485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.1 Harrier 48 CODE 485A Blade Brake Clutch - Autodrive OWNER'S HANDBOOK (English Version) FROM SERIAL NO: 485A001001 ISSUE 10.05.04 HANDBOOK: 485114(REV .1.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 MAIN 12:02 pm Page 1.2 FEATURES /SPECIFICATIONS Main Features 1. Spark Plug Lead 2. Air Cleaner Cover 3. Engine Cover 4. Fuel Cap 5. Serial Number Label 6. Oil Filler Cap & Dipstick 7. Rear Deflector 8. Engine Start Grip 9. Throttle Control 10. Cutterblade Stop Lever 11. Handlebar 12. Ground Drive Clutch Lever 13. Blade Brake Clutch Lever 14. Grassbag Assembly 15. Handlebar Securing Knobs 16. Handlebar Height Adjust Knob 3 17. Height of Cut Lever 18.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.3 1ST Year (12 months) We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer Date: 1ST Year (12 months) Owner’s Name: Serial Number: Date: Note for dealer: Please retain this voucher for your records.
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485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.5 CONTENTS 1.3 Main Features/Specifications 1.5 Contents 1.6 Introduction 1.7 Warranty 1.8 - 1.11 Safety Precautions 1.11 Safety Symbols 1.11 Decal Symbols 1.12 Assembling the Mower 1.12 - Delivery Checklist 1.12 - Handlebar 1.12 - Adjust Handlebar Height 1.12 - Grassbag Attachment 1.13 Before Starting the Mower 1.13 - Prevent Engine Damage 1.13 - Oil Type 1.13 - Check Oil Level 1.13 - Fuel Type 1.14 - 1.17 Operating The Mower 1.14 - Controls 1.14 - Starting Step 1 1.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.6 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower. The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efficient service from your mower. IMPORTANT: This ‘Owners Handbook’ should be regarded as part of the mower as it gives essential information regarding mower safety, operation, maintenance and specifications. Read and understand this handbook prior to operating your mower for the first time.
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485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Alert Symbol This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages. When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of injury. Carefully read the following and inform others. Your mower is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following precautions may result in serious injury. Training Before using the mower read the owners handbook carefully. Pay particular attention to the safety precautions.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Preparation - Always use fresh fuel. Stale fuel can block the carburettor and cause leakage. - Replace fuel tank and oil tank caps securely. A damaged cutterblade or loose fixing bolt are major hazards. Before use, always visually inspect the cutting mechanism to ensure that it is in good condition.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.10 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operation Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Never pick up or carry the mower while the engine is running. Never lift the rear deflector while the engine is running. Never touch the exhaust/exhaust guard or cooling fins when the engine is hot. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead: - Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge chute.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Maintenance & Storage Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine and the surrounding deck area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Check the rear deflector and grassbag frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.12 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER Delivery Checklist Remove the mower from the packaging and check that the following items have been supplied correctly. If any items are missing contact, your local Hayter dealer. 1. Engine Handbook. 2. Grassbag. To prevent accidents cut off the long ribbon attached to the grassbag and discard. Handlebar Unscrew the handlebar securing knobs sufficiently to allow the handlebar to pivot.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.13 BEFORE STARTING THE MOWER Prevent Engine Damage To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without oil or petrol. The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting the engine. Oil Type Check Oil Level 0.15 Litres ADD Clean around the oil filler cap before removing. With the mower on a level surface, unscrew and remove the oil filler - dipstick. Wipe oil from it with a clean cloth.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.14 OPERATING THE MOWER Controls Operate all control levers several times and ensure that the cables move freely. Check that the cutterblade stop and ground drive clutch levers return freely to their rest position when released. Whilst operating the engine throttle mechanism slight resistance should be felt when moving the lever to the ‘choke’ position. Starting - Step 1 Move the throttle control lever to the ‘choke’ position before starting a cold engine.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.15 OPERATING THE MOWER Step 4 To engage the cutterblade hold the cutterblade stop lever against the handlebar with your right hand and with your left hand push the blade brake clutch lever forwards to engage. Release the blade brake clutch lever and it will return to its rest position. Forward Travel Hold the handlebar and operate the ground drive clutch lever to power the mower in a forward direction.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.16 OPERATING THE MOWER Slopes To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees. + Height of Cut Move the height of cut lever sideways to disengage it from the locking notch, then push forwards to lower or pull backwards to raise the height of cut. Release the lever in the required position and ensure that it locks firmly into one of the seven notch settings. 305113 Always select a height of cut to suit operating conditions.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.17 OPERATING THE MOWER Without Grass Collection Remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in the closed position. Heavy Growth Areas of heavy growth should be mown without collecting the clippings. If collection is required, first mow the area without the grassbag at the maximum height of cut setting. Allow the grass clippings to dry out and then mow the area at the maximum height of cut setting with the grassbag fitted.