Engine Starting; Stopping The Engine; Moving The Mower With Stalled Engine - HUSTLER SmoothTrak X-ONE Operator's Manual

If you cannot locate the problem contact your Hustler
Dealer.
The safety interlock system should always func-
tion per steps 4 and 5. If it does not function prop-
erly, correct it immediately. Do not operate
machine without a properly functioning seat
safety switch.

Engine Starting

The mower's safety start interlock system is also designed
to protect the operator and others from accidental injury due
to unintentional engine starting. The engine starting motor
will not engage until:
1. Steering control levers are in the park brake position.
2. Deck clutch switch is in the down (OFF) position.
The safety interlock system must not be discon-
nected or bypassed. Doing so could cause the
machine to operate unexpectedly resulting in per-
sonal injury.
Start the engine by following these steps. If you encounter
difficulty, contact your Hustler
1. Make sure the steering control levers are in the park
brake position and the deck clutch switch is disen-
gaged. Start the engine from the operator's position
only.
2. Use the choke when the engine is cold, or if a warm
engine fails to start within 5 seconds of cranking.
Avoid flooding by operating the engine without chok-
ing as soon as possible.
3. Set the throttle at approximately the 1/2 open posi-
tion.
4. Insert the key in the ignition switch and rotate it clock-
wise to engage the starting motor. Release the key
when the engine starts.
IMPORTANT: The engine starter should not be oper-
ated for periods longer than 30 seconds at a time. At
least two minutes between such cranking periods to
protect the starter from overheating and burning-out.
5. As soon as the engine begins to run, check to make
certain all engine warning lights are off. If not, stop the
engine immediately and check for the cause.
6. Perform the test shown in the Safety Start Interlock Sys-
tem section to make sure the safety start interlock sys-
tem operates properly.
7. Allow the engine to idle two minutes before advancing
the throttle and/or engaging the deck clutch.
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Stopping the Engine

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Use the following procedure to shut the engine off.
1. Place the steering control levers in the park brake posi-
tion.
2. Throttle the engine back to low idle, then disengage
the deck clutch. Refer to the Mower Deck Operation sec-
tion for more details.
3. Let the engine run at low idle for two minutes.
4. Rotate the ignition key counter-clockwise to the "OFF"
position. Remove the key from the switch before leav-
ing the mower.

Moving the Mower with Stalled Engine

If it becomes necessary to move the mower when the
engine is inoperative, the integrated transmissions are
equipped with bypass valves. Figure 3-6 & Figure 3-7
Before moving the unit, turn bypass valve levers clockwise
until the stop is engaged. The valve lever on each hydraulic
pump is located at the front of the transmission. Figure 3-6 &
Figure 3-7
The steering control levers must be placed in the neutral
position, to release the park brakes, so that the mower can be
moved.
Do not tow the machine. Move it by hand or use a winch to
load on a trailer for transporting.
When transporting on another vehicle, the mower should
be facing forward and it must be secured.
Always make certain the two bypass valves are returned to
their operating position before running the mower following
repairs.
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