Hustler Turf M-1 User Manual

108548_1208 4-3Assembly NOTE: This mower is to be set up in one of two modes, either catcher mode or mulching mode.A. Parts ListListed below are parts

4-4 108548_1208WARNING: Mower blades are sharp and can cut.Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra cautionwhen servicing them.1. Attach the lo

108548_1208 4-54. Attach the recoil starter  to the mower. Remove thethree existing cap screws on the cover. Align recoilstarter so that the draw cor

4-6 108548_1208adjust the cutting height of the deck to a suitable setting. It maybe necessary to make more than one pass to properly cut a lawn. 1. T

108548_1208 4-7 NOTE: Illustrations may differ from the actual machine you have purchased.Name DescriptionA.Upper handle Grab this handle when usin

4-8 108548_1208OperationWARNING: Before inspection, stop the engine andremove the spark plug wire from the spark plug.A. Preparation and inspection1.

108548_1208 4-9NOTE: Make sure that the blade lever and the driveclutch lever are disengaged before starting the engine.WARNING: Make sure there is no

4-10 108548_12086. Adjust the mowing speed with the gearshift lever.Fig. 4-28NOTE: Adjust the mowing speed according to theconditions of the mowing a

108548_1208 4-11WARNING: Stop the engine and remove the sparkplug wire before loading the mower onto a truck ortrailer.WARNING: Do not leave nor tran

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108548_1208 1-1GENERAL INFORMATIONThis manual applies to the following Hustler equipmentlines:M-1 WalkBehindTo the new ownerThe purpose of this manual

108548_1208 5-1MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTSSafe Servicing PracticesThis product is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing objects. Always

5-2 108548_1208Torque valuesWARNING: Particular attention must be given totightening the blade bolts. Failure to correctly torquethese may result in

108548_1208 5-35. Fill engine with the proper oil and quantity per the enginemanufacturer’s recommendation.Engine air filterPerform engine air filter

5-4 108548_1208Throttle lever adjustmentAdjust the throttle lever so that when it is placed in the“CHOKE” position the engine choke is engaged. Fig. 5

108548_1208 5-5Gearshift leverAdjust the gearshift lever to .04” - .51” (1 - 3 mm) as shownin Fig. 5-11.1. If adjustment is necessary, adjust by turni

5-6 108548_1208NOTES:1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation.Thereafter, change oil after every 40 hours operation.Change more often under

108548_1208 5-7STORAGEWhen storing the unit at the the end of the mowing season, thefollowing steps should be taken to ensure readiness for the nextmo

108548_1208 6-1Parts ManualGeneral Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2Standard Torques . . . .

6-2 108548_1208General InformationThis Manual covers the Hustler M-1 model 929208.Frequently Ordered PartsSee your Hustler dealer for serviceable engi

108548_1208 6-3Standard TorquesThe following chart lists the standard torque values for the threaded fasteners found in this manual. Torque all cap sc

1-2 108548_1208 IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4

6-4 108548_1208Mower Deck Assembly7244222204317332337436357393837137710141211373873937344073642414229282732317308972125181716194454346384052615See “Co

108548_1208 6-5Mower Deck AssyITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION1 51043-151-107 1 HOUSING 2 36068-204 1 GUARD3 51090-117-09 2 PROTECTOR4 342L-06

6-6 108548_1208Wheel Breakdown381227305121132912138302829252615212041333744464522174730414631639424240414643374717224353643417162245212024313212441716

108548_1208 6-7Wheel BreakdownITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION1 71041-144 2 WHEEL ASSEMBLY (INCLUDES ITEMS 2–4)2 91086-116 2 TIRE3 NSS 2 WHEEL

6-8 108548_1208Brake Assembly1341538111681817212295714106

108548_1208 6-9Brake AssemblyNOTES:ITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION1 71067-106 1 BRAKE ASSEMBLY2 19512-883-000 2 FAN COLLAR3 72600-VA4-010 1 H

6-10 108548_1208Cover Unit354186141613910215711128

108548_1208 6-11Cover UnitNOTES:ITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION1 11006-166 1 STAY C.P.2 36080-154 1 RUBBER SHEET3 11113-420 1 STAY4 613L-0800

6-12 108548_1208Gear Case35378435453936931242516384418106202319174234143132331173029282726212215464041124613253

108548_1208 6-13Gear CaseITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION1 71008-377 1 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY2 51001-195 1 GEAR CASE3 51001-196 1 GEAR CASE4 61002

109627_1208 2-3HUSTLER M-1 (21”) WALK BEHIND MOWERHUSTLER TURF COMMERCIAL PRODUCTONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYWHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTYHustler Turf

6-14 108548_1208Mulch Kit121043 7 861

108548_1208 6-15Mulch KitNOTES:ITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION1 31044-134 1 PLUG2 71906-460 1 MULCH BLADE SET (NOT SHOWN; INCLUDES ITEMS 3 &a

6-16 108548_1208Handle, Levers & Catcher System829523504816491115125534761710891320211817232425262751523634454047464441384138133404243434039424023

108548_1208 6-17Handle, Levers & Catcher SystemNOTES:ITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTIONITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION1 51027-268-1

6-18 108548_1208DecalsLEFT SIDE312RIGHT SIDE3FRONT4

108548_1208 6-19DecalsNOTES:ITEM NO.SERVICE PART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION1 601956 1 M-1 SAFE OPERATION DECAL2 601949 1 M-1 DANGER DECAL3 601957 2 M-1 DECK

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2-4 109627_1208●Loss of use of Hustler Turf Equipment or any asso-ciated equipment● Cost of capital● Cost of any substitute equipment, facilities, ser

i-4 108548_1208INDEXPAGE PAGE94401-16150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5, 6-9Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

108548_1208 3-1SAFETY PRECAUTIONSThis safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a messageintended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONALSAF

3-2 108548_1208WARNING:Fire!Read owner’s manual before operating• Do not smoke while refueling.• Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill with engine r

108548_1208 4-1OPERATIONSafe Operating PracticesThis product is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing objects. Always follow all safety in

4-2 108548_1208Slope OperationSlopes are a major factor in slip and fall accidents, whichcan result in severe injury or death. All slopes require ext