Hayter Mowers 21in User's Manual
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1. 5 Loosen the cable clamp screw until the brake cable conduit slides Figure 33 23 Do not overtighten the blade brake cable Overtightening the blade brake cable could prevent the blade brake from contacting the brake drum when you release the control bar If the blade brake does not contact the brake drum the blade will not stop rotating which could cause serious personal injury Each time you adjust the brake cable ensure that the brake stops the blade in 5 seconds ot less If the blade does not stop rotating in 3 seconds or less bring the mower to an Authorized Service Dealer for inspection and repair Figure 33 1 Spring 3 Cable clamp screw 2 Brake cable conduit 6 Hold the blade control bar so that the outside of the bar is 5 1 2 inches 14 cm from the outside of the handle and pull the cable to the remove the slack but do not put tension on the spring Figure 34 G008111 Figure 34 1 5 1 2 inches 14 cm 3 Blade control bar 2 Handle 7 Torque the cable clamp screw to 100 to 120 in Ib 11 to 14 N m to lock the adjustment in place 24 Blade Maintenance Maintaining the Cutting Blade Always mow with a sharp blade A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades Complete the following procedure before inspecting removing or installing the blade 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop2. Hayter Limited Contents Lit Ko Ya ka Tara Toa Arnstein Ob o be e bd 2 Ua AAA KAA KAA Dubai MA WASAKA WBA WANA SI KAWA NA ep VIA 3 General Lawn Mower Safety wwwswmmsmmemana 3 Sound Press te enun i a e E iid 5 Sound Power ueteres eai i KE a Ka AES 5 Vibration Planes Attac ode oen e nit e oes cU 5 Safety and Instructional Decals 6 DSU Pid ui epe bru e PERRA EMO Docuit Des ble Dua dus 7 1 Installingthe EFlandle cuir t tret 7 2 Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel bi Y 3 Filling the C rankcase with Osee we tete 8 Product Overviews eioi russe cat cin tic aie 9 ESTO MP TUNE 9 Sp cifi cations Son X Eod aee eR hides 9 OPEN Ia aa 10 Checking the Engine Oil Level 10 Filling the Fuel Dine een trei PR e RUN 11 Starting the Bode teri OE qu E Hai 12 Stopping the Efe uei i dU d Eds Nus 12 Operating the Blades ui down idc od 12 Operating the Traction DTIVE eemmmwa 13 Checking the Blade Brake Clutch 13 Adjusting the Cutting Height uso reet 13 Using the Grass Bag oso eye a hie 14 Operating TIPS seas epa citada aa a E 15 Matena Ne AU MM c EE 17 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 17 Labtcabobk s aucti ete reps tea SON EE 17 Lubricating the Pivot Artis a sich eti Entre 17 Lubricating the Gear Cases oso be Fin 18 Engine Maite nance suo enu TRE o UE rati iust 18 Servicing the Ai
3. 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Figure 12 3 Drain the petrol from the fuel tank refer to Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter Tip the mower onto its tight side Figure 35 G002563 Figure 35 1 Blade 2 Blade nuts 3 Anti scalp cup Inspecting the Blade Service Interval Before each use or daily Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear especially where the flat and the curved parts meet Figure 36A Because sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade check the blade before using the mowet If you notice a slot ot wear Figure 36B and Figure 36C replace the blade refer to Removing the Blade G002278 Figure 36 3 Wear 4 Slot formed 1 Sail 2 Flat part of the blade Note For the best performance install a new blade before the cutting season begins During the year file down any small nicks to maintain the cutting edge A worn ot damaged blade can break and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator s or bystander s area resulting in serious personal injury or death Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage Replace a worn or damaged blade Removing the Blade Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly padded glove Remove the blade nuts the anti scalp cup and the blade Figure 35 Sharpening the Blade File the top
4. approved fuel container and keep it out of the reach of children Never buy more than a 30 day supply of petrol 1 Clean around the fuel tank cap Figure 11 Se G002791 Figure 11 1 Oil fill dipstick 3 Air cleaner 2 Fuel tank cap N Remove the cap from the tank o Fill the fuel tank with unleaded petrol to within 1 4 to 1 2 inch 6 to 13 mm from the top of the tank Do not fill into the filler neck 11 Important Do not fill the tank more than 1 4 Operating the Blade inch 6 mm from the top of the tank because the petrol must have room to expand Engaging the Blade 4 Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled petrol When you start your engine the blade does not turn You must engage the blade to mow Starti ng the Engine 1 Push the control bar lock forward Figure 14 1 Connect the wire to the spark plug Figure 12 G002792 Figure 12 1 Spark plug wire 2 Open the fuel valve Figure 13 G002542 Figure 14 2 Pull the blade control bar to the handle and hold it Figure 15 Figure 13 un C poy 1 Fuel val F 7 Fuel valve A WS JJ i WO 3 Move the throttle control lever to the Choke exe position Figure 8 A aN 4 Move the ground speed control lever to the Neutral iN N position YX 5 Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel YA tesistance then pull it sharply GRE 6 Regulate the throttle and the g
5. engine governor settings or overspeed the engine Operating an engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury e Be careful during adjustment of the lawn mower to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the lawn mower To ensure the best performance and safety purchase only genuine Hayter replacement parts and accessories Do not use will fit parts and accessories they may cause a safety hazard Sound Pressure This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator s eat of 87 dBA which includes an Uncertainty Value K of 1 dBA The sound pressure level was determined according to the procedures outlined in EN 836 Sound Power This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 98 dBA which includes an Uncertainty Value K of 1 dBA The sound power level was determined according to the procedures outlined in ISO 11094 gt Vibration Hand arm This unit does not exceed hand arm vibration levels of 2 5 m s for the right hand and 2 0 m s for the left hand each including an Uncertainty Value K of 1 3 m s2 The measured values were determined according to the procedures outlined in EN 836 Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger Replace any decal that is damaged or lost 110 2115 1 Read the Operator s Manual 3 Toengage the traction co
