Hustler Turf M-1 Torque values, Washing the mower, Fuel system, Engine oil and filter, Ft-lbs

Torque values

WARNING: Particular attention must be given to tightening the blade bolts. Failure to correctly torque these may result in the loss of a blade, which can cause serious damage or personal injury.

Torque values are given below:
	Ft-lbs.	Nm
Blade spindle bolt top	26 - 33	35 - 45

For all other torques refer to the standard torque chart found elsewhere in this manual.

For engine torque values, see engine owner’s manual.

Washing the mower

When washing the mower, do not use a power washer. This will help prevent water intrusion and ensure component performance. Wipe with a dry rag after washing and then wipe the metal surface with a rag soaked with oil.

Clean the grass catcher with water and allow it to dry before using.

Fuel system

DANGER: To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

DANGER: Observe usual fuel handling precautions: Do not smoke while refueling. Extinguish all ciga- rettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

Do not remove fuel cap or fill tank with engine run- ning or while engine is hot. Clean up any gasoline spills.

Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building.

Keep fuel away from open flame or spark and store machine away from open flame or spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances.

Use extreme care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and vapors are explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property.

Never refuel or drain the fuel from the machine indoors.

Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong odor of gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct cause.

Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline.

Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners. Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on the truck or trailer using a portable container and not a gasoline dispenser noz- zle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is com- plete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

Read and observe safety precautions elsewhere in this manual.

WARNING: Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swal- lowed.

Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness.

Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.

Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or fuel con- tainer opening.

Keep gas away from eyes and skin.

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi- ately.

WARNING: Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.

The fuel tank is located at the left rear of the engine. Fig. 5-1 Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or

higher.

IMPORTANT: Dispose of any unused gasoline properly according to the law in each country.

IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol because the fuel system could be damaged. Do not mix oil with gaso- line.

Fuel tank

Fig. 5-1

Engine oil and filter

IMPORTANT: Drain all of the gasoline from the fuel tank before tilting the engine to drain the oil. Dispose of used engine oil properly according to the law in each country.

IMPORTANT: All oil drips or spills must be cleaned off of the exhaust system before operating the machine.

WARNING: Do not touch the engine and muffler as they may be hot.

1.Remove the engine oil dipstick.

2.Remove the engine oil drain plug. Fig. 5-2

3.Tilt the mower onto it’s side to drain the oil. Fig. 5-2

4.Set the mower right side up and replace the oil drain plug. Clean up any oil spill.

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