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Mower operation

Driving the mower

Never make sudden stops or reverse direction, especially 
when maneuvering on a slope. The steering is designed 
for sensitive response. Rapid movement of the control 
levers in either direction could result in a reaction of the 
mower that can cause serious injury. 

After starting engine, engage the steering control levers and 

steer as follows:

To go forward,

 push steering control levers forward an equal 

distance (Figure 3-8).

To go in reverse,

 pull steering control levers rearward an 

equal distance (Figure 3-8). 

To turn left,

 move the right steering control lever farther 

forward from neutral than the left steering control lever.(Figure 
3-8)

To turn right,

 move the left steering control lever farther 

forward from neutral than the right steering control lever. 
(Figure 3-8)

Zero radius turn,

 move one steering control lever forward 

and the other steering control lever back of neutral. This will 
allow the drive wheels to counter-rotate. (Figure 3-8)

To stop or decrease speed,

 move steering control levers to 

neutral. When going forward pull back gently on steering 
control levers. When going in reverse push forward gently on 
steering control levers.

For emergency stop,

 when traveling forward or rearward, 

place the steering control levers in the park brake position 

immediately.

When moving in the rearward direction push forward 
gently on steering control levers and avoid sudden move-
ment. Any sudden movement could cause the front of the 
mower to come off of the ground resulting in possible 
loss of control, causing serious injury or death.

   

To make a three point turn to the right,

 move the left 

steering control lever farther forward from neutral than the right 
steering control lever and start the turn. Next, pull back on the 
steering control levers until they are past neutral and the 
machine starts to go rearward. Pull right steering control lever 
farther rearward from neutral than the left steering control lever 
until the rear of the machine has pivoted around. Then, push the 
steering control levers forward until they are both past neutral 
and the machine starts to go forward. Push the left steering 
control lever farther forward from neutral than the right steering 
control lever and finish the turn. (Figure 3-9) 

Always be aware of what is behind the machine before 
backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely nec-
essary. Always look down and behind before and while 
backing up.

 

IMPORTANT:  

Rapid movement of steering control levers 

is not recommended as damage to the hydraulic system compo-
nents may occur.

To increase speed,

 increase steering control lever’s distance 

from neutral. The farther forward steering control levers are 
from neutral, the faster the mower will travel forward. The 
farther back steering control levers are from neutral, the faster 
the mower will go in reverse.     

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Страница 1: ...603744_0911 BigDog Mowers A Series Operator s Manual P O Box 7000 Hesston Kansas 67062 2097...

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Страница 3: ...603744_0911 c 1 General Information 1 1 Safety Precautions 2 1 Operation 3 1 Maintenance Adjustments 4 1 Troubleshooting 5 1 Storage 6 1 Product Literature 6 2...

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Страница 5: ...Mowers user Operating conditions vary considerably and cannot all be addressed individually Through experience however operators should find no difficulty in developing good operating skills suitable...

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Страница 7: ...eadable It is the owner s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics read and understand this manual and all decals before operating this mower It is also the owner s responsibili...

Страница 8: ...trol will be lost Refer to owner s manual for inspection and replacement intervals and refer to above paragraph for emergency procedures 600899 Part Number 600899 If you loose steering control while o...

Страница 9: ...RNING Read Operator s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine WARNING This structure s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage overturn or alteration If any of t...

Страница 10: ...cking up Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing up WARNING Roll over Slow down before turning Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 d...

Страница 11: ...disengage switch E Ignition switch insert key F OFF G ON H Engine start position I Before starting the engine J Wear ear protection eye protection and safety shoes when operating this equipment K Read...

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Страница 13: ...r building 3 Fold the paper along the slope guide lines C D or E 4 Align the closest slope guide line with the ground slope This will give you a close estimation of the ground slope to be mowed Slope...

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Страница 15: ...s sneakers shorts or any type of loose fitting clothing Do not use a towel as a headband or neck wrap and do not hang towel from the waist Long hair loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving...

Страница 16: ...edge or to avoid the ground from breaking away This will reduce the risk of the mower suddenly rolling over causing serious injury or death Use a walk behind push mower or hand held trimmer on slopes...

Страница 17: ...mower unattended with ignition key in switch especially with children present Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the mower while it is unattended Always disengage...

