Hustler Turf Lawn Mower Adjustments, Introduction, Seat adjustment, Control lever adjustment

ADJUSTMENTS

Introduction

Your FasTrak 44/52 was adjusted before it left the factory and was checked during predelivery setup. However, after start-up and continued use, a certain amount of break-in wear will cause some adjustments to change.

Remain alert for unusual noises, they could be signaling a problem. Visually inspect the machine for any abnormal wear or damage. A good time to detect potential problems is while performing scheduled maintenance service. Correcting the problem as quickly as possible is the best insurance.

Clear away heavy build-up of grease, oil and dirt, especially in the engine and under the seat platform areas; minute dust particle are abrasive to close-tolerance engine and hydraulic assemblies.

Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled personnel. Consult your Hustler service center when assistance is needed.

Seat adjustment

The seat can be adjusted forward and rearward by removing the two cap screws that lock the seat platform in place and pivoting the seat platform up and forward. Then loosen the four cap screws on the underneath side of the operator’s platform. Position the seat where you have the best control of the machine and are the most comfortable and then tighten the cap screws. Fig. 9-23

Control lever adjustment

The control levers can be adjusted for operator comfort. By loosening the cap screws that attaches the upper control lever to the lower lever (Fig. 9-24), the upper control lever can be pivoted to fit the operator’s personal preference.

The control levers can also be adjusted up and down. Remove the cap screws and slide the upper control lever up or down and align the holes in it with the holes in lower lever. Re-install the cap screws and tighten.

The control levers should be adjusted so that they align with each other when in the neutral position.

Steering linkage

The neutral adjustment for the control levers in the neutral position is discussed in this section.

The tractor steering has been factory adjusted to eliminate creeping when the control levers are in the neutral position (Fig. 9-25). However, should the tractor begin to creep, the control lever linkage can be adjusted as follows:

Control Lever Neutral Adjustment

Before considering any adjustment, check the tire air pressure. Unequal tire pressure will cause the tractor to drift to one side. Refer to tire pressure information in the Maintenance section of this manual.

Fine adjustment to the unit’s steering is made with the adjustable pump linkage rods. Fig. 9-26

Neutral is properly adjusted when the control levers are in the neutral position and the drive wheels are not turning.

If the tractor creeps in the neutral position the control linkage may be adjusted as follows:

1.Raise and block the tractor up so the drive wheels are off of the floor.

WARNING: Never work under the machine or attachment unless it is safely supported 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.

2.Position the control lever in the neutral position. Disengage the deck clutch switch Fig. 9-25.

3.Loosen the nut on the steering dampener’s rear ball stud. Fig. 9-26

Cap screw

Operator’s

platform

Figure 9-23

Upper

control

lever

Cap screw

Lower control

lever

Figure 9-24

Control

lever

Control lever in the

neutral position

Figure 9-25

4.Remove the cotter key that connects the brake link to the brake pawl. Remove the brake link from the brake pawl. Fig. 9-30

5.Start the engine and observe which way the wheels are rotating.

6.If wheel(s) are rotating forward, loosen the jam nuts on the pump linkage rods and rotate the rod to lengthen the steering control linkage until the wheel(s) come to a stop. Fig. 9-26

NOTE: The left linkage controls the left integrated pump/motor and the right linkage controls the right integrated pump/motor.

Repeat for the opposite side if necessary.

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