2013 TSC MZ Magnum Owner/Parts Manual
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1. MZ MAGNUM MODEL OWNER S SERVICE amp PARTS MANUAL For additional information please see us at www badboymowers com Bad Boy Inc VT TRACTOR 102 Industrial Drive SUPPLY CO Batesville Arkansas 72501 TractorSupply com 870 698 0090 2013 11 12 TABLE OF CONTENTS Basic TBEORITIB TOT Ros section 1 pages 3 4 Bad Boy Safety Guidelines nennen Section 2 pages 5 6 Oper NON section 3 pages 6 7 EO oection 4 page 7 Storage and Transportation oection 5 page 8 Troubleshooting and FAQ nee section 6 pages 8 9 Bul T Section 7 pages 9 Moving Inoperable MOWED ssseee mns oection 8 page 10 Blade Maintenance and Cutting Tips ssee oection 9 page 10 11 GLEIS ng BAS MM EM M EC EIE section 10 pages 11 How to choose arae do ee Page 12 20 SERVICE SECTION BEGINS ON PAGE 13 PARTS SECTION BEGINS ON PAGE 21 LIMITED WARRANTY PAGE 38 PAGE 2 This manual applies to the following equipment Bad Boy MZ MAGNUM Series MZ Magnum 54 27 hp Briggs COMMONLY USED ITEMS AND PART NUMBERS 54 MZ Blade Hi Lift Fusion Gator Blade Wave Blade 038 0005 00 038 0003 00 038 5220 00 54 MZ Deck Belt 041 4022 00 MZ Pump Belt 041 6400 00 Oil Filter Briggs 27 hp 063 20042. 8 x 9 50 8 Tire Only MZ 48 amp 54 Deck only 16 Lock Washer 12 16 Flat Washer 2 4 Flat Washer 1 4 x 3 4 Hex Bolt 16 x 2 1 2 Bolt 0 24 X 5 8 BS C S 18 8 SS 16 x 3 Hex Bolt 4 20 x2 1 2 Gr2 hex C s zinc 4 Nylock Nut 16 Nut 013 3000 00 Lug Nut 0 24 Nylon Insert Locknut MZ Fan amp Pulley Kit 42 MZ 18x 7 50 8 tire only 022 8028 00 Rear rim only 42 MZ 022 8050 00 18x9 50 8 48 amp 54 Deck Tire and Wheel Assembly 022 2050 00 18x8 50 8 8 42 Deck Tire and Wheel Assembly 013 8049 00 5 16 Nylon Flange Nut i e e e OY U1 C9 h2 il N C N CJ UJ N A w w LA LA PAGE 31 PAGE 32 27 Hp Briggs Intek SSCS Biggs Inte SOS ITEM PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTION 1 1 015305000 BrggsProSeresW linShat o 2 1 o70 3000 00 MCuchAsemi 4 2 013 9002 00 S i FlangeNutZincW Semations 5 1 o19 6020 00 6 1 1019 5037 00 3 8 LockWasher 7 1 018 1010 00 3 8 16 3 1 2 grade 5 hex bolt 8 2 013601400 2 3 HexNuU 9 1 j018540 00 716x23 4FmeThreadBot O 10 1 j057592000 MZ Clutch Holder u 1 i 12 1 042603000 1 4 x 1 Key 14 1 Ground Cable 15 1 102540000 Black Boot for ground Cable _ ______ 16 1 018 8059 00 5 16 x 1 3
3. 5 3 032 8024 00 S507IDNyonBusing 6 1 013 8043 00 019 6017 00 8 2 1013 6051 00 3 8 Fine Threaded Jam Nut 9 2 1019 80510 J5 LockWashr 0 0 39 2 jn 1 018 2020 00 5 16 18 1 2 HWH Bolt Steering 031 9025 00 Steering Arm Elbow Right 013 0085 00 1 2 13 Hex Flange GR G ZC 19 7000 00 505x1x 125 Oil Impregnated washer 32 5055 00 Bushing For 2012 Drive arm 2 18 1080 00 2 24x 1 2 HWH Bolt PAGE 23 MZ Magnum Shroud Assembly a I da Wy UF MO VX iF MZ Magnum Shroud Assembly ART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MZ Frame 2010 MZ MZ Magnum Gas Tank Bracket Assy 201 2040 00 MZ Magnum Shroud Control Support Assy MZ Magnum Shroud Storage Support Assy 079 0075 00 Control Panel New MZ 055 3000 00 Throttle Lever W Choke 013 5019 00 110 24 Nylon Insert Locknut 018 5200 00 10 24 X 5 8 BS C S 18 8 SS 0 0 0 0 ITE e 7 56 8058 00 PTO Engager 1 1077 8076 00 Ignition Switch 83 4013 00 Tachometer 1 5 16 Nylon Flange Nut 13 16 x 7 8 Carriage Bolt 5 086 1201 00 Relay Terminal Fuel Cap 2013 Magnum 080165AE 2 5 Gal EPA Tank Assy 071145AE MZ Magnum Tank Clamp 63164 1 4 20 x 3 4 GR 5 Hex Bolts Zinc 360 ID Plastic Washer 040 6080 00 Ratchet Fastener 1 4 20 Hex Flange Nuts Zinc w Serrations 013 0056 00 10 24 U Nut 042 9000 00 Ignition Key 0 0 0 M
4. Me mowe 4 arry Warranty ai Labor for all warranted parts will also be covered for 2 years from the date of sale to the original purchaser Belts are warranted for a period of ninety 80 days against materials or workmanship defects At Bad Boy Inc s request the customer will make the defective part available for inspection by Bad Boy Inc and or return the defective part to Bad Boy Inc transportation charges prepaid 2 WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER This warranty does not cover defects caused by depreciation or damage caused by normal wear accidents improper maintenance improper use or abuse of the product alterations or failure to follow the instruction contained in the Owner s Manual for operation and maintenance The customer shall pay any charges for making service calls and or for transporting the mower to and from the place where the THO DOR indir warranty work is partormed A Engines are warrant Sopa Adr by their isnt available waltantios covering this item are furnished with each mower Bad Boy Inc does not assume any warranty obligation liability or modification for this item which is covered exclusively by the stated warranty of the respective manufacturers Tires blades and deck anti scalping wheels are considered to be consumable wear items and are therefore not warranted Batteries are warranted for six months free replacement from the retail purchase date against materials
