TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 To The New Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Model And Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parts And Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil And Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Engine Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 General Engine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Fuel Evaporation System Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Mower Blade Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .
GENERAL INFORMATION This manual applies to the following Hustler® Turf Equipment equipment lines: Hustler® Raptor® SD To The New Owner The purpose of this manual is to assist owners and operators in maintaining and operating your Hustler® mower. Please read it carefully; information and instructions furnished can help you achieve years of dependable performance.
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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • It is also the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics are qualified and physically able individuals, properly trained in the operation of this equipment. • All operators and mechanics must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls and decals. • Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
602041 Part Number 602041 601967 • Keep a safe distance from the machine. WARNING: Hot surface! • Clean flammable material from WARNING: Fire! machine. Prevent fires by keeping engine compartment, top of deck, exhaust area, battery, fuel line, fuel tank and operator’s station clean of accumulated trash, grass clippings, and other debris. Always clean up spilled fuel and oil.
DANGER: Battery Hazards! Part Number 601815 601815 • Avoid skin contact with battery acid • Do not overfill battery. • Do not allow open flame near the battery when charging. • Electrolyte may overflow and damage paint, wiring or structure. When clean- • Hydrogen gas forms inside the • ing the battery, use soap and water. Be careful not to get soap and water into the battery. Use soda mixed in water to clean corrosion off the terminals.
Part Number 601981 WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine. WARNING: Roll over! • 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. WARNING: Back over! • Do not carry passengers. • Always stop machine if someone enters the area.
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. 604856 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. Safe Operation 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. Never leave a running mower unattended.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating the mower. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights.
Do not tow on slopes. The weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of steering control. Another consideration to safe mowing on slopes is to be aware of what is located at the bottom of the slope. Extreme caution should be used when there is a hazard located at the bottom of the slope. Some examples are: 1. Water; i.e. lake, river 2. Cliffs, retaining walls 3. Roads, highways 4. Buildings 5.
Control Panel steering control levers are in the park brake position the mower will not move when the engine is on and drive pumps are operating A . D WARNING The parking brake may not hold the mower if parked on a slope. Block or chock the machine when parked on a slope. E B B. Deck lift pedal (Figure 3-4) — the deck lift pedal is used to raise or lower the deck. Push on the pedal to raise the deck and then place the deck height locking pin into the desired cutting height hole.
Dealer. WARNING The safety interlock system should always function per steps 4 and 5. If it does not function properly, it should be corrected immediately. Do not operate machine without a properly functioning seat safety switch. Engine Starting The mower’s safety start interlock system is also designed to protect the operator and others from accidental injury due to unintentional engine starting. The engine starting motor will not engage until: 1. Steering control levers are in the park brake position.
operating the equipment. 1. Place the steering control levers in the park brake position. 2. Throttle the engine back to low idle, then disengage the deck clutch. Refer to Mower deck operation section for more details. 3. Let the engine run at low idle for a couple of minutes. 4. Rotate the ignition key counter-clockwise to the “OFF” position. Remove the key from switch before leaving the mower.
steering control lever and finish the turn. (Figure 3-7) FRONT OF MOWER FACES THIS DIRECTION WARNING Always be aware of what is behind the machine before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing up. FORWARD TRAVEL N IMPORTANT: Rapid movement of steering control levers is not recommended as damage to the hydraulic system components may occur. To increase speed, increase steering control lever’s distance from neutral.
Operating suggestions THREE POINT TURN DANGER Prior to operating the mower the operator should be thoroughly familiar with the proper use and operation of the equipment, should read the manual completely and thoroughly, and should have attempted slow moving maneuvers to become familiar with the operation of the equipment before attempting normal speed operation. An inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain.
have additional sets of blades and change blades twice a day: once in the morning and again at noon. Many problems with incorrect cutting patterns are due to dull blades or blades which have been sharpened incorrectly. Information on sharpening blades is listed in this manual’s maintenance section. In addition, most communities have individuals or companies which specialize in sharpening mower blades. Blade sharpness should be checked daily.
Clutch life will be maximized if these procedures are followed. 1. Engage the clutch only when the throttle is set at approximately 2/3 throttle and there is no load on the blades. After clutch engagement, advance the engine throttle to full rpm. Engaging the deck clutch at high engine rpm or when under heavy load (in tall grass, for example) can cause belts and/or electric clutch to slip, resulting in premature wear or possible damage. 2.
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safe Servicing Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death. Service Precautions Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to mower. Park the machine on level ground.
in the engine and under the seat platform areas; minute dust particle are abrasive to close-tolerance engine and hydraulic assemblies. Inspect mower daily for grass clippings and wire or 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.
right handed. Use a Hustler® approved filter element only. WARNING WARNING Incorrect battery cable routing could cause damage to the mower and battery cables. This can cause sparks which can cause a battery gas explosion which will result in personal injury. • Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable(s) before disconnecting the positive (red) cable(s). • Always connect the positive (red) battery cable(s) before connecting the negative (black) cable(s).
1. The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any equipment for the purposes of emissions control prior to or after its sales or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use, or 2. The use of the equipment after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
5. With the hose in position, use a 10 mm wrench or socket and open the valve approximately 4 turns in the counterclockwise direction. Allow 10 minutes for engine oil to adequately drain. 6. After oil is drained, close the valve by turning it in the clockwise direction until it is fully closed. 7. Once the valve is closed, carefully remove the oil drain hose and clean up any spilled oil. IMPORTANT: All oil drips or spills must be cleaned off of the exhaust system before operating the machine. 8.
WARNING Never work with blades while engine is running or deck clutch switch is engaged (on). Always place deck clutch switch in the disengaged position, place steering control levers in the park brake position and turn engine off and disconnect negative battery cable. Block up mower when you must work under it. Wear gloves when handling blades.
Seat Adjustment WARNING The seat on the Hustler® Raptor® SD mower can be adjusted forward and rearward by pivoting the seat platform up and forward. Then, loosen the four cap screws on the underneath side of the seat platform. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are the most comfortable and then tighten the cap screws. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them.
Upper control lever Cap screw Lower control lever Figure 4-11 REV C 4-8 604856
Maintenance Schedule Refer to Figure 4-12, Figure 4-13, Figure 4-14, & Figure 4-15 WEEKLY OR 40 HOURS SERVICE AT INTERVALS INDICATED ANNUALLY OR 100 HOURS Verify safety start interlock system Prior to each use Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts Prior to each use Visually inspect tires Prior to each use Check oil level, engine (1) Prior to each use or every 4 hours Clean air intake screen (4) Prior to each use or every 4 hours Check fuel level Prior to each use Blade
Maintenance Locator Chart Figure 4-12 6 9 2 5 8 11 12 3 4 9 13 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
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 When storing the unit at the end of the mowing season, the mower, engine, and battery should have the following items serviced before storage. If the mower has been stored for an extended period of time, follow the new season preparation steps before beginning operation. General mower preparation for storage 1. Remove all grass, dirt, and trash from mower and cutting units. IMPORTANT: Wash the machine with a mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine.
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INDEX PAGE PAGE Anti-scalp wheels ..................................................3-10 New season preparation ........................................ 6-1 Belts .........................................................................4-5 Operating suggestions ........................................... 3-8 Children ...................................................................3-3 Parts and service ................................................... 1-1 Control Panel ..........................
