Hustler 3500/3700 Owner’s Manual ••••• P.O.
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 Section 4442.
GENERAL INFORMATION This manual applies to the following Hustler equipment lines: Hustler 3500 Hustler 3700 To the new owner The purpose of this manual is to assist owners and operators in maintaining and operating the 3500/3700 tractor. Please read it carefully; information and instructions furnished can help you achieve years of dependable performance.
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3500/3700 TRACTORS HUSTLER TURF COMMERCIAL PRODUCT TWO YEAR (1500 HOURS) LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the following warranty to the original purchaser only: a. Hustler Turf Equipment Tractors and Power Units are warranted for two (2) years or 1500 hours whichever comes first, from date of delivery on all defects in materials and workmanship.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION 1. Dealers must register the unit on-line at www.Hustlerdealer.com or by filling out the Warranty registration form, provided in the owner’s packet. If using the Warranty registration form it MUST be completed and signed by the authorized dealer and original purchaser. 1-4 2. For validation, the completed Warranty registration form MUST be forwarded to Hustler Turf Equipment, within ten (10) days following date of purchase. 3. The date of purchase constitutes delivery.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Incorrect usage of this machine may result in severe injury. Personnel operating and maintaining it should be trained in the proper use and should read the manuals completely and thoroughly before attempting to set-up, operate, adjust, or service this machine. The decals are designed to give the operator brief information needed in the daily operation and service of the machine.
WARNING: Hot fluid under pressure WARNING: Hot surface! • Keep a safe distance from the machine. • Do not open while engine is hot. Wait until the system has fully cooled to service. • Always keep shields or covers in place 601968 WARNING: Fluid under pressure! WARNING: Rotating fan blade! • Keep hands, feet and clothing clear of this area. • Always keep shields or covers in place while machine is in operation.
WARNING: Rotating driveshaft! WARNING: Read Owner’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate or service this machine. 601623 • Keep hands, feet and clothing clear of this area. • Keep a safe distance from the machine. • Keep shields or covers in place while machine is in operation. • Wear ear protection, eye protection and safety shoes when operating this equipment. WARNING: This structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage, overturn, or alteration.
601415 601415 WARNING: Rollover! WARNING: Ejection! • 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. • Never drive the tractor at high speeds without a front-end attachment mounted to the tool bars.
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your tractor, various international symbols have been used on instruments and controls. These symbols are depicted and described below.
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SLOPE GUIDE. Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed E (15o) Slope Guide Lines D (10o) Line B C (5o) Line A 1. 2. 3. 4. Hold this sheet of paper in front of you. Make sure that Line A is horizontal. Align Line B with a vertical surface such as pole, tree or building. Fold the paper along the slope guide lines (C, D or E). Align the closest slope guide line with the ground slope. This will give you a close estimation of the ground slope to be mowed.
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OPERATION Safe Operating Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death. V Operation V Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer. V Never leave a running machine unattended. Park the machine on level ground.
V Use a walk behind, push mower or hand-held trimmer on slopes and near drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage ditches, embankments and water to avoid machine rollover and serious injury or death. V Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding and loss of steering control. V If the mower’s tires lose traction when operating on slopes, disengage the blades, engage the park brake, turn the engine off and get help.
many other possibilities too numerous to mention. Just remember to always exercise extreme caution when operating on any slope. V The ROPS will minimize chance of injury or death from rollover. Seat belt must be fastened while operating a machine equipped with ROPS in the raised and secured position. Both retaining pins and hair pins must be installed. Failure to use seat belt will result in serious injury in the event of a roll over.
Run f Of Pr e- he at t Star A Ignition switch A Throttle Figure 3-2 B Head light switch Figure 3-4 Reverse travel pedal B Master brake pedal Figure 3-3 B. Head light switch (Figure 3-3) — This switch is located under the instrument panel. Push the switch in and rotate the ignition key to the “RUN” position to turn on the head lights. Forward travel pedal Controls A. Throttle control (Figure 3-4 — A cable is linked to engine throttle for controlling engine speed.
C Park brake lever F Release button Figure 3-8 Figure 3-6 G Transmission selector lever shown in the Automatic AWD position Figure 3-9 High range Low range D Differential lock pedal Figure 3-7 variable from zero to full rated speed in each range. The ground speed is controlled by these pedals. Depress the forward travel pedal to progressively increase forward speed. For reverse travel, depress the reverse travel pedal. NOTE: These pedals must be in neutral (not depressed) to start the engine. F.