5. 00 Air Filter Briggs 2 hp 063 4026 00 Motor Oil 10w30 2 quarts Hydro Oil 20w50 not serviceable PAGE 3 BASIC INFORMATION 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 15 All Bad Boy engines use 10W30 engine oil Conventional or Synthetic may be used 12 All Bad Boy hydraulic systems use 20W50 engine oil Conventional or Synthetic may be used 13 All Bad Boy Mowers use hi temp multi purpose grease NLGI No 2 for the grease fittings 1 4 MZ models have 12 psi in both front and rear tires 1 5 Most Briggs Kohler Kawasaki and Vanguard engines hold two 2 quarts of motor oil Warranty Registration The Warranty Registration form must be completed and signed to validate your warranty As the new equipment owner you are expected to see that the form is completed and forwarded to Bad Boy Inc at time of delivery Warranty is non transferable Model Serial Number Your MZ model serial numbers are found on the SIN plate underneath seat The serial numbers are necessary on the warranty registration form Also these numbers can assist you in the ordering of new parts when replacements become necessary Parts Service Only Bad Boy replaceme
6. 10 11 2 6 1 72 8069 00 11 4 fuel clamp 51 8067 00 1 4 fuel line hose 72 8070 00 13 16 vinyl clamp 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 16 vinyl tubing GJ PAGE 25 9 a Deck Lift Assembly Deck Lift Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MZ Front Arms 3 8 Flange Nut 3 8 Nylock Flange Nut 3 8 x 1 1 2 Hex Bolt eck Spacer Rear 025 0020 00 Deck Spacer Front 028 0050 00 Deck Linkage Rod 0 4 3 8 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt 360 ID Plastic Washer 3 8 x 1 Hex Bolt 019 2073 00 390 ID Plastic Washer 1 4 Drive in Grease Fitting 5 8 Round insert PAGE 26 Height Indicator Assembly o DETAIL A A Battery Assembly DETAIL B DETAIL C Idler Arm Assembly PAGE 27 PAGE 28 Frame Assembly PART NUMBER 70 5800 00 18 6012 00 26 2020 00 31 1050 00 13 5041 00 25 5203 00 19 2073 00 40 4000 00 08 5349 00 13 9001 00 18 8052 00 64 0025 00 64 0050 00 68 2000 00 03 5400 00 03 5300 00 43 8929 98 64 0030 00 39 000 00 33 6001 00 24 6034 00 18 6036 00 13 8050 00 18 5311 00 19 6017 00 13 7021 00 13 7018 00 18 2004 00 DESCRIPTION O ee E C N S O1 S O Z Frame 8 x 1 1 2 Hex Bolt Z Height Indicator Plate Z Deck Level Lock Lever 8 Nylock Nut 4 OD x 1 2 ID x 3M Len
7. Always wear ear protection such as earplugs while mowing 2 9 If you strike something with the mower turn the blades and mower off engage the parking brake and inspect the machine for damage before resuming 2 10 Be aware of low hanging limbs or objects that could potentially be hazardous while mowing 2 11 Never operate a poorly maintained machine 2 12 Never carry passengers 2 13 Always buckle seat belt if provided one 2 14 Never attempt high speed maneuvering especially around people or property 2 15 Never put hands or feet under the machine while ignition is on 2 16 Never refuel machine when engine 1 running 2 7 Never leave key in ignition especially around children 2 18 Never run engine in enclosed area 249 Do not touch hot parts of machine 2 20 Do not remove deck wheels 2 21 Conditions that can affect traction resulting in the loss of control of machine Wet terrain Hills or extreme angles Depressions in the ground Mounds of dirt Extremely dry grass Soil type gravel sand clay Tire pressure 2 22 Beaware of what is located at the bottom of slopes For example Rocks Water Cliffs Roads and Highways PAGE 5 2 23 Safely warning decals are located on the mower and should always be observed and followed PAGE 6 2 24 225 2 26 221 2 28 Never operate the mower with the discharge chute open Prevent Fires Remove grass and debris from engine compartment and muffler area before and after
8. C9 For additional information please see us at TractorSupply com www badboymowers com Bad Boy Inc 102 Industrial Drive Batesville Arkansas 2501 8 0 698 0090 Cut and Mail or Fill Out Online under Owners at www badboymowers com Place Stamp Here POST OFFICE WILL NOT DELIVER WITHOUT POSTAGE BAD BOY MOWERS 102 Industrial Drive Batesville AR 72501
