Hustler Turf Outdoor Storage 3500 3700 User Manual

Hustler 3500/3700  
60”/72” Out Front Deck  
Owner’s Manual  
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P.O. Box 7000  
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Hesston, Kansas  
67062-2097  
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GENERAL INFORMATION  
This manual applies to the following Hustler equipment lines:  
Warranty registration  
The completed Warranty Registration and Delivery form must be sent to  
Hustler Turf Equipment within ten (10) days of delivery to validate your war-  
ranty protection. As the new equipment owner, you are expected to see that  
the form is completed and forwarded to Hustler Turf Equipment at time of  
delivery. The warranty registration form can also be accomplished electroni-  
cally by the Hustler Dealer to validate the warranty.  
Hustler Front Mount Deck 60”  
Hustler Front Mount Deck 72”  
To the new owner  
The purpose of this manual is to assist owners and operators in maintain-  
ing and operating the Hustler Front Mount Decks. Please read it carefully;  
information and instructions furnished can help you achieve years of depend-  
able performance.  
This form must be on file for validation before any warranty claim appli-  
cations can be processed by Hustler Turf Equipment.  
Be sure to register the tractor plus each attachment that displays a model  
and serial identification number plate with Hustler Turf Equipment.  
IMPORTANT: Any unauthorized modification, alteration, or use of  
non-approved attachments voids the warranty and releases Hustler Turf  
Equipment from any liability arising from subsequent use of this equipment.  
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, prop-  
erly trained in the operation of this equipment. All operator and mechanics  
must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator con-  
trols and safety signs.  
IMPORTANT: For more detailed maintenance and adjustment informa-  
tion refer to the proper parts manual for your machine.  
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries  
occurring to themselves, other people or property.  
Model and serial number  
Model and serial numbers are found on the serial identification plate,  
located on the left rear top of the deck.  
These numbers are required on the Warranty Registration form. They  
will also assure you of the correct service parts when replacement becomes  
necessary.  
Using this manual  
Parts and service  
General operation, adjustment and maintenance guidance is outlined for  
both the experienced and novice Hustler user. Operating conditions vary con-  
siderably and cannot all be addressed individually. Through experience,  
however, operators should find no difficulty in developing good operating  
skills suitable to most conditions.  
Use original Hustler replacement parts only. These parts are available  
through your local Hustler dealer. To obtain prompt, efficient service, always  
provide the following information when ordering parts:  
1. Correct part description  
2. Correct model number.  
Directions used in this manual, for example RIGHT or LEFT, refer to  
directions when seated on tractor facing forward, unless otherwise stated.  
Photographs and illustrations used were current at the time of printing,  
but subsequent production changes may cause your 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 owner’s manual, or the  
parts manual, see your Hustler dealer for current information and parts.  
3. Correct serial number.  
All warranty repair and service must be handled through an authorized  
Hustler dealer. Arrangements should be made through your local service cen-  
ter.  
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HUSTLER FRONT MOUNT DECKS  
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR DECK  
(THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON DECK  
SPINDLE BEARING & DECK GAUGE FORK BEARING)  
WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY  
Hustler Turf Equipment, makes the following warranty to the original pur-  
Damage caused by use of the Hustler Turf Equipment for purposes  
other than those for which it was designed  
chaser only:  
Damages caused by disasters such as fire, flood, wind, and lighten-  
ing  
Damages caused by foam filled or solid filled tires.  
Damages caused by neglect, abuse, abnormal use, improper or  
unreasonable use, accident, negligence or misuse  
Repairs or replacement resulting from the use of unauthorized parts,  
accessories or attachments  
Repairs or replacement as the result if any alterations or modifica-  
tions, in the determination of Hustler Turf Equipment, which  
adversely affects the operation, performance or durability of the  
equipment.  
a. First and Second Year: Hustler Turf Equipment Tractors and Power  
Units are warranted for two (2) years from date of delivery on all  
materials and workmanship.  
If the Purchaser discovers within this warranty period a defect in  
materials or workmanship:  
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, or an authorized dealer later  
than twenty-five (25) months from date of delivery.  
Within a reasonable time after such notification, Hustler Turf  
Equipment, will correct any defect in material or workmanship on  
the Hustler Turf Equipment, by repairing or replacing part(s) with  
either new or used replacement parts.  
Such repair, including parts and labor shall be at the expense of  
Hustler Turf Equipment, and,  
b. Third Year: At the conclusion of the two year limited warranty  
described in paragraph (a) above, there shall be an additional one year  
limited warranty on deck gauge fork bearings and deck spindle bear-  
ings only, no labor.  
Hustler Turf Equipment which has the serial number removed or  
made illegible  
Depreciation or damage caused by normal wear, lack of reasonable  
and proper maintenance, failure to follow the product’s owner’s  
manual operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions or other  
operational instructions provided by Hustler Turf Equipment.  
Normal maintenance parts and service including, but not limited to,  
lubricants, belts, blades, blade sharpening, bearings  
If the Purchaser discovers within this warranty period a defect in  
either of these bearings:  
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, or an authorized dealer later  
than thirty-seven (37) months from date of delivery.  
Within a reasonable time after such notification, Hustler Turf  
Equipment, will provide new replacement bearing to install on the  
Hustler Turf Equipment.  
The installation of the deck gauge fork bearing and deck spindle  
bearing shall be at the expense of the owner, and,  
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY  
The foregoing warranties are in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or  
implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchant-  
ability and fitness for a particular purpose. However, if the Hustler Turf  
Equipment is purchased as a consumer product, any implied warranty of  
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the dura-  
tion of this limited warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on  
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not  
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may  
also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
c. Rental Units (90 days): Within 90 days of date of delivery Hustler  
Turf Equipment, provides a limited warranty on all materials and  
workmanship for units used for rental purposes.  
