111251CE_1109 4-3
The hydraulic expansion tank is located behind the left rear
corner of the engine. Fig. 4-1
Check oil level in hydraulic system after every 50 hours of
operation or weekly, whichever occurs first. Check more often if
system appears to be leaking or otherwise malfunctioning.
Fluid level should be at the “Full Cold” line on the expansion
tank. Use only SAE 20W50 SL service motor oil.
Initial system oil and filter change must be after the first 75
hours of use or 1 year whichever comes first. Thereafter, replace
filter and oil in each transaxle every 2 years or 200 hours,
whichever comes first. NOTE: The filter guard must be
removed to access filter.
Each transaxle’s filter is located per Fig. 4-2. A standard oil
filter wrench is used to change filter, threads are right handed.
Use a Hustler approved filter element only.
IMPORTANT: Purging procedures must be followed after
changing the oil and filter. Refer to Parts Manual (Hustler P/N
111252ce or 111334ce) for more detailed oil changing and purg-
ing information.
WARNING: When washing the mower, direct the
spray away (especially if using a power washer) from
the Hydro-Gear ZT transaxle’s seals to prevent water
intrusion and to ensure component performance.
Fuel system
DANGER: To avoid personal injury or property
damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors
are explosive.
DANGER: Observe usual fuel handling precautions:
• Do not smoke while refueling. Extinguish all ciga-
rettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
• Do not remove fuel cap or fill tank with engine run-
ning or while engine is hot. Clean up any gasoline
spills.
• Allow engine to cool before storing machine inside
a building.
• Keep fuel away from open flame or spark and store
machine away from open flame or spark or pilot
light such as on a water heater or other appliances.
• Use extreme care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and vapors are
explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can
burn you and others and can damage property.
• Refuel outdoors. Never refuel or drain the fuel from
the machine indoors.
• Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong
odor of gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct
cause.
• Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it
out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a
30 day supply of gasoline.
• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on
a truck or trailer bed with interior carpets or plastic
truck bed liners. Always place gasoline containers
on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• When practical, remove gas-powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment
with its wheels on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment on the truck or trailer
using a portable container and not a gasoline dis-
penser nozzle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must
be used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of
the fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device.
• Never use gasoline for cleaning parts.
• Read and observe safety precautions elsewhere in
this manual.
WARNING: Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swal-
lowed.
Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious
injury and illness.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or fuel con-
tainer opening.
Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-
ately.
The 18.9 liter fuel tank is located behind the engine. Fig. 4-3
Fig. 4-1
Fig. 4-2
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