Product Literature; Preparation Of Cutting Unit For Storage; New Season Preparation; Preparation Of Engine For Storage - HUSTLER 50 Owner's Manual

When storing the unit at 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 mower. Clean
tractor and mower and touch up all scrapes with Hustler
spray paint.
IMPORTANT: Wash the machine with a mild detergent
and water. Do not pressure wash the machine. Avoid
excessive use of water, especially near the control panel
and engine.
2. Install new air filter per Engine Owner's Manual.
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. Perform separate engine preparation as listed below.
6. 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 plug and pour a tablespoon of engine oil
into the spark plug hole,
reconnect plug lead.
7. Pull recoil starter handle and stop it at the position where
it feels heavy and resistant. This is to distribute oil over
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cylinder walls and valve mechanism.
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.
11. Refer to engine manual for more information.

Preparation of cutting unit for storage

1. Make sure cutting unit is clean and dry.
2. Grease all reel grease fittings.
3. Backoff reel to bedknife clearance adjustment.
4. Spray cutting reel and bedknife with a rust inhibitor.

New season preparation

Before starting the machine following post season storage, the
following servicing is required:
1. Clean tractor, removing trash and dirt accumulation.
2. Check engine oil level.
3. Check safety interlock system to make sure it is
functioning properly.
4. Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline. Run machine at half
speed for 5 minutes, checking operation of machine.
Stop engine and check for oil leaks, loose hardware and
so forth.
5. Tighten any bolts that have loosened and make sure all
hair pins, cotter pins and clevis pins are in place.
6. Check cutting reel knives and bedknife for sharpness.
7. Check the clearance between the cutting reel and
bedknife for proper adjustment.
8. Install all safety shields and review safety precautions
listed in this manual.
9. Refer to engine manual for more information.