Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. General Information .............................................................Sect. 1 2. Safety Precautions ................................................................Sect. 2 3. Operation..............................................................................Sect. ...
Page 5 - To the new owner; Using this manual; GENERAL INFORMATION
375527_0406 1-1 This manual applies to the following equipment: Hustler Z 23/52”, number 926881Hustler Z 23/60”, number 926915Hustler Z 23/60”, number 926923Hustler Z 25/60”, number 926931Hustler Z 25/60”, number 926949Hustler Z 25/72”, number 926964Hustler Z 24/60”, number 926667Hustler Z 24/60”, n...
Page 9 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
375527_0406 2-1 This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a m e s s a g e i n t e n d e d t o p r o v i d e a r e a s o n a b l e d e g r e e o f PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal operation and servicing of this equipment. DANGER – denotes immediate hazard...
Page 13 - ground slope to be mowed.; Slope Guide Lines; 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 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 ...
Page 15 - Controls; OPERATION
IMPORTANT: When access is required under the seat platform make certain to place the control arms in thepark brake position and pivot the arm rests upwardbefore placing the seat platform in the full forwardposition to prevent arm rest damage. Controls For general location of the controls described i...
Page 16 - Instrumentation
Move lever forward to increase engine rpm, movelever rearward to decrease engine rpm. 3. C h o k e c o n t r o l ( F i g . 3 - 2 a ) – a c a b l e i s l i n k e d t o manually operate the engine choke. When the lever isin the down position, the choke is in the off (run)position. When the lever is pu...
Page 17 - Safety interlock system; Engine starting
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 deckclutch switch. Chec...
Page 19 - Operating suggestions
Operating suggestions DANGER: Prior to operating the tractor the operator should be thoroughly familiar with thep r o p e r u s e a n d o p e r a t i o n o f t h e e q u i p m e n t ,s h o u l d r e a d t h e m a n u a l c o m p l e t e l y a n dthoroughly, and should have attempted slowmoving maneu...
Page 20 - Mower deck operation
again two days later at a lower cutting height. Raise the cutting height of the mower if the cutting width of the mower is wider than the previous mower. Thisensures that uneven turf is not cut too short. Raise the cutting height of the mower if the grass if slightly taller than normal or if it cont...
Page 21 - MAINTENANCE
4-1 375527_0406 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE LOCATOR CHART 1a. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick (Kawasaki & Honda) 1b. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick (Kohler)2a. Fuel Filter2b. Fuel Filter (927053 & 927061) 2c. Fuel Filter (Kawasaki liquid cooled) 3. Engine Air Cleaner4. Engine Oil Drain Plug5. Bat...
Page 22 - Side discharge deck
375527_0406 MAINTENANCE LOCATOR CHART 1. Deck Idler Zerk (1)2. Deck Pusher Arm Zerks (2)3. Deck Belt4. Spindle Housing Zerk (3)5. Blades 5 5 2 2 1 4 4 4 3 2 5 2 3 4 4 5 4 Side discharge deck Rear discharge deck Figure 4-1b
Page 24 - Introduction
375527_0406 4-4 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 and during hot weatherperiods. 2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation. 3. Perform initial hydraulic fi...
Page 25 - Hour meter
Torque values WARNING: Particular attention must be given to tightening the drive wheel lug nuts, wheelmotor nuts, and blade spindle bolts. Failure tocorrectly torque these items may result in the lossof a wheel or blade, which can cause seriousdamage or personal injury. Torque values given below: F...
Page 26 - Hydraulic system
375527_0406 4-6 W A R N I N G : B a t t e r y p o s t s , t e r m i n a l s , a n d r e l a t e d a c c e s s o r i e s c o n t a i n l e a d a n d l e a dcompounds, chemicals known to cause cancera n d r e p r o d u c t i v e h a r m . W a s h h a n d s a f t e rhandling. WARNING: Avoid skin contac...
Page 27 - Fuel system
Before applying pressure to hydraulic system,make sure all connections are tight and all hosesand lines are in good condition. To find a leakunder pressure, use a piece of cardboard or wood— never use your hands. Relieve all pressure in the system before disconnecting or working onhydraulic lines. T...
