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Hustler
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ATZ
Operator's Manual
200 South Ridge Road
Hesston, Kansas
67062
604243
REV C

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  • Page 1 Hustler ® Operator’s Manual 200 South Ridge Road Hesston, Kansas 67062 604243 REV C...
  • Page 2 REV C 604243...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents General Information ........1-1 To the New Owner .
  • Page 4 Fuel and Evaporative Emissions Control System ... . 4-4 Engine Oil and Filter ........4-5 Engine Air Filter .

  • Page 5: General Information

    1. Correct part description. 2. Correct part number. General operation, adjustment and maintenance guidance is 3. Correct model number. outlined for both the experienced and novice Hustler user. ® 4. Correct serial number. Operating conditions vary considerably and cannot all be All warranty repair and service must be handled through an addressed individually.
  • Page 6 WARNING 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 4442.6 provides that it is unlawful to use or operate an internal combustion engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester maintained in effective working order.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 8 WARNING: Thrown objects! • Always maintain a safe distance from people and pets when mowing. 601967 • Always stop machine if someone enters the area. WARNING: Fire! • Clean flammable material from • Inspect area to be mowed for hazards machine.
  • Page 9 DANGER: Battery Hazards! Part Number 601815 601815 • • • Avoid skin con- Do not overfill battery. Do not allow open flame near the tact with battery • battery when charging. Electrolyte may overflow and damage acid • Hydrogen gas forms inside the paint, wiring or structure.
  • Page 10 Part Number 601791 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.
  • Page 11 603916 Part Number 603916 Fast Read Operator’s Manual before attempting to Slow operate this machine. Choke Wear ear protection, eye protection and safety shoes Mower blade engage/disengage switch when operating this equipment. Ignition switch - insert key If warning light comes on, check engine oil For maximum electric clutch life engage at 1/2 - 3/4 throttle position.
  • Page 12 REV C 604243...
  • Page 13 Slope Guide Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. F (25 E (15 Slope Guide Lines D (10 C (5 Line A 1. Hold this sheet of paper in front of you. Make sure that Line A is horizontal. 2.
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  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION  Do not operate the equipment while wearing sandals, ten- Safe Operating Practices nis shoes, sneakers, shorts or any type of loose fitting clothing. Do not use a towel as a headband or neck wrap This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and and do not hang a towel from the waist.

  • Page 16: Using A Ramp

     Do not exceed a 15 degree angle between the ramp and cause serious physical injury. the ground or between the ramp and the trailer or truck.  The Hustler ® mower is capable of operating horizontally  Avoid sudden acceleration when on a ramp.

  • Page 17: Children

    6. Extremely dry conditions of grass Children 7. Tire pressure The attachments mounted to the mower will also affect Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the way it handles on a slope. Be aware that each attach- the presence of children.

  • Page 18: Controls

    Control Panel and stays lit until the engine is running and a safe oil pressure is developed. If light comes on during operation, shut engine off immediately and locate and correct the problem. D. Throttle control (Figure 3-1) — a cable is linked to the engine throttle for controlling engine speed.

  • Page 19: Safety Start Interlock System

    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 cannot be located, contact your Hustler ® Dealer. WARNING...

  • Page 20: Engine Starting

    The following steps are the correct procedures for starting the engine. If difficulty is encountered, contact the Hustler Dealer ® in your area.
  • Page 21 do not bleach or dye the webbing. Replace the seat belt if worn WARNING or damaged. Possible damage to ROPS If the unit has rolled over or the ROPS has been in some other Always pull from the mower hitch. Do not attach chains type of accident (such as hitting an overhead object during or ropes to the ROPS for pulling purposes, as the machine transport), the ROPS must be replaced to retain the best...

  • Page 22: Mower Operation

    To go in reverse, pull steering control levers rearward an equal distance (Figure 3-9). To turn left, move the right steering control lever farther forward from neutral than the left steering control lever. To turn right, move the left steering control lever farther forward from neutral than the right steering control lever.
  • Page 23 FRONT OF MOWER FACES THIS DIRECTION THREE POINT TURN FORWARD TRAVEL ZERO RADIUS TURN Step 1 FORWARD TRAVEL RIGHT TURN Step 2 REVERSE TRAVEL RIGHT TURN Step 3 REVERSE TRAVEL N = NEUTRAL POSITION Direction of arrows indicate direction of mower movement Neutral Right control lever...

  • Page 24: Operating Suggestions

    Inspect the machine and ing! involve your Hustler ® Dealer to resolve the problem before continuing to operate.

  • Page 25: Deck Cutting Height Adjustment

    Air Flow Baffles 4. If the mower blades continue to rotate with the deck clutch switch down, discontinue operation immediately The decks are equipped with front adjustable air flow baffles. and contact your Hustler Dealer. ® 604243 3-11...

  • Page 26: Anti-Scalp Wheels

    Lower Figure 3-13 adjusting hole Anti-Scalp Wheels Rear center anti-scalp roller Anti-scalp wheels are standard on Hustler ATZ units. These ® anti-scalp wheels are designed to minimize scalping when mowing on rough uneven terrain. Figure 3-14 Figure 3-15 Optional rear anti-scalp rollers are available.
  • Page 27 Side anti-scalp rollers Center anti-scalp roller location Figure 3-16 604243 3-13 REV C...
  • Page 28 REV C 3-14 604243...

