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| All Bad Boy mowers have an oil drain to make oil changes easier. The drain will be a hose or valve attached to the engine block. To drain your oil, simply open the valve, drain the oil, close the valve and add 10W30 oil back to your engine. |
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| The only way to know you are having a problem with your belts is if they slip or perform poorly. |
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| If the tire pressure is different on each side, the cut will be uneven. See operator's manual for recommended air pressure. |
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| Touch-up paint is available. Contact your local dealer for more information. |
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| Check tire pressure
Check blade sharpness (replace blades or sharpen at least once per year or when needed)
Make sure blades are installed and tightened properly
Check spring and belt tension
Check the underside of the deck to ensure the mower deck is free of grass build-up and debris
Make sure your machine is at full throttle
Vary your mowing pattern each time you cut your grass. |
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| We recommend that sharpening be done by an authorized Bad Boy Dealer. |
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| The actuator which controls the deck height is designed for moving loads of up to 1000 pounds and has a static holding capability which exceeds 3,000 pounds. Our ¼" deck weighs approximately 250 pounds which is only 25% of its working capability. |
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| We recommend that you check your air filter every 20 hours. Dusty and dry conditions may require more checks. |
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| When preparing for the off season or any period of 90 days or more, the most important thing is proper fuel preparation. Use a fuel stabilizer in your final tank of fuel and drain or run dry. Choke and repeatedly crank engine until it will not start. This will lesson the potential for varnish or gum deposits forming in your system. |
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| All mowers have a belt diagram underneath the floor panel. This shows how to route the belt in case you need to reinstall it. Make sure your belt is routed correctly, that the belt is secure in all pulley grooves, and that you start the belt halfway on your last pulley and turn/roll the pulley until the belt snaps into its groove. |
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| Make sure the safety switch is plugged in on the bottom of seat. Check the underside of the PTO engager to ensure the plug is secure at switch. |
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| Check battery charge and connection Check your fuel. Make sure your fuel is fresh (less than 30 days old) and that there is no water in the tank. Make sure your spark plug is in good condition and spark plug wire is attached. If in doubt, replace it. Make sure air filter ... |
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| 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, an ... |
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| Maintenance schedules will vary by model. Consult your operator's manual for details. |
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| Contact an authorized Bad Boy Mowers dealer. |
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