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GENERAL INFORMATION This manual applies to the following Hustler equipment lines: Warranty registration The Delivery and Warranty Registration form must be completed and Hustler Z/Super Z signed to validate your warranty protection. As the new equipment owner, Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel you are expected to see that the form is completed and forwarded to Hustler Hustler ATZ Turf Equipment at time of delivery. Be sure to register the tractor plus each attachment that displays a model To the new ow
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HUSTLER Z/HUSTLER Z SHIBAURA DIESEL/SUPER Z/HUSTLER ATZ TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TRACTORS AND DECKS (THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON DECK SPINDLE BEARING & DECK GAUGE FORK BEARING) OR FOUR YEAR (500 HOURS) LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TRACTORS AND DECKS OR 90 DAYS LIMITED WARRANTY IN RENTAL APPLICATIONS ● He must promptly notify Hustler Turf Equipment, or an WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY authorized dealer, in writing of the defect. In no event shall such Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the followi
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unreasonable use, accident, negligence or misuse TIME LIMIT ● Repairs or replacement resulting from the use of unauthorized a. Two (2) Year Limited Warranty parts, accessories or attachments Any action for breach of warranty must be commenced within ● Repairs or replacement as the result if any alterations or twenty-five (25) months following delivery of the goods in a non- modifications, in the determination of Hustler Turf Equipment, rental application. which adversely affects the operation, p
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message intended to Incorrect usage of this machine may result in severe injury. provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and Personnel operating and maintaining it should be trained in the proper other persons during the normal operation and servicing of this equipment. use and should read the manuals completely and thoroughly before attempting to set-up, operate, adjust, or service this machine. DANG
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Avoid skin contact with battery acid. Always wear eye protection when WARNING: Rotating fan blade! checking the battery, acid can cause serious injury to skin and eyes. If contact occurs, flush area with clean water and Part Number � Keep hands, feet and clothing 763805CE call physician immediately. Acid will also clear of this area. damage clothing. � Keep shields or covers in place Do not allow open flame near the battery while machine is in operation. 763805CE when charging. Hydrogen gas fo
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Part Number Part Number 601968 601967 601967 601968 WARNING: � Avoid hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure WARNING: Fire! � Clean flammable material from Fluid under pressure! machine. Prevent fires by keeping � Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can engine compartment, top of deck, penetrate skin. exhaust area, battery, hydraulic � Hydraulic fluid may also cause infection in a minor lines, fuel line, fuel tank and cut or opening in the skin; if exposed to hydraulic operator’s station cl
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Part Number ATZ Only 601791 WARNING: Read Owner’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine. WARNING: Roll over! � Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away from drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage ditches, embankments, water, and other types of hazards to avoid a wheel dropping over the edge or to avoid the ground from breaking away. WARNING: Back over! � Do not carry passengers � Always stop machine if someone enters the area. � Always be aware of what is behind the ma
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ATZ ROPS Only WARNING: This structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage, overturn, Part Number or alteration. If any of these conditions occur, this 601792 structure must be replaced. WARNING: Rollover Avoid crushing, use seat belt. � Do not jump if machine tips. � Do not remove ROPS � Always pull from the tractor hitch. � Do not attach chains or ropes to the � ROPS for pulling purposes, as the machine can tip backwards. WARNING: This structure’s protective capabili
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Hustler Z/Super Z/ATZ Only D C B E F A G L H Part Number 601980 601980 I N O Hustler Z Shibaura D J H Diesel Only F G E K M L A Part Number 601790 601790 B I A - Fast B - Slow C - Choke D - Mower blade engage/disengage switch E - Ignition switch - insert key F - OFF G - ON or ON/GLO Plug H - If warning light comes on, check engine oil I - Before starting the engine: Read Owner’s Manual Disengage mower blades Place control levers in park brake position J - Glo-plug K - If warning light comes on,
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SLOPE GUIDE Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. o F (25 ) - Hustler ATZ only Slope Guide Lines o E (15 ) 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 vertical 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
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OPERATION Safe Operating Practices ▲ Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging Some of the following safety instructions are from ANSI Standard B- material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back 71.4-2004 while others are specific to the Hustler Mid Mount Z line. towards the operator. Always disengage the blades and wait for This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing them to stop before crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. o
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▲ Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make The attachments mounted to the tractor will also affect the way it sudden changes in speed or direction. handles on a slope. Be aware that each attachment’s characteristics ▲ Avoid starting and stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, vary. disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. Do not tow on slopes. The weight of the towed equipment may ▲ Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away from drop-offs, ca
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Control Panels C C D A A D B E B G E Kawasaki liquid I cooled units only Kohler EFI units only C K C H E D I G L B D F E J Shibaura diesel units only A - Choke G - Temperature warning light B - Throttle H - Temperature gauge C - Deck clutch switch I - Alternator warning light D - Ignition switch J - Hour meter E - Oil pressure light K Glo-plug light F - Check engine light L Fuel gauge Figure 3-1 IMPORTANT: When access is required under the seat platform and Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel units only —
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temperature. If the coolant reaches an unsafe level during operation, Control shut down the machine as soon as possible. Never risk continued lever operation when the gauge needle is in the high range; high temperatures can severely damage the engine. Never risk continued operation when light remains on: high temperatures can severely damage the engine. An audible alarm will sound when the engine coolant is close to overheating. I. Alternator warning light (Fig. 3-1) — this light comes on when
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Ambient Preheating time Safety start interlock system temperature Ordinary heat type The tractor is equipped with a safety start interlock system consisting of the park brake switches, seat switch, and deck clutch switch. Above 10°C (50°F) No Need Check tractor safety start interlock system daily, prior to operation. This system is an important tractor safety feature. It should be 10°C (50°F) to Approx. 6 seconds repaired immediately if it malfunctions. The machine incorporates a -5°C (23°F) s
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Hustler Z shown ROPS Bypass valve Figure 3-7 Figure 3-10 IMPORTANT: Always make certain the two bypass valves are returned to their operating position before running the tractor following Bypass valve repairs. (Fig. 3-7, 3-8 & 3-9) ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) A Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and seat belt is provided with the equipment. Do not remove the ROPS and seat belt. ROPS when used with seat belt is effective in reducing injuries during unit overturn Super Z shown acc
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Hustler Z/Super Z shown ROPS post ROPS post ROPS mounting bolt ROPS mounting bolt Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel shown Figure 3-12 Figure 3-11 Hustler ATZ shown WARNING: Always wear your seat belt unless the tractor is ROPS post not equipped with a ROPS or if the ROPS is folded down. In this case, the seat belt should never be worn. WARNING: To minimize chance of injury or death from rollover: keep ROPS in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt. Never operate machine on a slope with the