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.18 LAWN CARE CALENDAR To be used as a guide only. January There is very little work to do this month apart from brushing away leaves. Keep off the grass if frozen or waterlogged. February Rake the grass thoroughly. Spike the lawn to aerate and stimulate soil organisms and root growth and apply lawn sand if necessary. March The yearly lawn work programme really starts this month. As soon as the ground conditions are suitable, the first cut can be made.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.19 LAWN CARE CALENDAR August Keep mowing regularly and watering as necessary. Fill any cracks caused by drought with a mixture of sharp sand and soil. In dry weather conditions leave the grass longer to help retain ground moisture. September Raise the height of cut to allow the grass to thicken and protect the roots from the winter frost and snow. October Rake out the thatch from the turf and spike the lawn to assist in drainage. Brush in peat and sharp sand.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.20 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service will be required if working for prolonged periods under dusty, dry conditions, or when airborne debris is present or after extensive operation cutting tall, dry grass.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.21 MOWER MAINTENANCE 50Hrs or Every Season Change the engine oil. 100Hrs or Every Season Clean the engine cooling system. Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present or after prolonged operation whilst cutting tall, dry grass. Replace the spark plug Engine 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.22 MOWER MAINTENANCE Oil Service Check the oil level daily before starting the engine and ensure that the correct oil level is maintained. Refer to-‘Before Starting the Mower’ for oil checking and filling instructions. Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and thereafter according to the ‘Maintenance Schedule’:1. Drain fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty. 2. Remove the spark plug lead. 3. Allow the engine to cool. 4.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.23 MOWER MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Service Use only Briggs & Stratton spark tester (1) to check for a spark as shown in the diagram. Replace the spark plug every 100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first. A spark plug wrench is available from any authorised Briggs & Stratton service dealer. 1 Check the spark plug gap with a feeler gauge and set at 0.76mm.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.24 MOWER MAINTENANCE Deck Housing Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck housing immediately after use. To prevent accidents fertilisers and top dressings are particularly corrosive. Thoroughly clean the mower deck immediately after use on treated grass and store well away from corrosive materials. Securing Nuts & Bolts Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Replace missing or damaged items immediately.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.25 MOWER MAINTENANCE Lubrication Lubricate the wheels, pivot points and linkages with engine oil every 25 operating hours. Apply a good quality medium grease to the inner control cables at the point of entry and exit from their outer casing. Cutterblade Removal Drain the fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty and the engine stops. Remove the spark plug lead and allow the engine to cool.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.26 MOWER MAINTENANCE Cutterblade Assembly Assemble the cutterblade (2) with the turned up edges facing towards the engine. Secure the cutterblade using two new fixing screws and tighten to a torque of 40Nm. To prevent accidents never reuse the fixing screws. 1 2 Cutterblade Sharpening 30°-45° A slightly worn cutterblade may be re-sharpened. Both blade edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.27 MOWER MAINTENANCE Storage To store the handlebar unscrew the 2 small securing knobs sufficiently to allow it to be pivoted forwards to rest against the mower. Take care to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged at the pivot point and depress the engine stop lever to prevent it being damaged through contact with the engine spark plug.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.28 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not turn over Incorrect oil level. Check oil level. Obstruction under deck. Remove obstruction. Excess oil level. Check oil level. Air cleaner cartridge oil soaked or blocked. Service air cleaner. Fuel starvation. Fill fuel tank. Fuel cap vent blocked. Clean fuel cap vent. Engine under load. Raise height of cut. Fuel starvation. Fill fuel tank. Engine cold.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.29 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine vibrates excessively Mounting bolts loose. Tighten bolts Cutterblade bolt loose. Tighten bolt Cutterblade out of balance. Balance cutterblade Bent crankshaft.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.30 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY HAYTER LIMITED, Spellbrook, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND declare that the lawnmower: Models: Machine Type No.
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485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.33 PARTS LIST NO. 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 DESCRIPTION PART NO. QTY Axle - Front W/A Moulding - Front axle Bearing Fin - Front Insert Decal - Hayter Nut - M8 Shouldered Guide - Rope Plug - Tube Tie - Cable Setscrew Control - BBC Assy Screw Pan Hd. Handle Grip Screw Nipple Split Compensating Spring Spring Bolt Centre BBC Screw - Soc.
485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm PARTS Page 1.34 LIST 20 19 21 18 7 16 103 15 25 14 13 9 10 98 8 7 13 13 102 101 22 24 100 100 99 26 83 12 12 11 104 17 11 100 31 32 6 100 10 23 100 35 33 4 45 97 47 34 3 100 29 30 5 99 2 39 40 116 1 37 42 41 28 27 -Grassbag Assy.
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485114 (1) 7/7/04 12:02 pm Page 1.36 CUSTOMER INFORMATION /NOTES Serial No: Engine Type:- 12G882-1513-21 (485A) Date of Sale:Your Local Dealer:- Notes:- 1.