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SECTION 3:
MOWER OPERATION
Never operate the machine with faulty equipment. Always be alert of sudden changes in landscape, as
the mower will react differently on slopes or embankments than it will on flat surfaces. Never operate
the mower with the discharge chute open. Do not cross terrain, other than grass, with blades turning.
This could cause damage to property or bystanders.
3.1
Place parking brake in up position.
3.2
Drive arms must be in the “open” position. While sitting on the machine, each arm is positioned away
from the operator, to the right and left. Drive arms will lock into place and must be in this position to
start machine.
3.3
Put PTO switch in the OFF position.
3.4
If your machine has been equipped with a ROPS (Roll Over Protection System) then you must fasten
seatbelt.
3.5
If machine has not been started recently, engage the choke.
3.6
Make sure nothing is under or around machine.
3.7
Place key in ignition and turn.
3.8
Once machine is started, disengage the choke.
3.9
Increase RPM by sliding the throttle to fast position, toward the rabbit.
3.10 Owners must become familiar with the controls before operating a zero-turn radius vehicle.
3.11 Start slowly and build your skill level. Have ample practice before using the machine at full
capabilities.
3.12 Be comfortable with machine before engaging blades. Know what each component controls
before using machine.
3.13 Your mower will perform differently on an incline /decline. Be cautious, slow down, and do not make
any sudden jerking movements with control arms. The machine could lose traction on a decline or tip
backwards on an incline.
3.14 Once you become comfortable with your Bad Boy Mower you will notice your overall mowing time will
decrease.
3.15 Always engage PTO at full throttle.
3.16 Start engine with throttle position between half and full throttle.
Avoid operating your mower on side hills of over 5 degrees,
inclines of over 10 degrees,
and declines of over 15 degrees.
