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  • Page 2: General Information

    BigDog™ Mowers at time of deliv- It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the oper- ery.
  • Page 3 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 Sec- tion 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.
  • Page 4 The engine warranty is covered by the engine pose. However, if the BigDog™ Mowers is purchased as a con- manufacturer, to the original owner only, and, sumer product, any implied warranty of merchantability or c.

  • Page 5: Allocation Of Risks

    Any oper- ing to the subject matter of this agreement. No employee of ator, prior to using the BigDog™ Mowers, should thoroughly Excel Industries, Inc., or any other party is authorized to make familiarize himself with the owner's manual regarding operation any warranty in addition to those made in this agreement.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message safety instructions.” Failure to comply with the instructions intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL may result in personal injury or death. SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal Incorrect usage of this machine may result in severe operation and servicing of this equipment.
  • Page 7 602041 • If you loose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and involve your BigDog™ Mowers dealer to resolve the problem before continuing to 602041 operate.
  • Page 8 Part Number 601981 WARNING: Read Owner’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate 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 9 601811 A. Fast Part Number 601811 B. Slow C. Choke D. Mower blade engage/disengage switch E. Ignition switch - insert key F. OFF G. ON H. Engine start position I. Wear ear protection, eye protection and safety shoes when operating this equipment. J.

  • Page 10: International Symbols

    INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your mower, various international symbols have been used on instruments and controls. These symbols are depicted and described below. Hours Recorded Neutral Battery Engine Water Diesel Fuel Power Take-off Temperature (ON) Air Filter Glow Power Take-off...
  • Page 11 602469_1009...

  • Page 12: Slope Guide

    SLOPE GUIDE Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. Slope Guide Lines E (15 D (10 C (5 Line A 1. Hold this sheet of paper in front of you. Make sure that Line A is horizontal. 2.
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  • Page 14: Operation

    OPERATION Safe Operating Practices Always be aware of what is behind the machine before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely nec- This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and essary. Always look down and behind before and while throwing objects.

  • Page 15: Using A Ramp

    Do not exceed a 15 degree angle between the ramp and cause serious physical injury. the ground or between the ramp and the trailer or truck. The BigDog™ mower is capable of operating horizon- When on a ramp avoid sudden acceleration tally (traverse) on moderate slopes. When operating on...

  • Page 16: Control Panel

    remember to always exercise extreme caution when oper- Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the ating on any slope. area. Before and while backing, look behind and down for Children small children. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Never carry children, even with the blades off.

  • Page 17: Engine Starting

    If the seat switch is not operating properly (is not opening or closing) and if the cause can not be determined, replace the seat switch. If the problem can not be located, contact your BigDog™ Mowers Dealer. WARNING: The safety interlock system should always function per steps 4 and 5.

  • Page 18: Stopping The Engine

    clutch, and throttle back to low idle for a couple of minutes; then rotate ignition key counter-clockwise to the OFF position. Remove the key from switch before leaving the machine. Stopping the engine Use the following procedure to shut off the engine after operating the equipment.

  • Page 19: Operating Suggestions

    Inspect the machine starts to go rearward. Pull right steering control lever machine and involve your BigDog™ Mowers dealer farther rearward from neutral than the left steering control lever to resolve the problem before continuing to operate.
  • Page 20 damage turf. This is especially important when mowing. Mower performance is maximum when the throttle is set at Three point turn full rpm. This gives maximum power to the drive wheels and deck when needed. Use the control levers to control ground speed rather than engine rpm.

  • Page 21: Mower Deck Operation

    Anti-scalp wheels An anti-scalp wheel is standard on BigDog™ Mowers C Series machines. This anti-scalp wheel is designed to minimize scalping when mowing on rough uneven terrain. After setting the cutting height, adjust the anti-scalp wheel so it extends below the deck but does not contact the ground.

  • Page 22: Maintenance And Adjustments

    Keep the machine clean and remove any deposits of trash Use only genuine BigDog™ Mowers replacement parts and clippings, which can cause engine fires and hydraulic to ensure that original standards are maintained overheating as well as excessive belt wear.

  • Page 23: Torque Values

    Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery Only pneumatic tires are approved for use on BigDog™ terminals and metal mower parts. Mowers consumer mowers. Warranty claims will be denied on any mower equipped with non-pneumatic tires.

  • Page 24: Fuel System

    • Read and observe safety precautions elsewhere in this manual. Transmissions WARNING: Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swal- lowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or fuel con- tainer opening.

  • Page 25: Engine Air Filter

    Special attention should be paid to applicable data which will not be duplicated here. Belts BigDog™ Mowers C Series mowers have two belts. Inspect belts frequently for wear and serviceability. Replace a belt that shows signs of severe cuts, tears, separation, weather checking and cracking, or burns caused by slipping.

  • Page 26: Mower Blade Maintenance

    NOTE: A blade by heating, or weld a cracked or broken blade as the holding tool (part number 381442) is available from BigDog™ blade may break and cause serious injury. Replace Mowers. It is designed to prevent the blades from rotating when worn or damaged blades.
  • Page 27 WARNING: Failure to correctly torque the bolt may result in the loss of the blade which can cause serious injury. WARNING: Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Resharpening Wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing pattern them. Warped Blade (Replace) Do not sharpen to original pattern (below).
  • Page 28 BigDog™ Mowers C Series Maintenance Schedule Refer to Fig. 4-9 WEEKLY ANNUALLY SERVICE AT OR 40 OR 100 INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS HOURS Verify safety start interlock system Prior to each use Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or Prior to each use...
  • Page 29 BigDog™ Mowers C Series Maintenance Locator Chart Top View 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Valve 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tank 7. Engine Oil Filter 8. Deck Lift Pivot Zerks (4) 9.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    No fuel or line plugged Fill tank or replace line The engine pulley is Contact your BigDog™ damaged Mowers Dealer There is abnormal Drain the tank and There is incorrect fuel in The cutting blade(s) is/...

  • Page 31: Preparation Of Engine For Storage

    4. Drain fuel tank and run the engine until it stops from lack PRODUCT LITERATURE If you would like to view or print a copy of the BigDog™ Mowers product manuals go online to www.bigdogmowers.com and click on the MANUALS button.
  • Page 32 INDEX PAGE PAGE Anti-scalp wheels ......3-8 Mower deck operation ..... . . 3-8 Belts .

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