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Torque values
WARNING: Particular attention must be given
to tightening the drive wheel lug nuts, wheel
motor nuts, and blade spindle bolts. Failure to
correctly torque these items may result in the loss
of a wheel or blade, which can cause serious
damage or personal injury.
Torque values given below:
Ft-lbs. Nm
Wheel (lug) nuts ................................65-75......88.14-101.7
Wheel motor nut (Hustler Z) .........350-375 .....474.6-508.5
Wheel motor nut (Super Z)............290-310 .....393.2-420.4
Blade spindle bolt top........................65-75......88.14-101.7
Blade spindle bolt bottom
(spindle with blade saddle)......65-75......88.14-101.7
Blade spindle bolt bottom
(spindle without blade saddle) ....118...........160.0
It is recommended that these be checked after the first 2
hours of operation, initially and every 50 hours following
removal for repair or replacement.
For all other torques refer to the tractor parts manual for
standard torque chart.
For engine torque values, see engine owner’s manual.
Tires
It is important for level mowing that the tires have the
same amount of air pressure. The recommended pressure
are:
Drive wheels...............................................8-10 psi
Gauge wheels .............................................8-10 psi
Solid fill tires are not recommended for Hustler turf
equipment. On any machine, with solid filled tires, the
warranty claim will be denied.
WARNING: Explosive separation of a tire and
rim can cause serious injury or death.
Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper
equipment and experience to perform the task.
Always maintain the correct tire pressure and
never over inflate.
Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly as
an explosion may occur. Welding can weaken or
deform a wheel.
When inflating tires stand to one side and not in
front of or over the tire assembly.
Check tires for low pressure, blemishes, damaged
rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.
Hour meter
To recognize when your machine needs servicing, check
the hour meter and the maintenance schedule. The hour
meter shows the number of hours the engine has run and the
maintenance schedule lists the service intervals. Fig. 4-2
Lubrication
1. Grease the front gauge wheel bearings per the
Maintenance Schedule. Use SAE multi-purpose
grease.
2. Grease the four deck lift pivots, located to the side of
the operator’s footrest per the Maintenance Schedule.
Use SAE multi-purpose grease.
3. Grease the deck idler per the Maintenance Schedule.
Use SAE multi-purpose grease.
4. Grease the pump idler per the Maintenance Schedule.
Use SAE multi-purpose grease.
5. Grease the two deck pusher arm pivots per the
Maintenance Schedule. Use SAE multi-purpose
grease.
6. Grease the blade spindle assemblies per the
Maintenance Schedule. The spindle assemblies
require lubrication annually. Each spindle shaft is
equipped with a grease zerk located under the deck.
Use no more than one or two ounces of SAE multi-
purpose grease, (1 to 2 pumps on an average grease
gun). Do not force lubricant in to grease zerks.
Bearings are sealed and do not require much
lubricant.
Electrical system
The electrical system is a 12 volt, negative ground.
Recommended battery size is a garden tractor BCI group
U1R with 225 or better cranking AMP rating. A
maintenance-free battery is recommended. Otherwise,
follow battery manufacturer’s maintenance, safety, storing
and charging specifications.
The battery is located under the seat. Fig. 4-3
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Figure 4-3
Battery