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PUP or LIGHTNING MODEL MOWER OWNER’S & PARTS MANUAL 2010 Edition For additional information, please see us at www.badboymowers.com Bad Boy, Inc. 102 Industrial Drive Batesville, Arkansas 72501 (870) 698-0090 PAGE 1...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Basic Information ................... Section 1 (pages 3, 4) Bad Boy Safety Guidelines ................Section 2 (pages 5, 6) Operation ....................... Section 3 (pages 6, 7) Maintenance ......................Section 4 (page 7) Storage and Transportation ................. Section 5 (page 8) Adjustments ....................
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This manual applies to the following equipment: Bad Boy Pup Series 4800 Pup 23 hp Vanguard 5200 Pup 23 hp Vanguard 6000 Pup 23 hp Vanguard 4800 Pup 30 hp Kohler 5200 Pup 30 hp Kohler 6000 Pup 30 hp Kohler...
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Bad Boy Mower! The purpose of this manual is to assist operators in maintaining and operating their machine. The information and instructions in this manual can help you attain years of performance from your new Bad Boy. Also, check out our website to learn more about the Bad Boy family.
SECTION 2: MOWER OPERATION Never allow untrained people to operate this machine. It is the owner’s responsibility to get training and see to it that anyone who has permission to use your machine receives the proper training. Do not mow around people. The factory discharge chute is designed to deflect debris downward, but it could be possible for debris to be thrown in a way that can cause damage to people or property.
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2.23 Safety warning decals are located on the mower and should always be observed and followed. 2.24 Never operate the mower with the discharge chute open. 2.25 Prevent Fires—Remove grass and debris from engine compartment and muffler area, before and after operating machine, especially after mowing or mulching in dry conditions. 2.26 Do not store machine near open flame or source of ignition, such as a water heater or furnace.
The machine could lose traction on a decline or tip backwards on an incline. 3.14 Once you become comfortable with your Bad Boy Mower you will notice your overall mowing time will decrease.
6.10 DO NOT OVER ADJUST – CABLE BREAKAGE MAY OCCUR. DRIVE ARM ADJUSTMENT 6.11 Due to the sensitive nature of drive arm adjustments visit an Authorized Bad Boy Dealer and they’ll be happy to help you with this. PAGE 8...
STANDARD HYDRAULIC/ OIL/FILTER SERVICING PROCEDURE 6.12 On all Bad Boy ZT Models, the hydraulic oil filters need to be initially changed when the mower has reached 50 hours of usage. Each subsequent changing of the hydraulic oil and filters needs to occur every 250 hours or once a year. The required hydraulic oil is 20W50 motor oil On all Bad Boy commercial models, the hydraulic oil and filters need to be initially changed when mower has reached 50 hours of usage.
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7.11 A: Maintenance, mowing conditions, temperature, and hours of operations play a huge role in the life of a mower. However, Bad Boy Mowers are without a doubt the strongest, most durable zero-turn mower available. With proper care, your Bad Boy will deliver many years of reliability, productivity, and comfort.
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8.3 Choke Control—A cable is linked to manually operate the engine choke. When the lever is in the down position, the choke is in the off (run) position. When the lever is pulled up, the choke is in the on (start) position. Do not operate the machine in the on (start) position. The choke lever is behind the throttle control.
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By pulling the arms out the mower can be put in a neutral position. Return the arms to the “forward position for normal operation. 9.5 Your Bad Boy Mower Weighs: PuP & LIgHTNINg SERIES: 1,050—1,300 lbs *** Weights fluctuate with the addition of accessories.
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10.3 High Temperature Buzzer—Liquid-Cooled models are equipped with a buzzer that will sound in the event of high water temperature. IF THIS HAPPENS SHUT ENGINE OFF IMMEDIATELY! Allow engine to cool. Check for obstructions in or around radiator or contact your local Bad Boy Mower Authorized Dealer. 10.1 10.1...
SECTION 11: MOWER BLADE MAINTENANCE 11.1 Check mower blades after each use. This is essential for maintaining well-groomed turf. Keep the blades sharp. If a dull blade is used for cutting, the grass will tear rather than cut. This could damage the grass leaving a brown frayed top on the grass within a few hours. A dull blade will also require more power from the engine.
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(2) Front Forks (1) Pump idler The Swing Away feature is only (4) Steering Arms (1) Deck Idler available on the Pup, Lighting, AOS, and AOS Diesel Series Deck Idler Actuator Blocks Steering Arms Front Tires...
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PARTS MANUAL FOR YOUR Pup or Ligthning Model Zero Turn Mower PAGE 16...