Fuel Evaporation System Filter; Engine Oil And Filter; Engine Air Filter; General Engine Maintenance - HUSTLER FasTrak Operator's Manual

Fuel Shut-off Valve
This mower is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, located
behind the seat platform. When closed the fuel valve pre-
vents fuel flow to the engine. Figure 4-6
Valve shown in open position
A. Fuel shut-off valve
Figure 4-6

Fuel Evaporation System Filter

Hustler FasTrak mowers have a fuel evaporation system
® ®
filter. This filter must be checked and replaced every 300
hours or annually whichever comes first. Figure 4-7
A. Fuel evaporation system filter
Figure 4-7
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Engine Oil and Filter

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tion. The mower must be level when checking the oil. Refer to
the Engine Owner's Manual and maintenance schedule for oil
recommendation and capacities.
operation and per the engine manufacturer's recommenda-
tions after that. Change the engine oil more frequently if
operating in extremely dirty conditions.
clean up any oil which may have spilled onto the engine
plate, engine exhaust system, and muffler guard.
Draining the Engine Oil:
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Engine Air Filter

Schedule shown elsewhere in this manual.

General Engine Maintenance

and regular maintenance are specified in the Engine Owner's
Manual. Please refer to this manual for engine servicing,
lubricating oil levels with quality and viscosity recommenda-
tions, bolt torques, etc. The engine warranty is backed by the
engine manufacturer. Special attention should be paid to
applicable data which will not be duplicated here.

Belts

Replace a belt that shows signs of:
4-4
Allow the engine to cool before changing the
engine oil. If the engine has been running, use cau-
tion when changing the engine oil as it will be very
hot. You should wear the appropriate protective
gear to avoid being burned or exposed to engine
oil.
Check the engine oil daily and after every 4 hours of opera-
Change the engine oil and filter after the first 5 hours of
IMPORTANT: After the new oil filter has been installed,
1. Locate the oil drain valve on the lower right side of the
engine. Figure 4-8
2. Position a suitable oil drain container under the
machine below the oil drain valve.
3. Use a 10 mm wrench or socket and open the valve
approximately 4 turns in the counterclockwise direc-
tion. Allow 10 minutes for engine oil to adequately
drain.
4. After oil is drained, close the valve by turning it in the
clockwise direction until it is fully closed.
5. Once the valve is closed, clean up any spilled oil.
IMPORTANT: All oil drips or spills must be cleaned off
of the engine plate, engine exhaust system, and muf-
fler guard before operating the machine.
Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Maintenance
Detailed instructions and recommendations for break-in
Inspect belts frequently for wear and serviceability.
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