Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler Z Shibaura Diesel/Hustler ATZ
TROUBLESHOOTING
The majority of operating problems that occur with a system can be traced to improper adjustments or delayed service. A consistently applied preventative maintenance program, as outlined in the maintenance section of this manual, will prevent many problems. The following chart is designed to help you locate a problem by suggesting probable causes and the recommended solutions.
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Starting motor | Control handle not in park |
| Place control handle in park | ||
does not crank | brake position or switch not |
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| Mower clutch switch engaged |
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| Weak or dead battery |
| Recharge or replace | |
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Engine cranks but | No fuel or line |
| Fill tank or replace | ||
does not start | plugged |
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Engine: | Numerous |
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Runs with continuous |
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misfiring or engine runs |
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unevenly or erratically |
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Loss of power or | Restrictions in air cleaner |
| Service air cleaner | ||
system will not operate |
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in either direction | Hydraulic line blockage |
| See your dealer | ||
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| Internal interference or |
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| leakage in wheel motor |
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| Insufficient hydraulic |
| Check level in reservoir | |
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| oil supply |
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| Poor compression |
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| Steering linkage |
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| Air in system |
| Check filter & fittings | |
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Low oil pressure | Low oil level |
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| Oil diluted or too light |
| Change oil and check for | |
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| Failed oil pump |
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High oil consumption | Numerous |
| See your dealer | ||
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Tractor jerky when starting | Steering control linkage |
| Adjust linkage | ||
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operates in one direction |
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only | Pump or wheel motors |
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| Tow valves not closed |
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Hydraulic system operates | Low hydraulic oil level |
| Fill reservoir | ||
hot (oil in reservoir |
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smells rancid) | Hydraulic pump faulty |
| See your dealer | ||
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| Hydraulic oil cooler clogged |
| Clean oil cooler core | |
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Tractor creeps when | Steering linkage needs |
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steering control levers | adjustment |
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are in neutral |
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Tractor circles or veers | Steering linkage needs |
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in one direction | adjustment |
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| Wheel motors faulty |
| See your dealer | |
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| Hydraulic pump faulty |
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Tractor creeps when | Steering linkage out of |
| Adjust steering linkage | ||
parking brake engaged | adjustment |
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| Brakes need adjustment |
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SYMPTOMS | PROBABLE CAUSES | SUGGESTED REMEDIES | |
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Liquid Cooled or Diesel | Leaks in system | Replace/tighten hoses | |
Engines |
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Overheating: |
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Coolant level low | Add coolant | ||
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Frequent refilling of | Radiator screen clogged | Clean screen | |
radiator required |
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Radiator core clogged | Clean radiator core | ||
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Coolant appears rusty |
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Thermostat sticking or | See engine manual | ||
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Audible alarm | inoperative |
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| Heat light malfunction | See your dealer | |
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| For additional causes | See engine manual | |
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Air Cooled Engine | Air intake screen or | Clean screen and fins | |
Overheating: | cleaning fins clogged |
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| For additional causes | See engine manual | |
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