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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.
IMPORTANT: Wash the machine with a mild detergent and water. Do
not pressure wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of water, espe-
cially near the control panel, engine and the transaxle units.
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. Block tractor up so weight is off tires.
NOTE: Do not deflate tires.
6. Remove the battery from machine
A. Clean battery
B. Check the electrolyte level
C. Charge the battery, if necessary
D. Store battery in a cool, dry place (do not expose to freezing temper-
atures)
E. Always keep the battery fully charged. (Especially important to
prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32
o
F.)
6. Perform separate engine preparation as listed below.
7. 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. Gas-
oline evaporates if left in carburetor for long periods, forming gum and
varnish deposits in carburetor. These deposits will cause engine flood-
ing 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.
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 muf-
fler.
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.
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 level.
3. Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline. Run machine at half speed for 5 min-
utes, 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 8-12 psi.
7. Refer to engine manual for more information.
STORAGE
This section contains sources of additional literature concerning your
tractor. Literature should be ordered from your Hustler dealer or direct from
indicated source.
Parts Manuals
If you would like to order a Parts Manual for a particular tractor, the Hus-
tler part number for that manual is listed in the following chart. Please contact
your Hustler dealer to order the manual.
PRODUCT LITERATURE
Model Model Number Parts Manual P/N List Price
FasTrak Super
Duty 48/54/60
928374, 928382 109188 $22.50