GENERAL INFORMATION This manual applies to the following Hustler equipment lines: Warranty registration The Delivery and Warranty Registration form must be completed and signed to validate your warranty protection. As the new equipment owner, you are expected to see that the form is completed and forwarded to Hustler Turf Equipment at time of delivery. Be sure to register the tractor plus each attachment that displays a model and serial identification number plate with Hustler Turf Equipment.
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HUSTLER Z/HUSTLER Z SHIBAURA DIESEL/SUPER Z/HUSTLER ATZ TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TRACTORS AND DECKS (THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON DECK SPINDLE BEARING & DECK GAUGE FORK BEARING) WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the following warranty to the original purchaser only: a. First and Second Year: Hustler Turf Equipment Tractors and Power Units are warranted for two (2) years from date of delivery on all materials and workmanship.
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. ALLOCATION OF RISKS LIMITATION OF REMEDIES OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY In no case shall Hustler Turf Equipment, be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability in tort, or any other legal theory.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal operation and servicing of this equipment. 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.
Avoid skin contact with battery acid. Always wear eye protection when checking the battery, acid can cause serious injury to skin and eyes. If contact occurs, flush area with clean water and call physician immediately. Acid will also damage clothing. Do not allow open flame near the battery when charging. Hydrogen gas forms inside the battery. This gas is both toxic and flammable and may cause an explosion if exposed to flame. Always remove the negative ground first and replace it last.
SLOPE GUIDE Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. F (25o) - Hustler ATZ only Slope Guide Lines E (15o) 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 a 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.
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OPERATION Safe Operating Practices ▲ Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back towards the operator. Always disengage the blades and wait for them to stop before crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. ▲ Always keep clear of the mower blades and attachments during their operation. ▲ Turn off blades when not mowing. ▲ Slow down before turning.
▲ Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. ▲ Avoid starting and stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. ▲ 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.
Control Panels C C D A A D B E B G E I Kohler EFI units only C Kawasaki liquid cooled units only K C H E D G I L B D F E A B C D E F - Shibaura diesel units only Choke Throttle Deck clutch switch Ignition switch Oil pressure light Check engine light G H I J K L - J Temperature warning light Temperature gauge Alternator warning light Hour meter Glo-plug light Fuel gauge Figure 3-1 IMPORTANT: When access is required under the seat platform and the seat is equipped with the optional
I. J. K. L. temperature. If the coolant reaches an unsafe level during operation, shut down the machine as soon as possible. Never risk continued operation when the gauge needle is in the high range; high temperatures can severely damage the engine. Never risk continued operation when light remains on: high temperatures can severely damage the engine. An audible alarm will sound when the engine coolant is close to overheating. Alternator warning light (Fig.
Safety start interlock system Ambient temperature The tractor is equipped with a safety start interlock system consisting of the park brake switches, seat switch, and deck clutch switch. Check tractor safety start interlock system daily, prior to operation. This system is an important tractor safety feature. It should be repaired immediately if it malfunctions.
Hustler Z shown ROPS Bypass valve Figure 3-7 Figure 3-10 IMPORTANT: Always make certain the two bypass valves are returned to their operating position before running the tractor following repairs. (Fig. 3-6, 3-7 & 3-8) Bypass valve ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) NOTE: Inspect the ROPS after the first 20 hours of operation. Following the initial inspection, check the ROPS after every 500 hours of operation or every six months, whichever comes first. Fig. 3.10 1.
5. 6. 7. 8. dirt or stiffness abrasion to the seat belt webbing damage to the buckle, latch plate or hardware. or any other problem Hustler Z/Super Z shown ROPS post WARNING: The ROPS structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage, overturn or alteration. Do not remove or alter any of the ROPS parts. Do not attempt to weld or straighten ROPS. Failure to adhere to these instructions could result in severe injury or death.
FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION N N FORWARD TRAVEL ZERO DEGREE TURN FORWARD TRAVEL RIGHT TURN REVERSE TRAVEL RIGHT TURN REVERSE TRAVEL N = Neutral Position Direction of arrows indicate direction of tractor movement. Figure 3-14 To make a three point turn to the right, move the left control lever farther forward from neutral than the right control lever and start the turn. Next, pull back on the control levers until they are past neutral and the machine starts to go rearward.
Three point turn ft Le rol nt co ver le Side discharge chute Step 1 Figure 3-16 t gh l Ri ro nt co ver le Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass growing straight and better dispersion of the clippings. Remember, grass grows at different rates at different time of the year. Mow more often in the early spring to maintain the same cutting height. As the growth rate slows in mid summer, mow less frequently.
