General Information; To The New Owner; Using This Manual; Warranty Registration - HUSTLER Raptor Operator's Manual

This manual applies to the following Hustler
Equipment equipment lines:
Hustler Raptor
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Hustler Raptor Limited
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To the New Owner

Hustler mower owners and operators must read this
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manual carefully. It contains operation and maintenance
information that will help you achieve years of dependable
service.
The Engine Owner's Manual, included in the owner's
packet, contains engine information that will not be repeated
in this manual.
The owner's responsibilities include, but are not limited to,
making certain that the operators and mechanics:
• read and understand the engine owner's manual
before attempting to operate or repair the engine.
• read and understand the mower's operator manual and
all decals before operating this machine.
• are qualified and physically able individuals, properly
trained in the operation and maintenance of this
equipment. Before they are allowed to operate or
maintain this machine, they must be familiar with its
safe operation, operator controls, and decals.
• know they are responsible for their own safety as well
as the safety of other persons within the vicinity.
Remember, the operator is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
• who cannot read and understand English have this
material explained to them.
IMPORTANT: As the owner/operator you can prevent
accidents. You are responsible for accidents or injuries
occurring to yourself, other people or property.
Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
For more detailed
information refer to the proper General Service Manual for
your machine. Refer to the Product Literature section of this
manual for information on how to obtain this manual.

Using this Manual

This manual contains general operation information as
well as basic adjustment and maintenance information.
Since operating conditions vary considerably, all conditions
cannot be addressed individually. Through training and
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GENERAL INFORMATION

maintenance and adjustment
experience, operators
Turf
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practices suitable to most conditions.
Directions used in this manual, for example RIGHT or LEFT,
refer to directions when in the operator position and facing
forward, unless otherwise stated.
Though current at the time of printing, photographs and
illustrations shown may vary slightly from your mower due to
subsequent production changes. Hustler
Inc. reserves the right to redesign and change the machine
as deemed necessary, without notification. If a change has
been made to your machine which is not reflected in this
manual, contact your Hustler

Warranty Registration

There are several ways to register the mower with Hustler
Turf Equipment:
• Hustler
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https://dealer.hustlerturf.com within ten (10) days
following date of purchase.
• Customer
www.hustlerturf.com or by mailing in the Warranty
Registration Card, included in the owner's packet,
within ten (10) days following date of purchase.
As the new equipment owner, you should confirm that your
mower has been registered with Hustler
IMPORTANT:
displays a model and serial identification number plate must
be registered with Excel Industries, Inc., manufacturer of
Hustler Turf Equipment, Inc ("Manufacturer").
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IMPORTANT: Any unauthorized modification, alteration,
or use of non-approved attachments voids the warranty and
releases Manufacturer from any liability arising from
subsequent use of this equipment. Do not use or operate any
attachment not approved by Hustler Turf Equipment, Inc.
IMPORTANT:
replacement parts is not covered by this warranty.
Manufacturer expressly excludes liability for defects or
damage caused by such 'unauthorized' articles or service.

Model and Serial Number

Mower model and serial numbers are found on the serial
identification plate, located on the left mower frame side rail.
These numbers are required when the unit is registered
with Hustler Turf Equipment. They will also assure you of
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the correct service parts when replacement becomes
necessary.
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should develop
Dealer for current information.
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Dealers must register the unit on-line at
may register the
Turf Equipment.
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The mower and any attachment that
Damage caused
safe operating
Turf Equipment,
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unit on-line at
by unauthorized
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