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Ferris Comfort Control™DD Mower

admin — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:32:05 +0000

The ComfortControl™ DD series is built super-tough, with a low, wide stance that results in unparalleled traction and stability. The new “Comfort Control” design gives this mower the smoothest, most userfriendly operation in the industry. The Cruise Control Bar with independent steering override allows the operator a multitude of handling options. These mowers are also equipped with electronic sensor-grip operator presence system which senses your hands on the handlebars. This anti fatigue safety system requires no additional pressure to operate the mower. Available in various cutting widths, you’ll be sure to find the one that fits you best.
Specifications
ENGINE
Make Kawasaki V-Twin
Horsepower 25-hp, 19-hp, 15-hp
PTO Electric
Cylinders 2, V-Twin
Starting Electric
Fuel Capacity (gal.) 5
MOWER-
Cutting Width (in.) 36, 48, 52, 61
Cutting Height (in.) 1.75 – 4.75; 1.5 – 4.5 (36″)
Deck Construction 10-gauge, fabricated, double top deck, double reinforced side skirts, overlap welded corners
Spindles Aluminum Greaseable
DRIVE TRAIN
Transmission Eaton 771 Two infinitely variable hydro transaxles; dual Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 hydraulic transmission (36″)
Drive Axles 1″ Tapered
Drive Tires (in.) 18 x 6.5 (36″)
18 x 7.5 (48″)
18 x 8.5 (52″, 61″)
Caster Tires (in.) 9 x 3.5 Flat-free, 9 x 3.5 Air (36″)
GROUND SPEED
Speeds-fwd. (mph) 0 – 6
Speeds-rev. (mph) 0 – 2
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 7′ 3”, 6’1″ (36″)
Overall Width 4’0″ (3’1″) (36″)
4’9″ (4’4″) (48″)
5’1″ (4’8″) (52″)
6’0″ (5’7″) (61″)
Dry Weight (lbs.)
555 (36″)
648 (48″)
680 (52″)
720 (61″)
OPERATOR CONTROL & COMFORT SYSTEMS
Control / Safety Group Cruise Control Bar with independent forward control levers. Sensor grip operator presence and foot activated neutral.
Parking Brake / Safety Circuit Internal Transaxles
ACCESSORIES
• Mulch Kits
WARRANTY
Engine 2-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
Transmission 2-Year Warranty
Balance of Machine 2-Year commercial use, front-to-rear, parts & labor excluding belts, blades, tires and brake pads.

Ferris® Industries
5375 N Main Street
Munnsville, NY 13409
Toll Free (US & Canada) 800-933-6175
Tel: (315) 495-0100
Fax: (315) 495-0109

Business Hours (Mon –Fri) 8:00AM – 5:00PM EST
www.ferrisindustries.com

IT ALL STARTED WITH SULKIES

admin — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 15:52:24 +0000

Bill Wright and Jim Velke introduced their first sulky in 1989, and named it “Velke” after Jim. Both men had been mechanics and innovators. Wright started out in the lawn maintenance business in Gaithersburg, Md., in 1981. Two years later, he designed and built a grass catcher for walk-behind mowers, which he called the Grass Gobbler. Velke joined his firm a couple years later and, today, the two men hold some 24 patents together.

The first Velke was a one-wheel model that the company still offers under their patented design. Wright introduced a two-wheel sulky in 1996. The Grass Gobbler is still manufactured for 20 different makes of commercial mowers, and an extension for leaf pickup, called the Leaf Gobbler, is available as well.

Wright sold his lawn maintenance operation in 1993 to concentrate on developing the Wright Stander mower, a further evolution in the quest to make mowing less fatiguing for commercial operators.

A good market for sulkies still exists. Deere’s Dan Schmidt says the walk-behind market still takes some 40,000 units every year. Many of those are candidates for sulkies.

Yazoo/Kees Kutter IZT, KIKW36150

admin — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:50:45 +0000

YazooKees KIKW36150

The Yazoo/Kees Kutter series of walk-behind commercial mowers offers a variety of options to meet the demands of commercial turf care. From floating or fixed deck, hydro or gear drive, pistol or our new PPS controls.
With a new IZT style transmission arrangement, these units offer minimized maintenance and reduced service, since there are no hoses, filters or reservoirs The new control system reduces hand pressure and featurs feather-light controls that are easy to operate.
The Pro Performance System controls feature an independent choke and throttle, smooth action speed control lever, electric deck engagement and digital hour meter with service reminders. Safety switches on thumb locks allow the user to leave the unit to move objects or debris, without altering the speed setting.

Engine manufacturer -Kawasaki KAI V-Twin / FH430V
Power -15 hp
Fuel tank capacity -5.3 gallons
Fuel tank capacity-5.3 gallons
Speed, forward-0-6 miles/h
Speed, reverse-0-3 miles/h
Front caster tires-9 x 3.5 – 4″
Rear tires-16 x 6.5 – 8 Turf”
Cutting width-36″
Number of blades-2
Blade length-18″
Blade tip speed-18,500 fpm
Drive system-Dual Hydro-Gear IZT Hydros
Deck Style-Fixed
Blade engagement-125 FT/LB Warner MagStop Clutch
Cutting height-1.5″ to 5″ in .25″ Increments”
Deck construction-Fully Baffled 10-Gauge Steel with Rolled Front Edge & 7-Gauge Steel Side Skirts
Handle controls-PPS (Pro Performance System)
Productivity-2 acres/hrs
Overall dimensions
Weight-460 lbs
Base machine (L)-75″
Overall width (chute up)-37″
Overall width (chute down)-47″

Walk Behind Mowers

admin — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 02:25:54 +0000

A walk behind mower is similar to the push mower you have at home. The commercial walk behind mower is propelled by Hydraulic pumps and motors, not belts. These mores are bigger and most defiantly heavier made.
The walk behind can start at a 36” deck an go up to 63” decks. Most of these mowers have gas power plants and are air cooled. The drive systems are usually hydraulic pumps and motors. If you don’t like to walk then you can ride a device called a sulky or velke, which is great.
The walk behind mower is great for confined spaces or small yards. These mowers are great on slopes and hill sides due to the very low center of gravity and a wide stance. These mowers are capable
of staying on grades that you can not stand on yourselves. Walk behinds still take up a fair amount of room on your trailer because of the handle bars but are very easy to unload. They also are very durable and the price on these mowers are the best for the money I think.