HUSTLER Raptor X Operator'S Manual Download Page 2

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The Engine 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’s Manual with your unit. Should the Engine Owner’s Manual become damaged or 

illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be ordered per the information found in the Product 

Information section of the owner’s manual.

Federal law and California State law prohibit the following acts or the causing thereof:

1. The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, 

repair, replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any equipment for the 

purposes of emissions control prior to or after its sales or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or 

while it is in use, or

2. The use of the equipment after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered 

inoperative by any person.

NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT OF SPARK ARRESTER MUFFLER

This  equipment  may  create  sparks  that  can  start  fires  around  dry  vegetation.  California  Public  Resources  Code 
Section 4442.6 provides that it is unlawful to use or operate an internal combustion engine on any forest-covered, 
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester maintained in effective 
working order. A spark arrester is a  device constructed of nonflammable materials specifically for the  purpose of 
removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles over 0.0232 of an inch in size from the exhaust flow of 
an  internal  combustion  engine  that  uses  hydrocarbon  fuels  or  which  is  qualified  and  rated  by  the  United  States 
Forest  Service.  Other  states  or  federal  areas  may  have  similar  laws.  The  Operator  Should  Contact  Local  Fire 
Agencies For Laws or Regulations Relating to Fire Prevention Requirements. THIS EQUIPMENT DOES NOT HAVE 
A SPARK ARRESTER AND YOU SHOULD CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR THE PURCHASE OF 
A SPARK ARRESTER.

Inspect spark arrester daily; replace every 500 hours or as needed.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product 

contains chemicals known to the state 

of California to cause cancer, birth 

defects or other reproductive harm.

Summary of Contents for Raptor X

Page 1: ...607768 REV A Hustler Raptor X Hustler Raptor XL Operator s Manual 200 South Ridge Road Hesston Kansas 67062...

Page 2: ...This equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation California Public Resources Code Section 4442 6 provides that it is unlawful to use or operate an internal combustion engine...

Page 3: ...ine Starting 3 2 Stopping the Engine 3 3 Moving the Mower with Stalled Engine 3 3 Mower Operation 3 3 Deck Cutting Height Adjustment 3 7 Anti Scalp Wheels 3 7 Maintenance Adjustments 4 1 Safe Servicin...

Page 4: ...REV A toc 2 607768 Troubleshooting 5 1 Storage 6 1...

Page 5: ...ons Directions used in this manual for example RIGHT or LEFT refer to directions when in the operator position and facing forward unless otherwise stated Though current at the time of printing photogr...

Page 6: ...anty repair and service must be handled through an authorized Hustler Dealer Product Literature If you would like to view or print a copy of the product manuals Operator s Manual Parts Manual or Gener...

Page 7: ...fe Operating Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death Never allow persons to operate t...

Page 8: ...he discharge chute with the engine running Turn off the engine and be sure the blades have stopped before cleaning Use a stick to clear a plugged discharge area Never use your hand Follow daily and we...

Page 9: ...inage ditches embankments water and other types of hazards to avoid a wheel dropping over the edge or to avoid the ground from breaking away This will reduce the risk of the mower suddenly rolling ove...

Page 10: ...te the mower Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment Use care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees the end of a fence or other objects that may obscure vision Service Precaution...

Page 11: ...ng the battery Acid can cause serious injury to skin and eyes If contact occurs flush area with clean water and call a physician immediately Acid will also damage clothing Do not drink the battery ele...

Page 12: ...or obliterate the decals Replace unreadable or missing decals It is the owner s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics read and understand all decals before operating this mac...

Page 13: ...ea with clean water and call physician immediately Acid will also damage clothing Avoid skin contact with battery acid Do not allow open flame near the battery when charging Hydrogen gas forms inside...

Page 14: ...e entire grass catcher attachment or mulching system is being used Part Number 604221 DANGER Rotating blades pulleys belts Keep shields and covers in place while machine is in operation Keep hands fee...

Page 15: ...rs Always stop machine if someone enters the area Always be aware of what is behind the machine before backing up Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before a...

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Page 17: ...building 3 Fold the paper along the slope guide lines C D or E 4 Align the closest slope guide line with the ground slope This will give you a close estimation of the ground slope to be mowed Slope G...

