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HUSTLER Super Z Owner's Manual

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375527_0406
Hustler Z
Owner's Manual
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Hustler Turf Equipment
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P.O. Box 7000
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Hesston, Kansas
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67062-2097
Super Z

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  • Page 1 Hustler Z Super Z Owner’s Manual ••••••• Hustler Turf Equipment ••••• P.O. Box 7000 ••• Hesston, Kansas • 67062-2097 375527_0406...
  • 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. 375527_0406...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. General Information.............Sect. 1 2. Safety Precautions..............Sect. 2 3. Operation................Sect. 3 4. Maintenance .................Sect. 4 5. Adjustments .................Sect. 5 6. Troubleshooting ..............Sect. 6 7. Storage .................Sect. 7 8. Product Literature ..............Sect. 8 9. Technical Specifications ............Sect. 9 10.

  • Page 5: General Information

    HZ23KAW54XR7STA , number 927723 General operation, adjustment and maintenance guidance HZ23KAW60XR7STA , number 927731 is outlined for both the experienced and novice Hustler user. HZ24HON60XR7STA , number 927756 Operating conditions vary considerably and cannot all be HZ25KAW60XR7STA , number 927772 addressed individually.

  • Page 6: Parts And Service

    They will also assure you of the correct service parts when replacement becomes necessary. Parts and service Use original Hustler replacement parts only. These parts are available through your local Hustler dealer. To obtain prompt, efficient service, always provide the following information when ordering parts: 1. Correct part description 2.
  • Page 7 (a) above, there shall ● Hustler Turf Equipment will correct any defect in the be an additional one year limited warranty on deck frame resulting in frame breakage by repairing or gauge fork bearings and deck spindle bearings only, no replacing part(s) with new or used replacement parts.
  • Page 8 WARRANTY REGISTRATION LIMITATION OF REMEDIES 1. The Warranty registration form MUST be completed In no case shall Hustler Turf Equipment, be liable for any and signed by the authorized dealer and original special, incidental, or consequential damages based upon purchaser.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and involve your Hustler dealer to resolve the problem before continuing to operate. ▲ Always remain seated while operating machine.
  • Page 10 lever and avoid sudden movement. Rapid movement ability to operate the mower safely enough to protect of the control levers in either direction could result in a themselves and others from serious injury. ▲ reaction of the tractor that can cause serious injury. Always disengage the blades and wait for them to stop ▲...
  • Page 11 1. Water; i.e. lake, river servicing them. 2. Cliffs, retaining walls ▲ Use only genuine Hustler replacement parts to ensure 3. Roads, highways that original standards are maintained. 4. Buildings ▲...
  • Page 12 The following illustrations show the various safety decals that are located on the machine. A brief explanation is shown to help the operator understand the meanings of these decals. Do not smoke while refueling. Read Owner’s Manual and Quick Do not fill tank with engine running, Reference Decal before attempting to or while the engine is hot.

  • Page 13: Slope Guide

    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.

  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION Hustler Z Controls 1. Ignition Switch 6. Hour meter 11. Deck adjusting rod 16. Deck height indicator 2. Throttle lever 7. Oil Pressure light 12. Anti-scalp wheels 17. Brake switch 3. Control levers 8. Fuel tanks 13. Discharge chute 18.
  • Page 16 Deck lift pedal Control lever Figure 3-3 Figure 3-5 Control lever in park brake position H H o o u u r r m m e e t t e e r r Figure 3-4 Move lever forward to increase engine rpm, move lever rearward to decrease engine rpm.

  • Page 17: Safety Interlock System

    If the seat switch is not operating properly (is Super Z shown not opening or closing) and if the cause can not be determined, replace the seat switch. If the problem can not be located, contact your Hustler Figure 3-8 Dealer. Hustler Dealer in your area.

  • Page 18: Driving The Tractor

    The valve is located per Figure and avoid sudden movement. Any sudden 3-7 on the Hustler Z or Figure 3-8 on the Super Z. movement could cause the front of the mower to Do not tow the machine. Move it by hand or use a winch come off of the ground resulting in possible loss to load on a trailer for transporting.