  • Page 29: Maintenance & Adjustments

     Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them. fires by keeping the engine compartment, top of the  Use only genuine Hustler ® replacement parts to ensure deck, exhaust area, battery, fuel line, fuel tank and that original standards are maintained.

  • Page 30: Torque Values

    IMPORTANT: Drive tire tread orientation is important on WARNING the Hustler ® ATZ. Tire tread direction must be as shown in Fig- ure 4-1. This is the opposite of normal installation for this type of tire. • Avoid skin and clothing contact with battery acid.

  • Page 31: Hydraulic System

    Replace the drain plug before add- ing system oil. The Hustler ® ATZ system filter is located inside the hydraulic reservoir on the underneath side of the tank. Use a Hustler ® 604243 REV C...

  • Page 32: Fuel And Evaporative Emissions Control System

    The Hustler ® ATZ is equipped with a hydraulic oil heat exchanger. The heat exchanger coils must be kept clean to insure that the hydraulic oil is operating within the correct DANGER temperature range.

  • Page 33: Engine Oil And Filter

    • Never attempt to start the engine when there is a pose a fire hazard. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for fuel strong odor of gasoline fumes present. Locate and specification requirements. correct the cause. A fuel shut-off valve is located on each mower. Close the fuel valve to prevent fuel flow to the engine.

  • Page 34: Engine Air Filter

    IMPORTANT: All oil drips or spills must be cleaned off of the exhaust system before operating the machine. Safety filter Oil drain valve Figure 4-8 Figure 4-6 Recommended service procedure 1. Release clamps and remove element. Clean the canister Engine Air Filter with a damp cloth.

  • Page 35: General Engine Maintenance

    Some Hustler ® ATZ mowers have a fuel evaporation system the media and actually acts as part of the filter media. When the filter. This filter must be checked and replaced every 500 hours next round of dirt enters, the first dirt helps filter out even or annually whichever comes first.

  • Page 36: Mower Blade Maintenance

    Use a 15/16” wrench to remove the 5/8” cap screw holding the blade to the spindle shaft from underneath. NOTE: A blade WARNING holding tool (part number 381442) is available from Hustler ® Turf Equipment. It is designed to prevent the blades from...

  • Page 37: Seat Adjustment

    2. Forward and rearward travel (Figure 4-15) 3. Weight (Figure 4-15) 4. Lumbar (Figure 4-17) 5. Armrest (Figure 4-18) Resharpening pattern Weight adjusting control Do not sharpen to original pattern (below). It is easier to get a straight cutting edge following the resharpening pattern shown above.

  • Page 38: Steering Control Lever Adjustment

    The steering control levers can also be adjusted up and down. Remove the cap screws and slide the upper control lever up or down and align the holes in it with the holes in the lower lever. Re-install the cap screws and tighten. The steering control levers should be adjusted so that they align with each other when in the neutral position.

  • Page 39: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Figure 4-20, Figure 4-21, Figure 4-22, Figure 4-23, Figure 4-24, & Figure 4-25 WEEKLY MONTHLY ANNUALLY SERVICE AT OR 50 OR 100 OR 500 INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS HOURS 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...
  • Page 40 More often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather. Inspect ROPS after the first 20 hours of operation and then after every 500 hours of operation or yearly whichever comes first. REFERENCES: A. Refer to engine owner’s manual for engine service information. NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (500 hours), repeat cycle.
  • Page 41 ATZ Maintenance Locator Chart Mowers produced prior to serial number 13051286 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Plug 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tanks 7. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 8. Hydraulic Oil Filter 9.
  • Page 42 Figure 4-22 Figure 4-23 Mowers produced after serial number 13051286 Figure 4-24 Figure 4-25 Mowers produced prior to serial number 13051286 REV C 4-14 604243...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 44 PROBABLE SUGGESTED SYMPTOMS CAUSES REMEDIES Uneven cutting height The blade(s) are not sharp Sharpen the blades A cutting blade(s) is/are Install new cutting blade(s) bent The deck is not level Level the deck per the Deck leveling and height adjustment section of the General Service Manual An anti-scalp wheel is not Adjust the height of the...

  • Page 45: Storage

    STORAGE When storing the unit at the end of the mowing season, the film of oil over any exposed metal surfaces of the engine mower, engine, and battery should have the following items that are subject to corrosion. serviced before storage. 8.

  • Page 46: Product Literature

    If you would like to view or print a copy of the product manuals (Operator’s Manual, Parts Manual, or General Service Manual) for these mowers go online to www.hustlerturf.com and click on the MANUALS button. Contact your local Hustler dealer if you require another engine manual.
  • Page 47 INDEX PAGE PAGE Anti-scalp wheels .........3-11 3-12 New season preparation ........6-1 Belts .................4-7 Operating suggestions ......... 3-10 Children ..............3-3 Parts and service ........... 1-1 Control Panel ............3-4 Preparation of battery for storage ......6-1 Controls ..............3-4 Preparation of engine for storage ......6-1 Deck clutch operation ...........3-11 ROPS ..............

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