HUSTLER Raptor User Manual

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3. Position a suitable oil drain container under the
machine below the end of the oil drain hose.
4. Twist the cap on the end of the hose and pull the cap
open to allow the oil to drain. Allow 10 minutes for
engine oil to adequately drain. Figure 4-9
5. After the oil is drained, place the cap back on the end
of the hose and close it by turning it clockwise.
6. Clip the oil drain hose onto the engine bracket.
7. Once the cap is closed and the hose is clipped to the
engine bracket, clean up any spilled oil.
IMPORTANT: All oil drips or spills must be cleaned off
of the engine plate and exhaust system before
operating the machine.
Engine Air Filter
Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Maintenance
Schedule shown elsewhere in this manual.
General Engine Maintenance
Detailed instructions and 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
recommendations, bolt torques, etc. The engine warranty is
backed by the engine manufacturer. Special attention should
be paid to applicable data which will not be duplicated here.
Belts
Inspect belts frequently for wear and serviceability.
Replace a belt that shows signs of:
• severe cuts
• tears
• separation
• weather checking
• cracking
• burns caused by slipping.
Slight raveling of belt covering does not indicate failure,
trim ravelings with a sharp knife.
Inspect the belt pulley grooves and flanges for wear. A new
belt, or one in good condition, should never run against the
bottom of the groove. Replace the pulley when this is the
case, otherwise the belt will lose power and slip excessively.
Never pry a belt to get it on a pulley as this will cut or
damage the fibers of the belt covering.
Keep oil and grease away from belts, and never use belt
dressings. Any of these will destroy the belt composition in a
very short time.
Mower Blades
Mower Blade Maintenance
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Safety section of this manual for
blade handling safety information.
Kohler engines
A. Oil drain hose B. Oil drain valve
Figure 4-8
A
B
Briggs & Stratton engines
A. Oil drain hose
B. Engine bracket
C. Hose cap
Figure 4-9
If the pump belt fails, loss of control will occur
especially when operating on a slope. 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
Hustler
®
Dealer to resolve the problem before
continuing to operate.
A
B
C
WARNING

HUSTLER Raptor Specifications

General

Brand	HUSTLER
Model	Raptor
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English