User manual HUSTLER 397463

[. . . ] Hustler ATZ Owner's Manual ······· Hustler Turf Equipment ····· P. O. Box 7000 ··· Hesston, Kansas · 67062-2097 397463 1/20/05 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 397463 1/20/05 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sect. Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sect. [. . . ] Refer to Engine Owner's Manual for recommendations and other maintenance items. Use caution when servicing to prevent dust contamination in the engine. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 100 hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed. Check fuel line hoses, fuel valve and grommet for any cracks or leaks. REFERENCES: a -- Refer to Engine Owner's Manual NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (500 hours), repeat cycle. Introduction WARNING: Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to tractor. Place control levers in the park brake position, disengage deck clutch, and remove ignition switch key. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained personnel only. To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure proper ventilation is available when engine must be operated in an enclosed area. DANGER: Before working on or under the deck, make certain engine cannot be accidentally 4-2 Torque values WARNING: Particular attention must be given to tightening the drive wheel lug nuts, wheel motor nuts, and blade spindle bolts. Failure to 397463 1/20/05 correctly torque these items may result in the loss of a wheel or blade, which can cause serious damage or personal injury. Nm Wheel (lug) nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65-75 . . . . . . 88. 14-101. 7 Wheel motor nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290-310 . . . . . 393. 2-420. 4 Blade spindle bolt top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65-75 . . . . . . 88. 14-101. 7 Blade spindle bolt bottom (spindle without blade saddle) . . . . 118 . . . . . . . . . . . 160. 0 It is recommended that these be checked after the first 2 hours of operation, initially and every 50 hours following removal for repair or replacement. For all other torques refer to the tractor parts manual for standard torque chart. For engine torque values, see engine owner's manual. Hour meter 3. 4. Tires It is important for level mowing that the tires have the same amount of air pressure. The recommended pressure are: Drive wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 psi Gauge wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Semi-pneumatic The bar tread tires are reversed from what is considered the normal operating position. 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. 5. 6. Figure 4-2 Use SAE multi-purpose grease. Each spindle shaft is equipped with a grease zerk located under the deck. [. . . ] Flywheel fan Governor Mechanical Traction Drive System Type Dual hydrostatic. HydroGear BDP21 Pump Drive V-belt drive from engine crankshaft Final Drive Direct-drive high-torque wheel motors. White RC 26 Filter 25 micron, spin-on type Ground Speed Infinitely variable: 0-9 mph (0-14. 48 kph) forward, 0-5 mph (0-8. 05 kph) reverse Steering Twin-lever steering provides independent control of each drive wheel. Speed, forward, reverse, brake, and turns are all controlled with hand-operated controls Turning Radius True zero degree. [. . . ]