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OPERATION
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.
IMPORTANT: Any maintenance operation that requires the
removal of safety covers must be performed by a trained service
technician.
Operation
V Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and
attachments are needed to properly and safely perform
the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved
by the manufacturer.
V Never leave a running machine unattended. Park the
machine on level ground. Always disengage deck clutch,
place H-bar steering in neutral, move neutral lock/park
brake lever to the park brake position, stop engine, and
remove ignition key when leaving the unit. Wait for
engine and all moving parts to come to a complete stop
before leaving the machine for any reason including emp-
tying the catcher or unclogging the discharge chute.
V If you lose steering control while operating the
machine, place the neutral lock/park brake lever in
the park brake position immediately. Inspect the
machine and involve your Hustler dealer to resolve
the problem before continuing to operate.
V Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may
increase the hazard of personal injury.
V Always keep safety shields and covers in place.
V Always maintain a safe distance from people and pets
when mowing. Always stop machine if someone enters
the area.
V Always operate machine in daylight or with adequate
working lights.
V Follow daily and weekly checklists, making sure hoses
are tightly secured and bolts are tightened.
V Always observe traffic laws while driving machine from
one location to another. Watch for traffic when operating
near or crossing roadways.
V Always keep engine and machine clean, removing accu-
mulated dirt, trash and other material from machine.
Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool
before storing.
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 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 Always wear adequate ear protection, such as earplugs,
when operating this equipment as prolonged exposure to
uncomfortable or loud noises can cause impairment or
loss of hearing. Do not wear radios or music headphones
while operating the machinery. Safe operation requires
your full attention.
V Do not operate the equipment while wearing sandals, ten-
nis shoes, sneakers, shorts or any type of loose fitting
clothing. Do not use a towel as a headband or neck wrap
and do not hang towel from the waist. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
Always wear long pants, safety glasses, ear protection
and safety shoes when operating this machine.
V Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating the mower.
V Always inspect machine for damage after striking a for-
eign object. If damage is found, take it to your Hustler
dealer. Be sure to stop on level ground, disengage deck
clutch, place H-bar steering in neutral, place the neutral
lock/park brake lever in the park brake position, stop
engine, and remove ignition key when leaving the unit.
Wait for engine and all moving parts to come to a com-
plete stop before leaving the machine for any reason.
V Always be aware of what is behind the machine before
backing up.
V Never rotate forward suddenly on H-bar handle while the
machine is in rearward motion.
V When traveling in reverse, rotate handle forward gently
and avoid sudden movement. Rapid movement of the
handle in either direction could result in a reaction of the
tractor that can cause serious injury.
V Never operate a poorly maintained machine.
V Never attempt high speed maneuvering, especially in
crowded or congested areas.
V Never allow persons to operate this machine without
proper instruction or allow children to operate machine.
Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with
these instructions to operate this machine.
V Never put hands or feet under any part of the machine
while it is running.
V Never carry passengers. They can be stuck by foreign
objects or fall off machine and be seriously injured. They
can interfere with the safe operation of the machine.
V Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Mate-
rial may ricochet back toward the operator. Always dis-
engage the blades and wait for them to stop before
crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Do not operate the
mower without either the entire mulching system or the
entire grass collection system in place.
V Always disengage the blades and wait for them to stop
before crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
V Always keep clear of the mower blades during their oper-
ation.
V Slow down before turning.
V Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or
unclogging the discharge chute. Never clear the discharge
chute with the engine running. Turn off the engine and be
sure the blades have stopped before cleaning. Disconnect
the spark plug wires from the spark plugs before clean-
ing, being careful not to touch the hot engine or muffler.
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