Hustler Turf ATZ, Super Z manual Troubleshooting, Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies

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Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel/Hustler ATZ

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

PROBABLE CAUSES

 

SUGGESTED REMEDIES

 

 

 

 

Starting motor

Control handle not in park

 

Place control handle in park

does not crank

brake position or switch not

 

brake position or re-adjust

 

 

adjusted

 

switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mower clutch switch engaged

 

Disengage clutch switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weak or dead battery

 

Recharge or replace

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For additional causes

 

See engine manual

 

 

 

 

Engine cranks but

No fuel or line

 

Fill tank or replace

does not start

plugged

 

line (See Fuel System

 

 

 

 

 

section for more details)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Numerous

 

See engine manual

 

 

 

 

Engine:

Numerous

 

See engine manual

Runs with continuous

 

 

 

 

misfiring or engine runs

 

 

 

 

unevenly or erratically

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loss of power or

Restrictions in air cleaner

 

Service air cleaner

system will not operate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in either direction

Hydraulic line blockage

 

See your dealer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internal interference or

 

See your dealer

 

 

leakage in wheel motor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Insufficient hydraulic

 

Check level in reservoir

 

 

oil supply

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Have dealer check

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

hydraulic pump

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Poor compression

 

See your dealer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Steering linkage

 

Adjust linkage

 

 

needs adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Air in system

 

Check filter & fittings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For additional causes

 

See engine manual

 

 

 

 

Low oil pressure

Low oil level

 

Add oil

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil diluted or too light

 

Change oil and check for

 

 

 

 

 

source of contamination

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Failed oil pump

 

See your dealer

 

 

 

 

High oil consumption

Numerous

 

See your dealer

 

 

 

 

Tractor jerky when starting

Steering control linkage

 

Adjust linkage

or

needs adjustment

 

 

operates in one direction

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

only

Pump or wheel motors

 

See your dealer

 

 

faulty

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tow valves not closed

 

Close tow valves

 

 

completely

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hydraulic system operates

Low hydraulic oil level

 

Fill reservoir

hot (oil in reservoir

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

smells rancid)

Hydraulic pump faulty

 

See your dealer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hydraulic oil cooler clogged

 

Clean oil cooler core

 

 

 

 

Tractor creeps when

Steering linkage needs

 

Adjust linkage

steering control levers

adjustment

 

 

are in neutral

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tractor circles or veers

Steering linkage needs

 

Adjust linkage

in one direction

adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wheel motors faulty

 

See your dealer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hydraulic pump faulty

 

See your dealer

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tractor creeps when

Steering linkage out of

 

Adjust steering linkage

parking brake engaged

adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brakes need adjustment

 

Adjust parking brakes

 

 

 

 

 

 

SYMPTOMS

PROBABLE CAUSES

SUGGESTED REMEDIES

 

 

 

Liquid Cooled or Diesel

Leaks in system

Replace/tighten hoses

Engines

 

and connections

Overheating:

 

 

Coolant level low

Add coolant

Temperature light glows

 

 

 

Frequent refilling of

Radiator screen clogged

Clean screen

radiator required

 

 

Radiator core clogged

Clean radiator core

 

Coolant appears rusty

 

 

Thermostat sticking or

See engine manual

 

Audible alarm

inoperative

 

 

 

 

 

Heat light malfunction

See your dealer

 

 

 

 

For additional causes

See engine manual

 

 

 

Air Cooled Engine

Air intake screen or

Clean screen and fins

Overheating:

cleaning fins clogged

 

 

 

 

 

For additional causes

See engine manual

 

 

 

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Contents Page General Information 6016560308 What is Covered by this Warranty Limitation of Remedies Safety Precautions Safety and Instruction DecalsPart Number 600899 Part Number 601635Slope Guide 6016560308 Using a ramp OperationSafe Operating Practices OperationChildren Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degreesKohler EFI Units only Control PanelsControl Panel Controls Safety start interlock system Ambient Preheating time TemperatureEngine gasoline starting Engine diesel startingTorque values are given below Ft-lbs. Nm Moving tractor with stalled engineRoll Over Protective Structure Driving the tractor Hustler Z/Super Z shown Rops postMounting Bolt Hustler ATZ shown 500-13 x 1.750 bolt 625-11 x 2.00 boltFront of Tractor Faces this Direction Operating suggestionsMower deck operation Deck cutting height adjustmentRight control lever Rear Mount Legs Front Anti-scalp wheelsBAC-VACTMMounting Maintenance & Adjustments Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel shown Amp fuse Housing Battery LubricationElectrical system Hydraulic systemFuel system Engine oil and filterRight tank Position Left tank Fuel shutoff PositionRecommended service procedure Pre-cleaner Canister Safety filterEngine air filter Priming bulbGeneral engine maintenance Mower blade maintenanceCooling system liquid cooled units BeltsUpper control lever Cap screw Lower control Lever Control lever adjustmentMower blade removal Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler ATZ Maintenance Schedule Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel Maintenance ScheduleHustler Z/Super Z Maintenance Locator Chart Hustler Z 26hp KawasakiHustler Z Shibaura Diesel Rear discharge deck 60 XR7 deck Viewed from bottom of tractor Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies6016560308 Storage Product Literature6016560308 Index

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