Operating Suggestions - HUSTLER Super Z Owner's Manual

N
FORWARD TRAVEL
N = Neutral Position
Direction of arrows indicate direction of tractor movement.
control levers are from neutral, the faster tractor will go in
reverse.

Operating suggestions

DANGER: Prior to operating the tractor the
operator should be thoroughly familiar with the
proper use and operation of the equipment,
should read the manual completely and
thoroughly, and should have attempted slow
moving maneuvers to become familiar with the
operation of the equipment before attempting
normal speed operation. An inexperienced
operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven
terrain.
WARNING: The unit's control levers are very
responsive: Easy does it! For smooth operation,
move lever slowly, avoid sudden movement.
Skill and ease of operation come with practice
and experience.
Inexperienced operators may have a tendency to
oversteer and lose control. Slow-moving practice
maneuvers are recommended to become familiar with these
characteristics before attempting normal speed operation.
WARNING: Sharp depressions or raised
obstacles (such as gutters or curbs) should not be
directly approached at high speed in an attempt
to "jump" them as the operator could be thrown
from the equipment. Approach at a slow speed
and angle one drive wheel at the obstruction.
Continue at an angle until the wheel clears and
then pivot the opposite wheel around.
When turning on soft wet turf, keep both wheels rolling
either forward or backward. Pivoting on one stopped wheel
FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION
PIVOT TURN FORWARD TRAVEL
RIGHT TURN
Figure 3-8
3-4
REVERSE TRAVEL
RIGHT TURN
can damage turf. This is especially important when
mowing.
Tractor performance is maximum when the throttle is set
at full rpm. This gives maximum power to the drive wheels
and deck when needed. Use the control levers to control
ground speed rather than engine rpm.
WARNING: Do not operate the equipment
while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, sneakers,
shorts or any type of loose fitting clothing.
Always wear long pants, safety glasses and
safety shoes when operating this machine.
Keep blades sharp. Many professional mowing
companies have additional sets of blades and change blades
twice a day: once in the morning and again at noon. Many
problems with incorrect cutting patterns are due to dull
blades or blades which have been sharpened incorrectly.
Information on sharpening blades is listed in this manual's
maintenance section. In addition, most communities have
individuals or companies which specialize in sharpening
mower blades. Blade sharpness should be checked daily.
Use high blade speed. Your Hustler Z is designed to
operate at full throttle. The throttle setting directly controls
blade speed. The highest blade speed generally gives best
cut.
Direct grass discharge to right, away from unmown
area. Select a mowing pattern that directs grass discharge
towards the outside, not towards center, of mowing area.
Generally, this means using a pattern utilizing left turns
because side discharge (Fig. 3-9) is to right. In any case,
avoid throwing grass discharge onto unmowed area because
grass is then mowed "twice". Mowing twice puts an
unnecessary load on the unit and reduces mowing efficiency.
WARNING: Never direct discharge of material
from mower deck towards bystanders.
N
REVERSE TRAVEL
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