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GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual applies to the following Hustler
®
equipment
lines:
Hustler
®
Zeon
To the new owner
The purpose of this manual is to assist owners and operators
in maintaining and operating the Hustler
®
Zeon mower. Please
read it carefully; information and instructions furnished can help
you achieve years of dependable performance.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the
operators and mechanics read and understand this manual and
all decals before operating this machine. It is also the owner’s
responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics
are qualified and physically able individuals, properly trained in
the operation of this equipment. All operator and mechanics
must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls and safety signs.
Never let children or untrained people operate or service the
equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
IMPORTANT: For more detailed maintenance and adjust-
ment information refer to the proper parts manual for your
machine. Refer to the Product Literature section of this manual
for ordering information.
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or
injuries occurring to themselves, other people or property.
Using this manual
General operation, adjustment and maintenance guidance is
outlined for both the experienced and novice Hustler
®
user.
Operating conditions vary considerably and cannot all be
addressed individually. Through experience, however, operators
should find no difficulty in developing good operating skills
suitable to most conditions.
Directions used in this manual, for example RIGHT or LEFT,
refer to directions when seated on the mower facing forward,
unless otherwise stated.
Photographs and illustrations used were current at the time of
printing, but subsequent production changes may cause your
machine to vary slightly in detail. Hustler
®
Turf Equipment
reserves the right to redesign and change the machine as deemed
necessary, without notification. If a change has been made to
your machine which is not reflected in this owner’s manual, or
the parts manual, see your Hustler
®
dealer for current
information and parts.
Warranty registration
The Dealer must register the unit on-line at
www.Hustlerdealer.com or by filling out the Warranty
registration form, provided in the owner’s packet, to validate
your warranty protection. As the new equipment owner, you are
expected to see that this is done at the time of delivery.
If using the Warranty registration form it MUST be completed
and signed by the authorized dealer and original purchaser.
Be sure to register the mower plus each attachment that
displays a model and serial identification number plate with
Hustler
®
Turf Equipment.
IMPORTANT: Any unauthorized modification, alteration,
or use of non-approved attachments voids the warranty and
releases Hustler
®
Turf Equipment from any liability arising
from subsequent use of this equipment.
Model and serial number
Mower model number and serial number are found on the
serial identification plate, located on the right side of the height
adjusting plate.
These numbers are required on the Warranty Registration
form. They will also assure you of the correct service parts when
replacement becomes necessary.
Parts and service
Use original Hustler
®
replacement parts only. These parts are
available through your local Hustler
®
dealer. To obtain prompt,
efficient service, always provide the following information
when ordering parts:
1. Correct part description.
2. Correct model number.
3. Correct serial number.
All warranty repair and service must be handled through an
authorized Hustler
®
dealer. Arrangements should be made
through your local service center.