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NOTES:
1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation.
Thereafter, change oil after every 40 hours operation.
Change more often under dusty or dirty conditions and
during hot weather periods.
2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s
recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for
recommendations and other maintenance items.
4. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions.
5. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 6 months or 100
hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed.
Otherwise, replace every 200 hours or 2 years
whichever comes first.
6. Check fuel line hoses and fuel tank grommet for any
cracks or leaks
REFERENCES:
a—Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (100 hours), repeat
cycle.
Hustler Sport 42/48
Maintenance Schedule
Refer to Fig. 5-8
SERVICE AT
INTERVALS INDICATED
WEEKLY
OR 50
HOURS
ANNUALLY
OR 100
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
Check oil level, engine (1) Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Clean air intake screen (4) Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Clean foam element (4) Prior to each use
Check fuel level Prior to each use
Blades - sharpen & securely
fastened
Prior to each use
Discharge chute - securely in place
& in lowest position
Prior to each use
Clean engine and transaxle
compartment
Daily
Grease deck height pivots X
Grease deck lift pedal pivot X
Change engine oil & filter (1)(3) X
Clean cylinder & head fins(a) X
Check battery connections X
Check tire pressure with a gauge X
Clean engine exterior (a) X
Replace air cleaner paper element
(4)
X
Clean & regap spark plugs (a) X
Check pump & deck belt tension
and condition (5)
X
Check fuel lines (6) X
Check fuel tank grommet (6) X
Tighten lug nuts on wheels (2) X
Change fuel filter X
Replace spark plugs X