Photographs and illustrations used were current at the time of printing, but subsequent production changes may cause your machine to vary slightly in detail. Hustler Turf Equipment reserves the right to redesign and change the machine as deemed necessary, without notification. If a change has been made to your machine which is not reflected in this owner’s...
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WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the following warranty to the original purchaser only: a. First and Second Year: Hustler Turf Equipment Tractors and Power Units are warranted for two (2) years from date of delivery on all materials and workmanship.
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES In no case shall Hustler Turf Equipment, be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability in tort, or any other legal theory. Such damages include, but are not limited to: ●...
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES In no case shall Hustler Turf Equipment, be liable for any special,...
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No employee of Hustler Turf Equipment, or any other party is authorized to make any warranty in addition to those made in this agreement.
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.
Safety and Instruction Decals ▲ ▲ Specific safety warning decals are located on the equipment near the immediate areas of potential hazards. These decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace them if they become non-readable. The following illustrations show the various decals that are located on the machine. A brief explanation, for those requiring one, is shown to help the operator understand the meanings of these decals.
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 a pole, tree or building. 3.
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. Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer.
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▲ 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. This will reduce the risk of the machine suddenly roling over causing serious injury or death.
Control Panel A - Choke E - Oil pressure light B - Throttle F - 20 amp fuse C - Deck clutch switch G - 10 amp fuse D - Ignition switch Figure 3-1 IMPORTANT: When access is required under the seat platform and the seat is equipped with the optional arm rests, make certain to place the control arms in the park brake position and pivot the arm rests upward before placing the seat platform in the full forward position to...
Figure 3-4 5. With the deck clutch switch up and/or the control levers in the neutral position, slowly raise off of the seat. The engine should stop. 6. If the engine fails to stop when the deck clutch switch is up or one or both of the control levers is up and the operator is off the seat, check the function of the seat switch.
FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION FORWARD TRAVEL ZERO DEGREE TURN N = Neutral Position Direction of arrows indicate direction of tractor movement. Do not tow the machine. Move it by hand or use a winch to load on a trailer for transporting.
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maneuvers to become familiar with the operation of the equipment before attempting normal speed operation. An inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain. WARNING: If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately.
Cutting more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse or it is the end of the mowing season. Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass growing straight and better dispersion of the clippings. Remember, grass grows at different rates at different time of the year.
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 running when servicing or making adjustments to tractor.
Solid fill tires are not recommended for Hustler turf equipment. On any machine, with solid filled tires, the warranty claim will be denied. Lubrication Use SAE multi-purpose grease. Electrical system The electrical system is a 12-volt, negative ground. Recommended battery size is a garden tractor BCI group U1R with 225 or better cranking AMP rating.
approved filter element only. IMPORTANT: Purging procedure must be followed after changing the oil and filter. Refer to Parts Manual (Hustler P/N 107652 or 108737) for more detailed oil changing and purging information. WARNING: When washing the mower, direct the spray away (especially if using a power washer) from the Hydro- Gear ZT 2800 transaxle’s seals to prevent water intrusion and to ensure component performance.
Overservicing Overservicing occurs when an air filter element is removed for cleaning or replacement before it is necessary. Each time the filter is removed a small amount of dirt and dust could fall in the intake system. This accumulated dirt can cause a dusted engine. It only takes a few grams of ingested dirt over the normal service life of an engine to cause a dusted engine.
Use a 15/16" wrench to remove the 5/8" cap screw holding the blade to the spindle shaft from underneath. NOTE: A blade holding tool (part number 381442) is available from Hustler Turf Equipment. It is designed to prevent the blades from rotating when they are being removed or installed on the spindle.
Hustler Mini Z 36/42 & FasTrak Super Duty 36/42 Maintenance Schedule Refer to Fig. 4-11 WEEKLY MONTHLY ANNUALLY OR 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) Daily or every 4 hrs.
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Hustler Mini Z 36/42 & FasTrak Super Duty 36/42 Maintenance Locator Chart Viewed from top of unit 107708_0808 10. Park Brake Switch (2) 11. Drive Tire 12. Deck Belt 13. Pump Belt 14. Blades 15. Engine Air Intake Screen 16. Front Gauge Wheel Tires Viewed from top of unit Figure 4-11 1.
Hustler Mini Z 36/42 & FasTrak Super Duty 36/42 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.
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. IMPORTANT: Wash the machine with a mild detergent and water.
INDEX Anti-scalp wheels ...17 Belts ...22 Control lever adjustment ...23 Control panel...13 Controls ...13 Deck cutting height adjustment...17 Driving the tractor ...15 Electrical system ...20 Engine air filter ...21 Engine oil and filter...21 Engine starting ...14 Hustler Mini Z 36/42 & FasTrak Super Duty 36/42 Troubleshooting...27 Hustler Mini Z 36/42 &...