User manual HUSTLER 600643

[. . . ] GENERAL INFORMATION This manual applies to the following Hustler equipment lines: FasTrak 36/42 FasTrak 44/52 Warranty registration The Delivery and Warranty Registration form must be completed and signed to validate your warranty protection. As the new equipment owner, you are expected to see that the form is completed and forwarded to Hustler Turf Equipment at time of delivery. Be sure to register the tractor plus each attachment that displays a model and serial identification number plate with Hustler Turf Equipment. IMPORTANT: Any unauthorized modification, alteration, or use of non-approved attachments voids the warranty and releases Hustler Turf Equipment from any liability arising from subsequent use of this equipment. To the new owner The purpose of this manual is to assist owners and operators in maintaining and operating the FasTrak tractor and deck. [. . . ] WARNING: The safety interlock system must not be disconnected or bypassed. Doing so could cause the machine to operate unexpectedly resulting in personal injury. NOTE: The operator's seat is equipped with a separate safety switch. If for any reason the operator should become unseated when the control levers are not in the park brake position (park brake switches are disengaged) or the deck clutch switch is engaged the engine will stop. The following steps are the correct procedures for starting the engine. If difficulty is encountered, contact the Hustler Dealer in your area. Before starting tractor each day, perform daily pre-operation checking. Make sure the control levers are in the park brake position and deck clutch switch is disengaged. Use choke, if unit is equipped with one, when engine is cold, or if warm engine fails to start within 5 seconds of cranking. Avoid flooding and operate engine without choking as soon as possible. Insert key in ignition switch and rotate full clockwise to engage starting motor. IMPORTANT: The engine starter should not be operated for periods longer than 30 seconds at a time. An interval of at least two minutes should be allowed between such cranking periods to protect the starter from overheating and burn-out. Perform test to make sure safety start interlock system is operating properly. As soon as engine begins to run, check to make certain the oil warning light, check engine light and alternator warning light (if applicable) are off. Allow the engine to idle a few minutes before advancing the throttle and/or engaging the deck clutch. Before stopping the engine, place the control levers in the park brake Controls A. 3-2 & 3-3) -- these levers control the tractor's speed, direction, neutral lock, and park brake. Levers are used to steer, accelerate, decelerate and change direction. When the control levers are in the park brake position (3-3) the tractor will not move when the engine is on and drive pumps are operating. WARNING: The parking brake may not hold the tractor if parked on a slope. Push on the pedal to raise the deck and then place the deck height locking pin into the desired cutting height hole. [. . . ] 16. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick Fuel Filter Engine Air Cleaner Engine Oil Drain Plug Battery Fuel Tanks Gauge Wheel Bearing Zerks (2) Engine Oil Filter Deck Lift Pivot Zerks (4) Park Brake Switch (2) Drive Tire Deck Belt Pump Belt Blades Engine Air Intake Screen Front Gauge Wheel Tires 14 Viewed from top of unit 13 Viewed from top of unit Figure 4-10 600643 02/06 25 26 600643 02/06 FasTrak 36/42 and FasTrak 44/52 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, will prevent many problems. The following chart is designed to help you locate a problem by suggesting probable causes and the recommended solutions. SYMPTOMS Starting motor does not crank PROBABLE CAUSES Control handles not in park brake position or switch not adjusted Deck clutch switch engaged Weak or dead battery Electrical connections are corroded or loose 20 amp fuse is blown For additional causes SUGGESTED REMEDIES Place control handles in park brake position or re-adjust switch Disengage clutch switch Recharge or replace Check the electrical connections Replace the 20 amp fuse See engine manual Fill tank or replace line Open the fuel valve SYMPTOMS There is abnormal vibration PROBABLE CAUSES The engine mounting bolts are loose The engine pulley, idler pulley or blade pulley is loose The engine pulley is damaged The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced A blade mounting bolt is loose Spindle bearing is worn or loose A blade spindle is bent SUGGESTED REMEDIES Tighten the engine mounting bolts Tighten the appropriate pulley Contact your Hustler Dealer Install new cutting blade(s) Tighten the blade mounting bolt Replace or tighten spindle bearing Contact your Hustler Dealer Sharpen the blades Install new cutting blade(s) The engine will not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running No fuel or line plugged Fuel valve is turned off There is incorrect fuel in the fuel system There is dirt in the fuel filter Dirt, water, or stale fuel in the fuel system The choke is not on Numerous Drain the tank and replace the fuel with the proper type Replace the fuel filter Contact your Hustler Dealer Uneven cutting height The blade(s) are not sharp A cutting blade(s) is/are bent The deck is not level Move the choke lever to On See engine manual See engine manual An anti-scalp wheel is not set correctly The underside of the deck is dirty Level the deck per the Deck leveling & height adjusting section of this manual Adjust the height of the anti-scalp wheel Clean the underside of the deck Adjust the tire pressure to 8 - 10 psi Contact your Hustler Dealer Install a new deck drive belt Engine: Runs with continuous misfiring or engine runs unevenly or erratically Loss of power or system will not operate in either direction Numerous Restrictions in air cleaner Poor compression Steering linkage needs adjustment Tow valve open The traction drive belt is worn, loose or broken The traction drive belt is off the pulley For additional causes Service air cleaner See your dealer Tire pressure is incorrect A blade spindle is bent Adjust linkage Blades do not rotate Close the tow valve Install a new traction drive belt Install the traction drive belt and check for a reason See engine manual Clean screen and fin The deck drive belt is off the pulley Electric clutch is not engaging The deck drive belt is worn, loose or broken Install the deck drive belt and check for a reason Check and/or replace 10 amp fuse. Contact your Hustler dealer Overheating Air intake screen or cleaning fins clogged For additional causes See engine manual Add oil Change oil and check for source of contamination See your dealer Adjust linkage Low engine oil pressure Low oil level Oil diluted or too light High oil consumption Tractor jerky when starting or operates in one direction only Tractor creeps when steering control levers are in neutral Tractor circles or veers in one direction Numerous Steering control linkage needs adjustment IZT/EZT component faulty Steering linkage needs adjustment See your dealer Adjust linkage Steering linkage needs adjustment IZT/EZT component faulty Tires improperly inflated Adjust linkage See your dealer Adjust tire pressure to 8 - 10 psi 600643 02/06 27 28 600643 02/06 STORAGE When storing the unit at the the end of the mowing season, the following steps should be taken to ensure readiness for the next mowing season. [. . . ]