HUSTLER FasTrak 36" & 42" Decks none Parts Manual page 93

determined, replace the seat switch. If the problem can not be located, contact your Hustler
Dealer.
WARNING:
function properly, it should be corrected immediately. Do not operate machine without properly
functioning seat safety switch.
WARNING:
Steering dampener adjustment
The steering dampener is spring loaded to return the control levers to the neutral position from the reverse
position. This gives the operator a sense of neutral during operation.If the steering control lever does not
return to neutral from reverse then adjust as follows:
To set the steering dampeners in the correct operating position follow these steps:
1. Shut engine off, place control levers in the park brake position, disengage deck clutch,
remove ignition switch key and disconnect negative battery cable before doing any
adjustments.
2. If you have not already done so, loosen the front ball stud that is attached to the
forward dampener socket, FIG. 24.
3. When the ball stud is loosened, pull out on the ball stud end and release. The
dampener will return to the neutral position and come to rest. Re-tighten the front ball
stud.
4. Release the park brake and pull the steering lever to the reverse position and allow
the dampener to return the lever to the neutral position. If the steering lever does not
return to the neutral position (centered with the brake slot), then either you have not
adjusted the dampener correctly, or it is damaged and needs to be replaced.
5. Repeat for the opposite side.
Hydraulic pump belt adjustment
The pump drive belt tension remains constant by means of a tension idler and spring (FIG. 25). There is no
tension adjustment of this belt.
NOTE:
belt every 200 hours or every two (2) years whichever comes first.
WARNING:
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.
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The safety interlock system should always function per steps 4 and 5. If it does not
Do not operate machine without a properly functioning seat safety switch.
SPRING
PUMP
DRIVE
BELT
Inspect the belt every 100 hours and replace as needed.Replace the
If the pump belt fails, loss of control will occur especially when operating on a slope.
TENSION
IDLER
FIG. 25
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