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Start the engine by following these steps. If you encounter
difficulty, contact your Hustler
®
Dealer.
1.
Make sure the control levers are in the park brake posi-
tion and deck clutch switch is disengaged. Only start
the engine from the operator’s position.
2.
Set throttle at approximately 1/2 open position.
3.
Insert key in ignition switch and rotate it to the “PRE-
HEAT/RUN” position. It takes two seconds before the
glo-plug light will come on. Wait for the glo-plug light
to go off (6 seconds) before rotating the key to the
“START” position. This is necessary only when the
temperature is below 50
°
F (10
°C)
. This operation is
not necessary when restarting a warm engine.
Shown in the chart are the standard preheating times for
various temperatures. This operation, however, is not
required when the engine is warmed up.
Failure to follow these recommendations can lead to pre-
mature failure of the starter motor and the fuel shut-off
solenoid.
IMPORTANT:
Ether, or other starting fluids, must never
be used as a starting aid with this engine. Warranty
will be denied when engine damage results from such
use.
4.
Rotate ignition switch key full clockwise to engage
starting motor. Release key when engine starts.
IMPORTANT:
The engine starter should not be oper-
ated for periods longer than 30 seconds at a time. An
interval of at least two minutes should be allowed
between such cranking periods to protect the starter
from overheating and burn-out.
5.
As soon as engine begins to run, check to make cer-
tain the oil warning light is off. If not, stop engine
immediately and check for the cause.
6.
Perform test to make sure safety start interlock sys-
tem is operating properly. Refer to
Safety start interlock
system
section.
7.
Allow the engine to idle a few minutes before advanc-
ing the throttle and/or engaging the deck clutch.
Stopping the Engine
Use the following procedure to shut the engine off.
1.
Place the steering control levers in the park brake posi-
tion.
2.
Throttle the engine back to low idle, then disengage
the deck clutch. Refer to the
Mower Deck Operation
sec-
tion for more details.
3.
Let the engine run at low idle for two minutes.
4.
Rotate the ignition key counter-clockwise to the “OFF”
position. Remove the key from the switch before leav-
ing the mower.
Moving the Mower With Stalled Engine
If it becomes necessary to move the mower when the
engine is inoperative, the hydraulic pumps are equipped with
bypass valves. Figure 3-8
Before moving the unit, turn bypass valves counter clock-
wise one-half to one revolution. The valve on each hydraulic
pump is located near the top and is identified as a hex stud.
Figure 3-8
The steering control levers must be placed in the neutral
position, to release the park brakes, so that the mower can be
moved.
Do not tow the machine. Move it by hand or use a winch to
load on a trailer for transporting.
IMPORTANT:
Always make certain the two bypass valves
are returned to their operating position before running the
mower following repairs.
ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure)
A Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and seat belt is
provided with the equipment. Do not remove the ROPS and
seat belt.
A ROPS may minimize the chance of injury or death from
rollover.
A ROPS, when used with a seat belt, is effective in reducing
injuries during unit overturn accidents. Overturning the unit
without a ROPS or without the ROPS locked in the raised
position (Figure 3-9) can result in serious injury or death.
Ambient
temperature
Preheating time
Ordinary heat type
Above 50°F (10°C)
No need
50° (10°C) to
23°F (-5°C)
6 seconds
(One cycle)
Below 23°F (-5°C)
12 seconds
(Cycle glo-plugs twice)
A.
Bypass valve
Figure 3-8
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