Bad Boy MZ Magnum 54, Owner'S, Service & Parts Manual

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Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or heat a wheel
and tire assembly. The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion. Welding can structurally weaken
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Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained personnel to service machine. Understand service procedure before
doing work.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Your Bad Boy mower is equipped with a safety interlock system. This system is designed to prevent serious injury or death to the
operator and other people or property damage. The system consists of an operator presence switch in the seat, the parking brake,
drive lever neutral position, the mower blade engagement switch, and the ignition switch.
These interlocks are vitally important and must be tested frequently. Following are instructions to test these very important safety
precautions.
Note: the operator must be seated properly on the machine during these tests and the engine should
have been previously allowed to warm to operating temperature.
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With the parking brake engaged, bring lever arms to their inward position
A
ttempt to start the machine
with
the blade actuator in
off position .
T
he engine should not start.
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On a level surface, disengage the parking brake and place lever arms to their outward position
.
T
hen , attempt to start the
machine
with
the blade actuator in off position .
T
he engine should not start.
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Engage parking brake and leave lever arms in outward position
.
P
ut blade actuator in the on position, then attempt to start the
machine .
T
he engine should not start.
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Next, start the engine as stated in the Mower Operation Section
.
D isengage parking brake and
,
Very Slowly
,
begin to rise from
the seat .
T
he engine should stop.
If any of these tests fail to produce the results indicated and the problem cannot be identified, contact your Bad Boy Mower
dealer or the support contacts in the rear of this manual.
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Keep the entire machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked
debris. Failure to do so can affect the safety and functionality of the machine, as well as increase the danger of a fire due to
contact with the hot surfaces of the machine.
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Allow machine to cool before storing.
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If you strike something with the mower, turn the mower and blades off, engage the parking brake, and inspect the machine for
damage. Repair, if necessary, before resuming.
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Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
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Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts,
when necessary.
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Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves before servicing them.
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Check parking brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
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Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job.
or deform the wheel.
2.73 Mower deck, frame, and engine compartment should remain free of debris to prevent premature parts failures
or fire hazards.