Hustler Turf 42 manual

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WARNING:

Read Owner’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine.

WARNING:

Roll over!

• Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away from drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage ditches, embankments, water, and other types of hazards to avoid a wheel dropping over the edge or to avoid the ground from breaking away.

WARNING:

Back over!

Do not carry passengers

Always stop machine if someone enters the area.

Always be aware of what is behind the machine before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing up.

WARNING:

Roll over!

Slow down before turning.

Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.

Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Never make sudden changes in speed and direction.

• Do not mow on slopes above a retaining wall or drop-off.

WARNING:

Ejection!

• Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.

Keep all movement on slow and gradual when going up or down slopes.

• Do not remove or modify stabilizer wheels or injury can result.

WARNING:

Loss of traction/control on slopes!

Shut off blades.

Back slowly down the slope when loss of traction occurs.

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Contents Page General Information 6013960109 What is Covered by this Warranty Disclaimer of Warranty Safety Precautions Safety and Instruction DecalsPart Number Page 6013960109 Slope Guide 6013960109 Operation OperationSafe Operating Practices Using a ramp Slope operationControls ChildrenControl Panel Safety start interlock system Engine startingDriving the tractor Stopping the engineMoving tractor with stalled engine Front of Tractor Faces this Direction Operating suggestionsLe t Er l Le t t Ve o Anti-scalp wheels Deck cutting height adjustmentMower deck operation Maintenance & Adjustments ServiceSafe Servicing Practices IntroductionTorque values TiresLubrication Electrical systemFuel system Engine oil and filterEngine air filter General engine maintenance Belts Seat adjustmentSteering control lever adjustment Mower blade maintenanceMower blade removal References Hustler Sport 42/48 Tractor Maintenance Locator Chart Hustler Sport 42/48 Deck Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies6013960109 Storage Product LiteraturePreparation of engine for storage New season preparation6013960109 Steering control lever adjustment Index