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Page 2: General Information
As the new equipment owner, you are expected to see that the form is completed and forwarded to Hustler Turf Equipment at time of delivery. Be sure to register the tractor plus each attachment that displays a model and serial identification number plate with Hustler Turf Equipment. - Page 3 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered unimproved land.
- Page 4 HUSTLER TURF CONSUMER PRODUCT (90 DAYS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR COMMERCIAL USE) WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the following warranty to the original purchaser only: a. Hustler Turf Consumer Products used for normal residential purposes* are warranted for two (2) years from date of delivery on all materials and workmanship.
- Page 5 LIMITATION OF REMEDIES In no case shall Hustler Turf Equipment, be liable for any spe- cial, incidental, or consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability in tort, or any other legal theory.
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Page 6: Safety Precautions
This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal operation and servicing of this equipment. DANGER – denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death. - Page 7 WARNING: Thrown objects! • Never operate the mower deck with side deflector dam- aged, altered, removed or in raised position, except when the entire grass catcher attachment or mulching sys- tem is being used. Part Number 601817 • Keep shields and covers in place while machine is in opera- tion.
- Page 8 601396_0109 WARNING: Read Owner’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine. WARNING: Roll over! • Mow 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 10: Slope Guide
Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. E (15 D (10 C (5 1. Hold this sheet of paper in front of you. Make sure that Line A is horizontal. 2. Align Line B with a vertical surface such as pole, tree or building. 3. - Page 11 601396_0109...
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Page 12: Safe Operating Practices
Safe Operating Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death. Operation Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job. -
Page 13: Using A Ramp
Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent fires by keeping engine compartment, exhaust area, battery, fuel line, fuel tank and operator’s station clean of accumulated trash, grass clippings, and other debris. Always clean up spilled fuel and oil. Using a ramp Use extreme caution when loading and unloading a unit onto a truck or trailer with a ramp. -
Page 14: Control Panel
Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. children will remain where you last saw them. Never leave machine unattended with ignition key in switch, especially with children present. -
Page 15: Engine Starting
Steering control levers in park brake position Fig. 4-3 Deck lift pedal Fig. 4-4 Safety start interlock system The tractor is equipped with a safety start interlock system consisting of the park brake switches, seat switch, and deck clutch switch. Check tractor safety start interlock system daily, prior to operation. -
Page 16: Stopping The Engine
the throttle and/or engaging the deck clutch. 9. Before stopping the engine, place the steering 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. -
Page 17: Operating Suggestions
FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION FORWARD TRAVEL ZERO DEGREE N= NEUTRAL POSITION Direction of arrows indicate direction of tractor movement IMPORTANT: Rapid movement of steering control levers is not recommended as damage to the hydraulic system compo- nents may occur. To increase speed, increase steering control lever’s distance from neutral. - Page 18 Three point turn Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Neutral Right control lever Left control lever Fig. 4-7 601396_0109 Direct grass discharge to right, away from unmown area. Select a mowing pattern that directs grass discharge towards the outside, not towards center, of mowing area. Generally, this means using a pattern utilizing left turns because side discharge is to right.
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Page 19: Mower Deck Operation
Mower deck operation DANGER: Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck while the engine is running or with the deck drive clutch engaged. Mower blades cannot be seen and are located very close to deck housing. Fingers and toes can be cut off instantly. With the engine running, engage the deck clutch switch (Fig. -
Page 20: Safe Servicing Practices
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safe Servicing Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death. Service Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine run- ning when servicing or making adjustments to tractor. Park the machine on level ground. -
Page 21: Torque Values
Always connect the positive (red) battery cable(s) before connecting the negative (black) cable(s). Hydraulic system The Sport 42/48 is equipped with two Hydro-Gear EZT integrated pump/motor transmissions. Fig. 5-1 The EZT integrated pump/motor transmissions are sealed for follow battery life and do not require any scheduled service. -
Page 22: Fuel System
EZT Integrated pump/motor Fig. 5-1 Fuel system DANGER: Observe usual fuel handling precautions: Do not smoke while refueling. Extinguish all ciga- rettes, cigars, pipes andother sources of ignition. Do not remove fuel cap or fill tank with engine run- ning or while engine is hot. Clean up any gasoline spills. -
Page 23: Engine Air Filter
Engine air filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the engine’s owner’s manual. General engine maintenance Detailed instructions and recommendations for break-in and regular maintenance are specified in the Engine Owner’s manual. Please refer to this manual for engine servicing, lubricating levels with... -
Page 24: Mower Blade Removal
will tear rather than cut the grass, leaving a brown ragged top on the grass within a few hours. A dull blade also requires more power from the engine. Replace any blade which is bent, cracked or broken. WARNING: 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. -
Page 25: Maintenance Schedule
Hustler Sport 42/48 Maintenance Schedule Refer to Fig. 5-8 WEEKLY SERVICE AT OR 50 INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS Verify safety start interlock system Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts Visually inspect tires Check oil level, engine (1) Prior to each use or every 4 hours... - Page 26 Hustler Sport 42/48 Tractor Maintenance Locator Chart Viewed from top of unit 601396_0109 Fig. 5-8 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Plug 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tank 7. Engine Oil Filter 8.
- Page 27 Hustler Sport 42/48 Deck Maintenance Locator Chart 1. Deck Belt 2. Blades Fig. 5-9 Hustler Sport 48” Deck Hustler Sport 42” Deck 601396_0109...
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Page 28: Troubleshooting
SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES Steering control levers not in park brake position or switch not adjusted Deck clutch switch engaged Starting motor does Weak or dead battery not crank Electrical connections are corroded or loose 20 amp fuse is blown For additional causes No fuel or line plugged There is incorrect fuel in the fuel system... - Page 29 601396_0109...
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Page 30: New Season Preparation
When storing the unit at the the end of the mowing season, the following steps should be taken to ensure readiness for the next mowing season. 1. Remove all grass, dirt, and trash from tractor and mower. Clean tractor and mower and touch up all scrapes with Hustler spray paint. - Page 31 601396_0109...
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Page 32: Table Of Contents
General engine maintenance ....5-4 Hustler Sport 42/48 Deck Maintenance Locator Chart 5-8 Hustler Sport 42/48 Maintenance Schedule ..5-6 Hustler Sport 42/48 Tractor Maintenance Locator Chart Hydraulic system .