Steering wheel adjustment Range Forward Reverse Low . . . . 0 - 6 mph (0 - 9.7kph) . . . . 0 - 4 mph (0 - 6.3kph) High . . . 0-15.2 mph (0-24.5kph) . . 0 - 9.9 mph (0 - 15.8kph) The 3500/3700 is equipped with an adjustable steering wheel which can telescope and tilt. To telescope the wheel, turn the wheel hub to the left and raise or lower the steering wheel to the desired height. Then turn the hub to the right to lock it into position.
6. Disengage the park brake and with the PTO disengaged, slowly raise off of the seat. The engine should stop. 7. Engage the park brake and the PTO, slowly raise off of the seat. The engine should stop. 8. If the engine fails to stop and the operator is off the seat, check the function of the seat switch. 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 Hustler Dealer.
The following steps are the correct procedures for starting the engine. If difficulty is encountered, contact the Hustler Dealer in your area. NOTICE: Ether, or other starting fluids, must never be used as a starting aid with this engine. Warranty will be denied when engine damage results from such use. Tilt wheel Warm weather starting To start a cold engine in warm weather or to start an engine that is warm; 1.
vehicles must not touch. 2. Shield eyes. 3. Connect one end of the jumper cable to the battery positive (+) terminal and the other to the auxiliary battery positive (+) terminal. Connect one end of the other cable first to the auxiliary battery (-) negative terminal, and the other end to the Hustler tractor frame. Follow the starting procedures above after the jumper cables are connected as instructed. 4.
reverse are about a 65% of maximum forward speeds. To stop the unit, release the pedal gradually (except on an emergency). When released, the pedal returns to the Neutral position automatically, stopping the unit. Sudden release can result in an abrupt, and possibly dangerous stop. For prolonged operation at a fixed forward speed, use the forward travel pedal to attain the desired speed, then move the cruise control switch to the “ON” position. Speed will remain at the set value when the pedal is released.
WARNING: Never attempt to connect or disconnect the couplers with the hydraulics engaged and the system oil under pressure. the lift control lever must remain in neutral. Figure 3-17 and Figure 3-18 Rear counter-balance weights Auxiliary control valve levers WARNING: Improper operation on slopes can cause injury. Install rear counter-balance weights, when the attachment is installed, to increase stability. Use extreme care when operating on slopes.
WARNING: To minimize chance of injury or death from rollover: keep ROPS in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt. Never operate machine on a slope with the ROPS folded down (lowered position). There is no roll over protection when the ROPS is in the lowered position. Lower the ROPS only when absolutely necessary. Drive slowly and carefully. Raise the ROPS as soon as clearance permits. Read and follow slope operation instructions and warnings.
age, overturn or alteration. If any of these conditions occur, this structure must be replaced. uneven terrain. To prevent personal injury, observe the following precautions when driving the unit. WARNING: Do not remove or alter any of the ROPS parts. Failure to adhere to these instructions could result in severe injury or death. Do not attempt to weld or straighten ROPS. Failure to adhere to these instructions could result in severe injury or death..
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MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safe Servicing Practices V Never run the engine in an enclosed area unless exhaust is vented to the outside. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide which is odorless and deadly poison. V Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the tractor drive system, mower deck or any attachment while the tractor engine is running or PTO is engaged. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained maintenance personnel only.
particle are abrasive to close-tolerance engine and hydraulic assemblies. Daily inspect mower for grass clippings and wire and string tangles. The underside of the mower deck will collect a build-up of grass clippings and dirt, especially when grass is wet or has high moisture content. This build-up will harden, restricting blade and air movement and will probably show a poorer quality of cutting. Therefore it should be removed routinely.
and water. Be careful not to get soap and water into the battery. Clean the battery terminals with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda when they become corroded. Hood latch WARNING: Shorts caused by battery terminals or metal tools touching metal tractor components can cause sparks. Sparks can cause a battery gas explosion which will result in personal injury. Prevent the battery terminals from touching any metal tractor parts when removing or installing the battery.
that links into the main wiring harness. To replace the fusible link wire (Figure 4-5): 1. Order Hustler part number 385603370. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery. 3. Unplug the connector linking the wire to the main wiring harness. 4. Remove the old fusible link wire from the starter terminal. 5. Replace the old fusible link wire with a new one-first attaching to starter terminal, and then connecting into the main wire harness.
Lower cover Front cover Screw Figure 4-6 Screw Figure 4-8 Fuel system DANGER: To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling diesel fuel. Diesel fuel is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Light bulb & socket DANGER: Observe usual fuel handling precautions: Do not smoke while refueling or anywhere near fuel. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. Do not remove fuel cap or fill tank with engine running or while engine is hot.
Store diesel fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. Do not fill diesel fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners. Always place diesel fuel containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. When practical, remove diesel fuel-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground.
