Ferris IS1500Z User Manual

OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
NHSystem Number: Description:
5600001 IS500Z, & IS1500Z, 44” Mower Deck - 2 Bag System
5600002 IS1500Z & S150X, 48” Mower Deck - 2 Bag System
5600003 IS1500Z & S150X, 48” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600004 IS1500Z & S150X, 52” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628762 & Below)
5600005 IS3000ZL, 61” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600006 IS3000Z & IS3000ZX, 61” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S\N 3631 & Above)
5600007 IS1000Z, 52” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S\N 2531 & Above)
5600008 IS1000Z, 61” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S\N 2899 & Above)
5600009 IS4500Z, 61” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600057 IS2000Z & S200X, 61” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600060 IS3100Z, 61” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600061 IS2000Z, 52” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628762 & Below)
5600083 IS3100ZBS, 61” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System
5600148 IS1500Z & S150X, 52” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628763 & Above)
5600150 IS2000Z, 52” Mower Deck - 3 Bag System (S/N: 2012628763 & Above)
FAST-Vac
Grass Collection Systems
with Setup Instructions
IMPORTANT NOTE:
These FAST-Vac Systems fit 2005
and newer Model Year product
equipped with the rubber
discharge chute.
5100063
Revision K
Rev. Date: 10/2007
TP 100-7219-K-AT-UV

Ferris IS1500Z Specifications

General

Brand	Ferris
Model	IS1500Z
Category	Lawn Mower Accessories
Language	English

Summary

Safety Rules and Information

General Warnings

General safety warnings and precautions for operating the equipment.

Safety Decals

General Operating Instructions

Before Operation

Steps to prepare the lawn and equipment before starting mowing operations.

Mowing with Double or Triple Catcher

Guidelines for mowing using grass collection systems with double or triple catchers.

After Operation

Procedures for cleaning and inspecting the grass catcher after use.

Storing the Grass Catcher

Instructions for cleaning and properly storing the grass catcher unit.

Mowing Without the Blower

Procedure for operating the mower when the blower assembly is removed.

Suspension Adjustment

Rear Suspension Adjustment

Detailed steps for adjusting the rear suspension mounting position.

Ball Joint Replacement

Blower Assembly

Mower Deck Preparation

Remove the Discharge Chute

Instructions for removing the discharge chute and associated components.

Remove the Spindle Belt

Procedure for removing the mower PTO drive belt from the spindle pulley.

Remove the Spindle Pulley

Steps to remove the existing spindle pulley from the mower deck.

Install the Double Spindle Pulley

Instructions for installing the double spindle pulley onto the mower deck.

Reinstall the Spindle Belt

Steps to reinstall the mower PTO drive belt after component replacement.

Install the Deck Guard

Procedure for installing the deck guard onto the mower deck.

Blower Installation

Collector Installation

Install Collector Mount Plate (1000Z & IS1000Z Series)

Mounting the collector plate onto the rear bumper for 1000Z and IS1000Z models.

Install Collector Mount Plate (IS500Z, IS1500Z, IS2000Z, & IS4500Z Series)

Mounting the collector plate onto the rear bumper for IS500Z, IS1500Z, IS2000Z, IS4500Z models.

Install Collector Mount Plate (IS3100Z Series, 4-Tube Rear Bumper)

Mounting the collector plate onto the IS3100Z's 4-tube rear bumper.

Install Collector Mount Plate (IS3100Z Series, 5-Tube Rear Bumper)

Mounting the collector plate onto the IS3100Z's 5-tube rear bumper.

Install Collector Mount Plate (IS3000Z Series)

Mounting the collector plate onto the rear bumper for IS3000Z models.

Install Collector Mount Plate (S150X & S200X Series)

Mounting the collector plate onto the rear bumper for S150X and S200X models.

Assemble Collector Hood

Instructions for assembling the collector hood, including inlet tube and mount posts.

Install Collector Bags

Procedure for installing the collector bags onto the frame rails and locking the hood.

Install Hose

Steps for installing and securing the hose between the blower and collector.

Weight Mount Installation

Install Weight Carrier (1000Z Series)

Installing the weight carrier and counter weights on the 1000Z Series unit.

Install Weight Carriers (IS1000Z Series)

Installing left and right weight carriers and counter weights on IS1000Z Series.

Install Weight Mount Rack (IS3000Z & IS3100Z Series)

Installing the weight mount rack, counter weights, and retainer rod for IS3000Z/IS3100Z.

Install Weight Carrier (IS500Z & IS1500Z Series)

Installing the weight carrier and counter weights on IS500Z and IS1500Z Series units.

Install Weight Carrier (IS2000Z Series)

Installing the weight carrier and counter weights on IS2000Z Series units.

Install Weight Carrier (IS4500Z Series)

Installing the weight carrier and counter weights on IS4500Z Series units.