HUSTLER MDV Operator's Manual page 29

been exposed to water for extended periods may wear out
quicker. Check the brakes more frequently if this occurs.
Operating the vehicle in rapidly flowing water, such
as a river or stream, can cause the tires to lose trac-
tion and allow it to be swept away in the current.
Wet brakes reduce braking capabilities which could
lead to an accident and personal injury.
Driving over Obstacles
When operating over obstacles:
• Always check for hidden obstacles or hazards before
proceeding. Be constantly alert for hazards such as
logs, rocks, and low hanging branches.
• Reduce the vehicle speed and exercise caution espe-
cially when operating on unfamiliar terrain.
• Never attempt to drive over large obstacles such as
large rocks or fallen trees.
Driving over any obstacle can cause loss of control
or tipping.
Monitor during Operation
While driving, occasionally check to see if any of the fol-
lowing instrument panel lights are lit.
• Coolant light
• Oil light
• Alternator light
• Park brake light
If any of these lights come on during operation, perform
the following steps immediately:
1. Safely bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Set the gear select lever in the "NEUTRAL" position.
3. Engage the park brake.
4. Shut the engine off.
5. Locate and fix the source of the problem.
6. If the problem can not be resolved, contact your local
Hustler Dealer for assistance.
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Gear Select Lever Operation
A. Gear select lever
B. LOW range
C. HIGH range
The gear select lever can only be shifted when:
• the vehicle is completely stopped.
• the speed control pedal is in the "NEUTRAL" (fully
released) position.
IMPORTANT: Bring the vehicle to a complete stop before
changing gears to avoid damage to the transmission and/or
the shifting linkage.
The type of job being performed will determine the proper
gear and engine speed.
Move the gear select lever to the "NEUTRAL" position and
engage the park brakes before leaving the vehicle.
If the gear select lever becomes hard to engage, do not
force it. To get it to move:
• engage the park brakes,
• slightly depress the speed control pedal and then
release it,
• then, move the gear select lever.
If the gear select lever becomes hard to disengage, do not
force it. To get it to move:
• fully engage (push down on) the brake pedal,
• then, move the gear select lever.
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B
C
D
E
A
D. NEUTRAL
E. REVERSE
Figure 3-11
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