HUSTLER 3500 Owner's Manual page 23

vehicles must not touch.
2. Shield eyes.
3. Connect one end of the jumper cable to the battery
positive (+) terminal and the other to the auxiliary
battery positive (+) terminal. Connect one end of the
other cable first to the auxiliary battery (-) negative
terminal, and the other end to the Hustler tractor frame.
Follow the starting procedures above after the jumper
cables are connected as instructed.
4. After engine has started, disconnect the negative
jumper cable before disconnecting the positive jumper
cable(s).
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
WARNING: Charge batteries in an open well venti-
lated area, away from spark and flames. Unplug
charger before connecting or disconnecting from the
battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated
tools.
WARNING: Avoid skin and clothing contact with
battery acid.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection when
checking the battery, acid can cause serious injury to
skin and eyes. If contact occurs, flush area with
clean water and call physician immediately. Acid
will also damage clothing.
Do not drink the battery electrolyte.
Do not allow open flame near the battery when
charging.
Hydrogen gas forms inside the battery. This gas is
both toxic and flammable and may cause an explo-
sion if exposed to flame. Always remove the nega-
tive ground first and replace it last.
Do not overfill battery.
Electrolyte may overflow and damage paint, wiring
or structure. When cleaning the battery, use soap
and water. Be careful not to get soap and water into
the battery. Clean the battery terminals with a solu-
tion of four parts water and one part baking soda
when they become corroded.
WARNING: Shorts caused by battery terminals or
metal tools touching metal tractor components can
cause sparks. Sparks can cause a battery gas explo-
sion which will result in personal injury.
Prevent the battery terminals from touching any
metal tractor parts when removing or installing the
battery.
Do not allow metal tools to short between the bat-
tery terminals and metal tractor parts.
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WARNING: Incorrect battery cable routing could
cause damage to the tractor and battery cables. This
can cause sparks which can cause a battery gas
explosion which will result in personal injury.
Always disconnect the negative (black) battery
cable(s) before disconnecting the positive (red)
cable(s).
WARNING: Always connect the positive (red) bat-
tery cable(s) before connecting the negative (black)
cable(s).
Engine warm up
In cold weather, run the engine at half throttle for a few
minutes to allow engine oil and transmission oil to warm up.
WARNING: Never leave the machine running unat-
tended.
Stopping the engine
WARNING: Always apply the park brake when
leaving the seat.
Stopping the engine should be done according to the
following procedures;
1. Pull the throttle lever fully rearward to the low idle
position.
2. Release the HST foot pedals.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Place the transmission selector and lift control levers in
the "N" position.
5. Turn the key start switch to the "OFF" position.
Remove the key.
6.
IMPORTANT: Failure to turn the key start switch to the
"OFF position, after the engine stops, will allow the warning
lights to remain on, causing the battery to discharge.
IMPORTANT: Do not stop the engine immediately after
hard or extended operation. Keep the engine running at slow
idle for about 2 minutes to allow engine to cool down.
Operating the hydrostatic transmission and
PTO
Hydrostatic transmission
The hydrostatic transmission is controlled by the HST foot
pedals, cruise control switch, and transmission selector lever.
Figure 3-5, Figure 3-8 & Figure 3-9
When operating the transmission selector lever, place the
HST foot pedals in the neutral position. If it is difficult to
engage, slightly depress the Forward or Reverse foot pedal for
smooth engagement.
Never engage or disengage the transmission selector lever
when the unit is in motion.
With the transmission selector lever in "H" range (Figure 3-
10), ground speed can be varied from zero to maximum by
depressing the forward or reverse travel pedal. In "L" range,
speeds are about 60% of "H" range. Maximum speeds in
3-9