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES  
In no case shall Hustler Turf Equipment, be liable for any special, incidental,  
or consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract,  
negligence, strict liability in tort, or any other legal theory.  
Such damages include, but are not limited to:  
If the Purchaser discovers within this warranty period a defect in  
materials or workmanship:  
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, or an authorized dealer later  
than 120 days from date of delivery.  
Loss of profits  
Loss of savings or revenue  
Loss of use of Hustler Turf Equipment or any associated equipment  
Cost of capital  
Within a reasonable time after such notification, Hustler Turf  
Equipment, will correct any defect in material or workmanship on  
the Hustler Turf Equipment, by repairing or replacing part(s) with  
either new or used replacement parts.  
Such repair, including parts and labor shall be at the expense of  
Hustler Turf Equipment, and,  
Cost of any substitute equipment, facilities, services or downtime  
The claims of third parties including customers, and injury to prop-  
erty  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-  
quential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.  
TIME LIMIT  
WHO MUST PERFORM THE WARRANTY SERVICE  
Any action for breach of warranty must be commenced within twenty-five  
(25) months following delivery of the goods in a non-rental application. Any  
action for breach of warranty must be commenced within 120 days following  
delivery of the goods in a rental application.  
All warranty service will be performed by dealers authorized by Hustler Turf  
Equipment. Service calls and/or transportation expense of the product to  
and from the authorized dealer, for warranty work, will be paid by the owner  
of the product. For warranty service you can contact an authorized dealer or  
write Hustler Turf Equipment, 200 South Ridge Road, Hesston, Kansas  
67062, or call 1-620-327-4911.  
NO OTHER WARRANTIES  
Unless modified in writing, signed by both parties, and approved by the Pres-  
ident of Hustler Turf Equipment, this agreement is understood to be the com-  
plete and exclusive agreement between the parties, superseding all prior  
agreements, oral or written, and all other communications between the parties  
relating to the subject matter of this agreement. No employee of Hustler Turf  
Equipment, or any other party is authorized to make any warranty in addition  
to those made in this agreement.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY  
Hustler Turf Equipment, does not warranty:  
Some product, components or parts not manufactured by Hustler  
Turf Equipment  
Repairs made by unauthorized persons  
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ALLOCATION OF RISKS  
This agreement allocates the risks of product failure between Hustler Turf  
Equipment, and the purchaser. This allocation is recognized by both parties  
and is reflected in the price of the goods.  
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY  
You must maintain your Hustler Turf Equipment product following the main-  
tenance procedures described in your owner's manual. Such routine mainte-  
nance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.  
This machine like any other powered equipment is potentially dangerous  
unless properly operated. Any operator must be cautious and keep safety in  
mind at all times. Any operator, prior to using the Hustler Turf Equipment,  
should thoroughly familiarize himself with the owner's manual regarding  
operation and safety of the machine, as well as all safety warnings on the  
machine itself.  
WARRANTY REGISTRATION  
filling out the Warranty registration form, provided in the owner’s packet.  
If using the Warranty registration form it MUST be completed and signed  
by the authorized dealer and original purchaser.  
2. For validation, the completed Warranty registration form MUST be for-  
warded to Hustler Turf Equipment, within ten (10) days following date of  
purchase.  
3. The date of purchase constitutes delivery.  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
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, prop-  
erly trained in the operation of this equipment. All operator and mechanics  
must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator con-  
trols and safety signs.  
Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment.  
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.  
IMPORTANT: For more detailed maintenance and adjustment informa-  
tion refer to the proper parts manual for your machine.  
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. Obey  
all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.  
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 the operator/mechanic know that they  
are responsible for their own safety as well as the safety of other persons  
within the vicinity. Remember, the operator is responsible for accidents or  
hazards occurring to other people or their property.  
DANGER – denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in severe per-  
sonal injury or death.  
WARNING – denotes a hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in  
severe personal injury or death.  
This manual uses two other words to highlight information. IMPORTANT  
calls attention to special mechanical information and NOTE: emphasizes  
general information worthy of special attention.  
All operators and mechanics 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 responsibil-  
ity to explain this material to them.  
Incorrect usage of this machine 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 machine.  
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Safety and Instruction Decals  
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Specific safety warning decals are located on the equipment near the immediate areas of potential hazards. These decals should not be removed or oblit-  
erated. Replace them if they become non-readable.  
The following illustrations show the various decals that are located on the machine. A brief explanation, for those requiring one, is shown to help the operator  
understand the meanings of these decals.  
WARNING: Rotating driveshaft!  
WARNING:  
Read Owner’s Manual before attempting  
to operate or service this machine.  
Part Number  
601623  
Part Number  
601625  
601623  
• Keep hands, feet and clothing clear of  
this area.  
• Keep a safe distance from the  
machine.  
• Keep shields or covers in place while  
machine is in operation.  
Wear ear protection, eye protection and safety shoes when  
operating this equipment.  
Part Number  
601624  
601624  
WARNING:  
Thrown objects  
DANGER  
Rotating blades, pulleys & belts  
• 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.  
WARNING: Thrown  
objects  
Part Number  
601603  
• Always maintain a  
safe distance from  
people and pets  
when mowing.  
• Always stop  
machine if some-  
one enters the  
area.  
• Keep hands, feet and clothing away.  
• Keep shields or covers in place while  
machine is in operation.  
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OPERATION  
V Always be alert for hazards such as rocks, metal objects and other  
debris which may be thrown or entangled by mower blades. Watch  
out for holes or deep depressions.  
V 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.  
V Always keep clear of the mower blades and attachments during their  
operation.  
V Always maintain a safe distance from people and pets when mowing.  
Always stop machine if someone enters the area.  
V Never attempt high speed maneuvering in crowded or congested areas  
V Turn off blades when not mowing.  
V Never raise the mower deck with the blades engaged to avoid small  
obstacles, drive over curbs and so forth. Disengage the pto clutch  
before raising the deck.  
V Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the  
discharge chute. Never clear the discharge chute with the engine run-  
ning. 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!  
Safe 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.  
Operation  
V Always keep safety shields and covers in place, except for servicing.  
V Follow daily and weekly checklists, making sure hoses are tightly  
secured and bolts are tightened.  
V Always inspect machine for damage after striking a foreign object. If  
damage is found, repair machine immediately. Be sure to stop on  
level ground, place park brake lever in the brake engaged position,  
place the PTO lever in the “OFF” position, lower attachment, remove  
ignition switch key before leaving operator’s seat to inspect damage.  
V Never turn the PTO switch on unless the PTO shaft is securely con-  
nected to a power driven attachment.  
V Never operate a poorly maintained machine.  
V Always operate machine in daylight or with adequate workinglights.  
V Never put hands or feet under any part of the machine while it is run-  
ning.  
V Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging  
material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back  
toward the operator. Always disengage the blades and wait for them  
to stop before crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.  
V Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel weights or  
counterweights.  
V Never attempt to back machine onto transport trailer with mower  
deck or attachment in the raised position.  
V Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent fires by keeping  
the mower deck clean of accumulated trash, grass clippings, and other  
debris.  
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1. Gauge wheel assemblies  
2. Discharge chute  
5. Deck carrier arm  
6. PTO shaft  
3. Gearbox  
4. Front height adjustment  
7. Rear height adjustment  
8. Anti-scalp wheels  
9. Locking pin  
Fig. 3-1  
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Attaching mower deck to tractor  
To attach the Front Mount Mower Deck to a tractor, follow these recom-  
mended steps:  
Clevis pin  
Carrier arm  
1. Insert the woodruff key into the keyway on the gearbox’s input shaft.  
Align the woodruff key with keyway on universal joint of PTO shaft.  
Coat the gearbox input shaft with NEVER-SEEZ compound. Slide uni-  
versal joint onto gearbox shaft. Secure PTO shaft to gearbox shaft with  
5/16” cap screw, flat washer, and 5/16” nut provided. Fig. 3-2 and 3-3  
2. Lower tractor tool bar.  
3. Block rear of mower deck up so that the deck carrier arms are at the  
same height as the tractor tool bar.  
4. Drive the tractor ahead slowly and insert mower deck carrier arms into  
the tractor tool bar. Stop tractor engine, engage park brake and remove  
key from the igniton switch. Fig. 3-4  
WARNING: Stop engine. Make sure PTO switch is off.  
Engage park brake and remove ignition key before getting off  
machine.  
Tool bar  
Hair pin  
5. By moving the mower deck, align the holes in deck carrier arms and  
tractor tool bar.  
6. Insert tractor clevis pins through holes in tool bar and carrier arms and  
lock clevis pins in place using hair pins provided. Fig. 3-4  
7. Attach the PTO shaft to the engine shaft. Fig. 3-5  
NOTE: Never attach the PTO shaft to the engine shaft without it being  
attached to the mower deck gearbox.  
Fig. 3-4  
Engine shaft  
8. The mower deck is now ready for the deck leveling procedure. To  
remove deck from tractor, reverse above procedure.  
Leveling mower deck  
NOTE: Levelness of mower deck when lifted from surface does not  
affect levelness of cut in mowing position. Mower deck will mow (cut) level  
if it is level when set on level surface.  
PTO shaft  
Woodruff key  
Fig. 3-5  
Refer to tractor owner’s manual for correct tractor tire pressure. To level  
mower deck use the following procedure:  
1. Park the unit on a flat surface and set the park brake. Shut off tractor  
engine and remove key from the igniton switch.  
WARNING: Stop engine. Remove ignition key before getting  
Input shaft  
off machine.  
2. Check the deck’s tire pressure and adjust it accordingly. Tire pressure  
should be 8-12 psi (55-83 KPa).  
3. Set the 3500/3700 tractor’s Tool Bar Lift Control Lever in the fully for-  
ward position. (Refer to tractor’s owner’s manual for complete informa-  
tion.)  
Fig. 3-2  
5/16” cap screw  
Flat washer  
5-16” nut  
4. Rotate the 3500/3700 tractor’s Weight Control Valve knob counter-  
clockwise as far as it will turn to achieve the minimum weight transfer  
setting. (Refer to tractor’s owner’s manual for complete information.)  
5. Set the deck cutting height to 3.5” at the two front gauge wheel forks and  
at the two rear height adjusting linkages.  
(Refer to Cutting Height Adjustment section to set cutting height.)  
6. Measure from the level surface to the top of the deck. Fig. 3-6  
The top of the deck is 5.09” higher than the actual cutting height. Take  
the measurements at each of the areas shown (Fig. 3-6) and subtract  
5.09” from them. That will give the actual cutting height for that loca-  
tion.  
Example: 8.59” (top of deck height)  
Universal joint  
-5.09” (top of deck to blade distance)  
3.50” (cutting height)  
Fig. 3-3  
NOTE: The rear of the deck should be .2” - .5” higher than the front of  
the deck.  
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7. If the measured cutting height is significantly different than the 3.5”  
desired height than the front of the deck will have to be adjusted at the  
two front gauge wheel forks. The rear of the deck will have to be  
adjusted by moving the pins up or down in the adjusting holes. Refer to  
Cutting hieght adjustment section for more detailed information.  
NOTE: Minor leveling can be accomplished by moving the 1/2” cap  
screw on either front gauge arm mount forward in the slot, to raise cut-  
ting height, or backwards to lower cutting height. Fig. 3-7  
8. If one side of the deck is more than .25” higher than the other side, lower  
the high side of the deck by transferring the .25” gauge wheel spacer  
from under the gauge wheel fork bearing to the top side. (Fig. 3-8 and 3-  
11)  
.25” Spacer  
Lower the rear of the deck .25” at the rear height adjustment pin one  
hole. Fig. 3-9 and 3-13  
9. The mower deck should now be level.  
Cutting height adjustment  
Fig. 3-8  
WARNING: Make sure PTO clutch switch is off, engage trac-  
tor parking brake, stop engine, and remove ignition key before  
making any adjustments to mower deck.  
Rear height  
adjustment  
anchor  
Rear height shown set at 2.5”  
For best results, make cutting height adjustments on a hard flat surface.  
The mower deck can be height adjusted in back as well as in front.  
Measure  
to top of  
deck here  
Measure  
to top of  
deck here  
Clevis pin  
Rear height  
adjusting yoke  
Fig. 3-9  
The mower deck has two different cutting height range settings: 2” – 6”  
or 1” – 5”. The deck is preset at the factory to the 2” – 6” setting.  
Both front and rear height adjustment are in 1/4” increments.  
For a quick check of height adjustments: Measure from level surface to  
top of mower deck (as indicated in Fig. 3-7) and subtract 5.09 inches. The  
balance will be blade height. To be sure mower deck is level, measure at  
front and back on both left and right side of deck. Fig. 3-6  
Measure  
to top of  
deck here  
Measure  
to top of  
deck here  
To adjust front cutting height  
Fig. 3-6  
1. Park the unit on a flat surface, set the park brake and using the tractor’s  
hydraulic system lift mower deck off the ground. Shut off tractor engine.  
Place 8” tall blocks at the four corners of the deck. Restart engine and  
lower the deck onto the blocks. Shut off tractor engine and remove key  
from the igniton switch.  
When mower deck is set in the 2” – 6” range.  
Recesses on gauge  
2”  
3”  
2.5”  
arm mount  
WARNING: Stop engine. Remove ignition key before getting  
off machine.  
3.5”  
4.5”  
5.5”  
4”  
5”  
6”  
Gauge wheel  
assembly  
WARNING: The deck must rest on the blocks to prevent the  
deck from being lowered suddenly by the accidental move-  
ment of the tractor’s tool bar lift control lever.  
2. Pull up and forward on gauge wheel handle and lift or lower wheel to  
desired height (Fig. 3-10). Both gauge wheels should be adjusted to  
same height for uniform cutting.  
Loosen cap screw  
for adjustments of  
less than 1/4”  
NOTE: To change cutting height range setting to the 1” – 5” range,  
reposition the two .5” spacers, located below the gauge wheel bearings, to  
above the bearings. Fig. 3-11 & Fig. 3-12  
NOTE: 2” – 6” cutting height range: Recesses on side of gauge arm  
mounts visually indicate cutting height in 1/2” increments. Each notch  
between recesses represents a 1/4” adjustment. When the bottom (lowest)  
recess is just visible over top of gauge wheel assembly, cutting height is set  
at 6”, when the mower deck is set in the 2” – 6” range (see Fig. 3-7). Next  
mark up indicates 5-1/2”, then 5” and so forth. Top mark indicates 2”. Move  
gauge wheel assemblies all the way to top of arms for 2” cutting height.  
Gauge arm  
mount  
Measure, then subtract 5.09”  
Fig. 3-7  
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Handle  
.25” Spacer  
.5” Spacers  
Gauge wheel  
fork  
Fig. 3-11  
Fig. 3-10  
NOTE: 1” – 5” cutting height range: Recesses on side of gauge arm  
mounts visually indicate cutting height in 1/2” increments. When the bottom  
(lowest) recess is just visible over top of gauge wheel assembly, cutting  
height is set at 5”, when the mower deck is set in the 1” – 5” range. Next  
mark up indicates 4-1/2”, then 4” and so forth. Top mark indicates 1”. Move  
gauge wheel assemblies all the way to top of arms for 1” cutting height.  
If gauge wheels do not remain securely in place when handles are in  
closed (down) position, follow procedures outlined in Gauge Wheel Tension  
Adjustment section of this manual.  
.5” Spacers  
To adjust rear cutting height  
1. Park the unit on a flat surface, set the park brake and using the tractor’s  
hydraulic system lift mower deck off the ground. Shut off tractor engine  
and remove key from the igniton switch. Place 8” tall blocks under the  
rear of the deck.  
Fig. 3-12  
the deck pitch (angle from front to back of deck) being decreased. Addi-  
tional cutting height adjustments may be necessary if the Weight Control fea-  
ture is used consistently.  
NOTE: The deck must be in the raised position to release pressure from  
the lift chains  
Anti-scalp rollers  
Anti-scalp rollers are standard on Hustler Front Mount mower decks.  
These anti-scalp rollers are designed to minimize scalping when mowing on  
rough uneven terrain. Fig. 3-1  
WARNING: Stop engine. Remove ignition key before getting  
off machine.  
WARNING: Placing the blocks under the rear of the deck will  
help prevent injury in the event the deck is lowered suddenly  
by the accidental movement of the tractor’s tool bar lift control  
lever.  
After setting the cutting height, adjust the front anti-scalp roller so it  
extends below the mower deck but does not contact the ground. It can be set  
at either 3/4” or 1-3/4” 19.05mm to 44.45mm) below the cutting height. Fig.  
3-14  
The rear anti-scalp roller is not adjustable.  
2. Remove the clevis pin from the rear height adjusting yoke. Locate the  
appropriate hole in the yoke and in the rear height adjustment anchor and  
insert the clevis pin through both and secure in place. Fig. 3-9 & Fig. 3-  
13  
Mowing suggestions  
The following list is not all inclusive. Additional suggestions can be  
found in operation section of tractor manual.  
NOTE: Adjust the rear of the mower deck to match the front cutting  
height setting.  
3. Set the opposite side rear height adjustment using procedures in preced-  
ing steps.  
1. Keep blades sharp. Many professional mowing companies have addi-  
tional sets of blades and change blades twice a day: once in the morning  
and again at noon. Many problems with incorrect cutting patterns are  
due to dull blades or blades which have been sharpened incorrectly.  
Information on sharpening blades is listed in this manual’s maintenance  
section. In addition, most communities have individuals or companies  
which specialize in sharpening mower blades. Blade sharpness should  
be checked daily.  
IMPORTANT: Deck cutting height will be affected by the use of the 3500/  
3700 tractor’s Weight Control Valve. This allows the operator to transfer  
weight from the front gauge wheels to the front drive wheels to increase trac-  
tion. Using this feature will result in the cutting height being increased and  
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+.75”  
+.50”  
+.25”  
+0”  
Rear height  
adjustment anchor  
Mount hole  
Fig. 3-14  
throwing grass discharge onto unmowed area because grass is then  
mowed “twice”. Mowing twice puts an unnecessary load on tractor and  
reduces mowing efficiency.  
6”  
5”  
4” 3” 2” 1”  
Fig. 3-13  
4. Avoid sudden turns on wet turf. These can damage turf unnecessarily.  
5. Never raise the mower deck with the blades engaged to avoid small  
obstacles, drive over curbs and so forth. Disengage the PTO before rais-  
ing the deck, using the tractor’s tool bar lift control lever. See tractor  
owner’s manual for additional information.  
2. Use high blade speed. Your Hustler tractor and mower are designed to  
operate at full throttle. As explained in tractor manual, throttle setting  
directly controls blade speed. The highest blade speed generally gives  
best cut.  
3. Direct grass discharge to right, away from unmown area. Select a  
mowing pattern that directs grass discharge towards the outside, not  
towards center, of mowing area. Generally, this means using a pattern  
utilizing left turns because side discharge is to right. In any case, avoid  
6. Always check area to be mown for rocks and other debris before mow-  
ing and remove them from operator’s path.  
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MAINTENANCE  
V Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the mower deck  
Safe Servicing Practices  
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing  
objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.  
while the tractor engine is running or PTO is engaged. Mower blades  
cannot be seen and are located very close to the deck housing. Fingers  
and toes can be cut off instantly.  
V Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the tractor drive  
system, mower deck or any attachment while the tractor engine is run-  
ning or PTO is engaged. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine  
power should be performed by trained maintenance personnel only.  
V Never work under the machine or attachment unless it is safely sup-  
ported with jack stands. Make certain machine is secure when it is  
raised and placed on the jack stands. The jack stands should not allow  
the machine to move when the engine is running and the drive wheels  
are rotating. Use only certified jack stands. Use only appropriate  
jack stands, with a minimum weight rating of 2000 pounds to block  
the unit up. Use in pairs only. Follow the instructions supplied with  
the vehicle stands.  
V Do not touch hot parts of machine.  
V Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep  
equipment in good working condition.  
V Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regu-  
larly.  
V Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the  
discharge chute. Never clear the discharge chute with the engine run-  
ning. 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!  
V Grass collection system components are subject to wear, damage and  
deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be  
thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufac-  
turer’s recommended parts, when necessary.  
V Exercise caution when working under the deck as the mower blades  
are extremely sharp. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra  
caution when servicing them.  
V Use only genuine Hustler replacement parts to ensure that original  
standards are maintained.  
Service  
V Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine running when ser-  
vicing or making adjustments to tractor. Park the machine on level  
ground. Place park brake lever in the brake engaged position, place the  
PTO lever in the “OFF” position, lower deck, remove ignition switch  
key and disconnect negative battery cable before doing any mainte-  
nance. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or  
repairing. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be  
performed by trained maintenance personnel only. To prevent carbon  
monoxide poisoning, be sure proper ventilation is available when  
engine must be operated in an enclosed area. Read and observe safety  
warnings in front of manual.  
V Before working on or under the deck, make certain engine cannot be  
accidentally started. Shut engine off, remove ignition switch key and  
disconnect negative battery cable for maximum safety. Repairs or  
maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained  
maintenance personnel only.  
V Except when changing or checking belt, always keep belt covers on  
mower deck for safety as well as cleanliness.  
V Use a stick or similar instrument to clean under the mower deck mak-  
ing sure that no part of the body, especially arms and hands are under  
mower. It is advisable to pivot the deck up and lock in place before  
cleaning.  
V Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent fires by keep-  
ing the top of the deck, under deck covers, engine compartment,  
exhaust area, battery, hydraulic lines, fuel line, fuel tank and oper-  
ator’s station clean of accumulated trash, grass clippings, and  
other debris. Always clean up spilled fuel and oil.  
V Always wear adequate eye protection when servicing the hydraulic  
system and battery, or when grinding mower blades and removing  
accumulated debris.  
V Never run the engine in an enclosed area unless exhaust is vented to  
the outside. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide which is odorless  
and deadly poison.  
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Check or  
Maintain  
Item No.  
Description  
1
2
3
4
5
Blades (3) — sharp and securely fastened  
Tires — properly inflated  
Daily  
Daily  
Gearbox — sufficient lubrication*  
Discharge chute — securely in place  
Daily **  
Daily  
Clean clippings from under side of mower  
housing and under the deck covers. Clean  
more often when grass is moist  
Daily  
6
7
Proper tension on gauge wheel arms  
Gauge wheel bearings  
Every 150 hours  
Weekly or Every  
50 hours.  
8
9
Belt — proper tension, belt servicable  
Every 100 hours  
Every 100 hours  
PTO shaft (3) — Lubricate using all purpose  
lubricant. Do not force lubricant into grease  
zerks.  
10  
Spindle housings (3) — Lubricate using all  
purpose lubricant. Do not force lubricant into  
grease zerks.  
Annually or Every  
750 hours.  
* ISO VG 46  
** Check daily and change every 6 months.  
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1. Park the unit on a flat surface, raise mower deck and set the parking  
brake.  
2. Shut off engine and remove the ignition key.  
3. Pull out on the locking pins attached to the rear height adjusting chains.  
This allows the rear of the mower deck to move freely. Fig. 4-3  
4. Lift the front of the mower deck and pivot it until the holes in the deck  
and carrier arms are in alignment. Remove the locking pin from the stor-  
age hole and insert it thru the holes in the deck and carrier arm. Fig. 4-4  
and 4-5  
Introduction  
Regular maintenance is the best prevention for costly downtime or  
expensive, premature repair. The following pages contain suggested mainte-  
nance information and schedules which the operator should follow on a rou-  
tine basis. For more detailed information refer to the correct parts manual for  
your unit.  
Remain alert for unusual noises, they could be signaling a problem.  
Visually inspect the machine for any abnormal wear or damage. A good time  
to detect potential problems is while performing scheduled maintenance ser-  
vice. Correcting the problem as quickly as possible is the best insurance.  
Clear away heavy build-up of grease, oil and dirt, on top of the deck and  
under the deck areas especially under the deck guards.  
Daily inspect mower deck for grass clippings and wire and string tangles.  
The underside of the mower deck will collect a build-up of grass clippings  
and dirt, especially when grass is wet or has high moisture content. This  
build-up will harden, restricting blade and air movement and will probably  
show a poorer quality of cutting. Therefore it should be removed routinely.  
To do this it will be necessary to pivot the deck to the full up position and  
scrape the build-up from underneath. See Mower Deck Tilt Procedure sec-  
tion.  
WARNING: Until the deck is fully pivoted and locked in the  
tilted position with the locking pin, it will fall if accidental  
movement of the tractor’s tool bar lift control lever occurs.  
WARNING: The locking pin must be inserted thru both sides  
of the carrier arm to prevent the deck from falling.  
5. Lower the mower deck until the rear anti-scalp roller rests on the ground.  
Fig. 4-6  
6. When finished working on the underneath side of the deck, reverse the  
procedure and lock the deck in the mowing position before operating the  
unit.  
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 needed.  
Cleaning mower deck  
Description of operation  
The three mower blades are indirectly driven by the tractor engine:  
Power flows through the mechanical clutch, PTO drive shaft, right angle  
gearbox, and finally through a V-belt drive system. The V-belt drives three  
pulleys; each pulley is on top of a spindle housing assembly. The pulleys  
drive 1” spindle shafts which in turn drive the blades. A blade is affixed to  
each spindle shaft by a 5/8” bolt.  
DANGER: Before cleaning under mower, make sure the PTO  
Control Lever is in the “OFF” position. Raise the mower deck  
to highest position and engage parking brake lever. Turn off  
engine. Pin deck up in the tilted position using the locking pin.  
Lower the mower deck until the rear anti-scalp roller rests on  
the ground.  
The mower deck is connected to tractor by attaching the mower tool bar  
arms to the tractor tool bar with clevis pins and hairpins.  
Torque values  
WARNING: Particular attention must be given to tightening  
the blade spindle bolts. Failure to correctly torque these items  
may result in the loss of a blade, which can cause serious dam-  
age or personal injury.  
Plug  
Torque values are given below:  
Ft-lbs.  
Nm  
Spindle blade bolt (bottom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 . . . . . . . . .160.01  
Spindle pulley bolt (top) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75. . . . . . . . . .101.68  
Sight gauge  
For all other torques refer to the deck parts manuals for standard torque  
chart.  
Tires  
It is important for level mowing that the tires have the same amount of air  
pressure. The recommended pressure is:  
Front gauge wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12 psi (55-83 KPa)  
Figure 4-2  
Rear height adjusting chain  
Locking pins  
Solid fill tires are not recommended for Hustler turf equipment. On  
any machine, with solid filled tires, the warranty claim will be denied.  
Lubrication  
Check gearbox lubricant daily by looking at the sight gauge located on  
side of gearbox. It should appear half full. Fill as necessary with ISO VG46  
oil (Hustler P/N 601621). Fill by removing pipe plug located on top front of  
gearbox. Add oil until the sight ball floats off of the bottom. Fig. 4-2  
Spindle housing, under mower. Lubricate spindle housings annually or  
after every 750 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Use no more than  
one or two ounces of multi-purpose lubricant. Do not force lubricant into  
grease zerks. Bearings are sealed and do not require much lubrication.  
Mower deck tilt procedure  
The mower deck is designed to be raised and pinned in an upright posi-  
tion to allow easier access to the underneath side of the mower deck.  
Figure 4-3  
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Replace any blade which is bent, cracked or broken.  
Locking pin -  
Storage position  
WARNING: Never attempt to straighten a bent blade by heat-  
ing, or weld a cracked or broken blade as the blade may break  
and cause serious injury. Replace worn or damaged blades.  
DANGER: Never work with blades while engine is running or  
the PTO Control Lever is in the “ON” position. Always put  
PTO Control Lever in “OFF” position, engage parking brake  
and turn engine off. Pin mower up when you must work under  
it. Wear gloves when handling blades. Always check for  
blade damage if mower strikes rock, branch or other foreign  
object during mowing!  
WARNING: Always wear adequate eye protection when grind-  
ing mower blades.  
Mower blade removal  
Use a 15/16" wrench to remove the 5/8" cap screw holding the blade to  
the spindle shaft from underneath. NOTE: A blade holding tool (part num-  
ber 381442) is available from Hustler Turf Equipment. It is designed to pre-  
vent the blades from rotating when they are being removed or installed on the  
spindle. Contact your Hustler dealer for more information.  
Figure 4-4  
Locking pin -  
Deck locked position  
Sharpen the blades on a grinder following pattern as shown (Fig. 4-7).  
Touch-up sharpening can be done with a file.  
Check the blades for balance following grinding. A commercial balanc-  
ing tool is available through most hardware supply stores, or balancing can be  
done by placing the blade on an inverted line punch or 1/2" bolt. Blade  
should not lean or tilt. Spin the blade slowly, blade should not wobble. If  
blade is out of balance, true it up before reinstalling.  
Lay the blade on a flat surface and check for distortion (Fig. 4-8 and 4-9).  
Replace any distorted blade.  
Do not re-use spindle bolts which have stripped, worn or undercut  
threads. Torque spindle bolts to 118 ft-lbs. when reinstalling blades.  
IMPORTANT: When mounting blades, rotate them after installation to  
ensure blade tips do not touch each other or sides of the mower.  
Figure 4-5  
WARNING: Failure to correctly torque the bolt may result in  
the loss of the blade which can cause serious injury.  
Deck in tilted position  
WARNING: Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the  
blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing  
them.  
Belt maintenance & adjustment  
The blades in the mower are driven by a V-belt. Belt tension is main-  
tained by use of a spring loaded idler pulley. As belt stretches and wears in,  
additional tension may become necessary. To increase belt tension, move the  
spring chain one (or more) link(s) at the anchor bracket (Fig. 4-10). Installed  
spring length should be as shown in Fig. 4-11. When the belt is re-tensioned  
each chain link allows approximately .60" (15.2mm) of adjustment.  
IMPORTANT: Do not over tension the spring to compensate for a badly  
worn belt or pulley.  
Rear  
anti-scalp  
roller  
Belt should be visually inspected every 100 hours for wear and service-  
ability. To replace, relieve tension on idler pulley, remove old belt and install  
new belt following pattern indicated on maintenance illustration (Fig. 4-1).  
Following are some maintenance suggestions:  
Figure 4-6  
1. Maintaining proper belt tension gives more economical performance and  
longer belt life. Replacement belts may be seriously damaged if machine  
is operated before belts are properly adjusted.  
2. All V-belts stretch when new. Check belt tension after 1 to 3 hours of  
running when belts are new.  
3. For better belt life and service, keep belts properly adjusted at all times:  
• A loose belt may not slip noticeably, but at the same time it may be  
wearing belt and pulley groove excessively. (Sluggish performance is  
typical symptom of this problem.)  
WARNING: When possible clean under mower, using a stick  
or similar instrument making sure that no part of the body,  
especially arms and hands are under mower.  
Daily, inspect mower for grass clipping build-ups, wire and string tan-  
gles. Underside of mower housing will collect cut grass and dirt more rapidly  
on moist days. Check it frequently when grass is moist. Otherwise, clean  
under housing once a day for maximum efficiency.  
• If belt slips, excessive heat generated will shorten belt life.  
• More belts are ruined by lack of tension than by too much tension.  
4. A slight raveling of belt covering does not mean failure. Raveling should  
be cut off.  
Blade maintenance  
Check the mower blades daily, they are the key to power efficiency and  
well groomed turf. Keep them sharp, a dull blade will tear rather than cut the  
grass, leaving a brown ragged top on the grass within a few hours. A dull  
blade also requires more power from the engine.  
5. Never use belt dressings on V-belts.  
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Anchor  
bracket  
Chain  
Fig. 4-10  
Resharpening  
Pattern  
Do not sharpen to original pattern (below)  
It is easier to get a straight cutting edge following  
the resharpening pattern shown above.  
Spring Extension  
8.1 - 9.1”  
Fig. 4-11  
6. Keep oil and grease away from belts.  
7. When replacing belts, check pulley groove condition. A worn groove  
(notch in shoulder) will cause rapid belt failure. Replace pulley if  
groove is worn.  
8. Never pry belt over edge of pulley, this may cause fibers of belt to break.  
9. Sun and weather injure belts, unnecessary exposure to these elements  
should be avoided whenever possible.  
