FRONT OF TRACTOR FACES THIS DIRECTION
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FORWARD TRAVEL | ZERO DEGREE | FORWARD TRAVEL | REVERSE TRAVEL | REVERSE TRAVEL |
| TURN | RIGHT TURN | RIGHT TURN |
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N= NEUTRAL POSITION
Direction of arrows indicate direction of tractor movement
Fig.
IMPORTANT: Rapid movement of steering control levers is not recommended as damage to the hydraulic system compo- nents may occur.
To increase speed, increase steering control lever’s distance from neutral. The farther forward steering control levers are from neutral, the faster tractor will travel forward. The farther back steering control levers are from neutral, the faster tractor will go in reverse.
Operating suggestions
DANGER: Prior to operating the tractor the operator should be thoroughly familiar with the proper use and operation of the equipment, should read the manual 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 inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain.
WARNING: If you lose steering control while operat- ing 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.
WARNING: The unit’s steering control levers are
very responsive: Easy does it! For smooth operation, move lever slowly, avoid sudden movement. Skill and ease of operation come with practice and experience. The machine can spin very rapidly. Use caution when making turns and slow down before making sharp turns.
Inexperienced operators may have a tendency to oversteer and
lose control.
WARNING: Sharp depressions or raised obstacles (such as gutters or curbs) should not be directly approached at high speed in an attempt to “jump” them as the operator could be thrown from the equip- ment. Approach at a slow speed and angle one drive wheel at the obstruction. Continue at an angle until the wheel clears and then pivot the opposite wheel around.
When turning on soft wet turf, keep both wheels rolling either forward or backward. Pivoting on one stopped wheel can damage turf. This is especially important when mowing.
Tractor performance is maximum when the throttle is set at full rpm. This gives maximum power to the drive wheels and deck when needed. Use the control levers to control ground speed rather than engine rpm.
Keep blades sharp. Many professional mowing companies have additional sets of blades and change blades twice a day: once in the morning and again at noon. Many problems with incorrect cutting patterns are due to dull blades or blades which have been sharpened incorrectly. Information on sharpening blades is listed in this manual’s maintenance section. In addition, most communities have individuals or companies which specialize in sharpening mower blades. Blade sharpness should be checked daily.
DANGER: Never work with blades while engine is running or deck clutch switch is engaged (on). Always place deck clutch switch in the disengaged position, place steering control levers in the park brake position and turn engine off and disconnect negative battery cable. Block up mower when you must work under it. Wear gloves when handling blades. Always check for blade damage if mower strikes rock, branch or other foreign object during mowing!
Use high blade speed. Your mower is designed to operate at full throttle. The throttle setting directly controls blade speed. The highest blade speed generally gives best cut.
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