Page 2 - This manual applies to the following Hustler equipment lines:; To the new owner; owner’s responsibility; Using this manual; GENERAL INFORMATION; The engine exhaust from this product
This manual applies to the following Hustler equipment lines: Hustler Z/Super ZHustler Z Shibaura DieselHustler ATZ To the new owner The purpose of this manual is to assist owners and operators in maintaining and operating the Hustler Z tractor and deck. Please read itcarefully; information and inst...
Page 5 - must
601656_1108 unreasonable use, accident, negligence or misuse ● Repairs or replacement resulting from the use of unauthorizedparts, accessories or attachments ● R e p a i r s o r r e p l a c e m e n t a s t h e r e s u l t i f a n y a l t e r a t i o n s o rmodifications, in the determination of Hust...
Page 6 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Safety and Instruction Decals; decals
This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL SAFETY for operators andother persons during the normal operation and servicing of this equipment. DANGER – denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or dea...
Page 9 - ATZ Only; Part Number
601791 WARNING: Read Owner’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine. • 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 awheel dropping over the edge or to avoidthe ground from ...
Page 10 - ATZ ROPS Only; Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Only
9 601656_1108 601792 WARNING: This structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage, overturn, or alteration. If any of these conditions occur, this structure must be replaced. 601792 • Avoid crushing, use seat belt. • Do not jump if machine tips. • Always pull from the tractor...
Page 14 - Only operate on slopes of 15 degrees or less.; OPERATION
Safe Operating Practices Some of the following safety instructions are from ANSI Standard B- 71.4-2004 while others are specific to the Hustler Mid Mount Z line. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury o...
Page 15 - Children
601656_1108 ▲ Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not makesudden changes in speed or direction. ▲ Avoid starting and stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. ▲ Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away from drop-off...
Page 16 - When access is required under the seat platform and; Control Panel; Do not; Control Panels; Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel units only —
IMPORTANT: When access is required under the seat platform and the seat is equipped with the optional arm rests, make certain to placethe control arms in the park brake position and pivot the arm restsupward before placing the seat platform in the full forward position toprevent arm rest damage. Con...
Page 17 - Controls
601656_1108 temperature. If the coolant reaches an unsafe level during operation,shut down the machine as soon as possible. Never risk continuedo p e r a t i o n w h e n t h e g a u g e n e e d l e i s i n t h e h i g h r a n g e ; h i g htemperatures can severely damage the engine.N e v e r r i s k...
Page 18 - Safety start interlock system; C h e c k t r a c t o r s a f e t y s t a r t i n t e r l o c k s y s t e m d a i l y , p r i o r t o; Stopping the engine; Ambient
Safety start interlock system The tractor is equipped with a safety start interlock system consisting of the park brake switches, seat switch, and deck clutch switch. C h e c k t r a c t o r s a f e t y s t a r t i n t e r l o c k s y s t e m d a i l y , p r i o r t o operation. This system is an im...
Page 19 - Moving tractor with stalled engine
Moving tractor with stalled engine If it becomes necessary to move the tractor when the engine is inoperative, the hydraulic pumps are equipped with bypass valves. Beforemoving the unit, turn bypass valves counter clockwise one-half to onerevolution. The valve stems on each hydraulic pump are locate...
Page 21 - The ROPS structure’s protective capability; Driving the tractor; To stop or decrease speed,; Operating suggestions; If you lose steering control while operating; FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION
WARNING: The ROPS structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage, overturn oralteration. Do not remove or alter any of the ROPS parts. Do not attempt to weld or straighten ROPS. Failure to adhereto these instructions could result in severe injury or death. Driving the tractor...
Page 22 - Right
Use the control levers to control ground speed rather than engine rpm. Keep blades sharp. Many professional mowing companies have additional sets of blades and change blades twice a day: once in themorning and again at noon. Many problems with incorrect cutting patterns a re due to dull blades or bl...
Page 23 - If the machine’s forward motion; Mower deck operation; ) plate on the operator’s side of the; Mounting
If the machine’s forward motion must be stopped while mowing, a clump of grass clippings may drop onto your lawn. To avoid this, moveonto a previously cut area with the blades engaged. WARNING: Never direct discharge of material from mower deck towards bystanders. Do not operate the mower withouteit...
Page 24 - Tilt seat switch
Page 26 - MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS; Safe Servicing Practices; DO NOT; Introduction; Daily inspect; Torque values; Nm
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safe Servicing Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury ordeath. Service ▲ Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustm...
Page 27 - Hydraulic system; Tires; Lubrication
Hydraulic system IMPORTANT: Never use hydraulic or automatic transmission fluid in this system; use only motor oil as specified. Remember, dirt is the primaryenemy of any hydraulic system. WARNING: Hydraulic oil escaping under pressure can penetrate skin. Hydraulic oil may cause infection in a minor...
Page 28 - Hustler approved filter element only.; Fuel system; Gasoline units; A fuel shut-off valve; Diesel units; Engine oil and filter
Change hydraulic system filter element after first 50 hours of tractor operation, then replace filter and oil in reservoir every 500 hours thereafter.Fig. 4-2 The system filter is located in front of the hydraulic reservoir. A standard oil filter wrench is used to change filter, threads are right ha...
Page 29 - Engine air filter; Recommended service procedure; Safety filter; Do not clean element, replace with a new element only.
hours on a Hustler Z Shibaura diesel unit), per the engine manufacturer’srecommendations after that. If tractor is being operated in extremely dirtyconditions, then it is recommended oil be changed more frequently. Engine air filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Service Interval char...
Page 30 - Air restriction indicator; Cooling system - liquid cooled units; Never open the radiator cap.; Diesel Units; General engine maintenance; If you lose steering
air to pass. The mowing conditions will determine the frequency of air filter element changing. Air restriction indicator Some Hustler units have an air restriction indicator installed in the air cleaner. Fig. 4-9 Replace the element whenever the restriction indicator reaches the change filter red l...
Page 31 - disengaged; Mower blade removal
Do not re-use spindle bolts which have stripped, worn or undercut threads. Torque bolts on spindles to 118 foot-pounds (160.0 N m) when reinstalling blades. IMPORTANT: When mounting blades, rotate them after installation to ensure blade tips do not touch each other or sides of the mower. WARNING: Fa...
Page 37 - Rear discharge deck; Rear Discharge Deck
601656_1108 36 Figure 4-19 Hustler Z/Super Z/ATZ Rear Discharge Deck Maintenance Locator Chart 1 4 1 2 3 3 4 3 Rear discharge deck Figure 4-18 2 1 1 4 3 3 3 4 4 Hustler Z/Super Z/ATZ/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Rear Discharge Deck Maintenance Locator Chart 1. Deck Pusher Arm Zerks (2)2. Deck Belt3. Sp...
Page 40 - TROUBLESHOOTING
Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel/Hustler ATZ TROUBLESHOOTING The majority of operating problems that occur with a system can be traced to improper adjustments or delayed service. A consistently applied preventative maintenance program, as outlined in the maintenance section of this manual...
Page 42 - This section contains sources of additional literature; Parts Manuals; If you would like to order a Parts Manual for a particular; PRODUCT LITERATURE; Preparation of engine for storage; STORAGE
601656_1108 41 This section contains sources of additional literature concerning your tractor. Literature should be ordered fromyour Hustler dealer or direct from indicated source. Parts Manuals If you would like to order a Parts Manual for a particular tractor, the Hustler part number for that manu...
Page 44 - INDEX; Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel; PAGE
INDEX PAGE Anti-scalp wheels .........................................................................22ATZ tilt seat .................................................................................22BAC-VAC mounting ...................................................................22Belts ..........
