Driving The Tractor; Moving Tractor With Stalled Engine - HUSTLER Super Mini Z Owner's Manual

A. Control levers are in the park brake position.
B. Deck clutch switch is in the down (OFF) position.
WARNING: The safety interlock system must
not be disconnected or bypassed.
NOTE: The operator's seat is equipped with a separate
safety switch. If for any reason the operator should become
unseated when the brake switches are disengaged or the
deck clutch switch is engaged the engine will stop.
The following steps are the correct procedures for
starting the engine. If difficulty is encountered, contact the
Hustler Dealer in your area.
1. Before starting tractor each day, perform daily pre-
operation checking.
2. Make sure the control levers are in the park brake
position and deck clutch switch is disengaged.
3. Use choke when engine is cold, or if warm engine fails
to start within 5 seconds of cranking. Avoid flooding
and operate engine without choking as soon as
possible.
4. Set throttle at approximately 1/2 open position.
5. Insert key in ignition switch and rotate full clockwise
to engage starting motor. Release key when engine
starts.
IMPORTANT: The engine starter should not be
operated for periods longer than 30 seconds at a time. An
interval of at least two minutes should be allowed between
such cranking periods to protect the starter from overheating
and burn-out.
6. Perform test to make sure safety start interlock system
is operating properly. Refer to Safety start interlock
system section.
7. As soon as engine begins to run, check to make certain
the oil warning light is off. If not, stop engine
immediately and check for the cause.
8. Allow the engine to idle a few minutes before
advancing the throttle and/or engaging the deck clutch.
9. Before stopping the engine, place the control levers in
the park brake position, disengage the deck clutch, and
throttle back to low idle for a couple of minutes; then
rotate ignition key counter-clockwise to the OFF
position. Remove the key from switch before leaving
the tractor.
WARNING: Never leave the machine
unattended with key in ignition switch.

Moving tractor with stalled engine

If it becomes necessary to move the tractor when the
engine is inoperative, the hydraulic pumps are equipped with
bypass valves. Before moving the unit, turn bypass valves
counter clockwise one-half to one revolution. The valve
stems on each hydraulic pump are located near the top and
are identified as a hex stud. The valve is located per Figure
3-7.
Do not tow the machine. Move it by hand or use a winch
to load on a trailer for transporting.
When transporting on another vehicle, the tractor should
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Bypass valve
be facing forward and it must be secured.
IMPORTANT: Always make certain the two bypass
valves are returned to their operating position before running
the tractor following repairs.

Driving the tractor

DANGER: Never make sudden stops or reverse
direction, especially when going down a slope.
The steering is designed for sensitive response.
Rapid movement of the control levers in either
direction could result in a reaction of the tractor
that can cause serious injury.
After starting engine, engage the control levers
and steer as follows:
To go forward, push control levers forward an equal
distance (Fig. 3-8).
To go in reverse, pull control levers rearward an equal
distance (Fig. 3-8).
To turn left, move the right control lever farther forward
from neutral than the left control lever.(Fig. 3-8)
To turn right, move the left control lever farther forward
from neutral than the right control lever. (Fig. 3-8)
To pivot turn, move one control lever forward and the
other control lever back of neutral. This will allow the drive
wheels to counter-rotate. (Fig. 3-8)
To stop or decrease speed, move control levers to
neutral. When going forward pull back gently on control
levers. When going in reverse push forward gently on
control levers.
DANGER: When moving in the rearward
direction push forward gently on control levers
and avoid sudden movement. Any sudden
movement could cause the front of the mower to
come off of the ground resulting in possible loss
of control.
WARNING: Never stop suddenly while backing
down slopes. This action may result in a
reaction of the tractor that can cause serious
physical injury.
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Figure 3-7