Hustler Turf FasTrak Super Duty 36 - Manual (Page 18)

Cutting more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse or it is the
end of the mowing season.
Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass growing straight and
better dispersion of the clippings.
Remember, grass grows at different rates at different time of the
year. Mow more often in the early spring to maintain the same cutting
height. As the growth rate slows in mid summer, mow less frequently. If
you cannot mow at a regular interval, mow at a high cutting height; then
mow again two days later at a lower cutting height.
Raise the cutting height of the mower if the cutting width of the
mower is wider than the previous mower. This ensures that uneven turf is
not cut too short.
Raise the cutting height of the mower if the grass if slightly taller
than normal or if it contains a high degree of moisture. Then mow it again
with the cutting height set lower.
If the machine’s forward motion must be stopped while mowing, a
clump of grass clippings may drop onto your lawn. To avoid this, move
onto a previously cut area with the blades engaged.
WARNING: Never direct discharge of material from mower
deck towards bystanders. Do not operate the mower without
either the discharge chute or the entire grass collection
system in place. Fig. 3-7
Mower deck operation
DANGER: Never attempt to make any adjustments to the
mower deck while the engine is running or with the deck
drive clutch engaged. Mower blades cannot be seen and are
located very close to deck housing. Fingers and toes can be
cut off instantly.
With the engine running, engage the deck clutch switch (Fig. 3-1) and
advance engine throttle to full rpm.
NOTE: Engaging the deck clutch at high engine rpm or when under
heavy load (in tall grass for example) can cause belts and/or electric clutch
to slip, resulting in premature wear or possible damage.
Deck cutting height adjustment
Deck height is adjustable from 1” - 5” (2.54 CM - 12.7 CM ) in 1/4” (.64
CM ) increments. The holes in the height adjusting bar are spaced at 1/2”
(1.27 CM ) intervals. By turning the height adjusting stop around, 1/4” (.64
CM ) increments can be attained due to the 1/4” (.64 CM ) plate that is part of
the stop. Fig. 3-9
EXAMPLE: When the height adjusting stop is placed in the 1” (2.54
CM ) hole, with the 1/4” (.64 CM ) plate facing to the front of the unit, the
cutting height is at 1” (2.54 CM ). When the height adjusting stop is placed
in the 1” (2.54 CM ) hole, with the 1/4” (.64 CM ) plate on the operator’s
side of the hole, the cutting height is at 1-1/4” (3.18 CM ).
The notch located at the rear of the height adjusting bar is to be used
when the deck is placed in the transport mode.
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Figure 3-9
Height
adjusting
stop
Stop
handle
Figure 3-10
Adjusting
holes
Anti-scalp
wheel
Anti-scalp wheels
Anti-scalp wheel kits are standard on Hustler Mini Z 36/42 and FasTrak
Super Duty 36/42 units. These anti-scalp wheels are designed to
minimize scalping when mowing on rough uneven terrain.
After setting the cutting height, adjust the anti-scalp wheels so they
extend below the deck but do not contact the ground. They should
always be at least 1/4” to 3/4” (6.35
MM to 19.05 MM ) below the deck. With
the unit sitting on a flat level surface, the wheel position can be adjusted up
or down as needed from 3/4” to 1-3/4” (19.05
MM to 44.45 MM ) below the
blade surface. Move the wheels up or down, in 1/2” (12.70 MM ) increments,
using the different axle mount holes in the wheel mount bracket. Fig. 3-10
When adjusting the rear anti-scalp wheels, the wheel should be in the
same axle mount hole as the front anti-scalp wheels.