User Guide

NOTES:
1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil after every 100
hours operation. Change more often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather
periods.
2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Refer to
Engine Owner’s Manual for recommendations and other maintenance items.
4. Inspect every 100 hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed. Otherwise, replace
every 500 hours or 2 years whichever comes first.
5. Check fuel line hoses, fuel valve and grommet for any cracks or leaks.
6. Change the filter and oil using 20W50 motor oil.
REFERENCES:
a — Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (500
hours), repeat cycle.
Introduction
WARNING: Unless specifically required, DO
NOT have engine running when servicing or
making adjustments to tractor. Always
disengage deck clutch, place H-bar steering in
neutral, place cruise control lever in neutral
position, stop engine, and remove ignition key.
Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power
should be performed by trained personnel only.
To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure
proper ventilation is available when engine must
be operated in an enclosed area. Read and
observe safety warnings in front of manual.
DANGER: Before working on or under the
deck, make certain engine cannot be accidentally
started. Shut engine off and remove ignition
switch key for maximum safety. Repairs or
maintenance requiring engine power should be
performed by trained personnel only.
DANGER: Exercise caution when working
under the deck as the mower blades are
extremely sharp. Wearing gloves is advisable
when working around or with the blades.
WARNING: Except when changing or checking
belt, always keep belt covers on mower for
safety as well as cleanliness.
WARNING: When possible clean under mower,
using a stick or similar instrument making sure
that no part of the body, especially arms and
hands are under mower.
Regular maintenance is the best prevention for costly
downtime or expensive, premature repair. The following
pages contain suggested maintenance information and
schedules which the operator should follow on a routine
basis.
Remain alert for unusual noises, they could be signaling
a problem. Visually inspect the machine for any abnormal
wear or damage. A good time to detect potential problems
is while performing scheduled maintenance service.
Correcting the problem as quickly as possible is the best
insurance.
WARNING: Keep your machine clean and
remove any deposits of trash and clippings,
which can cause engine fires and hydraulic
overheating as well as excessive belt wear.
Clear away heavy build-up of grease, oil and dirt,
especially in the engine and hydraulic reservoir area; minute
dust 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.
To do this it will be necessary to raise and block the deck
in the full up position and scrape the build-up from
underneath.
Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service
mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled
personnel. Consult your Hustler service center when
assistance is needed.
Description of deck operation
The blades are indirectly driven by the engine through a
V-belt drive system. The V-belt drives a pulley located on
top of spindle housing assemblies. The pulleys drive 1”
spindle shafts which in turn drive the blades. A blade is
affixed to each spindle shaft by a 5/8” bolt.
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WEEKLY MONTHLY ANNUALLY OR
SERVICE AT OR 50 OR 100 500
INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS HOURS HOURS
Verify safety start interlock system Daily
Visually inspect unit for loose
hardware and/or damaged parts Daily
Visually inspect tires Daily
Check oil level, engine (1) Daily or every 4 hrs.
Clean air intake screen Daily or every 4 hrs.
Check fuel level Daily
Blades - sharpen & securely fastened Daily
Discharge chute - securely in place &
in lowest position Daily
Replace air cleaner paper element As needed
Grease gauge wheel bearings x
Change engine oil filter x
Change engine oil and filter (3) After first 5 hours operation
Clean cylinder and head fins (a) x
Replace air cleaner element x
Change engine oil x
Check tire pressure with a gauge x
Tighten lug nuts on wheels (2) x
Check hydraulic oil level x
Clean engine exterior (a) x
Clean and regap spark plugs (a) x
Check pump and deck belt tension
& condition (4) x
Check fuel lines (5) x
Check fuel valve and grommet (5) x
Change fuel filter x
H-bar lever tension x
Grease deck spindle housings x
Replace spark plugs x
Change C-IZT pump/motor
transmission oil & filter (6) Every 200 hours or 2 years