Safety and Instruction Decals
▲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
The following illustrations show the various safety decals that are located on the machine. A brief explanation is shown to help the operator understand the meanings of these decals.
Read Owner’s Manual and Quick
Reference Decal before attempting to
operate this machine.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Do not fill tank with engine running, or while the engine is hot.
Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building.
Part Number |
727016 |
Avoid skin 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 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. Use soda mixed in water to clean corrosion off the terminals.
Part Number
727008
Store away from open flame or spark if there is fuel in tank.
Clean up any gasoline spills.
Do not refuel while in enclosed trailer or other enclosed areas
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin.
Hydraulic fluid may also cause infection in a minor cut or opening in the skin; if exposed to hydraulic fluid, see a doctor at once.
Before applying pressure to hydraulic system, make sure all connections are tight and all hoses and lines are in good condition.
Relieve all pressure in the system before disconnecting or working on hydraulic lines.
To find a leak under pressure, use a piece of cardboard or wood – never use your hands.
Part Number
771436
Part Number
727453
Do not remove or modify stabilizer wheels or rear engine guard or injury can result.
Never stop suddenly while backing down slopes. This action may result in a reaction of the tractor that can cause serious physical injury.
Keep shields or covers in place while machine is in operation.
Keep hands away from rotating pulleys and belts.
Part Number
727420
Part Number
779280
To relieve all pressure in system, turn engine off and lower attachment.
Never operate the mower deck with side deflector removed or in raised position, except when the grass catcher attachment is being used.
Hot surface!
Part Number
788968
Part Number
727438
Keep engine and pump compart- ment(s) clean (especially in exhaust area) to prevent fire and provide maximum engine and hydraulic cooling.
Whirling blades! Keep hands and feet away.
Beware of thrown objects.
If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and involve your Hustler dealer to resolve the problem before continuing to operate.
If pump belt fails, steering control will be lost. Refer to owner’s manual for inspection and replacement intervals and refer to above paragraph for emergency procedures.
600899
Part Number
600899
If you loose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and involve your Hustler dealer to resolve the problem before continuing to operate.
If pump belt fails, steering control will be lost. Refer to owner’s manual for inspection and replacement intervals and refer to above paragraph for emergency procedures.
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