WARNING: Always lower the hydraulic lift and equipment before stopping the unit. ight transfer valve The weight transfer valve is used to transfer the front ent weight to the tractor unit to reduce equipment on turf and prevent damage and improve front drive eel traction. Figure 3-11 The weight transfer valve should be used according to the ng procedures; With the engine running, push the hydraulic lift lever forward to the floating position. Turn the adjusting knob clockwise until the mower or

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, using jack stands or blocks, in the full up position and scrape the bu

Do not operate the mower without either the discharge chute or the entire grass collection system in place. Fig. 3-12 600876_0706 15 600876_0706 Mower deck operation DANGER: Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck while the engine is running or with the deck drive clutch engaged. Mower blades cannot be seen and are located very close to deck housing. Fingers and toes can be cut off instantly. With the engine running, engage the deck clutch switch (Fig. 3-1) and advance engine thr

Change hydraulic system filter element after first 50 hours of tractor operation, then replace filter and oil in reservoir every 500 hours thereafter. When changing hydraulic oil use 1/2 unit (approximately 3.5 oz.) of Lubrizol additive (Hustler P/N 027912). This additive, available from your Hustler dealer, will increase the performance life of the hydraulic system components. The system filter is located to the right of the hydraulic reservoir. A 600876_0706 20 standard oil filter wrench is us

An operator should not operate on a slope until he is thoroughly familiar with the equipment. Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees. Refer to Figure 2-1, page 7, when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. IMPORTANT: The Hustler ATZ only, is capable of operating on slopes of 15 degrees or more (maximum 25 degrees). Do not operate the Hustler ATZ on slopes greater than 25 degrees. Refer to Figure 2-1, page 7 when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. It is strongly recomme

Change more often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather periods. 2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation. 3. Perform initial hydraulic filter change after 50 hours (one week) of operation. 4. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for recommendations and other maintenance items. 5. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions. Use caution when servicing to prevent dust contamination in the eng

C. Deck clutch switch (Fig. 3-1) — this switch engages the deck. Pull the switch up to engage and push switch down to disengage the clutch. IMPORTANT: Never engage clutch with engine running at high rpm or when the deck is under load. Clutch, belts or deck could be damaged. D. Ignition switch (Fig. 3-1) – a three position switch: off, run, and start. With key inserted, rotate it clockwise to START position; release key when engine starts, and switch will automatically return to the RUN position.

Do not overfill battery. Electrolyte may overflow and damage paint, wiring or structure. When cleaning 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. Avoid crushing Do not jump if machine tips Use seat belt Seat belt must be fastened while operating this machine. Failure to use seat belt will result in serious injury in the event of a roll over. Keep engine and pump compart-ment(s) clean (espec

IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered unimproved land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002. The Engine Owner’s Manual provides information regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control Regulatio

A separate Engine Manual is included with your owner’s packet which contains additional engine information that will not be repeated in this manual. You are urged to read it before attempting any operation or repair of the engine. The Quick Reference Decals are designed to give the operator brief information needed in the daily operation of the machine. These decals are not intended to be used in place of this manual but instead are to be used as an extension of this manual. These decals should