Maintenance Schedule - HUSTLER 42 Owner's Manual

Hustler Sport 42/48

Maintenance Schedule

Refer to Fig. 5-8
SERVICE AT
INTERVALS INDICATED
Verify safety start interlock system
Visually inspect unit for loose
hardware and/or damaged parts
Visually inspect tires
Check oil level, engine (1)
Clean air intake screen (4)
Clean foam element (4)
Check fuel level
Blades - sharpen & securely
fastened
Discharge chute - securely in place
& in lowest position
Clean engine and transaxle
compartment
Grease deck height pivots
Grease deck lift pedal pivot
Change engine oil & filter (1)(3)
Clean cylinder & head fins(a)
Check battery connections
Check tire pressure with a gauge
Clean engine exterior (a)
Replace air cleaner paper element
(4)
Clean & regap spark plugs (a)
Check pump & deck belt tension
and condition (5)
Check fuel lines (6)
Check fuel tank grommet (6)
Tighten lug nuts on wheels (2)
Change fuel filter
Replace spark plugs
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. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer's
recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner's Manual for
recommendations and other maintenance items.
4. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions.
5. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 6 months or 100
hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed.
Otherwise, replace every 200 hours or 2 years
whichever comes first.
6. Check fuel line hoses and fuel tank grommet 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 50 OR 100
HOURS HOURS
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Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Prior to each use or every 4 hours
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