Hustler 42 - Manuals

2-2 601396_0109 O Repairs necessary due to improper fuel, contaminatesin the fuel system, or failure to properly prepare thefuel system prior to any period of non-use over threemonths DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY The foregoing warranties are in lieu of all other warranties,expressed or implied, including ...

601396_0109 3-1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONALSAFETY for operators and other persons during the normaloperation and servicing of this equipment. DANGER – denotes immediate hazards which WILL resul...

601396_0109 3-5 SLOPE GUIDE Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed. 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 pole, tree or building. 3. Fold the paper along the slope guide lines (C, D...

601396_0109 4-1 OPERATION Safe Operating Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoidserious injury or death. Operation V Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories andattachments are needed to properly an...

4-2 601396_0109 V Clean flammable material from machine. Preventfires by keeping engine compartment, exhaust area,battery, fuel line, fuel tank and operator’s stationclean of accumulated trash, grass clippings, and otherdebris. Always clean up spilled fuel and oil. Using a ramp V Use extreme caution...

601396_0109 4-3 Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to themachine and the mowing activity. Never assume thatchildren will remain where you last saw them. V Never leave machine unattended with ignition key inswitch...

4-4 601396_0109 Safety start interlock system The tractor is equipped with a safety start interlock system consisting of the park brake switches, seat switch, and deckclutch switch. Check tractor safety start interlock system daily, prior to operation. This system is an important tractor safety feat...

601396_0109 4-5 the throttle and/or engaging the deck clutch. 9. Before stopping the engine, place the steering controllevers in the park brake position, disengage the deckclutch, and throttle back to low idle for a couple ofminutes; then rotate ignition key counter-clockwise to theOFF position. Rem...

4-6 601396_0109 IMPORTANT: Rapid movement of steering control levers is not recommended as damage to the hydraulic system compo-nents may occur. To increase speed, increase steering control lever’s distance from neutral. The farther forward steering control levers arefrom neutral, the faster tractor...

601396_0109 4-7 Direct grass discharge to right, away from unmown area. Select a mowing pattern that directs grass discharge towards theoutside, not towards center, of mowing area. Generally, thismeans using a pattern utilizing left turns because side discharge is to right. In any case, avoid throwi...

4-8 601396_0109 Mower deck operation DANGER: Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck while the engine is running or withthe deck drive clutch engaged. Mower blades cannotbe seen and are located very close to deck housing.Fingers and toes can be cut off instantly. With the engine runn...

601396_0109 5-1 MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safe Servicing Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoidserious injury or death. Service V Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine run- ning when servicing...

5-2 601396_0109 To do this it will be necessary to raise and block the deck, using jack stands or blocks, in the full up position and scrape thebuild-up from underneath. Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled personnel.Consult your ...

601396_0109 5-3 Fuel system DANGER: Observe usual fuel handling precautions: Do not smoke while refueling. Extinguish all ciga-rettes, cigars, pipes andother sources of ignition.Do not remove fuel cap or fill tank with engine run-ning or while engine is hot. Clean up any gasolinespills.Allow engine ...

5-4 601396_0109 Engine air filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the engine’s owner’s manual. General engine maintenance Detailed instructions and recommendations for break-in and regular maintenance are specified in the Engine Owner’smanual. Please refer to this manual for engine servici...

601396_0109 5-5 will tear rather than cut the grass, leaving a brown ragged top onthe grass within a few hours. A dull blade also requires morepower from the engine. Replace any blade which is bent, cracked or broken. WARNING: Never attempt to straighten a bent blade by heating, or weld a cracked or...

5-6 601396_0109 NOTES: 1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation.Thereafter, change oil after every 40 hours operation.Change more often under dusty or dirty conditions andduring hot weather periods. 2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation. 3. Change engine oil filter per ...

601396_0109 5-7 Fig. 5-8 1 4 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 9 10 13 10 8 Hustler Sport 42/48 TractorMaintenance Locator Chart Viewed from top of unit 12 11 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Drain Plug 5. Battery 6. Fuel Tank 7. Engine Oil Filter 8. Deck Lift Pivot Z...

5-8 601396_0109 Fig. 5-9 1 2 2 2 1 2 2 1. Deck Belt 2. Blades Hustler Sport 42/48 DeckMaintenance Locator Chart Hustler Sport 48” Deck Hustler Sport 42” Deck

601396_0109 6-1 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES SUGGESTED REMEDIES SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES SUGGESTED REMEDIES Starting motor does not crank Steering control levers not in park brake position or switch not adjusted Place steering control levers in park brake position or re-adjust switch Tra...

601396_0109 7-1 STORAGE When storing the unit at the the end of the mowing season, the following steps should be taken to ensure readiness for the nextmowing season. 1. Remove all grass, dirt, and trash from tractor and mower.Clean tractor and mower and touch up all scrapes withHustler spray paint. ...

601396_0109 i-1 INDEX PAGE PAGE Anti-scalp wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Control Panel . . . . . . ....