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HUSTLER Lawn Mower Accessory Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: General Information

    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 manual, or the...
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  • Page 4 The foregoing warranties are in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantabil- ity and fitness for a particular purpose. However, if the Hustler Turf Equip- ment is purchased as a consumer product, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the duration of this limited warranty.
  • Page 5 This machine like any other powered equipment is potentially dangerous unless properly operated. Any operator must be cautious and keep safety in mind at all times. Any operator, prior to using the Hustler Turf Equipment, should thoroughly familiarize himself with the owner's manual regarding operation and safety of the machine, as well as all safety warnings on the machine itself.
  • Page 6 The foregoing warranties are in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantabil- ity and fitness for a particular purpose. However, if the Hustler Turf Equip- ment is purchased as a consumer product, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the duration of this limited warranty.
  • Page 7 This machine like any other powered equipment is potentially dangerous unless properly operated. Any operator must be cautious and keep safety in mind at all times. Any operator, prior to using the Hustler Turf Equipment, should thoroughly familiarize himself with the owner's manual regarding operation and safety of the machine, as well as all safety warnings on the machine itself.

  • Page 8: 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 per- sonal injury or death.
  • Page 9 If you loose steering control while oper- ating the machine, place the steering If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering control levers in the park brake position control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and involve your Hustler dealer to resolve the problem before continuing to operate.

  • 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.
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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. Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer.

  • Page 13: Control Panel

    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 rolling over causing serious injury or death. ▲ Use a walk behind, push mower or hand-held trimmer on slopes and near drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage ditches, embankments and water to avoid machine rollover and serious injury or death.

  • Page 14: Engine Starting

    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 Steering control lever Shown with steering control levers in neutral position Figure 3-2 immediately if it malfunctions.

  • Page 15: Stopping The Engine

    Mini FasTrak 36/42 Slot Bypass valve rod (Left rod shown) (Viewed from the rear left underneath side) Figure 3-5 Bypass valve rod shown in towing position Figure 3-6 5. Insert key in ignition switch and rotate full clockwise to engage starting motor.
  • Page 16 FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION FORWARD TRAVEL ZERO DEGREE N = NEUTRAL POSITION Direction of arrows indicate direction of tractor movement forward. Push the left steering control lever farther forward from neutral than the right steering control lever and finish the turn. (Fig. 3-9) WARNING: Always be aware of what is behind the machine before backing up.

  • Page 17: Mower Deck Operation

    Three point turn Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Figure 3-9 Use high blade speed. Your mower is designed to operate at full throt- tle. The throttle setting directly controls blade speed. The highest blade speed generally gives best cut. Direct grass discharge to right, away from unmown area.

  • Page 18: Deck Cutting Height Adjustment

    With the engine running, engage the deck clutch switch (Fig. 3-1) and advance engine throttle to full rpm. NOTE: Engaging the deck clutch at high engine rpm or when under heavy load (in tall grass for example) can cause belts and/or electric clutch to slip, resulting in premature wear or possible damage.
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  • 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 running when ser- vicing or making adjustments to tractor.

  • Page 21: Hydraulic System

    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 bat- tery size is a garden tractor BCI group U1R with 225 or better cranking AMP rating.

  • Page 22: Fuel System

    FasTrak 36/42 shown Figure 5-3 Fuel system DANGER: Observe usual fuel handling precautions: Do not smoke while refueling. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes andother sources of ignition. Do not remove fuel cap or fill tank with engine running or while engine is hot. Clean up any gasoline spills. Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building.

  • Page 23: Mower Blade Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 24: Seat Adjustment

    Cap screw Figure 5-1 FasTrak 36/42 shown Figure 5-9 Figure 5-10 Lay the blade on a flat surface and check for distortion (Fig. 4-7 and 4- 8). Replace any distorted blade. Do not re-use spindle bolts which have stripped, worn or undercut threads.

  • Page 25: Maintenance Schedule

    FasTrak 36/42 Mini FasTrak 36/42 Maintenance Schedule Refer to Fig. 4-12 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 Clean air intake screen (4) Prior to each use or every 4 hours...
  • Page 26 FasTrak 36/42 Mini FasTrak 36/42 Maintenance Locator Chart Viewed from top of unit 601156_0308 Viewed from top of unit Figure 5-12 1. Engine Oil Fil & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3a. Engine Air Cleaner (Honda) 3b. Engine Air Cleaner (Kohler) 4.
  • Page 27 FasTrak 48/54 Maintenance Locator Chart Viewed from top of unit 1. Engine Oil Fil & Dipstick 2a. Fuel Filter (Honda) 2b. Fuel Filter (Kawasaki) 2c. Fuel Filter (Kohler) 3a. Engine Air Cleaner (Honda & Kawasaki) 3b. Engine Air Cleaner (Kohler) 4.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES Starting motor does not Steering control levers not crank in park brake position or switch not adjusted Deck clutch switch engaged Weak or dead battery Electrical connections are corroded or loose 20 amp fuse is blown For additional causes The engine will not No fuel or line plugged start, starts hard or fails...
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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. 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.
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  • Page 32: Table Of Contents

    INDEX Anti-scalp wheels ........17 Belts .
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