Hustler Turf Super Mini Z manual Fuel tank, Engine oil and filter

Fuel tank

Figure 11-8

WARNING: Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness.

Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.

Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or conditioner opening. Keep gas away from eyes and skin.

The fuel tanks are located in the tractor’s fenders. (Fig. 11-8) Total capacity for the fuel tanks is 12 U.S. gallon (45.4 liter)

Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. The fuel filter (Fig. 11-9A, 11-9B & 11-9C) is installed in the fuel line

between fuel tanks and engine fuel pump. Replace filter annually or after every 500 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

When replacing the fuel filter, check the fuel line hoses and fuel shut- off valve grommet for any cracks or leaks.

On early units a fuel shut-off valve is located on the outlet port of each fuel tank. (Fig. 11-10A) Close these valves (turn clockwise) to prevent fuel flow to the engine.

Current production units have a fuel shut-off valve attached to the crossmember next to the hour meter. (Fig. 11-10B) Close this valve (center position) to prevent fuel flow to the engine. Fig 11-10B shows the valve’s two other positions.

Engine oil and filter

Check engine oil daily and after every 4 hours of operation. Crankcase dipstick and oil filler tube are located at the rear of the machine (Fig. 11- 11A, 11-11B & 11-11C). Tractor must be setting level when checking oil. Refer to engine manual and maintenance schedule for oil recommendation and capacities.

Change the engine oil and filter after the first 5 hours of operation, per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations after that. If tractor is being operated in extremely dirty conditions, then it is recommended oil be changed more frequently.

The oil drain and oil filter are located at the rear of the engine. Fig. 11- 11A, 11-11B & 11-11C

Fuel filter

Kawasaki engine

Figure 11-9A

Fuel filter

Honda engine

Figure 11-9B

Fuel filter

Kohler engine

Figure 11-9C

Valve grommet

Fuel shut-off valve

Figure 11-10A

Fuel valve (shown in closed position)

Right fuel tank

Left fuel tank

Figure 11-10B

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