Deck Cutting Height Adjustment; Anti-Scalp Wheels - HUSTLER FasTrak SD Operator's Manual

Clutch life will be maximized if these procedures are
followed.
1. Engage the clutch only when the throttle is set at
approximately 2/3 throttle and there is no load on the
blades. After clutch engagement, advance the engine
throttle to full rpm.
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.
2. Disengage the clutch only when the throttle is set at less
than 1/2 throttle.
Never disengage the clutch with the engine running at
high rpm. Setting the throttle to less than 1/2 throttle
when disengaging the clutch will help extend clutch life.
Warranty will not be allowed for deck clutches that fail due
to improper engagement and disengagement practices.

Deck Cutting Height Adjustment

Deck cutting height is adjustable in 1/4" (6.4mm) increments.
The holes in the height adjusting bar are spaced at 1/2"
(12.7mm) intervals. By turning the height adjusting stop around,
1/4" (6.4mm) increments can be attained due to the 1/4"
(6.4mm) plate that is part of the stop. Figure 3-11
EXAMPLE: When the height adjusting stop is placed in the
3" (76.2mm) hole, with the 1/4" (6.4mm) plate facing to the
front of the unit, the cutting height is at 3" (76.2mm). When the
height adjusting stop is placed in the 3" (76.2mm) hole, with
the 1/4" (6.4mm) plate on the operator's side of the hole, the
cutting height is at 3-1/4" (82.6mm).
The notch located at the rear of the height adjusting bar
engages the stop handle when the deck lift pedal is fully
depressed. This sets the deck in transport mode.

Anti-Scalp Wheels

Anti-scalp wheels are standard on FasTrak SD 48/54/60 units.
These anti-scalp wheels are designed to minimize scalping
when mowing on rough uneven terrain. Figure 3-12
Anti-scalp wheels can be installed in two positions. With the
wheel installed in the bottom hole, the wheel is located 2"
(50.8mm) below the mower blades. This setting is preferred
when mowing at cutting heights of 2-1/2" (63.5mm) or higher.
When the wheel is mounted in the top hole, it is located 1"
(25.4mm) below the mower blades. This is the acceptable
setting for mowing at cutting heights of 1-1/2" (38.1mm) or
higher.
REV G
Transport lever
Pin
Cutting height holes
Adjusting
holes
3-12
Figure 3-11
Anti-scalp
wheel
Figure 3-12
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