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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents General Information ........1-1 To The New Owner . - Page 4 Hydraulic System........4-3 Fuel and Evaporative Emissions Control System ... . 4-4 Engine Oil and Filter .
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Page 5: General Information
1. Correct part description. 2. Correct part number. General operation, adjustment and maintenance guidance is 3. Correct model number. outlined for both the experienced and novice Hustler user. ® 4. Correct serial number. Operating conditions vary considerably and cannot all be All warranty repair and service must be handled through an addressed individually. - Page 6 WARNING WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT OF SPARK ARRESTER MUFFLER This equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. California Public Resources Code Section 4442.6 provides that it is unlawful to use or operate an internal combustion engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester maintained in effective working order.
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Page 7: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • It is also the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics are qualified and physically able individuals, properly trained in the operation of this equipment. • All operators and mechanics must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls and decals. - Page 8 WARNING: Thrown objects! • Always maintain a safe distance from people and pets when mowing. 601058 • Always stop machine if someone WARNING: • Avoid skin contact with hot surface. enters the area. Hot surface! • Inspect area to be mowed for hazards such as rocks, metal objects and other Part Number 601058 debris which may be thrown or entan-...
- Page 9 Part Number 601993 WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine. WARNING: Roll over! • Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away from drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage ditches, embankments, water, and other types of hazards to avoid a wheel dropping over the edge or to avoid the ground from breaking away.
- Page 10 Part Number 601635 WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine. WARNING: This structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage, overturn, or alteration. If any of these conditions occur, this structure must be replaced. WARNING: Roll over! •...
- Page 11 604261 Part Number 604261 604260 Part Number 604260 Fast Read Operator’s Manual before attempting to Slow operate this machine. Choke Wear ear protection, eye protection and safety shoes Mower blade engage/disengage switch when operating this equipment. Ignition switch - insert key If warning light comes on, check engine oil For maximum electric clutch life engage at 1/2 - 3/4 throttle position.
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Page 13: Slope Guide
Slope Guide Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. E (15 Slope Guide Lines D (10 C (5 Line A 1. Hold this sheet of paper in front of you. Make sure that Line A is horizontal. 2. - Page 14 REV F 604345...
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Page 15: Operation
OPERATION Do not operate the equipment while wearing sandals, ten- Safe Operating Practices nis shoes, sneakers, shorts or any type of loose fitting clothing. Do not use a towel as a headband or neck wrap This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and and do not hang towel from the waist. -
Page 16: Using A Ramp
When on a ramp avoid sudden acceleration. The Hustler mower is capable of operating horizontally ® (traverse) on moderately steep slopes. When operating on... -
Page 17: Children
6. Extremely dry conditions of grass Children 7. Tire pressure Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to The attachments mounted to the mower will also affect the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the the way it handles on a slope. -
Page 18: Control Panel
Control Panel the ignition switch, the meter records the accumulative time while the ignition key is switched to the RUN position. G. 20 amp fuse (Figure 3-1) — Controller - 20 amp, blade- type. H. 15 amp fuse (Figure 3-1) — Ignition & Safety systems - 15 amp, blade-type. -
Page 19: Safety Start Interlock System
If the seat switch is not operating properly (is not opening or closing) and if the cause can not be determined, replace the seat switch. If the problem cannot be located, contact your Hustler ® Dealer. WARNING... -
Page 20: Stopping The Engine
The following steps are the correct procedures for starting the The steering control levers must be placed in the neutral engine. If difficulty is encountered, contact the Hustler ® Dealer position, to release the park brakes, so that the mower can be in your area. - Page 21 WARNING Always pull from the mower hitch. Do not attach chains or ropes to the ROPS for pulling purposes, as the machine ROPS can tip backwards. Always fasten seat belt during operation of the machine (mower equipped with ROPS in “raised/up” position). Inspect the area prior to being mowed for proper overhead clearance (tree limbs, guy wires, doorways, etc).