Страница 18: ...F 15 amp fuse Figure 3 1 Clutch Aux 15 amp blade type G Electronic hour meter Figure 3 1 registers 1 10 hour increments up to 9 999 9 total hours Connected to the ignition switch the meter records th...

Страница 19: ...steering control levers are not in the park brake position park brake switches are disengaged or the deck clutch switch is engaged the engine will stop The following steps are the correct procedures...

Страница 20: ...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 positio...

Страница 21: ...he ROPS has been in some other type of accident such as hitting an overhead object during transport the ROPS must be replaced to retain the best protection Following an accident check the ROPS the ope...

Страница 22: ...the rearward direction push forward gently on steering control levers and avoid sudden move ment Any sudden movement could cause the front of the mower to come off of the ground resulting in possible...

Страница 23: ...ection of arrows indicate direction of mower movement N N N N N N N N N N Figure 3 8 Step 1 THREE POINT TURN Step 2 Step 3 R i g h t c o n t r o l l e v e r L e f t c o n t r o l l e v e r N e u t r a...

Страница 24: ...mower blades Blade sharpness should be checked daily Never work with blades while engine is running or deck clutch switch is engaged on Always place deck clutch switch in the disengaged position plac...

Страница 25: ...eight adjustment Deck height is adjustable in 1 4 64 cm increments The holes in the height adjusting bar are spaced at 1 2 1 2 cm intervals By turning the height adjusting stop around 1 4 64 cm increm...

Страница 26: ...Stop handle Height adjusting stop Fig 3 12 Anti scalp wheel Adjusting holes Fig 3 13 3 12 603744_0911...

Страница 27: ...nd deadly poison Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the mower drive system mower deck or any attachment while the mower engine is running or deck clutch is engaged Repairs or maintena...

Страница 28: ...tem is a 12 volt negative ground Recommended battery size is a garden tractor BCI group U1R with 225 or better cranking AMP rating A maintenance free battery is recommended Otherwise follow battery ma...

Страница 29: ...peration or weekly whichever occurs first Check more often if system appears to be leaking or otherwise malfunctioning Fluid level should be at the Full Cold line on the expansion tank Use only SAE 20...

Страница 30: ...ed keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device Never use gasoline for cleaning parts Read...

Страница 31: ...ting the machine Oil drain valve Figure 4 5 Engine air filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the engine s owner s manual General engine maintenance Detailed instructions and recommendations...

Страница 32: ...is available from BigDog Mowers It is designed to prevent the blades from rotating when they are being removed or installed on the spindle Contact your BigDog Mowers dealer for more information Sharpe...

Страница 33: ...e the best control of the machine and are the most comfortable and then tighten the cap screws Figure 4 10 Cap screw Figure 4 10 Steering control lever adjustment The steering control levers can be ad...

Страница 34: ...Cap screws Upper control lever Lower control lever Figure 4 11 4 8 603744_0911...

Страница 35: ...e spark plugs X Replace fuel evaporation system filter 8 X Check ROPS mounting hardware 9 X 603744_0911 4 9 NOTES 1 Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation Thereafter change oil after every 4...

Страница 36: ...Engine Air Cleaner 4 Engine Oil Drain Valve 5 Battery 6 Fuel Tank 7 Engine Oil Filter 8 Deck Lift Pivot Zerks 4 9 Park Brake Switch 2 10 Drive Tire 11 Pump Belt 12 Engine Air Intake Screen 13 Front G...

Страница 37: ...w engine oil pressure Low oil level Add oil Oil diluted or too light Change oil and check for source of contamination Failed oil pump Contact your Dealer High oil consumption Numerous Contact your Dea...

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Страница 39: ...to distribute oil over cylinder walls and valve mechanism 8 Clean exterior surface of engine Spread a light film of oil over any exposed metal surfaces of engine that are sub ject to corrosion 9 Clean...

Страница 40: ...CT LITERATURE If you would like to view or print a copy of the BigDog Mowers A Series product manuals go online to www bigdogmowers com Contact your local BigDog Mowers dealer if you require another e...

Страница 41: ...r with stalled engine 3 6 Mower blade maintenance 4 6 Mower blade removal 4 6 Mower deck operation 3 11 Mower operation 3 8 New season preparation 6 1 Operating suggestions 3 10 Parts and service 1 1...

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