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MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS
Safe Servicing Practices
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid
serious injury or death.
Service
V Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine run-
ning when servicing or making adjustments to mower.
Park the machine on level ground. Always disengage
traction drive, cutting reel drive, stop engine and discon-
nect spark plug wire before doing any maintenance. Wait
for engine and all moving parts to come to a complete
stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing. Repairs or
maintenance requiring engine power should be per-
formed by trained maintenance personnel only. To pre-
vent carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure proper
ventilation is available when engine must be operated in
an enclosed area. Read and observe safety warnings in
front of manual.
V Before working on any part of this machine, make certain
engine cannot be accidentally started. Repairs or mainte-
nance requiring engine power should be performed by
trained personnel only.
V Except when changing or checking belt, always keep belt
covers on mower for safety as well as cleanliness.
V Keep your machine clean and remove any deposits of
trash and clippings, which can cause engine fires and
excessive belt wear. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow
machine to cool before storing.
V Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent
fires by keeping the top of the unit, engine compart-
ment and exhaust area clean of accumulated trash,
grass clippings, and other debris. Always clean up
spilled fuel and oil.
V Always wear adequate eye protection when servicing the
unit and removing accumulated debris.
V Use extra caution when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
V Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong odor
of gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct cause.
V Never remove fuel cap or refuel machine while engine is
running; never refuel near an open flame or near devices
which can create a spark. Allow the engine to cool down
before refueling. Refuel outdoors. Never refuel or drain
the fuel from the machine indoors.
V Never run the engine in an enclosed area unless exhaust
is vented to the outside. Exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide which is odorless and deadly poison.
V Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the
traction drive system or reel while the engine is running
or cutting reel drive is engaged. Reel knife cannot be
seen and are located very close to the cutting reel hous-
ing. Fingers and toes can be cut off instantly. Repairs or
maintenance requiring engine power should be per-
formed by trained maintenance personnel only.
V Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent
entrapment of the fingers between reel and fixed parts of
the machine.
V Never work under the machine or attachment unless it is
safely supported. Make certain machine is secure.
V Do not touch hot parts of machine. Be careful of hot
muffler.
V Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the bedknife attach-
ing bolts. Keep equipment in good working condition.
V Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
V Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher. Turn
off the engine and be sure the cutting reel has stopped
before cleaning.
V Use caution when cleaning around cutting unit. Wear
gloves and use the proper tools to clean debris from the
reel area.
V Grass collection system components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer’s recom-
mended parts, when necessary.
V Use only genuine Hustler replacement parts to ensure that
original standards are maintained
Introduction
WARNING: Before working on the mower, make cer-
tain engine cannot be accidentally started. Shut engine
off and disconnect spark plug wire. Repairs or mainte-
nance requiring engine power should be performed by
trained personnel only.
WARNING: Exercise caution when working around
the cutting reel, the reel blades and bedknife are
extremely sharp. Wearing gloves is advisable when
working around or with the blades.
WARNING: Except when changing or checking belt,
always keep belt covers on mower for safety as well
as cleanliness.
Regular maintenance is the best prevention for costly
downtime or expensive, premature repair. The following pages
contain suggested maintenance information and schedules
which the operator should follow on a routine basis. For more
detailed information order the correct parts manual for your
unit. Refer to the Product Literature section of this manual.
Remain alert for unusual noises, they could be signaling a
problem. Visually inspect the machine for any abnormal wear
or damage. A good time to detect potential problems is while
performing scheduled maintenance service. Correcting the
problem as quickly as possible is the best insurance.