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to allow air to pass.
The mowing conditions will determine the frequency of air
filter ele
ment changing.
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 manufacturer. Special attention should be paid to
applicable data which will not be duplicated here.
Carbon Canister
Some Hustler
®
X-ONE i mowers will have a carbon canister
incorporated into the fuel system. Figure 4-13
This is a mandatory feature that is required on all mowers
using
gasoline engines that are put into operation in California.
These canisters should be replaced every
5 years or if they
become damaged.
Fuel Evaporation System Filter
Some Hustler
®
X-ONE i mowers have a fuel evaporation
system filter. This filter must be checked and replaced every 500
hours or annually whichever comes first. Figure 4-8 & Figure 4-
9
Belts
Inspect belts frequently for wear and serviceability. Replace a
belt that shows signs of severe cuts, tears, separation, weather
checking and cracking, or 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
th
e fibers of the belt covering.
Keep oil and grease away from belts, and never use belt
dressi
ngs. Any of these will destroy the belt composition in a
very short time.
Mower Blade Maintenance
Check the mower blades daily, they are the key to power
efficiency and well groomed turf. Keep the blades sharp. A dull
blade will tear rather than cut the grass, leaving a brown ragged
top on the grass within a few hours. A dull blade also requires
more power from the engine.
Figure 4-8
Carbon
canister
Fuel evaporation
system filter
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 con-
trol levers in the park brake position immediately.
Inspect the machine and involve your Hustler
®
Dealer
to resolve the problem before continuing to operate.
Fuel evaporation
system filter