User Guide

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Use extra caution when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
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Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade
attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good condition.
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Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
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Grass collection system components are subject to
wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.
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Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when
servicing them.
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Use only genuine Hustler replacement parts to ensure
that original standards are maintained
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Do not remove or modify the stabilizer wheels.
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Do not remove or modify the seat latch.
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The Hustler mower is capable of operating
horizontally (traverse) on moderately steep slopes.
When operating on slopes of 15 degrees or more
(maximum 25 degrees), be aware of any conditions
that may cause the tractor drive tires to lose traction
resulting in a possible loss of control of the machine.
An operator should not operate on a slope until he is
thoroughly familiar with the equipment.
Do not operate the machine on slopes greater than
25 degrees.
It is strongly recommended that the operator drive
the machine off of the slope, using extreme caution, if
any sign of loss of traction is detected. Wait until the
condition that caused the problem is resolved before
attempting to operate on the slope again.
Terrain conditions can affect traction resulting in
possible loss of control of the machine. Some of the
conditions to be aware of are:
1. Wet terrain
2. Depressions in the ground; i.e. holes, ruts,
washouts
3. Mounds of dirt
4. Soil type; i.e. sand, loose dirt, gravel, clay
5. Grass type, density, and height
6. Extremely dry conditions of grass
7. Tire pressure
The attachments mounted to the tractor will also
affect the way it handles on a slope. Be aware that
each attachment’s characteristics vary.
Another consideration to safe mowing on slopes is
to be aware of what is located at the bottom of the
slope. Extreme caution should be used when there is a
hazard located at the bottom of the slope. Some
examples are:
1. Water; i.e. lake, river
2. Cliffs, retaining walls
3. Roads, highways
4. Buildings
5. Rocks
These are just a few examples of situations when
caution must be used when operating on a slope.
There are many other possibilities too numerous to
mention. Just remember to always exercise extreme
caution when operating on any slope.
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Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent
fires by keeping engine compartment, battery,
hydraulic lines, fuel line, fuel tank and operator’s
station clean of accumulated trash, grass clippings,
and other debris. Always clean up spilled fuel and
oil.
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Specific safety warning decals are located on the
equipment near the immediate areas of potential
hazards. These decals should not be removed or
obliterated. Replace them if they become non-readable.