User manual HUSTLER 365262

[. . . ] 44" & 52" Deck Parts Manual ······· Hustler Turf Equipment ····· P. O. Box 7000 ··· Hesston, Kansas · 67062-2097 365262 Rev. 6/06 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered unimproved land. [. . . ] On any machine, with solid filled tires, the warranty claim will be denied. WARNING: Explosive separation of a tire and rim can cause serious injury or death. Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the task. Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly as an explosion may occur. When inflating tires stand to one side and not in front of or over the tire assembly. Check tires for low pressure, blemishes, damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts. NOTES: 1. Change more often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather periods. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer's recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner's Manual for recommendations and other maintenance items. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 6 months or 100 hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed. Check fuel line hoses, fuel valve and grommet for any cracks or leaks 7. REFERENCES: a -- Refer to Engine Owner's Manual NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (100 hours), repeat cycle. Lubrication 1. Grease the four deck lift pivots, located to the side of the operator's footrest per the Maintenance Schedule. Use SAE multi-purpose grease. Electrical system The electrical system is a 12 volt, negative ground. Recommended battery size is a garden tractor BCI group U1R with 225 or better cranking AMP rating. Otherwise, follow battery manufacturer's maintenance, safety, storing and charging specifications. 9-2 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Always wear eye protection when checking the battery, acid can cause serious injury to skin and eyes. If contact occurs, flush area with clean water and call physician immediately. This gas is both toxic and flammable and may cause an explosion if exposed to flame. Clean the battery terminals with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda when they become corroded. WARNING: Shorts caused by battery terminals or metal tools touching metal tractor components can cause sparks. [. . . ] Loosen the two nuts on the front of height indicator so that the foot pedal is free. Set the amount of threads protruding on the deck lift rod from the lift block at approximately 1". Push or pull on the deck lift foot pedal until the chain on the left front just becomes tight, making sure that the deck stays tight against the 3" block. While keeping the chain tight, tighten the nuts against the deck lift block on the height indicator rod. [. . . ]