Spirit 41 Electric CODE 615E OWNER’S HANDBOOK Original Version (EN) ISSUE: 14.06.
CONTENTS Contents 2 Introduction 3 Specifications / Main Features 4 Safety Precautions - Safety Alert Symbol - Training - Preparation - Safety Symbols - Operation - Maintenance & Storage - Control Symbols 5-6 5 5 5 5 5-6 6 6 Assembling the Mower Before First Use - Delivery Checklist - Handlebar - Grassbag Assembly - Grassbag Attachment - Supply Cable 7 7 7 7 7 7 Operating The Mower 8 - 10 - Electrical Connection 8 - Starting 8 - Forward Travel 8 - Turning 8 - Stopping 8 - Height of Cut 8 -
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower. The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efficient service from your machine. Use of non standard parts or any arbitrary modifications carried out on this machine may relieve Hayter Limited of liability for any resulting damage or injury. IMPORTANT: This ‘Owners Handbook’ should be regarded as part of the mower as it gives essential information regarding mower safety, operation, maintenance and specifications.
SPECIFICATIONS / MAIN FEATURES Code Motor Supply Rated Input Cutterblade Speed Fuse Rating Cutting width Cutting height Overall dimensions Weight 615 230V 1.5 kW 2950 rpm 13A 410 mm 13 - 65 mm 1058 x 476 x 1380 mm 29 Kg 6 5 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Motor Housing. Serial No. Label. Handlebar Securing Knob. Rear Deflector. Switch Control Unit. Stop Lever. Handlebar. Cable Cleat. Grassbag Assembly. Cable. Height of Cut Lever.
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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operation cont necessary when starting. Never lift the rear of the mower. Walk, never run. Never pick up or carry a mower whilst it is running or connected to the mains supply. Do not mow excessively steep slopes of more than 20O and mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. Do not lift the rear deflector whilst the mower is in operation, particularly when using without a grassbag. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction.
ASSEMBLING THE MOWER BEFORE FIRST USE Delivery Checklist Grassbag Attachment 1. Motor Handbook. 2. Grassbag Frame. 3. Supply Cable. Supply Cable 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. Once the grassbag is assembled. Raise the rear deflector, pass the grassbag under the handlebar and hook into position. Lower the rear deflector to rest on the grassbag. (Refer fig.4) 4.
OPERATING THE MOWER Electrical Connection Position the mower on the grass area to be cut. Carefully uncoil the supply cable clear of the mower. Ensure that the mains socket is switch ‘OFF’ before connecting. Switch ‘ON’. Note: We recommend the use of a RCCB unit. refer to the ‘Safety Precautions - Preparation’. Starting Turning two cuts when the grass is long. (Refer fig.9) To make a wide turn steer the mower with the handlebar in the direction required.
OPERATING THE MOWER 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. Reduce the height of cut and mow the area again as necessary until the required finish is obtained.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE / MOWER MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service will be required if working for prolonged periods under dusty, dry conditions, when airborne debris is present or after extensive operation cutting tall, dry grass. Daily - Clean grass debris from the height of cut ratchet, air filter in the cowl and the underside of the deck housing. - Check the condition of guards and safety devices.
MOWER MAINTENANCE Cutterblade Removal cont Storage To prevent injury it is wise to seek assistance when turning the mower on its side. Cutterblade Sharpening A slightly worn cutterblade may be re-sharpened. Both blade edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance. Sharpen the cutterblade every 25 mowing hours or more frequently if conditions require. Remove the cutterblade from the mower and clean using a brush and water. Inspect the cutterblade for signs of damage.
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.
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION PROBLEM Motor fails to start 1. Mains supply socket dead 1. Test socket by plugging in another appliance 2. Remove mower plug and check RCCB action. Check the supply cable for any obvious signs of damage and replace immediately if defective. 3. Re engage plug Discharge chute blocks 1. Grass is wet 2. Cut height too low 3. Grassbag full 4. No airflow through the grassbag Mower is hard to push 1. Cut height too low 2. Wheels/roller damaged 1.
NOTES WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Hayter Limited warrants to the original user/purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three years from the date of purchase. The manufacturer of major proprietry components ie. engines, gearbox / transaxle (where applicable) furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their authorised network.
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION SERVICE RECORD CODE SERIAL NO. 1st Year (12 months) We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer Date: Motor Type:- 240V 1st Year (12 months) Owner’s Name: Serial Number: Date: Date of Sale:Your Local Dealer:- Note for dealer: Please retain this voucher for your records.