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Page 22: Mower Operation
1. Check the torque of the ROPS mounting bolts. Tighten Mower Operation the bolts to the correct torques as shown below if necessary. Figure 3-8 This mower is equipped with the SmoothTrak™ steering 2. Inspect the operator’s seat and the mounting parts for the system. - Page 23 control lever and finish the turn. (Figure 3-10) FRONT OF MOWER FACES THIS DIRECTION WARNING Always be aware of what is behind the machine before FORWARD TRAVEL backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely nec- essary. Always look down and behind before and while backing up.
- Page 24 Step 1 If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and involve your Hustler ® dealer to resolve the problem before continuing to operate. WARNING The unit’s steering control levers are very responsive:...
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Page 25: Mower Deck Operation
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. -
Page 26: Deck Cutting Height Adjustment
4. If the mower blades continue to rotate with the deck A. With the side deck wheels in the top hole (-1 on the clutch switch down, discontinue operation immediately chart) the range of cut is 1.0” to 3.5” (25.4mm to and contact your Hustler ® Dealer. 89mm). -
Page 27: Anti-Scalp Wheels
the chart) the range of cut is 3.0” to 5.5” (76.2mm to 139.7mm). Adjusting holes Top hole Middle hole Clevis pin 604285 604285 604285 Bottom hole Side deck Figure 3-16 wheel Figure 3-14 Side deck 7. On the side decks remove the hair pin from the clevis pin wheel and remove the pin from the height adjusting hole. - Page 28 Anti-scalp wheel Adjusting holes Figure 3-18 REV F 3-14 604345...
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Page 29: Maintenance & Adjustments
Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them. fires by keeping the engine compartment, top of the Use only genuine Hustler ® replacement parts to ensure deck, exhaust area, battery, fuel line, fuel tank and that original standards are maintained. -
Page 30: Torque Values
Be careful not to get soap and water into the battery. Clean the battery terminals with a solu- If you wish to use non-pneumatic tires on your Hustler ® tion of four parts water and one part baking soda mower the tires must be an approved tire purchased from when they become corroded. -
Page 31: Hydraulic System
It is located at the left front corner of the engine. Figure every 500 hours thereafter. The Super 104 system filter is located inside the hydraulic reservoir on the underneath side of the tank. Use a Hustler ® approved filter element only. When changing the filter use a 15/ 16”... -
Page 32: Fuel And Evaporative Emissions Control System
• Use extreme care when handling gasoline and other The fuel and evaporative emissions control system for this fuels which are extremely flammable and vapors mower is EPA compliant. Use only Hustler ® approved are explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can replacement parts. -
Page 33: Engine Oil And Filter
• Do not fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners. Always place fuel containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. • When practical, remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment Left fuel tank with its wheels on the ground. - Page 34 Safety filter Oil drain valve Figure 4-6 mowers and supplies clean combustion air to the engine. Figure Figure 4-8 These mowers are equipped with a safety filter. The filter element slides over the safety filter. Figure 4-8 Overservicing The safety filter does not require servicing unless it becomes Overservicing occurs when an air filter element is removed contaminated with dirt or moisture.
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Page 35: General Engine Maintenance
Special attention should be paid to applicable data which will not be duplicated here. Carbon canister Some Hustler Super 104 mowers will have a carbon canister incorporated into the fuel system. Figure 4-10 Figure 4-11 This is a mandatory feature that is required on all mowers Belts using gasoline engines that are put into operation in California. -
Page 36: Mower Blade Maintenance
5/8” bolt. Blade should not lean or tilt. Inspect the machine and involve your Hustler ® dealer Spin the blade slowly, blade should not wobble. -
Page 37: Seat Adjustment
Seat (Option 1) This seat can be adjusted five different ways to obtain the most comfortable position: 1. Back angle (Figure 4-15) 2. Forward and rearward travel (Figure 4-15) Resharpening pattern 3. Weight (Figure 4-15) 4. Isolator (Figure 4-15) 5. Armrest (Figure 4-16) Weight adjusting control Do not sharpen to original pattern (below). -
Page 38: Steering Control Lever Adjustment
5. Armrest (Figure 4-20) Weight adjusting control Forward/rearward travel lever Armrest control Figure 4-17 Back angle control Figure 4-20 Steering Control Lever Adjustment The steering control levers can be adjusted for operator comfort. By loosening the cap screws that attaches the upper control lever to the lower lever (Figure 4-21), the upper control lever can be pivoted to fit the operator’s personal preference. - Page 39 Upper control lever Cap screws Lower control lever Figure 4-21 604345 4-11 REV F...
