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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) resulting in frame breakage by repairing or replacing part(s) with WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY new or used replacement parts. Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the following warranty to the original ● Hustler Turf Equipment will correct any defect in the deck purchaser only: resulting in the front edge of the d
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allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above ALLOCATION OF RISKS limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal This agreement allocates the risks of product failure between Hustler Turf rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to Equipment, and the purchaser. This allocation is recognized by both parties state. and is reflected in the price of the goods. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY In no case shall Hus
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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. This structure’s protective capability Always wear eye protection when may be impaired by structural damage, checking the battery, acid can cause overturn, or alteration. If any of these serious injury to skin and eyes. If contact conditions occur, this structure must occurs, flush area with clean water and be replaced. call physician immediately. Acid will also damage clothing. Avoid crushing, use seat belt. Do not allow open flame near the battery Do no
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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 K units only C C E H 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. 3-6, 3-7 & 3-8) ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) NOTE: Inspect the ROPS after the first 20 hours of operation. Following the initial inspection, check the ROPS after every 500 hours of operation or every six months, whichever comes first. Fig. 3.10 Super Z shown 1. Check the
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5. dirt or stiffness Hustler Z/Super Z shown 6. abrasion to the seat belt webbing 7. damage to the buckle, latch plate or hardware. 8. or any other problem ROPS post WARNING: The ROPS structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage, overturn or alteration. Do not remove or alter any of the ROPS parts. Do not attempt to weld or straighten ROPS. Failure to adhere to these instructions could result in severe injury or death. WARNING: To minimize chance of injury or death from
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FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION N N FORWARD TRAVEL ZERO DEGREE TURN FORWARD TRAVEL REVERSE TRAVEL REVERSE TRAVEL RIGHT TURN RIGHT TURN N = Neutral Position Direction of arrows indicate direction of tractor movement. Figure 3-14 To make a three point turn to the right, move the left control lever thrown from the equipment. Approach at a slow speed and farther forward from neutral than the right control lever and start the turn. angle one drive wheel at the obstruction. Continue at an Next
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Neutral Right Left control control lever lever Left Right control control lever lever Neutral Three point turn Side discharge chute Step 1 Figure 3-16 Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass growing straight and better dispersion of the clippings. Remember, grass grows at different rates at different time of the year. Mow more often in the early spring to maintain the same cutting height. As the growth rate slows in mid summer, mow less frequently. If you cannot mow at a regular interval
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Stop Height handle adjusting stop Rear mount legs Figure 3-17 Front mount legs Anti-scalp wheel Figure 3-19 TM BAC-VAC Mounting If a BAC-VAC™ is to be mounted to an Hustler ATZ tractor it will be necessary to remove the following from the unit: 1. Drive wheel weights 2. Frame weights located between the drive wheels 3. The front and rear mount legs of the ROPS structure. The two post ROPS structure will remain. Fig. 3-19 The weights included with the BAC-VAC™ will be used instead of the Hustle
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MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safe Servicing Practices running. Turn off the engine and be sure the blades have stopped This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing before cleaning. Use a stick to clear a plugged discharge area. objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or Never use your hand! death. ▲ Grass collection system components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. F
