BBM ZT ELITE MODELS ZERO-TURN MOWER. Manual - part 3

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SECTION 3: 

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.

3.1  Place parking brake in up position 
3.2  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 and 
must be in this position to start machine.

3.3  Put PTO switch in the 

"OFF" position.

3.4  If your machine has been equipped with a ROPS (Roll Over Protection System) then you 

must fasten seatbelt.

3.5  If machine has not been started recently, engage the choke.
3.6  Make sure nothing is under or around machine.
3.7  Place key in ignition and turn.
3.8  Once machine is started, disengage the choke.
3.9  Increase RPM by sliding the throttle to fast position, toward the rabbit.
3.10  Owners must become familiar with the controls before operating a zero-turn radius vehicle.
3.11  Start slowly and build your skill level. Have ample practice before using the machine at full 

capabilities.

3.12  Be comfortable with machine before engaging blades. Know what each component controls 

before using machine.

3.13  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. 

3.14  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.

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SECTION 4: 

MOWER MAINTENANCE

First

Every 50

Every 100

Every

Daily

8

Hours or

Hours or 

250

Section

Maintenance

Hours

Annually*

Annually*

Hours

Check and add engine oil

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Section 3
Section 2
(Pump) 6

(Deck)

Check condition of blades

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Section 6

Check for fuel and oil leakage

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Section 3

Initial oil change

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Section 3

Change engine oil and filter

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Section 3

Tighten nuts and screws

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Grease mower

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Section 5

Replace fuel filter◊

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Section 3

Change Hydraulic oil and filter

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Section 1

Clean combustion chamber 

 Dealer

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* Maintenance by hour or annually which ever come first

◊

 

Check air and fuel filter more often in dust conditions

Dealer 

 Get maintenance performed at a registered dealership

Section 4

Section 3

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Section 1

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Check battery terminal connections

Initial change of hydraulic oil and 
filter

Replace air element and pre-cleaner 
◊

Clean or replace spark plugs and set 
gap

Check and adjust valve clearance 

Dealer

Clean and lap valve seating surface 

Dealer

Interval

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●

Check all belts for proper alignment

Check tire pressure and wheel lug 
nuts

Section 5

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SECTION 5:

 MOWER STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION

5.1  Keep machine from collecting debris by storing in a covered area while not in use.
5.2  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.

5.3  Disconnect the negative battery cable when machine will be stored for more than 30 days.
5.4  Always secure machine properly when transporting machine.
5.5  Do not load machine on trailer with blades engaged.
5.6  Do not use ramps to load the machine.
5.7  Make sure Parking Brake is in “up” position.
5.8  In wet conditions tires may spin while loading / unloading. If necessary, wait for dry 

conditions before loading / unloading. 

5.9  Make sure mode of transportation is suitable to bear the weight of mower.
5.10   Deck height should be set at maximum before attempting to load.
5.11   Secure mower with at least two straps capable of securing weight of mower.