REV D 4-8 114510
NOTES:
1. Initial engine oil change is after 5 hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil after every 50 hours operation. Change more often under dusty or
dirty conditions and during hot weather periods. Hustler
®
Motor Oil is recommended.
2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for recommendations and other
maintenance items.
4. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions.
5. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 6 months or 100 hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed. Otherwise, replace every 200 hours or 2
years whichever comes first. Refer to Cold weather pump clutch section for tensioning information.
6. Check fuel system for any crack or leaks including, but not limited to, fuel line hoses, fuel valve, vent line hoses, vent valve, vapor valve, carbon
canister, and grommets. Repair as needed.
7. Initial hydraulic 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. Hustler
®
100% Synthetic 20W50 Hydrostatic Transmission Oil is
recommended.
8. More often under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather.
9. Refer to engine owner’s manual for engine service information.
* After completing maintenance cycle (300 hours), repeat cycle.
Maintenance Schedule
Figure 4-13, Figure 4-14, Figure 4-15, Figure 4-16, & Figure 4-17
SERVICE AT
INTERVALS INDICATED
WEEKLY
OR 50
HOURS
MONTHLY
OR 100
HOURS
* ANNUALLY
OR 300
HOURS
Verify safety start interlock system Prior to each use
Visually inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts Prior to each use
Visually inspect tires Prior to each use
Check oil level, engine (1) Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Clean air intake screen (4) Prior to each use or every 4 hours
Check fuel level Prior to each use
Blades - sharpen & securely fastened Prior to each use
Discharge chute - securely in place & in lowest position Prior to each use
Clean engine and transaxle compartment Daily
Replace engine air cleaner element (4)(9) As needed
Change transaxle oil & filter (7) Every 200 hours or 2 years
Grease deck height pivots X
Grease front wheel bearings X
Change engine oil & filter (1)(3) X
Clean cylinder & head fins (9) X
Check battery connections X
Check tire pressure with a gauge X
Check hydraulic oil level X
Clean engine exterior (9) X
Clean & regap spark plugs (9) X
Check pump & deck belt tension and condition (5) X
Check fuel system (6) X
Check fuel tank grommet (6) X
Check hydraulic lines X
Tighten lug nuts on wheels (2) X
Change fuel filter (6) X
Replace spark plugs (9) X
Replace fuel evaporation system filter (8) X