  • Page 19: Operating Suggestions

    Blade sharpness should be checked daily. position, stop tractor engine, and remove ignition Use high blade speed. Your Hustler Z is designed to key when leaving operator’s seat. operate at full throttle. The throttle setting directly controls Inexperienced operators may have a tendency to blade speed.

  • Page 20: Mower Deck Operation

    Mower deck operation again two days later at a lower cutting height. Raise the cutting height of the mower if the cutting DANGER: Never attempt to make any width of the mower is wider than the previous mower. This adjustments to the mower deck while the engine ensures that uneven turf is not cut too short.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE LOCATOR CHART 1a. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick (Kawasaki & Honda) 1b. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick (Kohler) 2a. Fuel Filter 2b. Fuel Filter (927053 & 927061) 2c. Fuel Filter (Kawasaki liquid cooled) 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Plug 5.
  • Page 22 MAINTENANCE LOCATOR CHART Side discharge deck 1. Deck Idler Zerk (1) 2. Deck Pusher Arm Zerks (2) 3. Deck Belt 4. Spindle Housing Zerk (3) 5. Blades Rear discharge deck Figure 4-1b 375527_0406...
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE LOCATOR CHART 54”/66”/72” XR7 deck 1. Deck Pusher Arm Zerks (2) 2. Deck Belt 3. Spindle Housing Zerk (3) 4. Blades 60” XR7 deck Figure 4-1c 375527_0406...
  • Page 24 Consult your Hustler service center when operated in an enclosed area. Read and observe assistance is needed. safety warnings in front of manual.

  • Page 25: Torque Values

    (1 to 2 pumps on an average grease gun). Do not force lubricant in to grease zerks. Solid fill tires are not recommended for Hustler turf Bearings are sealed and do not require much equipment. On any machine, with solid filled tires, the lubricant.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and S S e e a a t t p p l l a a t t f f o o r r m m c c a a t t c c h h related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

  • Page 27: Fuel System

    A standard oil filter wrench is used to F F u u e e l l t t a a n n k k change filter, threads are right handed. Use a Hustler approved filter element only. IMPORTANT: Prefill the filter element with clean oil, before installing, to prevent drawing air into the system pump.

  • Page 28: Fuel System

    Replace as needed. Hustler Z and Super Z tractors are equipped with a fuel shutoff valve located on the right fuel tank mount (Fig. 4- 9a). Rotate the valve to the middle position (shown) to Engine oil prevent fuel flow to the fuel pump.

  • Page 29: Engine Oil And Filter

    Safety filter Improper installation of an air filter element The Super Z liquid cool tractor is equipped with a safety Dust must not leak past the seals on each end of the air filter. The filter element slides over the safety filter. Use filter element.

  • Page 30: Cooling System

    (especially diesel Overflow reservoir engines). Therefore, Hustler Turf Equipment and the engine manufacturers have carefully selected a reliable filter designed to fit the needs of the engines. The filter specified is a Donaldson filter, Hustler part number 785261.

  • Page 31: Belt Replacement

    Inspect the machine and involve your Hustler dealer to resolve the problem before continuing to operate. Inspect the belt pulley grooves and flanges for wear. A new belt, or one in good condition, should never run against the bottom of the groove.
  • Page 32 Deck Belt Drive Layout Deck Belt Drive Layout 1. Spindle drive belt 1. Spindle drive belt 2. Deck blade spindle pulley 2. Deck blade spindle pulley 3. Spindle belt tension idler 3. Spindle belt tension idler 4. Spindle belt tension idler spring 4.
  • Page 33 WARNING: When mounting blades, rotate them after installation to ensure blade tips do not Warped Blade (Replace) touch each other or sides of the mower. Cutting Plane WARNING: Failure to correctly torque the bolt Straight Blade may result in the loss of the blade which can cause serious injury.
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  • Page 35: Adjustments

    Read and observe safety warnings Control lever in front of manual. Your Hustler Z or Super Z was adjusted before it left the factory and was checked during predelivery setup. However, after start-up and continued use, a certain amount Figure 5-1 of break-in wear will cause some adjustments to change.

