HUSTLER FasTrak 42 Owner'S Manual Download Page 7

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A.

Fast

B.

Slow

C.

Choke

D.

Mower blade engage/disengage switch

E.

Ignition switch - insert key

F.

OFF

G.

ON

H.

Engine start position

I.

Wear ear protection, eye protection and safety shoes when
operating this equipment.

J.

Read Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate this
machine.  Read Operator’s Manual before attempting to service
this manual.

WARNING:
Thrown objects!

• Keep shields and covers in place while machine is in opera-

tion.

• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating pulleys and 

belts.

Part Number
600899

• If you loose steering control while operating 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.

• If pump belt fails, steering control will be lost.  Refer to owner’s 

manual for inspection and replacement intervals and refer to 
above paragraph for emergency procedures.

• Never operate the mower 

deck with side deflector dam-
aged, altered, removed or in 
raised position, except when 
the entire grass catcher 
attachment or mulching sys-
tem is being used.

Part Number 601817

2%6"

Part Number 601892

WARNING:
Thrown objects!

• Always maintain a safe distance from peo-

ple and pets when mowing.

• Always stop machine if someone enters the 

area. 

• Inspect area to be mowed for hazards such 

as rocks, metal objects and other debris 
which may be thrown or entangled by 
mower blades.  Remove these objects 
before mowing.

                     WARNING:
                     Fire!

• Clean flammable material from 

machine.  Prevent fires by keeping 
engine compartment, top of deck, 
exhaust area, battery, fuel line, fuel 
tank and operator’s station clean of 
accumulated trash, grass clippings, 
and other debris.  Always clean up 
spilled fuel and oil.

DANGER:
Rotating blades, 
pulleys & belts!

Part Number 
601816

A

E

A

C

D

F

B

G

H

I

J

Part Number 
601967

Summary of Contents for FasTrak 42

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Page 2: ...ating skills suitable to most conditions Directions used in this manual for example RIGHT or LEFT refer to directions when seated on tractor facing forward unless otherwise stated Photographs and illu...

Page 3: ...Owner s Manual provides information regarding the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems maintenance and warranty Keep Engine Owner...

Page 4: ...in materials or workmanship O He must promptly notify Hustler Turf Equipment or an authorized dealer in writing of the defect In no event shall such notification be received by Hustler Turf Equipment...

Page 5: ...ch of warranty must be commenced within 120 days following delivery of the goods in a rental application NO OTHER WARRANTIES Unless modified in writing signed by both parties and approved by the Presi...

Page 6: ...is manual and all decals before operating this machine It is also the owner s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics are qualified and physically able individuals properly tra...

Page 7: ...st Refer to owner s manual for inspection and replacement intervals and refer to above paragraph for emergency procedures Never operate the mower deck with side deflector dam aged altered removed or i...

Page 8: ...re backing up Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing up WARNING Roll over Slow down before turning Do not operate on slopes greater than...

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Page 10: ...f you Make sure that Line A is horizontal 2 Align Line B with a vertical surface such as pole tree or building 3 Fold the paper along the slope guide lines C D or E 4 Align the closest slope guide lin...

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Page 12: ...g pants safety glasses ear protection and safety shoes when operating this machine V Always be aware of what is behind the machine before backing up Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary A...

Page 13: ...machine roll over and serious injury or death V Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding and loss of steering control V Do not tow on slopes The weight of the towed equip ment may...

Page 14: ...ase engine rpm move lever rearward to decrease engine rpm To reach the choke position push forward on the lever as far as it will go As the lever is pushed forward you will notice a detente position w...

Page 15: ...al engine starting The engine starting motor will not engage until A Steering control levers are in the park brake position B Deck clutch switch is in the down OFF position WARNING The safety interloc...

Page 16: ...ng engine engage the control levers and steer as follows To go forward push steering control levers forward an equal distance Fig 4 6 To go in reverse pull steering control levers rearward an equal di...

Page 17: ...o 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 opp...

Page 18: ...me of the year Mow more often in the early spring to maintain the same cutting height As the growth rate slows in mid summer mow less frequently If you cannot mow at a regular interval mow at a high c...

Page 19: ...ight Fig 4 9 Step on the deck lift pedal and raise the deck to its highest position and latch the transport mode lever in place when transporting the unit Anti scalp wheels Anti scalp wheel kits are s...

Page 20: ...e tractor drive system mower deck or any attachment while the tractor engine is running or deck clutch is engaged Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained maintenan...

Page 21: ...ols WARNING Avoid skin and clothing contact with battery acid Always wear eye protection when checking the bat tery acid can cause serious injury to skin and eyes If contact occurs flush area with cle...

Page 22: ...act 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...

Page 23: ...case otherwise belt will lose power and slip excessively Never pry a belt to get it on a pulley as this will cut or damage the fibers of the belt covering Keep oil and grease away from belts and neve...

Page 24: ...are being removed or installed on the spindle Contact your Hustler dealer for more information Sharpen the blades on a grinder following pattern as shown Fig 5 5 Touch up sharpening can be done with...

Page 25: ...Fig 5 8 SERVICE AT INTERVALS INDICATED WEEKLY OR 50 HOURS ANNUALLY OR 100 HOURS Verify safety start interlock system Prior to each use Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and or damaged parts Pr...

Page 26: ...ator Chart Viewed from top of unit 12 11 1 Engine Oil Fill Dipstick 2 Fuel Filter 3 Engine Air Cleaner 4 Engine Oil Drain Plug 5 Battery 6 Fuel Tank 7 Engine Oil Filter 8 Deck Lift Pivot Zerks 2 9 Par...

Page 27: ...5 8 601396_0109 Fig 5 9 1 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 Deck Belt 2 Blades Hustler Sport 42 48 Deck Maintenance Locator Chart Hustler Sport 48 Deck Hustler Sport 42 Deck...

Page 28: ...or tighten spindle bearing The choke is not on Move the choke lever to ON A blade spindle is bent Contact your Hustler Dealer Numerous See engine manual Uneven cutting height The blade s are not sharp...

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Page 30: ...engine flooding and loss of power 5 Remove and replace fuel filter if not done in previous 100 hours 6 Remove spark plugs and pour a tablespoon of engine oil into each spark plug hole Install plugs b...

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Page 32: ...5 2 Maintenance Adjustments Introduction 5 1 Model and serial number 1 1 Moving tractor with stalled engine 4 5 Mower blade maintenance 5 4 Mower blade removal 5 5 Mower deck operation 4 8 New season...

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