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Page 40: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Figure 4-22, Figure 4-23, Figure 4-24 Figure 4-26 & Figure 4-27 WEEKLY MONTHLY ANNUALLY SERVICE AT OR 50 OR 100 OR 500 INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS HOURS HOURS Verify safety start interlock system Prior to each use Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts Prior to each use Visually inspect tires Prior to each use... - Page 41 Check fuel system for any crack or leaks including, but not limit to, fuel line hoses, fuel valve, vent line hoses, vent valve, vapor valve, carbon canister, and grommets. Replace as needed. More often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather. Inspect ROPS after the first 20 hours of operation and then after every 500 hours of operation or yearly whichever comes first.
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Page 42: Super 104 Maintenance Locator Chart
Super 104 Maintenance Locator Chart 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Plug 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tanks 7. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 8. Hydraulic Oil Filter 9. Front Wheel Bearing Zerks (2) 10. - Page 43 Figure 4-26 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 15. Pump Belt 2. Fuel Filter 16. Deck Pusher Arm Zerks (2) 3. Engine Air Cleaner 17. Deck Belt - Deck Drive 4. Engine Oil Drain Plug 18. Spindle Housing Zerk (5) 5.
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Page 45: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING The majority of operating problems that occur with a system can be traced to improper adjustments or delayed service. A consistently applied preventative maintenance program, as outlined in the Maintenance & Adjustments section of this manual, will prevent many problems. The following chart is designed to help you locate a problem by suggesting probable causes and the recommended solutions. -
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PROBABLE SUGGESTED SYMPTOMS CAUSES REMEDIES Uneven cutting height The blade(s) are not sharp Sharpen the blades A cutting blade(s) is/are Install new cutting blade(s) bent The deck is not level Level the deck per the Deck leveling and height adjustment section of the General Service Manual An anti-scalp wheel is not Adjust the height of the... -
Page 47: Cut Quality & Discharge Management
Cutting blade(s) are damaged or bent. Install new cutting blade(s). A blade spindle is bent. ® Contact your Hustler dealer. The underside of the deck is dirty. Clean the underside of the deck. Cut height is set too high for conditions, causing Reduce deck cut height. -
Page 48: Deck Functionality
Deck Functionality Symptoms Probable causes Suggested Remedies Grass is not being cut by side deck when mow- Side deck hydraulic cylinders are not fully Fully extend the side deck hydraulic cylinders ing crown of hills or other undulations. extended to allow ±15 degree articulation. using the side deck lift switch. -
Page 49: Deck Zone Chart
Deck Zone Chart Deck Front Left Right Side Side BLADE IDENTIFICATION TABLE BLADE CHAMBER COLOR BLADE LENGTH (IN) 23.86 20.5 BLACK 20.5 BLACK 20.5 BLACK 23.86 CHAMBER CHAMBER CHAMBER CHAMBER CHAMBER Inches from left edge of cut DETAIL A Deck Front See Detail A Right Left... - Page 50 REV F 604345...
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Page 51: Storage
STORAGE When storing the unit at the end of the mowing season, the film of oil over any exposed metal surfaces of the engine mower, engine, and battery should have the following items that are subject to corrosion. serviced before storage. 8. -
Page 52: Product Literature
If you would like to view or print a copy of the product manuals (Operator’s Manual, Parts Manual, or General Service Manual) for these mowers go online to www.hustlerturf.com and click on the MANUALS button. Contact your local Hustler dealer if you require another engine manual. - Page 53 INDEX PAGE PAGE Anti-scalp wheels ..........3-13 Mower operation ............. 3-8 Belts .................4-7 New season preparation ........6-1 Carbon canister ............4-7 Operating suggestions ......... 3-10 Children ..............3-3 Parts and service ........... 1-1 Control Panel ............3-4 Preparation of battery for storage ......6-1 Controls ..............3-4 Preparation of engine for storage ......
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