9. and bottom of the spindle The bearings are replaceable for a more cost effective repair PAGE 19 MOWING TIPS e Mow header strips at the ends of the lawn and around flower beds first Make them wide enough that you can turn the mower around in the already mown section Then mow back and forth between these header strips overlapping each lap by about 1 8 the width of the mower s deck e Don t cut your grass too short particular for cool season grasses Higher heights usually provide for a deeper root system looks better and is less likely to have weeds invading particularly crabgrass e Don t remove any more than one third of the grass leaf at any one cutting If circumstances arise that a lawn gets too tall and you just have to lop off a bunch to get caught up bite the bullet and break it down into several mowings to get caught up with 3 or so days between cuttings e NEVER SCALP YOUR LAWN Scalping severely damages the root system to such a degree that it may die e Avoid mowing when the grass is wet or when it s dark e Avoid throwing grass clippings into the street and driveway where they can be washed into the sewer system After mowing clean up driveway and walkways e When mowing remove only a third with each cutting except for the first mowing of the season when it s ok to remove more You can safely leave clippings that will quickly decompose and add nutrients back into the soil Contrary to popular opinion grass clip
10. 4 Hex Bolt 17 1 10198051400 5 16 Lock Washer 18 1 1013 8043 00 5 16 Nut S O 19 3 018107 00 s xil 8bot 29 1 21 1 1015 000200 exhaust 1 063 2000 00 Ar Fiter w Predeaner 251m 24 1 1063 6000 00 jUniersinineFuelFiter 25 1 062801800 fie Spindle Assembly for 48 54 MZ Magnum ITEM 1 018 5040 00 3 8 16 1 1 4 GR Hex Bolt 018 6020 00 7 8 1 038 4826 00 MZ 48 Blade 9 4 013 6014 00 3 8 42 MZ amp 48 54 MZ Magnum Chute Assembly QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 206 6020 00 Chute Hanger 039 4891 00 Discharge Chute Bracket MZ Upper 013 8049 00 018 8066 00 019 6042 00 210 6015 98 Parts 2 3 5 7 8 Make s up the Mz discharge Assembly PAGE 33 MZ Magnum 54 Deck Assembly DETAIL A PAGE 34 MZ Magnum 54 Deck Assembly DESCRIPTION 54 MZ Deck Chute Hanger 48 MZ 5 16 Nylon Flange Nut 5 16 x 7 8 Carriage Bolt 360 Plastic Washer 6 1 037200 0 Spindle S 8 1 04 00000 jyi6xiSqareKey 0 0000000 9 11 1018 601900 1 2 20x11 2 Grade5FineThreadBot 5 8 x 1 1 2 Grade 8 Bolt 3 8 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt 1 2 x 2 3 4 Hex Bolt 5 8 x 4 Hex Bolt 1 2 x 2 3 4 Hex Bolt 3 8 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt 1 4 x 3 4 Hex Bolt B 138 Belt 54 MZ Magnum PAGE 35 037 2000 00 Spindle Assembly MZ Parts Li
11. 6 9 1 9 2 9 3 9 4 9 5 9 6 9 7 MOVING INOPERABLE MOWER If itis necessary to move mower when the engine is inoperable the hydraulic drive pumps are equipped with bypass valves Refer to service manual section for bypass valve location Do not tow machine Use a winch to load on a trailer for transporting ATTENTION RETURN BYPASS VALVES TO OPERATING POSITION BEFORE RUNNING MOWER FOLLOWING REPAIRS Your Bad Boy Mower Weighs MZ MAGNUM SERIES 565 620 Ibs Weights fluctuate with the addition of accessories As you can see by the weights of the machines you shouldn t ever try to push or pull a Bad Boy Mower by hand This could cause serious bodily injury Hopefully you ll never need to use this section of the manual However if you do use extreme caution when moving machine MOWER BLADE MAINTENANCE 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 NEVER attempt to straighten a bent blade by heating NEVER attempt to weld a cracked blade The blades can break and cause serious injury or death NEVER work with blades while engine is running or deck clutch is engaged ALWAYS place deck clutch in DISENGAGE position while performing maint
12. d must be in this position to start machine Put PTO switch in the OFF position If your machine has been equipped with a ROPS Roll Over Protection System then you must fasten seatbelt If machine has not been started recently engage the choke Make sure nothing is under or around machine Place key in ignition and turn Once machine is started disengage the choke Increase RPM by sliding the throttle to fast position toward the rabbit Owners must become familiar with the controls before operating a zero turn radius vehicle 3 11 3 12 3 13 3 14 Start slowly and build your skill level Have ample practice before using the machine at full capabilities Be comfortable with machine before engaging blades Know what each component controls before using machine Your mower will perform differently on an incline decline Be cautious slow down and do not make any sudden jerking movements with control arms The machine could lose traction on a decline or tip backwards on an incline Once you become comfortable with your Bad Boy Mower you will notice your overall mowing time will decrease Avoid operating your mower on side hills of over 5 degrees inclines of over 10 degrees and declines of over 15 degrees MOWER MAINTENANCE Check each and provide maintenance when needed DAILY 4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4 Check Engine Oil Check Engine Air Filter Tire Pressure Inspect Blades Within FIRST five hours of u
