THROTTLE SPEED WHEN CUTTING GRASS....

loomster2000

loomster2000

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Hi,

I just recently purchased a Hustler X-One i. I was wondering where you guys set the throttle on your Hustlers when you're mowing the grass. Do you set it around 3/4 or do you open it up all the way?

Thanks!

- Van L.
 
These mowers are designed to run a WOT. Lower revs mean slower blade tip speed for one, but also to drive the hydros, cooling etc.
 
I normally run my x1i WO, but have on occasion ran it a little less. It is my understanding that the mfg. recommends WO during mowing. So how are you liking the X1i?
 
Thanks for the replies Micko and Carheir. I ran it wide open the first time I cut and then 3/4 open the second time. I noticed I conserved gas at 3/4 open, so that's why I was wondering about it.

Carheir, I am really enjoying my X1i. It cut my mowing time down from 10 hours to 2.5 hours. Plus I love the zero turn once I got the hang of it! I just wished they would've did a cut-out for name on the back like the Fastrak SD instead of just a Hustler sticker. Other than that (and that's really nothing), I'm loving it!
 
loomster2000 said:
Thanks for the replies Micko and Carheir. I ran it wide open the first time I cut and then 3/4 open the second time. I noticed I conserved gas at 3/4 open, so that's why I was wondering about it.

Carheir, I am really enjoying my X1i. It cut my mowing time down from 10 hours to 2.5 hours. Plus I love the zero turn once I got the hang of it! I just wished they would've did a cut-out for name on the back like the Fastrak SD instead of just a Hustler sticker. Other than that (and that's really nothing), I'm loving it!
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Fuels cheap in comparison to hydro system and engine repairs!

Im sure it says in the manual to run at WOT!
 
Micko said:
Fuels cheap in comparison to hydro system and engine repairs!

Im sure it says in the manual to run at WOT!
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Yep I agree, I'm not aware of ANY ZTR's that recommend NOT mowing at full throttle. Many will tell you to use 1/2 to 3/4 throttle when starting the engine or engaging/dis-engaging the PTO but not when mowing.
 
djdicetn said:
Yep I agree, I'm not aware of ANY ZTR's that recommend NOT mowing at full throttle. Many will tell you to use 1/2 to 3/4 throttle when starting the engine or engaging/dis-engaging the PTO but not when mowing.
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The Exmark's with RED technology starting last year don't have a std throttle. Just a 3 position rocker switch, so they are one machine that does run at less the WOT for cutting. otherwise, all manu's recommend running at WOT for almost all cutting scenarios.

BTW- you have a excellent mower.:smile:
 
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