Troubleshooting - HUSTLER M1 Owner's Manual

Hustler M-1
Maintenance Schedule
SERVICE AT
INTERVALS INDICATED
Verify safety start interlock system
Visually inspect unit for loose
hardware and/or damaged parts
Check oil level, engine (1)
Clean air intake screen (3)
Clean foam element (3)
Check fuel level
Blade - sharpen & securely
fastened
Grass catcher/mulcher plug -
securely in place
Clean engine and housing
Change engine oil & filter (1)(2)
Clean cylinder & head fins (a)
Clean engine exterior (a)
Replace air cleaner paper element
(3)
Clean & regap spark plug (a)
Check fuel line (4)
Change fuel filter
Replace spark plug
Throttle cable - adjust
Drive clutch cable - adjust
Blade cable - adjust
Gearshift cable - adjust
NOTES:
1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation. Thereafter,
change oil after every 40 hours operation. Change more
often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot
weather periods.
2. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer's
recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner's Manual for
recommendations and other maintenance items.
3. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions.
4. Check fuel line hose for any cracks or leaks
REFERENCES:
a—Refer to Engine Owner's Manual
NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (100 hours), repeat
cycle.
WEEKLY ANNUALLY
OR 40 OR 100
HOURS HOURS
Prior to each use
Prior to each use
Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Prior to each use
Prior to each use
Prior to each use
Prior to each use
Daily
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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.
SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES
No fuel or line plugged
Engine oil low
Throttle lever is set to
"STOP" position
Engine does not
start
Spark plug wire is
disconnected
Excess gasoline is
inhaled into cylinder
Air cleaner is dirty
Air cleaner is dirty
Carburetor is clogged
Fuel tank cap is removed
Engine is hard to
There is dirt in the fuel
start
filter
Engine power is
Dirt, water or stale fuel in
weak
the fuel system
Throttle wire is not
adjusted properly
Numerous
Spark plug gap is
incorrect
Restrictions in air cleaner
Engine overheating
Cooling fan is dirty
Engine oil low
Recoil starter is clogged
etc.
Blade loose
Unbalance blade
Abnormal vibration
Engine is loose
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SUGGESTED
REMEDIES
Fill tank or replace line
Add engine oil
Set throttle lever to
"CHOKE" or "RUN"
position
Reconnect spark plug
wire
Clean or replace air filter
Clean or replace air filter
Clean carburetor
Replace fuel cap
Replace the fuel filter
Contact your Hustler
Dealer
Adjust throttle wire
See engine manual
See engine manual
Service air cleaner
Clean the cooling fan
area
Add engine oil
Clean recoil starter
Torque blade bolts
Balance blade and
torque blade bolts
Tighten engine mount
bolts
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