13. enance Use blocks when you MUST work under mower ALWAYS wear thick gloves when handling blades ALWAYS check for blade damage if mower strikes rock branch or other objects that could potentially damage the blade REMEMBER NEVER CHECK BLADE WHILE ENGINE IS ON NEVER CHECK BLADES WHILE BLADES ARE ENGAGED 10 1 10 2 10 3 10 4 10 5 10 6 GREASING THE BEARINGS Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch Move the motion control levers outward to the neutral position engage parking brake stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position Grease Type NGLI grade Z2 multi purpose gun grease Grease the front caster pivots Clean the grease fittings with a cloth Scrape any paint off the front of the fitting s Connect a grease gun to each fitting Pump grease in fittings until grease begins to seep out of the bearings Wipe up excess grease Refer to service manual section for grease fitting locations PAGE 11 HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT BLADE Essentially there are only TWO basic styles of mowing blades used or approved for use on our current products 1 Ihe standard style of mowing blade is essentially designed for cutting grass and effectively discharging the clippings out from the deck to fall onto the lawn or to be captured in a grass collection system standard blades are also referred to as 2 in 1 discharging amp ba
14. et your fingers between belt and pulley To check the level of the deck start on a flat surface and set the air pressure in all four tires Raise the deck up and measure all four corners of the deck to see if it is level from left to right and front to back All decks should be level from left to right and have a 1 8 pitch down in the front PAGE 18 If deck adjustments are necessary the deck hanger bolts have adjustable Slots These adjusters affect the overall height of the deck and the level from left to right The deck spring tension is critical If the tension is too much it will cause the spring to break If too loose the belt can jump off or slip on the pulleys and cause a cut quality issue With the deck up the spring coil gap should be about 025 030 about the thickness of a credit card Spring tension adjustments can be made by sliding the bolt shown above forward or backward in the slot of the deck The condition of the blades can drastically affect the cut quality of the mower deck Replace as necessary These blades were used considerably too long Resharpening is recommended by professionals only to determine when the blade needs to be replaced and because of the need for rebalancing To change blades it may be easier to use a piece of wood to keep the blade from turning so that the bolt can be loosened Retorque the blade bolts to 90 110 Ibs The blade spindles contain a sealed ball bearing in the top
15. gging or high lift blades because they are designed to create a higher lifting airflow 2 Mulching blades generally have a more curved style surface and frequently include extra cutting t6 9 surfaces along the blade edges These blades may also come in a design which is actually two individual blades arranged in a perpendicular fashion to enhance mulching The blades are usually found on older style mowers newer ones utilize blades with more advanced mulching technology Mulching blades may also be referred to as 3 in 1 mulching discharging amp bagging or all purpose blades Bear in mind that the re circulating airflow design of 3 1 blades makes them less efficient at discharging grass clippings than a standard 2 1 blade As with most all purpose tools there is some give and take as opposed to using a tool designed for a more specific purpose If you re experiencing less than desired cutting or discharging performance with a 3 1 blade you may want to check into using a 2 1 blade Conversely if you re using a 2 1 blade and want to mulch clippings you should see about the availability of mulching blades or a mulching kit The type of blade installed on a new mower is a decision the retailer makes for each model of mower based on the expected needs of most customers If you re unsure of which blade is on a particular model inspect the blade Blades have part numbers stamped into them Then compa