Stop handle Height adjusting stop Rear mount legs Front mount legs Figure 3-17 Anti-scalp wheel Figure 3-19 BAC-VACTM Mounting If a BAC-VAC™ is to be mounted to an Hustler ATZ tractor it will be necessary to remove the following from the unit: 1. Drive wheel weights 2. Frame weights located between the drive wheels 3. The front and rear mount legs of the ROPS structure. The two post ROPS structure will remain. Fig.
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safe Servicing Practices running. Turn off the engine and be sure the blades have stopped before cleaning. Use a stick to clear a plugged discharge area. Never use your hand! ▲ Grass collection system components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.
air pressure. The recommended pressure are: Drive wheels...............................................8-12 psi (55-83 KPa) Gauge wheels .............................................8-12 psi (55-83 KPa) Solid fill tires are not recommended for Hustler turf equipment. On any machine, with solid filled tires, the warranty claim will be denied. Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel shown 50 amp fuse housing Lubrication Use SAE multi-purpose grease. Electrical system The electrical system is a 12 volt, negative ground.
The system filter is located in front of the hydraulic reservoir. A standard oil filter wrench is used to change filter, threads are right handed. Use a Hustler approved filter element only. IMPORTANT: Prefill the filter element with clean oil, before installing, to prevent drawing air into the system pump. Right tank position Fuel system Left tank position DANGER: Observe usual fuel handling precautions: Do not smoke while refueling.
Pre-cleaner Canister Figure 4-6 Priming bulb Pre-cleaner Figure 4-5 Engine air filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Service Interval chart shown elsewhere in this manual. A specially designed dry filter is standard equipment on these tractors and supplies clean combustion air to the engine. Some examples of the air filter are shown in Fig. 4-6 & 4-7. Recommended service procedure 1. Release clamps and remove element. Clean the canister with a damp cloth. 2.
Super Z liquid cooled shown Radiator cap Reset button Radiator Screen Indicator Overflow reservoir Figure 4-9 Air restriction indicator Figure 4-10 Some Hustler units have an air restriction indicator installed in the air cleaner. Fig. 4-6 Replace the element whenever the restriction indicator reaches the change filter red line. Check the indicator daily and replace element as needed or annually whichever occurs first. Reset the indicator by pushing in on the yellow button after each element change.
the grass, leaving a brown ragged top on the grass within a few hours. A dull blade also requires more power from the engine. Replace any blade which is bent, cracked or broken. ensure blade tips do not touch each other or sides of the mower. WARNING: Failure to correctly torque the bolt may result in the loss of the blade which can cause serious injury. WARNING: Never attempt to straighten a bent blade by heating, or weld a cracked or broken blade as the blade may break and cause serious injury.
Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler ATZ Maintenance Schedule Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Maintenance Schedule Refer to Fig. 4-17, 4-18 & 4-19 Refer to Fig.
Hustler Z/Super Z Maintenance Locator Chart 7 6 12 11 5 11 9 3 16 2b 10 ROPS not shown for clarity 4 1a 6 1b 2a 2c 12 11 11 9 3 3 1a. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick (Kawasaki & Honda) 1b. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick (Kohler) 2a. Fuel Filter 2b. Fuel Filter (927053 & 927061) 2c. Fuel Filter (Kawasaki liquid cooled) 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Plug 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tanks 7. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 8. Hydraulic Oil Filter 9. Gauge Wheel Bearing Zerks (2) 10. Engine Oil Filter 11.
11 12 6 11 9 18 Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Maintenance Locator Chart 5 17 19 7 3 1 6 12 9 11 11 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Maintenance Locator Chart Rear discharge deck 3 1 4 2 3 3 1 4 1. 2. 3. 4.
Hustler Z/ Super Z/ ATZ/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Maintenance Locator Chart 54”/66”/72” XR7 deck 3 1 4 2 3 3 1 4 1. 2. 3. 4.
Hustler ATZ Maintenance Locator Chart 6 7 12 11 5 11 9 16 3 16 2 10 4 6 1 12 11 11 ROPS not shown for clarity 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel/Hustler ATZ TROUBLESHOOTING The majority of operating problems that occur with a system can be traced to improper adjustments or delayed service. A consistently applied preventative maintenance program, as outlined in the maintenance section of this manual, will prevent many problems. The following chart is designed to help you locate a problem by suggesting probable causes and the recommended solutions.
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STORAGE Preparation of batteries for storage When storing the unit at the the end of the mowing season, the following steps should be taken to ensure readiness for the next mowing season. When the machine is to be unused for long periods, it is best to disconnect the batteries and remove them from the unit. At this time perform the following battery maintenance: 1. Clean battery 2. Check the electrolyte level 3. Charge the battery, if necessary 4.
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INDEX PAGE PAGE Anti-scalp wheels .........................................................................18 BAC-VAC mounting ...................................................................18 Belts .............................................................................................23 Children........................................................................................10 Control lever adjustment ..............................................................24 Control panels .......
