Hustler Turf FASTRAK 60 User Manual
Table of Contents
General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
To The New Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Warranty Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Model And Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Parts And Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Safety And Instructions Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Safe Operating Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Safe Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Using A Ramp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Slope Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Safety Start Interlock System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Engine Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Stopping The Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Moving Mower With Stalled Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Mower Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-8
Deck Cutting Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Anti-Scalp Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Maintenance & Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Safe Servicing Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Service Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Service Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Torque Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1
4-2
4-2
4-2
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-3
Fuel And Evaporative Emissions Control System . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
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Engine Oil And Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Engine Air Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
General Engine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Carbon Canister. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Fuel Evaporation System Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
Mower Blade Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
Mower Blade Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Steering Control Lever Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
Product Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
REV F toc-2 602900
GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual applies to the following Hustler equipment lines:
Hustler FasTrak 48/54/60
To The New Owner
The purpose of this manual is to assist owners and operators
in maintaining and operating your Hustler
it carefully; information and instruction s furnished can help you
achieve years of dependable performance.
A separate Engine Owner’s Manual is included with your
er’s packet which contains additional engine information
own
that will not be repeated in this manual. It is the owner’s
responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics
read and understand the engine owner’s manual before
attempting to operate or repair the engine.
The decals are designed to give the operator
needed in the daily operation and service of the machine. These
decals are not intended to be used in place of this manual but
instead are to be used as an extension of this manual. These
decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace these
decals if they become unreadable.
It is the owner
’s responsibility to make certain that the
operators and mechanics read and understand this 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 trained in
the operation of this equipment. All operators and mechanics
must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls and decals.
IMPORTANT: The owne
r/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people or property.
Never let children or untrained people operate or service the
pment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the
equi
operator.
For more detailed maintenance and adjustment information
o the proper General Service Manual for your machine.
refer t
Refer to the “Product Literature” section of this manual for
information on how to attain these manuals.
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mower. Please read
brief information
Using This Manual
General operation, adjustment and maintenance guidance is
outlined for both the experienced and novice Hustler
Operating conditions vary considerably and cannot all be
addressed individually. Through experience, however, operators
should find no difficulty in developing good operating skills
suitable to most conditions.
Directions used in this manua
l, for example RIGHT or LEFT,
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user.
refer to directions when in operator position and facing forward,
unless otherwise stated.
Photographs and illustrations used were
current at the time of
printing, but subsequent production changes may cause your
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machine to vary slightly in detail. Hustler
Turf Equipment
reserves the right to redesign and change the machine as deemed
necessary, without notification. If a change has been made to
your machine which is not reflected in this operator’s manual, or
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the parts manual, see your Hustler
Dealer for current
information and parts.
Warranty Registration
Your Hustler® Dealer must register the unit on-line within ten
(10) days following date of purchase to validate your warranty
protection. As the new equipment owner, you should confirm
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that your Hustler
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Hustler
Turf Equ ipment.
Dealer has registered your mower with
Be sure to register the mower plus each attachment that
splays a model and serial identification number plate with
di
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Hustler
Turf Equ ipment.
IMPORTANT: Any
unauthorized modification, alteration,
or use of non-approved attachments voids the warranty and
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releases Hustler
Turf Equipment from any liability arising from
subsequent use of this equipment. Do not use or operate any
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attachment not approved by Hustler
Turf Equipment.
Model And Serial Number
Mower model and serial numbers are found on the serial
identification plate, located on the frame directly below and to
the right of the operator’s platform.
These numbers are required when th
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Hustler
Turf Equipment. They will also assure you of the
e unit is registered with
correct service parts when replacement becomes necessary.
Parts And Service
Use original Hustler® replacement parts only. These parts are
available through your local Hustler
efficient service, always provide the following information
when ordering parts:
1. Correct
2. Correct
part description.
part number.
3. Correct model number
4. Correct serial
number.
All warranty repair and service must be handled through an
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authorized Hustler
Dealer. Arrangements should be made
through your local service center.
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Dealer. To obtain prompt,
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602900 1-1 REV F
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 ultima te purchaser or
while it is in use, or
2. The use of the equipment after such device or element of design has been remov ed or rendered
inoperative by any person.
WARNINGWARNING
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the state
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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 Requ irement s. 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.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message
intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL
SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal
operation and servicing of this equipment.
– denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in
severe personal injury or death.
– denotes a hazard or unsafe practice which COULD
result in severe personal injury or death.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information.
RTANT calls attention to special mechanical information
IMPO
and NOTE emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
All operators and mechani
cs should read this manual, and be
instructed about safe operating and maintenance procedures. If
the operators or mechanics cannot read and understand English,
it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them.
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can
t in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with
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these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety
alert symbol “”, which means DANGER or WARNING “personal safety instructions.” Failure to comply with the
instructions may result in personal injury or death.
Incorrect usage of this mower may
result in severe injury.
Personnel operating and maintaining it should be trained in
the proper use and should read the manuals completely and
thoroughly before attempting to set-up, operate, adjust, or
service this mower.
• It is also the owner
’s responsibility to make certain that
the operators and mechanics are qualified and physically
able individuals, properly trained in the operation of this
equipment.
• All operators and mechanics mu
st become familiar with
the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls
and decals.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment.
Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people or
property
• The owner should also ensure that
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the operators/mechan-
ics know that they are responsible for their own safety as
as the safety of other persons within the vicinity.
well
Remember, the operator is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Specific safety warning decals are located on the equipment near the immediate areas of potential hazards. These
decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace
them if
The following illustrations s
they become non-readable.
how the various safety decals that
are located on the mower. A brief explanation, for those
requiring one, is shown to help the operator understand the
meanings of these decals.
Read Operator’s Manual and Safety Warning Decals before
•
attempting to operate this machine.