16. gth 390 ID Plastic Washer Deck height lever pin Solenoid 4 20 Hex Flange Nuts Zinc w Serrations 4 20 x 3 4 GR 5 Hex Bolts Zinc 0 red battery cable 2 red cable MZ Battery Black Boot For ground cable Red Boot Battery Hold Down 24 Ground Cable MZ Idler arm Bracket 4 3 4 Idler Pulley 1 4 Drive in Grease Fitting 1 2 x 2 3 4 Hex Bolt 1 2 13 Nylon Flange Nut Orange 5 8 x 4 Hex Bolt 635 ID Plastic Washer 8 Std NC Nylock Nut 2 Hex Nut All Thread pump Idler Tensioner 34 9050 00 Deck spring big diameter 18 0001 00 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 short neck bolt 19 5029 00 3 8 Flat Washer m m m 13 6014 00 64 8057 00 Brake cable for MZ 18 5200 00 13 5019 00 26 0110 00 18 8065 00 13 9002 00 39 7001 98 14 2051 00 26 0100 00 1 054 8016 00 Choke Seat Assembly o 6 1 1026201000 X MZSeatPlate 5 16 Lock Washer 8 4 j019 7040 00 1 4 Flat Washer 9 2 019 6042 00 j 360IDPlasic Washer 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Bolt 3 8 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt PAGE 29 Z O D V lt X lt DETAIL PAGE 30 D X D gt D 3 2 lt M PART NUMBER m ZT Left MZ Models otter Pin Brake bar on Mz Z Brake Lock Bracket teering linkage for Mz Left 8 24 Ball Joint uick Release Ball Joint teering linkage for Mz right 8 Lock Washer 3 8 Fine Threaded Jam Nut Brake Spring MZ Brake Release Bar Rear rim for a 48 amp 54
17. have adversely affected the operation performance or durability of the turf equipment or ix damage or defects due to or arising out of repair of turf equipment by person or persons other than an authorized Bad Boy Inc service dealer or the installation of parts other than genuine Bad Boy Inc recommended parts As a condition to this warranty customer shall have read the operator s manual and shall have returned to Bad Boy Inc within the prescribed time the enclosed warranty registration card Bad Boy Inc 102 Industrial Drive Batesville AR 72501 1 866 622 3269 www badboymowers com Technical Support Brad Covington Taylor Prince James Russell Warranty Dustin Tissiere Parts Chris Epperson Robert Patterson brad covington badboymowers com taylor prince badboymowers com james russell badboymowers com ee ee eee dustin badboymowers com UE chris epperson badboymowers com EEA robert patterson badboymowers com Cut and Mail or Fill Out Online under Owners at www badboymowers com WARRANTY REGISTRATION Full Name Address City State Zip SERIAL TE TE TE TE IE JE JE IE IE IE IL 1 Purchase Date Telephone Purchased From I certify that have been properly instructed on operating this machine TRACTOR SUPPLY
18. length of the rod slows the pump down Lengthening the rod will increase the speed of the pump PAGE 13 SECTION 2 DRIVE BELT shown to the right is the MZ pump belt tensioner Tightening the two 3 4 jam nuts on the right side will increase the belt tension Factory setting is about 030 about the thickness of a credit card between coils as shown a RAID iud 14 SECTION 3 ENGINE some models have a drain hose installed on the engine for easier oil changes All gas engines used by Bad Boy use 10w30 and have an oil capacity of 2 quarts Bad Boy recommends that the oil and filter be changed every 50 hours of usage The fuel filter is located in the fuel line about 12 from the carburetor on the side of the engine Note the direction of flow on the side of the filter Replace once a year Remove and inspect air cleaner weekly More often in dusty conditions Do not blow filter out with air pressure this will cause the filter to be filled with tiny holes that will allow dirt to enter Instead tap filter on side to remove any debris Replace at least once a year more often in dusty conditions Torque the clutch bolt to 50 ft Ibs on all models Re torque at every oil change All Models PAGE 15 SECTION 4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The 25 amp main fuse is located just behind the battery connected to the starter solenoid On most models the red wire coming out of
19. ly to turf equipment operated under normal conditions and properly serviced and maintained The warranty expressly does not cover i any defects damage or deterioration due to normal use wear and tear or exposure ii normal maintenance services such as oil change cleaning lubrication adjustment iii replacement of services items such as oil lubricants spark plugs belts rubber hoses or other items subject to normal service replacement iv damage or defects arising out of or relating to misuse neglect alteration negligence or accident v repair or replacement arising from operation of or use of the turf equipment which is not in accordance with operating instructions as specified in the operator s manual or other operational instructions provided by Bad Boy Inc vi repair or replacement arising as a result of any operation from turf equipment that has been altered or modified so as to indetermination of Bad Boy Inc adversely affect the operation performance or durability of the equipment or that has altered modified or affected the turf equipment so as to change the intended use of the product vii repair or replacement necessitated by use of parts accessories or supplies including gasoline oil or lubricants incompatible with the turf equipment or other than as recommended in the operators manual or other operational instructions provided by Bad Boy Inc viii repairs or replacements resulting from parts or accessories which