  • Page 36: Control Lever Stops

    lever and pump arms. Fig. 5-2 8. After adjusting for neutral it may be necessary to re- Neutral is properly adjusted when the control levers are in adjust the control lever stop. Fig. 5-3 the neutral position and the drive wheels are not turning. Control lever stops If the tractor creeps in the neutral position the control linkage may be adjusted as follows:...

  • Page 37: Control Lever Adjustment

    Park brake adjustment Occasionally check the park brakes and adjustment using the following method: 1. Position the control levers in the neutral position. Super Z shown Disengage the deck clutch. WARNING: Make certain machine is secure Figure 5-8 when it is raised and placed on the jack stands.

  • Page 38: Hydraulic Pump Belt Adjustment

    Fig. 5-9 Super Z - Move the control lever to where it is just O O u u t t s s i i d d e e e e d d g g e e inside (1/8”) the park brake slot.

  • Page 39: Deck Leveling And Height Adjustment

    Spring Pump drive belt Blocks Tension idler Figure 5-12 Figure 5-15 Spring Stop Height handle adjusting stop Chain Anchor bracket Tension idler Figure 5-13 Figure 5-16 Spring Extension WARNING: Stop engine. Make sure deck 9.0” clutch switch is in the down (OFF) position. Place control levers in the brake position before leaving machine.
  • Page 40 Deck lift 5/16” bolt threaded Adjuster Jam nut Hardware Chains Figure 5-19 Figure 5-17 Deck lift threaded Foot pedal Chains Nuts Figure 5-20 Figure 5-18 3" or 4” block. from the deck lift springs will tend to pull the stop 17.

  • Page 41: Deck Cutting Height Adjustment

    Deck lift rod Adjusting holes Figure 5-21 Figure 5-23 Anti-scalp wheels Anti-scalp wheel kits are standard on the Hustler Z. Height These anti-scalp wheels are designed to minimize scalping adjusting stop when mowing on rough uneven terrain. After setting the cutting height, adjust the anti-scalp wheels so they extend below the deck but do not contact the ground.

  • 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 45: Storage

    1. Clean battery mower. Clean tractor and mower and touch up all 2. Check the electrolyte level scrapes with Hustler spray paint. 3. Charge the battery, if necessary 2. Clean paper air filter. Replace if necessary. Wash and 4. Store battery in a cool, dry place (do not expose to re-oil foam precleaner.

  • Page 47: Product Literature

    P.O. Box 30250 The Hustler Z uses a Kawasaki 23hp or 25hp engine, a Nashville, TN 37241-0250 Honda 24hp engine or a 27hp Kohler engine. The Super Z Phone: (270) 885-1110 uses a Kawasaki 25hp engine, Kawasaki 26hp engine, a...

  • Page 48: Frequently Ordered Parts

    027920 Lubrizol 10 oz. bottle 768341 Hydraulic oil filter (Hustler Z only) 783939 Hydraulic oil filter (Super Z only) 781443 Pump drive belt 782292 B-Section belt, deck (926881, 926725, 926972) B-Section belt, deck ( 926915 , 926923 , 926931 , 926949, 926667,...
  • Page 49 Hustler Z Parts Manual (P/N 375535) Order Form Super Z Parts Manual (P/N 375543) Order Form To order by mail: Fill out this form, fill out the credit card information or attach a check and send it to: Hustler Turf Equipment P.O.
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  • Page 51: Technical Specifications

    .25 (200.6 Cutting Heights: wheel. Blade Tip Speed Overall width with 72” deck Foot-operated deck height Super Z - White CE 20 Direct and discharge chute up 70.4 18,400 adjustment. Pin for setting drive high-torque wheel (178.8 height, transport position.

  • Page 53: Index

    Seat...................9-1 Driving the tractor ............3-4 Steering dampener............5-2 Electrical system ..............4-5 Steering linkage..............5-1 Engine air filter ..............4-9 Super Z Parts Manual ..........8-1, 8-3 Engine information............8-1 Tires..................4-5 Engine oil and filter............4-9 Tire specifications ............9-1 Engine rpm setting ............5-4 To the new owner.............1-1 Engine specifications ............9-1...

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