Fuel filter Draining the fuel filter: NOTE: The fuel filter should be drained after every 100 hours of operation. 1. Make sure there is adequate fuel in the fuel tank and close the fuel shutoff valve (the handle should be pointing to the “C” position.) Remove the fuel sediment bowl. Figure 4-12 2. Open the fuel shutoff valve until all water has been removed and only fuel flows from the filter base. 3. Install the fuel sediment bowel.
certain period of time is required before the engine oil completely flows down from the oil filler to the crankcase. 4. Check the oil level, accounting for the higher oil level due to the oil filter oil capacity. Engine oil filler Engine oil drain Figure 4-15 engine protection and air cleaner service life, install a new inner safety element every third primary element change or after every 1000 hours of operation, whichever comes first.
It is important to note that whenever an air filter element is cleaned by any method, the person or company performing the cleaning assumes responsibility for the integrity of the filter from then on. The warranty for air filters expires upon cleaning or servicing in any manner because the condition of the filter after servicing is completely out of their control.
WARNING: Allow the engine and radiator to cool before draining and flushing the system. To drain the cooling system: 1. Use a suitable receptacle to catch the used coolant. Remove the radiator cap and open the drain valve to drain the radiator and engine block. Figure 4-18 2. After the coolant has drained, place a water hose in the radiator filler neck and run water through the system. When water is flowing from the block drain valve, start the engine.
Alternator adjusting bolts Fan belt Dipstick Filler hole Figure 4-21 Transmission, front axle and hydraulic system Figure 4-22 WARNING: Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury. Foreign fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor, familiar with this form of injury, or gangrene may result.
Rear axle oil fill & dipstick Figure 4-26 HST oil filter Figure 4-24 Rear axle oil drain Figure 4-27 Hydraulic oil filter Figure 4-25 NOTE: Place the dipstick/filler plug into the oil inlet to measure the oil level. Do not screw dipstick into housing when checking oil level. Figure 4-26 2. If the level is low, add ISO VG46 hydraulic oil through the filler hole. Do not fill above the dipstick full mark. 3. Reinstall the dipstick/filler plug. Change the oil every 500 hours or annually. 1.
Final reduction gear case fill plug Figure 4-29 resistance (50% into the control lever stroke). A reading of 26.4-28.6 lbs. (12-13 kg) is correct at the full engagement point (the final 50% of control lever travel). If the control lever stroke is not correct, or the amount of resistance on the pull scale at the point of resistance is incorrect, proceed to step 3. NOTE: The adjustment bolt on the PTO adjustment linkage uses left-hand threads. 3. Loosen the locknuts on the PTO adjustment linkage.
Jam nut Cable adjuster barrels Bottom edge of brake pedal Park brake linkage Jam nut Figure 4-32 c. When the brakes are dragging. 1. Park tractor on level ground, lower the mower deck or attachment to the ground, turn off tractor and remove key. Chock the front drive tires to keep machine from rolling. Make sure the park brake is in the OFF position. 2. Check the free travel of the brake pedal (Figure 4-33 & Figure 4-34).
4. The 'F' dimension should be between 0.075" and 0.175" (1.9 mm - 4.4 mm) less than 'R' dimension. 5. If the toe-in must be re-adjusted to meet the dimensional requirements, loosen the jam nuts on either end of the tie rod. Figure 4-38 6. Once the jam nuts are both loose and backed off, rotate the tie rod in the appropriate direction and adjust accordingly to meet the dimensional requirements of step #4. 7. Tighten the jam nuts on either end of the tie rod.
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3500/3700 Maintenance Schedule Refer to Figures 4-39 & 4-40 SERVICE AT INTERVALS INDICATED Engine oil level Daily First 50 hours Every 50 hours Every 100 Hours Every 200 hours Every 500 hours Seasonal X Radiator coolant level X Radiator screen X Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts (A) X Hydraulic filter - replace X X HST filter - replace X X Engine oil - replace X X Engine oil filter - replace X Tire pressure X Wheel bolt torque (B) X All fluid levels
MAINTENANCE LOCATOR CHART 10 3 1 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
MAINTENANCE LOCATOR CHART 13 16 15 14 12 13 11 17 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
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STORAGE When storing the unit at the end of the operating season, the following steps should be taken to ensure readiness for the next season. 1. Remove all grass, dirt, and trash from tractor and mower. Clean tractor and mower and touch up all scrapes with Hustler spray paint. IMPORTANT: Wash the machine with a mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of water 2. Install new air filter per Engine Owner’s Manual. 3.
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INDEX PAGE PAGE Auxiliary valve kit (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Park brake adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Preparation of engine for storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 PTO control lever adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . .
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