20. me with a dull mower blade To bag or mulch Grass clippings do not contribute to thatch buildup or increase the chances of disease If you mow your lawn at the right height without removing any more than 1 3 of it s total height clippings will quickly breakdown without a trace These clippings contribute additional nitrogen and other nutrients to the soil and supply it with additional organic materials Clippings from a 1000 sq ft lawn can add as much as 1 2 pounds of nitrogen back into the soil If you have a compost pile then you may want to bag your clippings occasionally to add much needed green matter to the compost pile Make sure it is mixed thoroughly with brown matter to avoid a strong ammonia odor DO NOT COMPOST CLIPPINGS after applying any weed control or weed feed type product Before adding clippings to the compost pile wait at least 3 mowings after these products have been applied PAGE 20 PARTS SECTION Front Tire Assembly Front Tire Assembly 3 1 025 0008 00 Front Wheel Spanner 4 1 1918 0004 00 1 2x7HexBoltGrade5 5 1 013 9004 00 1 Fine Thread Nut 6 1 018 0005 00 1 14 x 5 Hex Bolt Grade 8 Zinc Yellow 8 1 1014 2050 00 RubberBearingCap PAGE 21 Steering Arm Assembly Items Per Side Drive Arm lever housing 027 9000 00 left 027 9001 00 Right Direction Steering Arm 031 8821 00 Left 031 8822 00 Right Welded to Frame PAGE 22
21. nt parts are to be used on your mower Replacement parts are available through your local Bad Boy Mower Dealer Remember to always provide the following information when ordering parts 1 Correct part number 2 Correct serial number All warranty repair and service must be handled through your authorized Bad Boy Mowers dealer To locate the nearest dealer go to our website and click on Locate a Dealer PAGE 4 MOWER SAFETY GUIDELINES 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 seek additional training when possible to learn more about safety techniques and practices SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 2 Always remain seated while operating machine 2 3 Always maintain a safe distance from people and pets while mowing 2 4 Always disengage blades place steering controls in neutral engage parking brake and remove ignition key when leaving operators seat 25 Always operate machine in daylight or with adequate working lights 2 6 Bealert of surroundings Watch for rocks stumps and mounds or depressions while mowing 2 Always wear eye protection while mowing and servicing 2 0
22. operating machine especially after mowing or mulching in dry conditions Do not store machine near open flame or source of ignition such as a water heater or furnace Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job Always maintain the correct tire pressure Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel 2 29 Never operate machine in a closed area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect 2 30 Let engine cool before storing 2 31 Park machine on level ground Never allow untrained personnel to service machine 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 9 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 3 10 Understand service procedure before doing work MOWER OPERATION Never operate the machine with faulty equipment Always be alert of sudden changes in landscape as the mower will react differently on slopes or embankments than it will on flat surfaces Never operate the mower with the discharge chute open Do not cross terrain other than grass with blades turning This could cause damage to property or bystanders Place parking brake in up position Drive arms must be in the open position While sitting on the machine each arm is positioned away from the operator to the right and left Drive arms will lock into place an
