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Hustler Z
Super Z
Owner’s Manual
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Hustler Turf Equipment
P.O. Box 7000
Hesston, Kansas
67062-2097
375527_0406
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WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 375527_0406
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. General Information.............................................................Sect. 1 2. Safety Precautions................................................................Sect. 2 3. Operation..............................................................................Sect. 3 4. Maintenance.........................................................................Sect. 4 5. Adjustments .........................................................................Sect. 5 6. Troubl
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GENERAL INFORMATION This manual applies to the following equipment: To the new owner Hustler Z 23/52”, number 926881 The purpose of this manual is to assist owners and Hustler Z 23/60”, number 926915 operators in maintaining and operating the Hustler Z tractor Hustler Z 23/60”, number 926923 and deck. Please read it carefully; information and Hustler Z 25/60”, number 926931 instructions furnished can help you achieve years of Hustler Z 25/60”, number 926949 dependable performance. Hustler Z 25/
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liability arising from subsequent use of this equipment. Model and serial number Tractor model and serial numbers are found on the serial identification plate, located on the frame directly below and to the left of the operator’s platform. These numbers are required on the Warranty Registration form. They will also assure you of the correct service parts when replacement becomes necessary. Parts and service Use original Hustler replacement parts only. These parts are available through your lo
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HUSTLER Z AND SUPER Z TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TRACTORS AND DECKS (THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON DECK SPINDLE BEARING & DECK GAUGE FORK BEARING) WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY material or workmanship on the Hustler Turf Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the following warranty to Equipment, by repairing or replacing part(s) with the original purchaser only: either new or used replacement parts. a. First and Second Year: Hustler Turf Equipment ● Such repair, including parts and labor shall be
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● Repairs made by unauthorized persons ● Cost of any substitute equipment, facilities, services ● Damage caused by use of the Hustler Turf or downtime Equipment for purposes other than those for which it ● The claims of third parties including customers, and was designed injury to property ● Damages caused by disasters such as fire, flood, Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of wind, and lightening incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation ● Damages caused by
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ignition key when leaving operator’s seat. If you lose 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. Always remain seated while operating machine. ▲ This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a Always keep safety shields and covers in place, except ▲ message intended to provide a reasona
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lever and avoid sudden movement. Rapid movement ability to operate the mower safely enough to protect of the control levers in either direction could result in a themselves and others from serious injury. reaction of the tractor that can cause serious injury. Always disengage the blades and wait for them to stop ▲ Never operate a poorly maintained machine. before crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. ▲ Never carry passengers. Always keep clear of the mower blades and ▲ ▲ Never attempt high sp
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wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose Another consideration to safe mowing on slopes is moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. to be aware of what is located at the bottom of the Frequently check components and replace with slope. Extreme caution should be used when there is a manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary. hazard located at the bottom of the slope. Some Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the examples are: ▲ blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra cauti
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The following illustrations show the various safety decals that are located on the machine. A brief explanation is shown to help the operator understand the meanings of these decals. Do not smoke while refueling. Read Owner’s Manual and Quick Do not fill tank with engine running, Reference Decal before attempting to or while the engine is hot. operate this machine. Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building. Store away from open flame or spark if there is fuel in tank. Avoid
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SLOPE GUIDE Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. o E (15 ) Slope Guide Lines o D (10 ) o C (5 ) Line A 1. Hold this sheet of paper in front of you. Make sure that line A is horizontal. 2. Align line B with a verticle surface such as a pole, tree or building. 3. Fold the paper along the slope guide lines (C, D or E). 4. Align the closest slope guide line with the ground slope. This will give you a close estimation of the ground slope to be mowed. Figure 2-1 375527
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OPERATION 12 14 Hustler Z Controls 11 9 10 8 12 12 17 16 3 17 5 12 6 8 7 18 1 19 2 4 11 20 15 12 13 1. Ignition Switch 6. Hour meter 11. Deck adjusting rod 16. Deck height indicator 2. Throttle lever 7. Oil Pressure light 12. Anti-scalp wheels 17. Brake switch 3. Control levers 8. Fuel tanks 13. Discharge chute 18. Choke lever 4. Deck clutch switch 9. Hydraulic reservoir 14. Left deck cover 19. Temperature warning light 5. Deck lift pedal 10. Battery 15. Right deck cover Check Engine light (9270
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Deck lift pedal Control lever Figure 3-3 Figure 3-5 Control lever in park brake position H Ho ou ur r m me et te er r Figure 3-4 Move lever forward to increase engine rpm, move lever rearward to decrease engine rpm. 3. Choke control (Fig. 3-2a) – a cable is linked to manually operate the engine choke. When the lever is Figure 3-6 in the down position, the choke is in the off (run) position. When the lever is pulled up, the choke is in Instrumentation the on (start) position. Do not operate
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Models 927558, 927566, 927921, 927939, 927947 & 927954 only — an audible alarm will sound when the engine coolant is close to overheating. Safety interlock system The tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system consisting of the park brake switches, seat switch, and deck clutch switch. Check tractor safety start interlock system daily, prior to operation. This system is an important tractor safety feature. It should be repaired immediately if it malfunctions. The machine incorporates a
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Operating suggestions DANGER: Prior to operating the tractor the operator should be thoroughly familiar with the proper use and operation of the equipment, should read the manual completely and thoroughly, and should have attempted slow moving maneuvers to become familiar with the operation of the equipment before attempting normal speed operation. An inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain. WARNING: If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place th
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again two days later at a lower cutting height. Mower deck operation Raise the cutting height of the mower if the cutting width of the mower is wider than the previous mower. This DANGER: Never attempt to make any ensures that uneven turf is not cut too short. adjustments to the mower deck while the engine Raise the cutting height of the mower if the grass if is running or with the deck drive clutch engaged. slightly taller than normal or if it contains a high degree of Mower blades cannot be
