Solid fill tires are not recommended for Hustler turf equipment. On any machine, with solid filled tires, the warranty claim will be denied.
Lubrication
Use SAE
Electrical system
The electrical system is a
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. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.
WARNING: Avoid skin and clothing contact with battery acid.
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. Acid will also damage clothing.
Do not drink the battery electrolyte.
Do not allow open flame near the battery when charging. Hydrogen gas forms inside the battery. This gas is both toxic and flammable and may cause an explosion if exposed to flame. Always remove the negative ground first and replace it last.
Do not overfill battery.
Electrolyte may overflow and damage paint, wiring or structure. When cleaning the battery, use soap and water. Be careful not to get soap and water into the battery. 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. Sparks can cause a battery gas explosion which will result in personal injury.
Prevent the battery terminals from touching any metal tractor parts when removing or installing the battery.
Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal tractor parts.
WARNING: Incorrect battery cable routing could cause damage to the tractor and battery cables. This can cause sparks which can cause a battery gas explosion which will result in personal injury.
Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable(s) before disconnecting the positive (red) cable(s).
Always connect the positive (red) battery cable(s) before disconnecting the negative (black) cable(s).
Hydraulic system
These units are equipped with two
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IMPORTANT: Never use hydraulic or automatic transmission fluid in this system; use only motor oil as specified. Remember, dirt is the primary enemy of any hydraulic system.
The hydraulic expansion tank is located in front of the engine and under the operator’s platform. Fig.
Check oil level in hydraulic system after every 50 hours of operation or weekly, whichever occurs first. Check more often if system appears to be leaking or otherwise malfunctioning.
ZT 2800 integrated
pump/motor
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Expansion tank
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Filter 
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Fluid level should be at the “Full Cold” line on the expansion tank. Use only SAE 20W50 SL/SM service motor oil.
Initial system oil and filter change must be after the first 75 hours of use or 1 year whichever comes first. Thereafter, replace filter and oil in each transaxle every 2 years or 200 hours, whichever comes first. NOTE: The filter guard must be removed to access filter.
Each transaxle’s filter is located per Fig.
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