23. or workmanship defects The battery warranty must be obtained through the battery manufacturer 3 HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE UNDER THIS WARRANTY Warranty service can be arranged by contacting the dealer where you purchased the mower or by contacting Bad Boy Inc Proof of the date of purchase may be required to verify warranty coverage A 4 WARRANTY LIMITATION A THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY ANY WARRANTY THAT MAY BE IMPLIED FROM THIS PURCHASE INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you BAD BOY INC WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND OR EXPENSES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE MOWER Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation s or exclusion s may not apply to you Only the warranty expressed in this limited warranty shall apply and no dealer distributor or individual is authorized to amend modify or extend this warranty in any way Accordingly additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentations whether oral or written do not constitute warranties by Bad boy Inc and should not be relied on This warranty extends on
24. ortant thing is proper fuel preparation Use a fuel stabilizer in your final tank of fuel or run dry Choke and repeatedly crank engine until it will not start This will decrease the potential for varnish or gum deposits forming in your system Q How do prevent an uneven cutting pattern and increase the quality of cut A Check tire pressure check blade sharpness replace blades or sharpen at least once per year or when needed make sure blades are 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 and vary your mowing pattern each time you cut your grass Q What should do if my mower won t start A Check battery charge and connection grounds check your fuel make sure fuel is less than 30 days old and contains no water make sure your spark plug is in good condition and spark plug wire is attached and make sure air filter is clean a dirty filter makes it more difficult for the engine to draw air Check for broken wires or bad connections 64 Q What should I do if the blades won t engage 6 4 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 65 Q What type of fuel is recommended for my mower 65 A We recommend that you use a name brand fuel to ensure quality Use fuel with an octane ra
25. pings do not add to thatch buildup Grass blades are made up of about 75 water e Mow your lawn in a different direction with each mowing especially with lawns of shorter grass types Altering the direction ensures a more even cut since grass blades will grow more erect and less likely to develop into a set pattern e Keep your mower s blade sharp which means having it sharpened several times during the mowing season Keep several blades around so you ll always have a sharp one on hand Sharp blades cut the grass cleanly and help mulch clippings into small pieces which break down quickly e Don t forget to change your mower s oil at least once during the mowing season For brand new mowers change the oil after about 5 hours of operation during the initial break in period e At the end of the mowing season use a fuel stabilizer in the remaining gasoline the spring don t use that old gas unless you properly used a fuel stabilizer it can cause a number of problems Better to use fresh gasoline to begin the new mowing season Leaf blade demonstrates what a leaf blade should look like after mowing with a sharp blade Leaf blade B demonstrates a leaf blade that was injured by a dull mower blade Leaf blade C was cut by the mower but indicates that the mower blade is not sharp enough The shredded white tissue protruding from the leaf blades C and D is the vascular tissue of the plant Leaf blade D has been mown for quite some ti
26. re these part numbers with the unit s Operator s Manual or Parts List It is true there are many other styles of blades available But since we don t manufacture or recommend using these other aftermarket styles we will leave them out of this discussion Should you want more information on special application or aftermarket blades you should contact the companies that make these products NOTE Customers using non OEM blades do so at their own risk The use of unapproved non OEM blades may void any or all of the mower and engine factory warranties MULCHING KITS These generally consist of mulching blades and a mulching plug which closes off the discharge opening to keep the clippings contained under the deck for re cutting plus any necessary hardware for installation Please check with your parts distributor regarding the contents of a particular mulching PAGE 12 SERVICE SECTION SECTION 1 HYDROSTATIC SYSTEM The hydrostatic system on MZ models is a sealed lifetime transaxle system so no maintenance is required Under the rear of the mower you will find the two levers shown in the images These bypass levers serve as a neutral for moving the mower without the engine running Pull the levers out and lock them into place to activate the bypass When adjusting the tracking on the mower the length of the pushrods can be changed by screwing the swivel joint in or out on the ends of the rods Shortening the overall
