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WEEKLY MONTHLY ANNUALLY OR
SERVICE AT OR 50 OR 100 500
INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS HOURS HOURS
Verify safety start interlock system Daily
Visually inspect unit for loose
hardware and/or damaged parts Daily
Visually inspect tires Daily
Check oil level, engine (1) Daily or every 4 hrs.
Clean air intake screen (5) Daily or every 4 hrs.
Clean oil heat exchanger (5) Daily or every 4 hrs.
Check fuel level Daily
Blades - sharpen & securely fastened Daily
Discharge chute - securely in place &
in lowest position Daily
Clean engine and pump compartments Daily
Replace air cleaner paper element (5) As needed
Grease deck pusher arms x
Grease pump idler x
Grease deck height pivots x
Grease gauge wheel bearings x
Change engine oil & filter (1) (4) x
Clean cylinder and head fins (a) x
Check battery connections x
Check tire pressure with a gauge x
Check hydraulic oil level x
Clean engine exterior (a) x
Clean and regap spark plugs (a) x
Check pump and deck belt tension
& condition (6) x
Check fuel and hydraulic lines (7) x
Check fuel valve and grommet (7) x
Tighten lug nuts on wheels (2) x
Change fuel filter x
Clean or replace hydraulic fill cap x
Change hydraulic filter and oil (3) x
Replace spark plugs x
Hustler Mini Z/Super Mini Z Maintenance Schedule
Refer to Fig. 4-13
NOTES:
1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation. Thereafter,
change oil after every 40 hours operation. Change more often
under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather periods.
2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3. Perform initial hydraulic filter change after 50 hours (one week)
of operation.
4. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s
recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for
recommendations and other maintenance items.
5. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions. Use caution
when servicing to prevent dust contamination in the engine.
Do not clean filter element. Replace with a new one.
6. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 100 hours and replace
if worn or cracking is noticed. Otherwise, replace every 400
hours or 2 years whichever comes first.
7. Check fuel line hoses, fuel valve and grommet for any cracks
or leaks.
REFERENCES:
a —Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (500 hours), repeat cycle.
WEEKLY MONTHLY ANNUALLY OR
SERVICE AT OR 50 OR 100 500
INTERVALS INDICATED HOURS HOURS HOURS
Verify safety start interlock system Daily
Check coolant level Daily
Visually inspect unit for loose
hardware and/or damaged parts Daily
Visually inspect tires Daily
Check oil level, engine (1) Daily or every 4 hrs.
Clean air intake screen (5) Daily or every 4 hrs.
Clean oil heat exchanger (5) Daily or every 4 hrs.
Check radiator screen (5) Daily or every 4 hrs.
Check fuel level Daily
Blades - sharpen & securely fastened Daily
Discharge chute - securely in place &
in lowest position Daily
Clean engine and pump compartment Daily
Replace air cleaner paper element (5) As needed
Grease deck idler x
Grease deck pusher arms x
Grease pump idler x
Grease deck height pivots x
Grease gauge wheel bearings x
Change engine oil & filter (1) (4) x
Clean cylinder and head fins (a) x
Check battery connections x
Check tire pressure with a gauge x
Check hydraulic oil level x
Clean engine exterior (a) x
Clean and regap spark plugs (a) x
Check pump and deck belt tension
& condition (6) x
Check fuel and hydraulic lines (7) x
Check fuel valve and grommet (7) x
Tighten lug nuts on wheels (2) x
Change fuel filter x
Clean or replace hydraulic fill cap x
Change hydraulic filter and oil (3) x
Grease deck spindle housings x
Replace spark plugs x
Drain & replace engine coolant x
Clean radiator core (9) x
Hustler Z/Super Z/Hustler ATZ
Maintenance Schedule
Refer to Fig. 4-14, 4-15, 4-16 & Fig. 4-17
NOTES:
1. Initial oil change is after 5 hours of operation. Thereafter,
change oil after every 40 hours operation. Change more often
under dusty or dirty conditions and during hot weather periods.
2. Torque initially and after first 2 hours of operation.
3. Perform initial hydraulic filter change after 50 hours (one week)
of operation.
4. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s
recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for
recommendations and other maintenance items.
5. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions. Use caution
when servicing to prevent dust contamination in the engine.
Do not clean filter element. Replace with a new one.
6. Pump drive belt only - Inspect every 100 hours and replace
if worn or cracking is noticed. Otherwise, replace every 400
hours or 2 years whichever comes first.
7. Check fuel line hoses, fuel valve and grommet for any cracks
or leaks.
REFERENCES:
a —Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
NOTE: After completing maintenance cycle (500 hours), repeat cycle.
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