MAINTENANCE
Safe Servicing Practices
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
Service
Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine running when ser- vicing or making adjustments to tractor. Park the machine on level ground. Place park brake lever in the brake engaged position, place the PTO lever in the “OFF” position, lower deck, remove ignition switch key and disconnect negative battery cable before doing any mainte- nance. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained maintenance personnel only. To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure proper ventilation is available when engine must be operated in an enclosed area. Read and observe safety warnings in front of manual.
Before working on or under the deck, make certain engine cannot be accidentally started. Shut engine off, remove ignition switch key and disconnect negative battery cable for maximum safety. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained maintenance personnel only.
Except when changing or checking belt, always keep belt covers on mower deck for safety as well as cleanliness.
Use a stick or similar instrument to clean under the mower deck mak- ing sure that no part of the body, especially arms and hands are under mower. It is advisable to pivot the deck up and lock in place before cleaning.
Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent fires by keep- ing the top of the deck, under deck covers, engine compartment, exhaust area, battery, hydraulic lines, fuel line, fuel tank and oper- ator’s station clean of accumulated trash, grass clippings, and other debris. Always clean up spilled fuel and oil.
Always wear adequate eye protection when servicing the hydraulic system and battery, or when grinding mower blades and removing accumulated debris.
Never run the engine in an enclosed area unless exhaust is vented to the outside. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide which is odorless and deadly poison.
Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the mower deck while the tractor engine is running or PTO is engaged. Mower blades cannot be seen and are located very close to the deck housing. Fingers and toes can be cut off instantly.
Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the tractor drive system, mower deck or any attachment while the tractor engine is run- ning or PTO is engaged. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained maintenance personnel only.
Never work under the machine or attachment unless it is safely sup- ported with jack stands. Make certain machine is secure when it is raised and placed on the jack stands. The jack stands should not allow the machine to move when the engine is running and the drive wheels are rotating. Use only certified jack stands. Use only appropriate jack stands, with a minimum weight rating of 2000 pounds to block the unit up. Use in pairs only. Follow the instructions supplied with the vehicle stands.
Do not touch hot parts of machine.
Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good working condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regu- larly.
Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge chute. Never clear the discharge chute with the engine run- ning. Turn off the engine and be sure the blades have stopped before cleaning. Use a stick to clear a plugged discharge area. Never use your hand!
Grass collection system components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufac- turer’s recommended parts, when necessary.
Exercise caution when working under the deck as the mower blades are extremely sharp. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them.
Use only genuine Hustler replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained.
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