333559 09/08 9-5
Safety and Instruction Decals
Specific safety warning decals are located on the equipment near the immediate areas of potential hazards. These
decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace them if they become non-readable.
The following illustrations show the various
safety decals that are located on the machine. A brief explana-
tion is shown to help the operator understand the meanings of these decals.
Read Owner’s Manual and Quick Reference Decal before attempting to operate this machine.
Avoid skin contact with battery acid. Always wear eye protection when checking the battery, acid can cause
serious injury to skin and eyes. If contact occurs, flush area with clean water and call physician immediately.
Acid will also damage clothing.
Do not allow open flame near the battery when charging.
Hydrogen gas forms inside the battery. This gas is both toxic and flammable and may cause an explosion if
exposed to flame. Always remove the negative ground first and replace it last.
Do not overfill battery. Electrolyte may overflow and damage paint, wiring or structure. When cleaning the
battery, use soap and water. Be careful not to get soap and water into the battery. Use soda mixed in water to
clean corrosion off the terminals.
Do not remove or modify stabilizer wheels or rear engine guard or
injury can result. When operating on a slope of 15° or more, be aware
of any condition that may cause the tractor drive tires to lose traction
resulting in a possible loss of control of the machine.
If you loose 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.
If pump belt fails, steering control will be lost. Refer to owner’s manual for inspection and
replacement intervals and refer to above paragraph for emergency procedures.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Do not fill tank with engine running, or while the engine is hot.
Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building.
Store away from open flame or spark if there is fuel in tank.
Clean up any gasoline spills.
Do not refuel while in enclosed trailer or other enclosed areas.
Never operate the mower deck with side deflector damaged, altered, removed or in
raised position, except when the entire grass catcher attachment or mulching system
is being used. Stay clear of mower blades as long as engine is running.Keep a safe
distance from machine. Keep shields or covers in place while machine is in
operation. Keep hands away from rotation pulleys and belts.
Part Number
727016
Part Number
793547
Part Number
600899
Part Number
793570