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- Page 1 BigDog ® Mowers X Diablo Operator’s Manual ••••• P.O. Box 7000 ••• Hesston, Kansas • 67062-2097 603742_1011...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
General Information ........1-1 Safety Precautions. - Page 4 603742_1011...
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Page 5: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION This manual applies to the following BigDog Mower lines: refer to directions when in operator position and facing forward, ® unless otherwise stated. BigDog Mowers X Diablo Photographs and illustrations used were current at the time of ® printing, but subsequent production changes may cause your To the new owner machine to vary slightly in detail. - Page 6 603742_1011...
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Page 7: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • It is also the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics are qualified and physically able individuals, properly trained in the operation of this equipment. • All operators and mechanics must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls and decals. - Page 8 WARNING: Thrown objects! • Always maintain a safe distance from peo- ple and pets when mowing. 601967 • Always stop machine if someone enters WARNING: Fire! • Clean flammable material from the area. machine. Prevent fires by keeping • Inspect area to be mowed for hazards engine compartment, top of deck, such as rocks, metal objects and other Part Number 601967...
- Page 9 DANGER: Battery Hazards! Part Number 601815 601815 • • • Avoid skin contact Do not overfill battery. Do not allow open flame near the bat- with battery acid tery when charging. • Electrolyte may overflow and damage • Hydrogen gas forms inside the bat- paint, wiring or structure.
- Page 10 Part Number 601993 WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and decals before attempting to oper- ate this machine. WARNING: Roll over! • Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away from drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage ditches, embankments, water, and other types of hazards to avoid a wheel dropping over the edge or to avoid the ground from breaking away.
- Page 11 Part Number 603056 603056 Fast Read Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate Slow this machine. Choke Wear ear protection, eye protection and safety shoes Mower blade engage/disengage switch when operating this equipment. Ignition switch - insert key If warning light comes on, check engine oil For maximum electric clutch life engage at 1/2 - 3/4 throttle position.
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Page 13: Slope Guide
Slope Guide Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. E (15 Slope Guide Lines D (10 C (5 Line A 1. Hold this sheet of paper in front of you. Make sure that Line A is horizontal. 2. - Page 14 603742_1011...
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Page 15: Operation
OPERATION Safe Operating Practices 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 parts. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and Always wear long pants, safety glasses, ear protection throwing objects. -
Page 16: Using A Ramp
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel breaking away. This will reduce the risk of the mower weights or counterweights. suddenly rolling over causing serious injury or death. If any attachment or additional weight is mounted on the Use a walk behind, push mower or hand-held trimmer on rear of the unit, any rapid movement of the control levers slopes and near drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage in either direction could result in a reaction of the mower... - Page 17 Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or 2. Cliffs, retaining walls 3. Roads, highways attempt to operate the mower while it is unattended. 4. Buildings Always disengage deck clutch, place control levers in 5. Rocks park brake position, stop the engine, and remove ignition These are just a few examples of situations when caution key when leaving operator’s seat.
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Page 18: Control Panel
Control Panel time while the ignition key is switch to the RUN position. H. Oil pressure light (Figure 3-1) — this light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the RUN position and stays lit until the engine is running and a safe oil pressure is developed. -
Page 19: Engine Starting
determined, replace the seat switch. If the problem can not be located, contact your BigDog ® Shown with steering control Mowers Dealer. levers in park brake position WARNING The safety interlock system should always function per steps 4 and 5. If it does not function properly, it should be corrected immediately. -
Page 20: Stopping The Engine
NOTE: Some mowers have an engine malfunction light IMPORTANT: Always make certain the two bypass valves and/or an alternator warning light in addition to the oil are returned to their operating position before running the warning light. Check to make certain these lights are off mower following repairs. - Page 21 transport), the ROPS must be replaced to retain the best WARNING protection. Following an accident, check the ROPS, the operator’s seat, the seat belt, seat belt mountings and seat latch for possible To minimize chance of injury or death from rollover: damage.
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Page 22: Mower Operation
(Figure 3-8) Zero radius turn, move one steering control lever forward ROPS post 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. - Page 23 FRONT OF MOWER FACES THIS DIRECTION THREE POINT TURN FORWARD TRAVEL ZERO RADIUS TURN Step 1 FORWARD TRAVEL RIGHT TURN Step 2 REVERSE TRAVEL RIGHT TURN Step 3 REVERSE TRAVEL N = NEUTRAL POSITION Direction of arrows indicate direction of mower movement Neutral Right control lever...
- Page 24 Operating suggestions once in the morning and again at noon. Many problems with incorrect cutting patterns are due to dull blades or blades which have been sharpened incorrectly. Information on sharpening DANGER blades is listed in this manual’s maintenance section. In addition, most communities have individuals or companies which specialize in sharpening mower blades.
