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 T h e p u r p o s e o f t h i s m a n u a l i s t o a s s i s t o w n e r s a n d o p e r a t o r s i n maintaining and operating the Hustler Z tractor and deck. Pleas...
Page 4 - WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
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) WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the following warranty to the originalpurchaser ...
Page 5 - must
601656_0308 allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the abovelimitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legalrights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state tostate. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES I n n o c a s e s h a l l H u s t l e r T u r f E q...
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 7 - Part Number
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressurecan penetrate skin.Hydraulic fluid may also cause infection ina m i n o r c u t o r o p e n i n g i n t h e s k i n ; i fexposed to hydraulic fluid, see a doctor atonce.B e f o r e a p p l y i n g p r e s s u r e t o h y d r a u l i csystem, make sure all conne...
Page 10 - 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 11 - Children
601656_0308 ▲ 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 12 - 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 13 - Controls
601656_0308 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 14 - 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 15 - Moving tractor with stalled engine
Moving tractor with stalled engine I f i t b e c o m e s n e c e s s a r y t o m o v e t h e t r a c t o r w h e n t h e e n g i n e i s inoperative, the hydraulic pumps are equipped with bypass valves. Beforemoving the unit, turn bypass valves counter clockwise one-half to onerevolution. The valve ...
Page 16 - Driving the tractor; To stop or decrease speed,
5. dirt or stiffness 6. abrasion to the seat belt webbing 7. damage to the buckle, latch plate or hardware. 8. or any other problem 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 at...
Page 17 - Operating suggestions; FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION
To make a three point turn to the right, move the left control lever farther forward from neutral than the right control lever and start the turn.Next, pull back on the control levers until they are past neutral and themachine starts to go rearward. Pull right control lever farther rearwardfrom neut...
Page 18 - Right
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 cuttingheight. As the growth rate slows in mid summer, mow less freque...
Page 19 - do not contact the ground.; Mounting
Anti-scalp wheels Anti-scalp wheel kits are standard on Hustler Mid Mount Z units. These anti-scalp wheels are designed to minimize scalping when mowingon rough uneven terrain. After setting the cutting height, adjust the front anti-scalp wheels so they extend below the deck but do not contact the g...
Page 20 - MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS; Safe Servicing Practices; DO NOT; Introduction; Daily inspect; Torque values; Nm; Tires
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 21 - Lubrication
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 minorcut or opening in the skin. If exposed to hydraulic fluid, seea doctor at once. Bef...
Page 22 - Hustler approved filter element only.; Fuel system; Gasoline units; A fuel shut-off valve; Diesel units; Engine oil and filter
The system filter is located in front of the hydraulic reservoir. A standard oil filter wrench is used to change filter, threads are right handed. Use a Hustler approved filter element only. IMPORTANT: Prefill the filter element with clean oil, before installing, to prevent drawing air into the syst...
Page 23 - Engine air filter; Recommended service procedure; Safety filter; Do not clean element, replace with a new element only.
Engine air filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Service Interval chart shown elsewhere in this manual. A specially designed dry filter is standard equipment on these tractors and supplies clean combustion air to the engine. Some examples of the airfilter are shown in Fig. 4-6 & 4...
Page 24 - Air restriction indicator; Cooling system - liquid cooled units; Never open the radiator cap.; Diesel Units; General engine maintenance; If you lose steering; Mower blade maintenance
Air restriction indicator Some Hustler units have an air restriction indicator installed in the air cleaner. Fig. 4-6 Replace the element whenever the restriction indicator reaches the change filter red line. Check the indicator daily and replace element asneeded or annually whichever occurs first. ...
Page 25 - Control lever adjustment; disengaged; Mower blade removal
ensure blade tips do not touch each other or sides of the mower. WARNING: Failure to correctly torque the bolt may result in the loss of the blade which can cause serious injury. WARNING: Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicingthem. C...
Page 26 - Maintenance Schedule; Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Maintenance Schedule
25 601656_0308 WEEKLY MONTHLY ANNUALLY OR SERVICE AT OR 50 OR 100 500 INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS HOURS HOURS Verify safety start interlock system Daily Check coolant level Daily Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts Daily Visually inspect tires Daily Check oil level, engine (1...
Page 29 - Rear discharge deck
601656_0308 28 Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Maintenance Locator Chart 1. Deck Pusher Arm Zerks (2)2. Deck Belt3. Spindle Housing Zerk (3)4. Blades 1 4 1 2 3 3 4 3 Rear discharge deck Figure 4-18
Page 30 - Maintenance Locator Chart
29 601656_0308 Hustler Z/ Super Z/ ATZ/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Maintenance Locator Chart 1. Deck Pusher Arm Zerks (2)2. Deck Belt3. Spindle Housing Zerk (3)4. Blades 4 4 1 1 3 3 3 2 1 4 1 2 3 3 4 3 54”/66”/72” XR7 deck 60” XR7 deck Figure 4-19
Page 32 - TROUBLESHOOTING
31 601656_0308 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...
Page 34 - 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_0308 33 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 36 - INDEX; PAGE
INDEX PAGE Anti-scalp wheels .........................................................................18BAC-VAC mounting ...................................................................18Belts .............................................................................................23Children ...