Bad Boy MZ 42", Owner'S, Service & Parts Manual

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SECTION 7: CONTROLS
7.1 Ignition Switch—Bad Boy Mowers have a three position ignition switch: off, run, and start.
With key inserted, rotate it clockwise to START position and release key when engine starts,
and switch will automatically return to he RUN position.
7.2 Throttle Control—A cable is connected to the engine throttle for controlling engine speed.
Move lever forward to increase engine rpm, move lever backward to decrease engine rpm.
7.3 Choke Control—Some MZ Models use the Choke-O-Matic system. In this case, the choke
and throttle controls are operated by the same lever. With the lever pushed full forward, this
will apply the choke. Pulling the lever back slightly will disengage the choke and will give the
engine wide open throttle. DO NOT OPERATE WITH THE CHOKE APPLIED.
7.4 Control Levers—These levers control the mower’s speed, direction, and neutral lock. These
levers are used to steer, accelerate, decelerate and change direction. (Drive Arms)
7.5 Blade Engage Switch—This switch engages the blades. Pull the switch up to engage the
blades and push the switch down to disengage the blades.
7.5 7.3 7.2 7.1 7.4
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