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Page 19: ...n position When the knob is pulled up the choke is in the ON start position Do not operate the machine in the ON start position E Electronic hour meter Figure 3 1 registers 1 10 hour increments up to...

Page 20: ...tion NOTE The operator s seat is equipped with a separate safety switch If for any reason the operator should become unseated when the steering control levers are not in the park brake position park b...

Page 21: ...ning the mower following repairs Mower Operation This mower features the SmoothTrak steering system The following provides you with detailed information on how to operate the mower efficiently Driving...

Page 22: ...T Damage to the hydraulic system components may occur with rapid movement of the steering controls To increase speed increase the steering control lever s distance from neutral The farther forward the...

Page 23: ...t r a l Neutral Left control lever Right control lever An inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain Before attempting normal speed operation an inexperienced operator shoul...

Page 24: ...the Maintenance and Adjustments section of this manual for more details Deck Clutch Operation Before beginning operation check to make sure the deck clutch switch is engaging and disengaging the blade...

Page 25: ...ttle when disengaging the clutch will help extend clutch life Warranty will not be allowed for deck clutches that fail due to improper engagement and disengagement practices Deck Cutting Height Adjust...

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Page 27: ...o prevent arm rest damage 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 ne...

Page 28: ...de parts such as fuel tanks fuel lines fuel line fittings fuel caps carbon canisters canister mounting brackets carburetor purge port connection filters vapor hoses clamps control valves control solen...

Page 29: ...chever comes first Figure 4 4 Engine Oil and Filter Check engine oil daily and after every 4 hours of operation Mower must be on a level surface when checking oil Refer to engine manual and maintenanc...

Page 30: ...nd recommendations for break in and regular maintenance are specified in the Engine Owner s Manual Please refer to this manual for engine servicing lubricating oil levels with quality and viscosity re...

Page 31: ...through most hardware supply stores The blade should not lean or tilt When spinning the blade slowly it should not wobble Balance the blade before reinstalling Lay the blade on a flat surface and che...

Page 32: ...ge replace blade B Straight blade edge C Cutting plane D Cutting edge Figure 4 8 Never work under the machine or attachment unless it is safely supported with jack stands Make certain machine is secur...

Page 33: ...ten the cap screws Torque cap screws to 7 ft lbs 9 5 N m Figure 4 10 Steering Control Lever Adjustment The steering control levers can be adjusted for operator comfort A To pivot the upper control lev...

Page 34: ...owner s manual for engine service information After completing maintenance cycle 100 hours repeat cycle Maintenance Schedule Refer to Figure 4 12 Figure 4 13 Figure 4 14 Figure 4 15 Figure 4 16 SERVIC...

Page 35: ...5 Battery 6 Fuel Tank 7 Engine Oil Filter 8 Park Brake Switch 2 9 Drive Tire 10 Engine Air Intake Screen 11 Front Wheel Tires 12 Pump Belt 13 Deck Belt 14 Blades 15 Fuel Evaporation System Filter Figu...

Page 36: ...e Maintenance Service Performed Dealer Hour Meter Reading Date Maintenance Service Performed Dealer Hour Meter Reading Date Maintenance Service Performed Dealer Hour Meter Reading Date Maintenance Ser...

Page 37: ...one direction Steering linkage needs adjustment Adjust linkage Loose steering linkage Tighten linkage Tires improperly inflated Adjust air pressure to 8 12 psi 55 83 KPa Transaxle component faulty Co...

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Page 39: ...ion consult with your Dealer 2 Fill the fuel tank s with fresh fuel NOTE Use non ethanol fuel if possible 3 Run the engine for a minimum of 10 minutes 4 Drain the oil from the crankcase while the engi...

Page 40: ...pins and clevis pins are in place 6 Install all safety shields and review safety precautions listed in this manual 7 Check and inflate tires to 8 12 psi 55 83 KPa 8 Refer to engine manual for more inf...

Page 41: ...In Line Fuse 4 2 Model and Serial Number 1 1 Moving the Mower with Stalled Engine 3 3 Mower Blade Maintenance 4 4 Mower Blade Maintenance Precautions 2 5 Mower Blade Replacement 4 6 Mower Blades 4 4 M...

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