27. sage change engine oil and filter EVERY 30 HOURS OF USAGE 4 5 Grease Machine EVERY 50 HOURS OF USAGE 4 6 Change Engine Oil and Filters Check filters once a year if under 50 hours Check air and fuel filters more often in dry dusty conditions PAGE 7 PAGE 8 9 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 9 9 9 6 5 7 9 0 9 9 9 10 9 11 6 1 6 1 6 2 6 2 6 3 6 3 MOWER STORAGE amp TRANSPORTATION Keep machine from collecting debris by storing in a covered area while not in use Fuel can harm your machine if left for more than 30 days without changing especially if the fuel contains ethanol Never use fuel with more than 10 ethanol by volume E 15 is not permitted Disconnect the negative battery cable when machine will be stored for more than 30 days Always secure machine properly when transporting machine Do not load machine on trailer with blades engaged Do not use ramps to load the machine Make sure Parking Brake is in up position In wet conditions tires may spin while loading unloading If necessary wait for dry conditions before loading unloading Make sure mode of transportation is suitable to bear the weight of mower Deck height should be set at maximum before attempting to load secure mower with at least two straps capable of securing weight of mower TROUBLESHOOTING Q How should prepare Bad Boy Mower for the off season A When preparing for any down period of 90 days or more the most imp
28. st PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 037 6027 00 MZ Spindle Housing 0 2 1 037 6028 00 MZ Spindle Spacer Component 037 6025 00 MZ Spindle Shaft 037 6024 00 MZ Spindle Bearing PAGE 36 091 0208 00 Magnum Brake Decal 091 0203 00 Magnum 27hp Decal Rear Panel 091 0200 00 091 0207 00 MZ Magnum Front Grill Decal Magnum Steering 091 1040 00 Speed Brake MZ Floor Panel Cluster bd RA T 091 3150 0 QA Outlaw Warning Decal Ekki e 091 0206 00 Magnum Steering 091 0209 00 KEEP HANDS amp FEET AWAY Speed Control Magnum Choke Decal DO NOT OPERATE MOWER ER UNLESS GUARD OR GRASS 00 CATCHER IS ATTACHED PX 091 1010 00 Danger Decal Spindle Discharge 091 0201 00 MZ Logo Decal Front 091 1020 00 MZ Hydraulic Decal 091 0904 00 091 0903 00 54 Deck Decal 48 Deck Decal 091 0204 00 Magnum 726cc Decal Rear Panel 091 0202 00 Magnum Instrument Panel Decal 091 301 7 00 Pump Belt Route Decal 091 1045 00 MZ Belt Route Decal PAGE 37 PAGE 38 2013 LIMITED WARRANTY FOR BAD BOY MZ amp MZ MAGNUM SERIES 1 WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG Bad Boy Inc will at its option repair or replace without charge any part covered by the warranty which is found to be defective in material and or workmanship for two 2 years after the date of sale to the original retail RU Dmime Indusirid I POSE in whi ine bad
29. the engine is the charging wire from the alternator Check for 13 6 14 2 volts dc at this wire with engine at full throttle Check the condition and connection of the relays located under the control panel Ensure that they are clean and connected Make sure that wire terminal ends have not been pushed out of the relay block E Ue Im gt w E PAGE 16 00 _ B 3 CEJ ar START Fi on 1 i 42 17 er 17 m MM i m E Pf PAGE 17 SECTION 5 FRAME Torque rear wheel lugs to 65 75 ft Ibs Retorque at every oil change All models There is one grease fitting on each of the actuator bar pillow blocks Total of 4 Grease twice a season The pump belt tensioner is located under the engine and has a grease fitting at its pivot point Grease at every engine oil change The deck belt tensioner is located at the rear of the deck and has a grease fitting on its pivot point Grease at every engine oil change The control arm blocks have grease fittings located on the top and bottom of each block Grease one time a year Grease fittings MZ model total 10 SECTION 6 CUTTING DECK To remove the deck belt lift up on the belt while rotating the pulley to roll the belt up and off of the pulley be sure not to g
30. ting near 87 Higher octane fuels offer no benefit Only fuels with an ethanol content of 10 or less may be used 15 is not permitted 66 Q Do you offer touch up paint for your mowers 6 6 Touch up paint is available Contact your local dealer for more information CONTROLS 71 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 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 73 Choke Control The MZ Magnum uses 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 74 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 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 T 3 7 2 7 5 PAGE 9 PAGE 10 8 1 8 2 8 3 8 4 8 9 8
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