Excel BigDog, Operator'S Manual

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position.
2. Throttle the engine back to low idle, then disengage the
deck clutch. Refer to
Mower deck operation section for
more details.
3. Let engine run at low idle for a couple of minutes.
4. Rotate ignition key counter-clockwise to the “OFF”
position. Remove the key from switch before leaving the
mower.
Moving mower with stalled engine
If it becomes necessary to move the tractor when the engine is
inoperative, the transaxles are equipped with bypass valves.
Before moving the unit, pull up on the bypass valve rod and
slide it in the slot to the disengaged position. The valve rod is
located per Figure 3-5.
Slot
Bypass valve rod
(Left rod shown)
Figure 3-5
Allow engine exhaust manifold to cool before engaging
or disengaging the bypass valves. The bypass valve rods
are located close to the exhaust system.
The steering control levers must be placed in the neutral
position, to release the park brakes, so that the mower can be
moved.
Do not tow the machine. Move it by hand or use a winch to
load on a trailer for transporting.
When transporting on another vehicle, the mower should be
facing forward and it must be secured.
IMPORTANT: Always make certain the two bypass valves
are returned to their operating position before running the
mower following repairs.
ROPS
(Roll Over Protective Structure)
A ROPS, when used with seat belt, is effective in reducing
injuries during unit overturn accidents. Overturning the unit
without a ROPS or without ROPS locked in the raised position
can result in serious injury or death. Figure 3-6
ROPS
Retaining ring
Clevis
pin
Figure 3-6
The two-post ROPS can be pivoted down by removing the
right and left retaining rings (Figure 3-6) and pulling out on the
clevis pins so that the machine can operate under low hanging
tree limbs or other obstructions.
Do not wear the seat belt when
the ROPS is in the lowered position. Use the ROPS in the
“folded” position only when it is absolutely necessary.
Do not operate the mower with the ROPS folded (low-
ered position) as a standard operating mode. A folded
ROPS does not provide rollover protection.
Always wear your seat belt unless the mower is not
equipped with a ROPS or if the ROPS is folded down. In
this case, the seat belt should never be worn.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING