HUSTLER FasTrak 926501 User Manual

365270 Rev. 9/03
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. General Information.............................................................Sect. 1
2. Safety Precautions................................................................Sect. 2
3. Operation..............................................................................Sect. 3
4. Maintenance .........................................................................Sect. 4
5. Adjustments .........................................................................Sect. 5
6. Troubleshooting ...................................................................Sect. 6
7. Storage
Product Literature ................................................................Sect. 7
8. Frequently Ordered Parts
Technical Specifications.......................................................Sect. 8
9. Index.....................................................................................Sect. 9
IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442
to use or operate this engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar
laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied for information regarding the U.S. Enviromental Protection Agency (EPA) and the
California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance and warranty.
Keep this Engine Owner’s Manual with your unit. Should the Engine Owner’s Manual become damaged or illegible, replace
immediately. Replacements may be order per the information found in the Product Information section of this manual.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING:

HUSTLER FasTrak 926501 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	726cc
Transmission	Hydro-Gear ZT-2800
Deck Material	Fabricated Steel
Cutting Width	54 in
Cutting Height	1.5 - 4.5 in
Engine Power	6.75 HP

Summary

WARRANTY INFORMATION

What is covered by warranty

Outlines the scope of coverage for residential and commercial use, including specific components.

Owner's responsibilities

Details user duties regarding maintenance, operation, and registration for warranty validation.

What is not covered by warranty

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Understanding safety terms

Explains DANGER, WARNING, IMPORTANT, and NOTE for hazard identification.

Operator qualifications and training

General safe operating practices

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the equipment.

OPERATING HAZARDS AND SERVICE

Slope operation safety

Details precautions and risks associated with mowing on slopes.

Child safety guidelines

Emphasizes preventing child access and interaction with the machine.

SAFETY DECALS

Battery acid safety warnings

Highlights hazards related to battery acid and charging.

Fuel handling and storage warnings

Provides crucial safety instructions for gasoline.

Blade and shield safety

Warns about hazards from whirling blades and the importance of shields.

SAFETY SYSTEMS AND ENGINE STARTING

Safety start interlock system

Details the function and testing of the safety interlock system.

Engine starting procedures

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely starting the engine.

DRIVING AND OPERATING GUIDELINES

Safe tractor driving techniques

Covers control lever operation for steering, speed, and braking.

Operating suggestions and safety

MOWER DECK OPERATION

Blade maintenance and sharpness

Emphasizes blade care for cutting quality and engine efficiency.

Deck adjustment and safety

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Service interval checklist

Lists recommended maintenance tasks at various intervals.

SYSTEM SAFETY AND INFORMATION

Battery safety and handling

Covers battery acid, charging, terminal, and cable safety.

WIRING SCHEMATIC 1

926501, 926519, 926592 wiring diagram

WIRING SCHEMATIC 2

926600, 926774 wiring diagram

WIRING SCHEMATIC 3

926527 wiring diagram

TRANSMISSION SERVICE AND FUEL SAFETY

Transmission filter replacement

Fuel handling precautions

Reinforces critical safety measures for refueling.

FUEL SYSTEM

Fueling procedures and safety

Explains safe refueling practices and fuel tank capacity.

Fuel filter and shut-off valve service

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Engine oil and filter service

Covers checking oil levels, changing oil, and replacing the filter.

Air filter and belt inspection

BELT REPLACEMENT

Deck belt replacement procedure

Pump drive belt replacement

MOWER BLADE MAINTENANCE

Blade sharpness and safety

Emphasizes blade condition and safety during handling and removal.

Blade removal and sharpening

Details the process for removing, sharpening, balancing, and checking blades.

ADJUSTMENTS INTRODUCTION AND TORQUE

Adjustment safety and guidelines

Torque value specifications

DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE

Front deck leveling steps

Rear deck leveling steps

DECK HEIGHT AND ANTI-SCALP ADJUSTMENTS

Deck cutting height adjustment

Anti-scalp wheel adjustment

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Starting and engine running issues

Addresses common problems with starting the engine and keeping it running.

Power, vibration, and cutting issues

Blade and steering problems

STORAGE AND SEASONAL PREPARATION

Unit storage preparation

Engine preparation for storage

New season preparation checklist