (POWER TAKE OFF) SWITCH

How to engage and disengage the mower blades.

OPERATOR PRESENCE HANDLES

Function of operator presence handles in safety interlock.

THROTTLE / CHOKE CONTROL

Adjusting engine speed and choke for starting and operation.

NEUTRAL RETURN PEDAL

How to use the neutral return pedal to stop the machine.

FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE

Operation of the fuel shut off valve for safety and storage.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Explanation of safety interlock features and checks.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS

Performing safety checks before operating the mower.

Operating the Dual Drive Walk-Behind

GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY

General safety guidelines before operating the mower.

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

Essential checks to perform before starting the mower.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step procedure for starting the mower engine.

STOPPING THE MOWER

Procedure for safely stopping the mower.

DRIVING THE MOWER

Instructions for maneuvering and driving the mower.

MOWING

Steps for preparing and starting the mowing process.

PUSHING THE MOWER BY HAND

How to disengage the drive system to push the mower.

STORAGE

TEMPORARY STORAGE (30 DAYS OR LESS)

Guidelines for short-term storage of the mower.

LONG TERM STORAGE (LONGER THAN 30 DAYS)

Procedures for preparing the mower for long-term storage.

STARTING AFTER LONG TERM STORAGE

Steps to restart the mower after extended storage.

Regular Maintenance

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES

Schedule for routine maintenance tasks and procedures.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURES

How to check and maintain proper tire pressure.

CHECKING / ADDING FUEL

Procedures for checking and adding fuel to the mower.

FUEL FILTER

Instructions for checking and replacing the fuel filter.

OIL & FILTER CHANGE

Reference to engine manual for oil and filter changes.

CHECK / CHANGE AIR FILTER

Reference to engine manual for air filter service.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Reference to engine manual for spark plug replacement.

CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL

How to check and add hydraulic oil.

LUBRICATION

Lubrication points and procedures for the mower.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Procedures for checking and cleaning the battery.

SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES

How to service, sharpen, balance, and install mower blades.

Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service

TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER

Common mower problems, their causes, and remedies.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER DECK

Common mower deck issues, causes, and solutions.

MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the mower deck cutting height.

DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for leveling the mower deck.

SHIMMING THE HANGER SHAFTS

How to shim hanger shafts for deck adjustment.

MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT

How to replace and adjust mower belts.

TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Procedure for replacing the transmission drive belt.

TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL & TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS

Adjusting transmission neutral and tracking for proper operation.

TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

Maintenance requirements for hydrostatic transmissions.

CHANGING OIL & FILTERS

Procedure for changing transmission oil and filters.

TO BLEED AIR FROM TRANSMISSIONS

How to bleed air from the transmission system.

PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the PTO clutch for proper engagement.

BLADE BRAKE CHECK

Checking the mower blade stopping time.

BATTERY SERVICE

Procedures for battery voltage check and charging.

CHECKING BATTERY VOLTAGE

How to check the battery's voltage.

CHARGING A COMPLETELY DISCHARGED BATTERY

Steps for charging a dead battery safely.

JUMP STARTING WITH AUXILIARY (BOOSTER) BATTERY

Procedure for jump starting the mower with another battery.

Common Replacement Parts & Accessories

COMMON REPLACEMENT PARTS

List of common replacement parts and their numbers.

ACCESSORIES

List of available accessories for the mower.

Lawn Care & Mowing Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

Overview of proper lawn care and mowing practices.

TYPES OF GRASS, CLIMATE AND CONDITIONS

Understanding grass types, climate, and conditions for lawn care.

HOW AND WHEN TO WATER, FERTILIZE & AERATE

Guidelines for watering, fertilizing, and aerating lawns.

HOW TO WATER YOUR LAWN

Proper techniques for watering the lawn effectively.

HOW TO FERTILIZE YOUR LAWN

Best practices for fertilizing the lawn for healthy growth.

AERATING YOUR LAWN

Benefits and methods of aerating the lawn.

HOW HIGH TO MOW THE GRASS

Determining the optimal mowing height for different grass types.

TALL GRASS REQUIRES INCREMENTAL CUTTING

Method for cutting excessively tall grass.

WHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO MOW

Guidelines on the best time and frequency for mowing.

WHAT MOWING PATTERNS TO USE

Recommended mowing patterns for a quality cut.

MOWING METHODS

Different methods of mowing, including broadcast and mulching.

PROPER BROADCAST MOWING

Techniques for effective side-discharge mowing.

ENGINE SPEED & GROUND SPEED FOR BROADCASTING

Matching engine and ground speed for broadcasting.

HOW MUCH GRASS TO CUT OFF WHEN BROADCASTING

Guidance on how much grass to cut in one pass.

PROPER MULCHING

Techniques for effective mulching of grass clippings.

MULCHING REQUIRES EXCELLENT MOWING CONDITIONS

Conditions necessary for successful mulching.

HOW MUCH GRASS TO MULCH

Optimal grass height for mulching.

TIPS ON DEALING WITH CLIPPINGS

Benefits of grass clippings for lawn health.

COMPOSTING

How to create a compost pile from lawn clippings.

HOW TO START A HEALTHY COMPOST PILE

Step-by-step guide to building a compost pile.

SOLUTIONS FOR COMMON MOWING PROBLEMS

Troubleshooting common issues encountered during mowing.

STREAKING

Causes and solutions for streaking in the lawn.

STEPPED CUTTING

Causes and solutions for stepped cutting in the lawn.

UNEVEN CUTTING

Causes and solutions for uneven lawn cutting.

SCALPING

Causes and solutions for scalping the lawn.

STINGERS

Causes and solutions for stingers (uncut grass patches).

Common International Symbols

Technical Manuals

OPERATORS MANUALS

Information on obtaining additional operator manuals.

PARTS MANUALS

Information on obtaining illustrated parts manuals.

Notes