Storage; New Season Preparation - HUSTLER Super Mini Z Owner's Manual

When storing the unit at the the end of the mowing
season, the following steps should be taken to ensure
readiness for the next mowing season.
1. Remove all grass, dirt, and trash from tractor and
mower. Clean tractor and mower and touch up all
scrapes with Hustler spray paint.
2. Clean paper air filter. Replace if necessary. Wash and
re-oil foam precleaner.
3. Check thoroughly for any worn or damaged parts that
need replacing and order them from your dealer.
4. Thoroughly lubricate machine, according to
lubrication instructions.
5. Check hydraulic oil level. Add oil if necessary.
Change oil and filter if not done in last 500 hours.
Lubrizol additive is required. Refer to Maintenance
section.
6. Block tractor up so weight is off tires.
NOTE: Do not deflate tires.
7. Protect battery from freezing temperatures.
Occasionally recharging battery during storage will
extend battery life.
8. Perform separate engine preparation as listed below.
9. Store tractor in a clean, dry place.
Preparation of engine for storage
When engine is to be unused for long periods, proceed as
follows:
1. Run engine for a minimum of 15 minutes.
2. Drain oil from crankcase while engine is still warm.
3. Refill with fresh oil of proper viscosity.
4. Drain fuel tank and run the engine until it stops from
lack of fuel. Gasoline evaporates if left in carburetor
for long periods, forming gum and varnish deposits in
carburetor. These deposits will cause engine flooding
and loss of power.
5. Remove and replace fuel filter if not done in previous
100 hours.
6. Remove spark plugs and pour a tablespoon of engine
oil into each spark plug hole, Install plugs, but do not
reconnect plug leads.
7. Crank engine with starter at least a dozen revolutions
to distribute oil over cylinder walls and valve
mechanism.
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8. Clean exterior surface of engine. Spread a light film
of oil over any exposed metal surfaces of engine that
are subject to corrosion.
9. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinders and fins, blower
housing and muffler.
10. Check oil filler cap and fuel tank cap to make certain
they are securely in place.
Preparation of battery for storage
When the machine is to be unused for long periods, it is
best to disconnect the battery and remove it from the unit.
At this time perform the following battery maintenance:
1. Clean battery
2. Check the electrolyte level
3. Charge the battery, if necessary
4. Store battery in a cool, dry place (do not expose to
freezing temperatures)
5. Always keep the battery fully charged. (Especially
important to prevent battery damage when the
temperature is below 32F.)

New season preparation

Before starting the tractor following post season storage,
the following servicing is required:
1. Clean tractor, removing trash and dirt accumulation.
2. Check engine oil and hydraulic oil levels.
3. Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline. Run machine at half
speed for 5 minutes, checking operation of steering
control lever. Stop engine and check for oil leaks,
loose fittings and so forth.
4. Tighten any bolts that have loosened and make sure all
hair pins, cotter pins and clevis pins are in place.
5. Install all safety shields and review safety precautions
listed in this manual.
6. Check and inflate tires to 8-10 psi.
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