Controls - Bad Boy MZ MAGNUM Owner's, Service & Parts Manual

6.4 Q: What should I do if the blades won't engage?
6.4 A: 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.
6.5 Q: What type of fuel is recommended for my mower?
6.5 A: We recommend that you use a name brand fuel to ensure quality. Use fuel with an octane
rating near 87. Higher octane fuels offer no benefit. Only fuels with an ethanol content of
10% or less may be used. E-15 is not permitted.
6.6 Q: Do you offer touch-up paint for your mowers?
6.6 A: Touch-up paint is available. Contact your local dealer for more information.
SECTION 7:
7.1 Ignition Switch—Bad Boy Mowers have a three position ignition switch: off, run, and start.
With key inserted, rotate it clockwise to START position and release key when engine starts,
and switch will automatically return to he RUN position.
7.2 Throttle Control—A cable is connected to the engine throttle for controlling engine speed.
Move lever forward to increase engine rpm, move lever backward to decrease engine rpm.
7.3 Choke Control—Some MZ Magnums use the Choke-O-Matic system. in this case, the choke
and throttle controls are operated by the same lever. With the lever pushed full forward, this
will apply the choke. Pulling the lever back slightly will disengage the choke and will give the
engine wide open throttle. DO NOT OPERATE WITH THE CHOKE APPLIED.
7.4 Control Levers—(Not Shown) These levers control the mower's speed, direction, and
neutral lock. These levers are used to steer, accelerate, decelerate and change direction.
7.5 Blade Engage Switch—This switch engages the blades. Pull the switch up to engage the
blades and push the switch down to disengage the blades.
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