Original Edge  
Gauge wheel tension adjustment  
Gauge wheel arms are held in place against the gauge wheel arm mount  
by lock linkage and lock pin. Tension on arms is controlled by spring wash-  
ers. There are 15 washers on each arm: 14 are between the lock linkage and  
lock pin and 1 is a spare, placed in front of the lock linkage as shown in Fig.  
4-12.  
Figure 4-7  
NOTE: Seven of the spring washers are turned one way and the other  
seven are reversed. The concave part of the two sets of washers should face  
each other. This is what provides the tension. Fig. 7-13  
If gauge wheels do not stay firmly in place when handle is in down  
(closed) position:  
Warped Blade (Replace)  
Cutting  
Plane  
1. Relieve tension on lock pin and linkage by removing handle, lock link-  
age and lock pin from gauge wheel arm assembly.  
Straight Edge  
2. Remove cotter pin from lock pin and insert one or two spare washers  
between lock linkage and lock pin.  
Comparison of Warped and Straight Blades  
3. Reassemble gauge wheel arm by reversing above directions.  
NOTE: If more tension is needed, additional spring washers may be  
purchased from your Hustler Dealer.  
Fig. 4-8  
Set screw  
Handle  
Cutting Edge  
Lock pin  
Spare spring washer  
Twisted Blade Edge (Replace)  
Cutting Plane  
Cutting Edge  
Lock  
linkage  
Spring  
washers  
Cotter pin  
Straight Blade Edge  
End view of blades, comparing twisted and straightened blades.  
Handle pin  
Fig. 4-9  
Fig. 4-12  
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face one direction  
These spring washers  
face the other direction  
Fig. 4-13  
Tire care  
Visually inspect gauge wheel tires daily to ensure proper inflation.  
Gauge wheel tire inflation directly affects mower cutting height. Proper  
pressure is 8-12 psi.  
End of season storage  
Read and follow suggestions in tractor’s owner manual. As a minimum:  
1. Clean off dirt and debris.  
2. Check lubricant level in gearbox.  
3. Check for broken, worn parts and replace or repair as necessary.  
4. Touch up scrapes with spray paint and lubricate exposed metal to prevent  
rust and corrosion.  
5. Make sure tires are elevated off ground or floor. Do not deflate tires.  
6. Store mower in clean, dry area.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
The majority of operating problems that occur with a system can be traced  
lems are to be converted satisfactorily. A good rule to follow in locating trou-  
ble is to never make more than one adjustment at a time, then locate trouble  
by a process of elimination. Remember the cause is usually simple, rather  
than mysterious or complicated. Separate troubleshooting guides are  
included in engine and tractor owner’s manuals.  
Operators handling the same equipment every day soon develop a sense of  
impending trouble when abnormal operation occurs. Immediate attention to  
these danger signals can prevent major failures, ensure dependable operation  
and increase the life of equipment.  
to improper adjustments or delayed service. A consistently applied preven-  
tive maintenance program, as outlined in the maintenance section of this  
manuel, will prevent many problems. The following chart is designed to help  
you locate a problem by suggesting probable causes and recommended solu-  
tion(s).  
The suggested remedies should be applied with care. Make certain that the  
source of a problem is not located someplace other than where the problem  
exists. A thorough understanding of the system is a must if operating prob-  
SYMPTOMS  
PROBABLE CAUSES  
SUGGESTED REMEDIES  
Tractor is sluggish, veers in  
one direction, etc.  
Numerous  
Refer to tractor owner’s manual  
Uneven Grass Cut  
Tire inflation varies (tractor or deck)  
Gauge wheels incorrectly adjusted  
Blades vary in sharpness  
Check and adjust tire pressures.  
Check and correct gauge wheels  
Ensure all blades are properly sharpened  
Blades improperly installed after sharpening  
Rear height adjustment improperly adjusted  
Blades dull or too short  
Ensure blades are properly installed  
Check and correct rear height adjustment  
Check blade sharpness and length  
Mower leaving skip between  
blades  
Deck belt shows excessive  
wear  
Deck belt too loose  
Deck belt too loose  
Tighten belt  
Tighten belt  
Smoke in mower deck (espe-  
cially while cutting in heavy  
grass)  
Blades not turning  
Deck belt broke or too loose  
Check belt  
PTO lever in “OFF” position or shaft improperly  
connected.  
Check PTO lever, PTO switch wiring and shaft con-  
nections  
Deck is in raised position, PTO automatically dis-  
engaged  
Lower deck and reengage PTO drive  
Excessive noise  
Blades not tight  
Tighten blades  
Blades touching sides or each other  
Spindle assemblies loose  
Beginning of spindle bearing failure  
Damaged deck housing  
Engine or tractor noise  
Belt loose  
Check blade clearance  
Tighten bolts on assembly  
Replace spindle bearings  
Remove dents, etc.  
See engine and tractor manual  
Tighten belt  
One blade cutting smoother  
than other blades  
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INDEX  
PAGE  
PAGE  
Mowing suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4  
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1  
Parts and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1  
Safe Operating Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1  
Safe Servicing Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1  
Safety and Instruction Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2  
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1  
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3  
To the new owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1  
Torque values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3  
Using a ramp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1  
Using this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1  
Warranty registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1  
Anti-scalp rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4  
Attaching mower deck to tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2  
Belt maintenance & adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
Blade maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
Cleaning mower deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3  
Cutting height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3  
Gauge wheel tension adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3  
Leveling mower deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2  
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3  
Model and serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1  
Mower blade removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
Mower deck tilt procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3  
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