Safety And Instructions Decals
The decals are designed to give the operator brief information
needed in the daily operation and service of the mower. These
decals are not intended to be used in place of this manual but
instead are to be used as an extension of this manual. These
decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace these
decals if they become unreadable.
• It is the owner
operators and mechanics read and understand this manual
and all decals before operating this mower.
’s responsibility to make certain that the
• Do not smoke while refueling.
• Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill tank with engine running
or while the engine is hot.
• Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside a building.
• Store away from open flame or spark if there is fuel in tank.
• Clean up any gasoline spills.
• Do not refuel while in enclosed trailer or other enclosed areas.
• Maximum of 10% ethanol (E10) in fuel. Fuels with greater than
10% ethanol, (such as E15, E20 and E85) voids warranty. Fuels
with greater than 10% ethanol are not approved for use and
such illegal use could cause equipment failure and pose a fire
hazard.
602900 2-1 REV F
Part Number
602041
601837
If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place the steering
control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and
involve your 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.
600899
601967
601892
WARNING: Thrown objects!
• Always maintain a safe distance from
people 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
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bjects before mowing.
Part Number 600899
• If you lose steering control while operating the machine, place
the steering control levers in the park brake position immediately. Inspect the machine and involve your dealer to resolve
e problem before continuing to operate.
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• 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.
WARNING:
Hot surface!
Part Number 601837
Part Number 602041
• Keep a safe distance from the machine.
DANGER:
Rotating blades, pulleys & belts
• Keep shields and covers in
place while machine is in operation
• Keep hands, feet and clothing
away from rotating pulleys and
belts.
WARNING:
Thrown objects!
Part Number 601624
WARNING: Fire!
Part Number 601967
• Never operate the mower deck with side
deflector damaged, altered, removed or in
raised position, except when the entire
grass catcher attachment or mulching
system is being used.
• 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.
REV F 2-2 602900
601979
Part Number 601979
WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine.
WARNING: This structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage, over-
turn, or alteration. If any of these conditions occur, this structure must be replaced.
WARNING: Roll over!
• Avoid crushing, use seat belt.
• Do not jump if machine tips.
• Never operate the mower without the ROPS. Always wear your seat belt when operating this
mower.
• Do not remove ROPS.
WARNING: Ejection!
• Always pull from the tractor hitch.
• Do not attach chains or ropes to the ROPS for pulling purposes, as the machine can tip back-
wards.
601815
• Do not overfill battery.
• Electrolyte may overflow and damage
paint, wiring or structure. When cleaning the battery, use soap and water. Be
careful not to get soap and water into
the battery. Use soda mixed in water
to clean corrosion off the terminals.
• Always wear eye protection when
checking the battery, acid can cause
serious injury to skin and eyes. If contact occurs, flush area with clean
water and call physician immediately.
Acid will also damage clothing.
• Avoid skin con-
tact with battery
acid
• Do not allow open flame near the
battery when charging.
• Hydrogen gas forms inside the
battery. This gas is both toxic and
flammable and may cause an
explosion if exposed to flame.
Always remove the negative
ground first and replace it last.
Part Number 601815
602900 2-3 REV F
DANGER: Battery Hazards!
Part Number 601993
WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and decals before attempting
to operate this machine.
WARNING: Roll over!
• Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away from drop-offs,
retaining walls, drainage ditches, embankments, water, and
other types of hazards to avoid a wheel dropping over the edge
or to avoid the ground from breaking away.
WARNING: Back over!
• 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 and while backing up.
• Do not carry passengers.
• Always stop machine if someone enters the area.
WARNING: Roll over!
• Slow down before turning.
• Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Never make
sudden changes in speed and direction.
• Do not mow on slopes above a retaining wall or drop-off.
WARNING: Ejection!
• Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Keep all movement slow and gradual when going up or down
slopes.
• Do not remove or modify stabilizer wheels or injury can result.
WARNING: Loss of traction/control on slopes!
• Shut off blades.
• Back slowly down the slope when loss of traction occurs.
REV F 2-4 602900
601635
Part Number 601635
WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and decals before attempting to operate this machine.
WARNING: This structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural damage,
overturn, or alteration. If any of these conditions occur, this structure must be
replaced.
WARNING: Roll over!
• Never operate machine on a slope with the ROPS folded down (lowered position).
• There is no roll over protection when the ROPS is in the lowered position.
• Lower the ROPS only when absolutely necessary. Drive slowly and carefully. Raise the
ROPS as soon as clearance permits.
• Read and follow slopes operation instructions and warnings.
• Do not wear seat belt when the ROPS is in the lowered position.
WARNING: Ejection!
• Avoid crushing, use seat belt.
• Do not jump if machine tips.
• To minimize chance of injury or death from rollover; keep ROPS in the raised and locked
position and use the seat belt.
• Do not remove ROPS
• Always pull from the mower hitch.
• Do not attach chains or ropes to the ROPS for pulling purposes, as the machine can tip
backwards.
602900 2-5 REV F
Units with single fuel tanks
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arting the engine:
• Read Owner’s Manual
• Disengage mower blades
• Place control levers in park brake position
ator’s Manual before attempting to operate this machine.
ear ear protection, eye protection and safety shoes when operating this equipment.
e start position
maximum electric clutch life engage at 1/2 - 3/4 throttle position.
maximum electric clutch life disengage at low throttle position.
Units with dual fuel tanks
REV F 2-6 602900
1. Hold this sheet of paper in front of 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 line with the ground slope. This will give you a close estimation of the ground slope to be
mowed.
Slope Guide Lines
Line B
D (10o)
C (5o)
E (15o)
Line A
Slope Guide
Use this diagram when determining the degree of slope to be mowed.
602900 2-7 REV F
REV F 2-8 602900
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