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problem identified and fixed.
Contact your dealer if you cannot identify and fix the problem.
Do not operate the machine if the safety interlock circuit is not working properly.
Engine starting
The Model 50 safety interlock system is designed to protect the operator and others from accidental injury due to unintentional engine starting. The engine will not start until:
A.Traction drive lever is in the “Disengaged” position.
B.The ignition switch is turned to the “RUN” position.
WARNING: The safety interlock system must not be disconnected or bypassed.
The following steps are the correct procedures for starting the engine. If difficulty is encountered, contact the Authorized Hustler Dealer in your area.
1.Before starting mower, perform daily
2.Make sure the traction drive lever and the cutting reel drive lever are in the disengaged position.
3.Attach the grass catcher.
4.Turn the fuel shutoff valve to the “open”or “on” position.
5.Use choke 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.
6.Set throttle at approximately 1/2 open position.
7.Rotate ignition switch to the “RUN” position. Pull engine recoil start rope.
NOTE: Pull the recoil start rope to about 4/5 of the max- imum length of the rope. Allow the starter rope to return slowly to the recoil housing.
8.Allow the engine to idle a few minutes before advancing the throttle and operating the unit.
9.Before stopping the engine, place the traction drive lever in the disengaged position, disengage the cutting reel drive, and throttle back to 1/2 throttle for a couple of minutes; then rotate ignition switch
10.Turn the fuel shutoff valve to the “closed” position.
WARNING: Never leave the machine unattended when the engine is running.
General operation
IMPORTANT: Do not operate or transport the mower using the drive drum on any surfaces other than the turf to be mowed. When transporting, always use the transport wheels (optional) or a transport vehicle/trailer to move the mower.
Keep cutting reel knives and bedknife sharp and make sure the clearance between the cutting reel and bedknife is properly adjusted prior to each mowing.
Check the height of cut before each mowing to make sure it is properly adjusted and set evenly.
Mowing
DANGER: Prior to operating the unit the operator should be thoroughly familiar with the proper use and operation of the equipment, should have read the man- ual completely and thoroughly, and should have attempted slow moving maneuvers to become familiar with the operation of the equipment before attempting normal speed operation. An untrained and inexperi- enced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain.
WARNING: Do not operate the equipment while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, sneakers, shorts or any type of loose fitting clothing. Always wear long pants, safety glasses and safety shoes when operating this machine.
WARNING: Never direct discharge of material from mower towards bystanders. Do not operate the mower without the grass catcher in place. Fig.
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