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- Page 1 Hustler Raptor ® ® Hustler Raptor ® ® Operator’s Manual 200 South Ridge Road Hesston, Kansas 67062 607768 REV A...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents General Information ..........1-1 To the New Owner . - Page 4 Troubleshooting ..........5-1 Storage.
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Page 5: General Information
Warranty Registration service. The Engine Owner’s Manual, included in the owner’s There are several ways to register the mower with Hustler ® packet, contains engine information that will not be repeated Turf Equipment: in this manual. -
Page 6: Product Literature
4. Correct serial number. Service Manual) these mowers online www.hustlerturf.com. All arrangements for warranty repair and service must be handled through an authorized Hustler Dealer. ® Contact your local Hustler dealer if you require another ® engine manual. REV A... -
Page 7: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Incorrect usage of this equipment may result in severe injury or death. Personnel operating and maintaining it should be trained in its proper use. They should read this manual completely and thoroughly before attempting to set-up, operate, adjust, or service this equipment. Safe Operating Practices This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and... - Page 8 Always wear adequate ear protection, such as discharge chute with the engine running. Turn off the earplugs. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause engine and be sure the blades have stopped before impairment or loss of hearing. cleaning. Use a stick to clear a plugged discharge area.
- Page 9 REMINDER: Only operate on slopes of 15 degrees or less. The Hustler mower capable operating ®...
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Page 10: Service Precautions
Service Precautions • Tire pressure The attachments mounted to the mower will also Unless specifically required, DO NOT have the engine affect the way it handles on a slope. Be aware that running when servicing or making adjustments to the each attachment’s characteristics vary. - Page 11 ® Sparks can cause a battery gas explosion which will are equivalent in overall performance, that are result in personal injury. available from your local Hustler Dealer. ® • Prevent the battery terminals from touching any • The mower may not comply with the appropriate...
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Page 12: Safety And Instructions Decals
of spillage and avoid creating any source of It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the ignition until gasoline vapors have dissipated. operators and mechanics read and understand all decals before operating this machine. • Keep gasoline away from open flame or spark and store machine away from open flame or spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or appliances. - Page 13 Part Number 785139 & 785220 Park brake position Forward position Park brake position 785139C E 785220C E Reverse position DANGER: Battery Hazards! Part Number 601815 601815 • • • Avoid skin contact Do not overfill battery. Do not allow open flame near the with battery acid battery when charging.
- Page 14 DANGER: WARNING: Thrown objects! Rotating blades, pulleys & belts • • Always maintain a safe distance from Keep shields and covers in place people and pets when mowing. while machine is in operation. • • Always stop machine if someone enters Keep hands, feet and clothing 604222 the area.
- Page 15 Part Number 601981 WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine. WARNING: Roll over! • Operate 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.
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- Page 17 Slope Guide Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. 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 19: Operation
OPERATION Safe Operating Practices Controls Refer to the Safety Precautions section of this manual for Steering control levers (Figure 3-2 & Figure 3-3) — operational and personal safety information. these levers control the mower’s speed, direction, stopping, and park brake. Control Panel The parking brake may not hold the mower if parked on a slope. -
Page 20: Safety Start Interlock System
The following steps are the correct procedures for starting To inspect the system: the engine. If difficulty is encountered, contact the Hustler ® 1. Sit on the seat when testing the seat switch. Dealer in your area. -
Page 21: Stopping The Engine
7. Allow the engine to idle a few minutes before Bypass valve rod shown in operating position advancing the throttle and/or engaging the deck clutch. Stopping the Engine Use the following procedure to shut the engine off. 1. Place the steering control levers in the park brake position. - Page 22 For emergency stops, when traveling forward or rearward, FRONT OF MOWER FACES THIS DIRECTION place the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately. When moving in the rearward direction push forward gently on steering control levers and avoid FORWARD TRAVEL sudden movement.
- Page 23 If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and Step 1 involve your Hustler Dealer to resolve the problem ® before continuing to operate. The unit’s steering control levers are very...
- Page 24 Never work with blades while the engine is running Never attempt to make any adjustments to the or deck clutch switch is engaged (on). mower deck while the engine is running or with the Always place the deck clutch switch in the deck drive clutch engaged.
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Page 25: Deck Cutting Height Adjustment
4. If the mower blades continue to rotate with the deck clutch switch down, discontinue operation immediately and contact your Hustler Dealer. ® Anti-scalp wheels are standard on these mowers. These wheels are designed to minimize scalping when mowing on Follow these procedures to maximize clutch life. - Page 26 REV A 607768...
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Page 27: Maintenance & Adjustments
Warranty claims will be denied on any mower equipped with damage. non-pneumatic tires. Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service Flex Forks Break-In mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled personnel. Consult your Hustler service center when ® Flex Forks raise... -
Page 28: Lubrication
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Safety section of this manual for detailed battery servicing safety information. The fuel and evaporative emissions control system for this mower is EPA compliant. Use only Hustler approved ® The electrical system is a 12 volt, negative ground. The replacement parts. -
Page 29: Fuel Evaporation System Filter
Mower must be on a level surface when checking oil. Refer to Do Not engine manual and maintenance schedule for oil capacities. Overfill Hustler Motor Oil is recommended. ® Initial oil and filter service should be performed between 5 and 10 hours. Thereafter every 40 – 60 hours or annually, A. -
Page 30: Engine Air Filter
Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Maintenance immediately. Inspect the machine and involve your Schedule shown elsewhere in this manual. Hustler Dealer to resolve the problem before ® General Engine Maintenance continuing to operate. - Page 31 Refer to the Mower Blade Replacement section for blade removal and installation. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them. Check the mower blades daily, they are the key to power efficiency and well groomed turf.
- Page 32 3. Install a blade lock tool (Excel part number 381442) End view of blades, comparing twisted and straightened over the two blades to prevent them from rotating. blades. Figure 4-9 Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained maintenance personnel only.
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Page 33: Seat Adjustment
it or replace it with a new blade or another sharpened used blade. Never attempt to straighten a bent blade by heating, or weld a cracked or broken blade as the blade may break and cause serious injury. 6. If sharpening the blade, refer to the Mower blade main- tenance section for proper sharpening procedures. - Page 34 Initial engine oil change between 5 and 10 hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil after every 40 – 60 hours of operation or annually, which- ever comes first. Change more often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather periods. Hustler ®...
- Page 35 Maintenance Locator Chart Figure 4-12 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Valve 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tank 7. Engine Oil Filter 8. Park Brake Switch (2) 9. Drive Tire 10.
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Page 36: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record Date: Maintenance/Service Performed: Dealer: Date: Maintenance/Service Performed: Dealer: Hour Meter Reading: Hour Meter Reading: Date: Maintenance/Service Performed: Dealer: Date: Maintenance/Service Performed: Dealer: Hour Meter Reading: Hour Meter Reading: Date: Maintenance/Service Performed: Dealer: Date: Maintenance/Service Performed: Dealer: Hour Meter Reading: Hour Meter Reading: Date: Maintenance/Service Performed:... - Page 37 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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- Page 39 Do not pressure wash the machine. Avoid 5. Replace the engine oil filter. excessive use of water, especially near the control 6. Refill with fresh oil of the proper viscosity. Hustler ® panel and engine. Motor Oil is recommended.
- Page 40 control levers. Stop engine and check for oil leaks, 5. Tighten any bolts that have loosened and make sure loose fittings and so forth. all hair pins, cotter pins and clevis pins are in place. 6. Install all safety shields and review safety precautions listed in this manual.
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