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BIGDOG MOWER CO. STOUT ® ® General Service Manual 200 South Ridge Road Hesston, Kansas 67062 121366 REV E...
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WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT OF SPARK ARRESTER MUFFLER This equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. California Public Resources Code Section 4442.6 provides that it is unlawful to use or operate an internal combustion engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester maintained in effective working order.
GENERAL INFORMATION Clear away heavy build-up of grease, oil and dirt, especially BigDog Service Program ® in the engine compartment and under the seat platform areas; minute dust particles are abrasive to close-tolerance This manual is part of a service package for the BigDog ®...
SAFETY • Do not smoke while refueling. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. • Do not remove fuel cap or fill tank with engine running or while engine is hot. Clean up any This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a gasoline spills.
Understand Machine Operation Never leave machine unattended with ignition key in switch, especially with children present. Only qualified and trained personnel should operate Follow daily and weekly checklists, making sure hoses the equipment. are tightly secured and bolts are tightened. ...
Use a stick or similar instrument to clean under the Never use an open flame to look for leaks anywhere on mower making sure that no part of the body, especially the equipment. arms and hands are under mower. ...
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Sparks can cause a battery gas explosion which will If you spill acid on yourself: result in personal injury. • Flush your skin with water. • Prevent the battery terminals from touching any • Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the metal mower parts when removing or installing acid.
TORQUE Standard Torques The following chart lists the standard torque values for the threaded fasteners found in this manual. Torque all cap screws, nuts and set screws to these values unless a different torque is shown in the Special Torques section. Size ft-lbs N•m...
POWER UNIT MAINTENANCE Steering Adjustments Untrained maintenance personnel should never Steering control lever neutral adjustment attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the mower’s drive system while the engine is running. The mower’s steering has been factory adjusted to The following procedures should be performed by eliminate creeping when the steering control levers are in the trained maintenance personnel only.
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7. Beginning with the right side of the mower: • Adjust the steering control rod so that the right side wheel starts rotating forward while holding the steering control lever in the neutral position. • Adjust the steering rod back the opposite direction to the point when the wheel stops rotating.
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9. Once both sides are properly adjusted, check them together to make sure everything is working properly. Never operate the mower with the seat platform improperly secured. The seat platform must be Shown with steering control lever in the neutral position securely latched/bolted to prevent the seat from moving/tilting in the event of mower tipping or rollover.
2. On one side measure the park brake spring. It should be compressed to 1.43"–1.48" (36.3–37.6mm). If it is Untrained maintenance personnel should never not, adjust the nylock nut until the proper spring attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the compression is achieved.
9. IMPORTANT: Unbolt the seat platform from the mower frame. • Disconnect the two female spade connectors from each other (from step #3). • Reconnect the two female spade connectors to the seat switch. This must be completed so that safety circuit functioning...
Hydraulic Pump Belt Adjustment Initial system oil and filter change must be after the first 75 hours of use or 1 year whichever comes first. Thereafter, replace filter and oil in each transaxle every 2 years or 200 The transmission drive belt tension remains constant by hours, whichever comes first.
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transaxle. Torque plugs to 180 in.–lbs. Clean up any Fluid changing procedure oil that leaked from the ports. Figure 4-15 1. Park the unit on a level surface. 11. Continue to fill the transaxles through the expansion • Place the steering control levers in the park brake tank until the “Full Cold”...
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The following procedures are best performed first with the vehicle drive wheels off the ground and then repeated under normal operating conditions. If this is not possible, then the procedure should be performed in an open area free of any objects or bystanders.
9. Unbolt or unlatch the seat platform from the mower Shown with steering control lever in the neutral position frame. If the seat platform has a latch, unlatch it and pivot it forward to allow access to the seat switch on the underneath side of the seat.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE General Engine Maintenance Detailed instructions and recommendations for break-in and regular maintenance are specified in the Engine Owner’s Manual. Please refer to this manual for engine servicing, lubricating levels with quality viscosity recommendations, bolt torques, etc. The engine warranty is backed by the engine manufacturer.
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A. Safety filter Figure 5-3 Recommended Service Procedure A. Air cleaner canister C. Clamp B. Dust cap 1. Release clamps and remove element. Clean the air cleaner canister with a damp cloth. Figure 5-4 2. Before installing a new element, inspect it by placing a It is important to note that whenever an air filter element is bright light inside and rotating the element slowly, cleaned by any method, the person or company performing...
A. Fuel tank B. Fuel line Figure 5-6 A. Fuel evaporation system filter Figure 5-5 Fuel & Evaporative System Line Routings These mowers have a fuel evaporative system installed. There are two different types of rubber hoses that are connected to the fuel tank. One is the fuel hose that is part of the fuel system.
Engine RPM Settings The engine rpm’s are set at the factory for maximum mowing efficiency. Occasionally it may be necessary to check and adjust the settings. The idle speeds should be set as follows: Kawasaki FX691 / FX730 ENGINE SPEEDS MODEL NO.
DECK ADJUSTMENTS Deck Leveling Leveling the deck must be done in the following manner and order: 1. Check tire pressures to make certain they are properly inflated before starting level deck. recommended pressures are as follows: Drive wheels tire pressure ..8–12 psi Front wheels tire pressure.
line punch or 5/8" bolt. A commercial balancing tool is also available through most hardware supply stores. 9.50" The blade should not lean or tilt. When spinning the blade slowly it should not wobble. Balance the blade before reinstalling. Lay the blade on a flat surface and check for distortion. Replace any distorted blade.
When mounting blades, rotate them after installation to End view of blades, comparing twisted and straightened ensure blade tips do not touch each other or sides of the blades. mower. Belts Inspect belts frequently for wear and serviceability. Replace a belt that shows signs of: •...
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Deck Belt Installation Side Discharge Deck Shown When replacing a deck belt use the following procedure: 1. Route the belt around all the pulleys except the left deck spindle. 2. Grasp the belt at the two locations shown and pull the belt over the left spindle pulley.
Deck Belt Routing and Tensioning The following notes are the same for the different decks that are available. 1. There is no tension adjustment of this belt 2. Route belt as shown. Figure 6-9 121366 REV E...
Main Harness to Fuel Gauge Voltage Convertor Schematic Mowers prior to serial number 17065997 Mowers with serial number 17065997 and later BLK (20) ORG (20) PIN 1 PIN 1 BLK (20) PIN 2 PIN 2 ORG (20) PIN 3 PIN 3 GRN (20) PIN 4 PIN 4...
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Refer to Figure 8-1, Figure 8-2, & Figure 8-3 WEEKLY MONTHLY * ANNUALLY SERVICE AT OR 40 OR 100 OR 300 INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS HOURS HOURS Verify safety start interlock system Prior to each use Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts Prior to each use Visually inspect tires Prior to each use...
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTED SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES REMEDIES SUGGESTED SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES REMEDIES Mower creeps when Steering linkage needs Adjust linkage steering control levers are adjustment Starting motor does not Steering control levers not Place steering control in neutral crank in park brake position or levers in park brake posi- switch not adjusted tion or re-adjust switch...
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