Page 30 - Cooling system
4-10 375527_0406 from the reservoir and add coolant to the “L” mark. Installthe cap. D A N G E R : N e v e r r e m o v e r a d i a t o r c a p o r o v e r f l o w r e s e r v o i r c a p w h e n e n g i n e i s h o t .Pressurized hot steam and water may be released,causing serious burns or possible ...
Page 31 - Mower blade maintenance; Mower blade removal
General engine maintenance Detailed instructions and recommendations for break-in a n d r e g u l a r m a i n t e n a n c e a r e s p e c i f i e d i n t h e E n g i n eOwner’s manual. Please refer to this manual for engineservicing, lubricating oil levels with quality and viscosityrecommendations, ...
Page 35 - ADJUSTMENTS; Torque values
ADJUSTMENTS Introduction WARNING: Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to tractor. Place controllevers in the park brake position and removeignition switch key. Repairs or maintenancerequiring engine power should be performed byt r a i n e d p...
Page 36 - Control lever stops
lever and pump arms. Fig. 5-2 Neutral is properly adjusted when the control levers are in the neutral position and the drive wheels are not turning. If the tractor creeps in the neutral position the control linkage may be adjusted as follows: 1. Raise and block the tractor up so the drive wheels are...
Page 38 - Hydraulic pump belt adjustment; Deck drive belt adjustment; Engine RPM setting
near the top and are identified as a hex stud. 4. Rotate the tire. The tire should rotate. Rememberhydraulic oil resistance will prevent the tire fromrotating freely even with the bypass valves open.There should be no resistance from the brakes at thispoint. 5. Hustler Z - Move the control lever to ...
Page 39 - Deck leveling and height adjustment
Deck leveling and height adjustment The mower deck has three areas that may need to be checked and adjusted periodically. Before considering anymower deck leveling adjustments, check that the tire airpressure is within the specified range. Deck level adjustments Leveling the deck must be done in the...
Page 41 - Deck cutting height adjustment
28. When completed, all chains will be tight, and deckcutting height will be set to the deck height indicator. Deck cutting height adjustment Deck height is adjustable from 1” to 5” (2.54 cm - 12.7 cm) in 1/4” increments. The holes in the height adjustingbar are spaced at 1/2” intervals. By turning ...
Page 43 - TROUBLESHOOTING
375527_0406 SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES SUGGESTED REMEDIES Starting motor Control handle not in park Place control handle in park does not crank brake position or switch not brake position or re-adjust adjusted switch Mower clutch switch engaged Disengage clutch switch Weak or dead battery Recharge or ...
Page 45 - STORAGE
375527_0406 7-1 W h e n s t o r i n g t h e u n i t a t t h e t h e e n d o f t h e m o w i n g s e a s o n , t h e f o l l o w i n g s t e p s s h o u l d b e t a k e n t o e n s u r ereadiness for the next mowing season. 1. Remove all grass, dirt, and trash from tractor andmower. Clean tractor and...
Page 47 - PRODUCT LITERATURE
This section contains sources of additional literature concerning your tractor. Literature should be ordered fromyour Hustler dealer or direct from indicated source. Hustler Z & Super Z Parts Manual If you would like to order a Parts Manual for this tractor, the Hustler p/n for that manual is li...
Page 48 - FREQUENTLY ORDERED PARTS; Description
FREQUENTLY ORDERED PARTS Part No. Description 027912 Lubrizol 7 oz. bottle 027920 Lubrizol 10 oz. bottle 768341 Hydraulic oil filter (Hustler Z only) 783939 Hydraulic oil filter (Super Z only) 781443 Pump drive belt 782292 B-Section belt, deck (926881, 926725, 926972) 781310 B-Section belt, deck (92...
Page 51 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
375527_0406 9-1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Starter 12-volt (.8 KW ), solenoid shift positiveengagement. Ignition Electronic. Charging System 12-volt, 15-amp. Fuel Unleaded gasoline with octane rating of 87 or higher. Fuel Filter Replaceable, automotive-type. Cooling Water cool Belt driven fan Governor...
Page 53 - INDEX
375527_0406 INDEX PAGE Access to engine and hydraulic pump..............................4-6Adjustment introduction...................................................5-1Anti-scalp wheels .............................................................5-7Belt replacement.....................................