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Page 25: Deck Cutting Height Adjustment
Warranty will not be allowed for deck clutches that fail due WARNING to improper engagement and disengagement practices. Deck cutting height adjustment Never direct discharge of material from mower deck Deck cutting height is adjustable in 1/4” (.64cm) increments. towards bystanders. Do not operate the mower without The holes in the height adjusting bar are spaced at 1/2”... - Page 26 Anti-scalp wheel Adjusting holes Figure 3-12 3-12 603742_1011...
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Page 27: Maintenance & Adjustments
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the Safe servicing practices mower drive system, mower deck or any attachment while the mower engine is running or deck clutch is This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and engaged. -
Page 28: Torque Values
high moisture content. This build-up will harden, restricting specifications. blade and air movement and will probably show a poorer quality of cutting. Therefore it should be removed routinely. WARNING To do this it will be necessary to raise and block the deck using jack stands or blocks, in the full up position and scrape the build-up from underneath. -
Page 29: Hydraulic System
Check oil level in hydraulic system after every 50 hours of WARNING operation or weekly, whichever occurs first. Check more often if system appears to be leaking or otherwise malfunctioning. Fluid level should be 1” (2.54cm) from top of reservoir. Use Incorrect battery cable routing could cause damage to the only SAE 20W50 SL/SM service motor oil for the BigDog ®... -
Page 30: Fuel System
Fuel system • Never use gasoline for cleaning parts. • Read and observe safety precautions elsewhere in The fuel system for this mower is EPA compliant. Use only this manual. BigDog ® Mowers approved replacment parts. Do not modify or tamper with the fuel system. -
Page 31: Engine Air Filter
Right fuel tank Left fuel tank Oil drain valve Closed position Figure 4-5 Figure 4-4 These mowers are equipped with a safety filter. The filter Engine oil & filter element slides over the safety filter. Figure 4-7 The safety element does not require servicing unless it becomes contaminated with dirt or moisture. -
Page 32: General Engine Maintenance
General engine maintenance IMPORTANT: 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 servic- Safety filter ing, lubricating oil levels with quality and viscosity recommen- dations, bolt torques, etc. The engine warranty is backed by the manufacturer. -
Page 33: Mower Blade Maintenance
Never pry a belt to get it on a pulley as this will cut or damage (Figure 4-10 & Figure 4-11). Replace any distorted blade. the fibers of the belt covering. Do not re-use spindle bolts which have stripped, worn or Keep oil and grease away from belts, and never use belt undercut threads. -
Page 34: Seat Adjustment
Warped Blade (Replace) Cutting plane Straight Blade Comparison of Warped and Straight Blades Figure 4-10 Cutting edge Forward/rearward travel lever Twisted Blade Edge (replace) Figure 4-12 Cutting Plane Cutting edge Straight Blade Edge End view of blades, comparing twisted and straightened blades Upper Figure 4-11 control... -
Page 35: Maintenance Schedule
® BigDog Mowers X Diablo Maintenance Schedule Refer to Figure 4-14, Figure 4-15, Figure 4-16 & Figure 4-17 WEEKLY MONTHLY ANNUALLY SERVICE AT OR 40 OR 100 OR 500 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... -
Page 36: Maintenance Locator Chart
® BigDog Mowers X Diablo Maintenance Locator Chart Figure 4-14 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Valve 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tanks 7. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 8. Hydraulic Oil Filter 9. - Page 37 ® BigDog Mowers X Diablo Maintenance Locator Chart Figure 4-16 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Valve 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tanks 7. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 8. Hydraulic Oil Filter 9.
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Page 39: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING The majority of operating problems that occur with a system can be traced to improper adjustments or delayed service. A consistently applied preventative maintenance program, as outlined in the Maintenance section of this manual, will prevent many problems. The following chart is designed to help you locate a problem by suggesting probable causes and the recommended solutions. - Page 40 SUGGESTED SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES REMEDIES The blade(s) are not sharp Sharpen the blades A cutting blade(s) is/are Install new cutting blade(s) bent The deck is not level Level the deck per the Deck leveling and height adjustment section of the parts manual Uneven cutting height An anti-scalp wheel is not...
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Page 41: Storage
STORAGE When storing the unit at the end of the mowing season, the ject to corrosion. mower, engine, and battery should have the following items 9. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinders and fins, blower serviced before storage. housing and muffler. If the mower has been stored for an extended period of time, 10. -
Page 42: Product Literature
PRODUCT LITERATURE If you would like to view or print a copy of the BigDog Mowers X Diablo product manuals go online to www.bigdogmowers.com. ® Contact your local BigDog ® Mowers dealer if you require another engine owner’s manual. 603742_1011... - Page 43 INDEX PAGE PAGE Anti-scalp wheels ..........3-11 New season preparation ........6-1 Belts .................4-6 Operating suggestions ......... 3-10 Children ..............3-3 Parts and service ........... 1-1 Control Panel ............3-4 Preparation of battery for storage ......6-1 Controls ..............3-4 Preparation of engine for storage ......6-1 Deck clutch operation ...........3-11 ROPS ..............
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