6. operating position NO i 2 P d ud 5 3 Installing the Handle QA e Parts needed for this procedure e a Bolt 5 16 x 7 8 inch Figure 3 icis Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 2 inches l 1 Housing 3 Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 2 inches washer and locknut Install the handle 1 2 2 4 4 3 N 2 Handle 4 Bolt 5 16 x 7 8 inch Locknut 5 16 inch ee and locknut Cable tie Note Install the washers with the cup side facing Procedure the handle 1 Mount the handle to the mower housing with 2 bolts Note You can adjust the handle height for more 5 16 x 7 8 inch 2 bolts 5 16 x 1 1 2 inches 4 comfortable operation Securing the lower handle washers and 4 locknuts Figure 3 end in the upper hole lowers the handle securing the lower handle end in the lower hole raises the handle 2 Use the cable ties provided to secure the control cables to the handle Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line Parts needed for this procedure Self tapping screw Fuel tank G002529 Procedure Figure 5 1 Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow fitting 1 Plastic clip 2 Figure 4 1 4 Secure the bottom of the fuel tank to the fuel tank bracket by installing the self tapping screws from the Sh bottom Torque the screws to 40 to 50 in Ib 4 5 UP s gt D to 5 6 N m Do not overtighten the screws PA f Filling the Crankcase with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Figu
7. sides of the machine from the normal operating position Each time before you mow make sure that the self propel drive and the blade control bar operate properly When you release the blade control bar the blade should stop If it does not contact an Authorized Service Dealer This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85dBA at the operator s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure Wear hearing protection when operating this machine Figure 9 1 Warning wear hearing protection Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval Before each use or daily Initially fill the crankcase with 30 ounces 0 88 liters of oil Use only high quality SAE 30 or SAE 10W30 weight detergent oil that has the American Petroleum Institute API service classification SF SG SH or SJ Before each use ensure that the oil level is between the Add and Full marks on the dipstick Figure 10 1 pe G002786 Figure 10 1 Dipstick 3 Add 2 Full Note When the crankcase is empty pour about 3 4 of the crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase then follow the procedure in this section 1 Move the lawn mower to a level sutface 2 Clean around the dipstick Figure 10 3 Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out 4 Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth 5 Insert the dipstick into the filler neck but do not screw it in 6 Remove
8. the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick Figure 10 7 If the oil level reading is below the Add mark on the dipstick slowly pour only enough oil into the filler hole to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil and run the engine engine damage will result Drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick reads Full 8 Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise until it is tight 10 Filling the Fuel Tank For best results use clean fresh lead free petrol with an octane rating of 87 or higher To ensure freshness purchase only the quantity of petrol that you expect to use in 30 days Using unleaded petrol results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life You may use leaded petrol if unleaded petrol is not available Important Do not add oil to the petrol Important Do not use petrol that has been stored since the last mowing season or longer When fueling under certain circumstances a static charge can develop igniting the petrol A fire or explosion from petrol can burn you and others and damage property e Always place petrol containers on the ground and away from your vehicle before filling Do not fill petrol containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static char
9. the running garden hose at handle level and direct the water to flow on the ground just in front of the right rear tyre Figure 39 G002275 Figure 39 Right rear wheel Note The blade will draw in water and wash out clippings Let the water run until you no longer see clippings being washed out from under the housing Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Turn off the garden hose Start the mower and let it run for a few minutes to dry out the moisture on the mower and its components Scraping Method If washing does not remove all debris from under the mower scrape it clean 1 2 26 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Figure 12 Drain the fuel from the fuel tank Refer to Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank Petrol is extremely flammable highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or by removing the petrol with a hand pump never siphon 3 Tip the mower onto its right side Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood scrapet Avoid burrs and sharp edges Return the mower to its operating position Fill the fuel tank Connect the wire to the spark plug Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield Service Interval Every 50 hours Clean inside the blade brake c
10. 1 Rear door 3 Install the bag on the bag mounting posts Figure 20 G002549 1 Wheel height adjustment lever 2 Release the wheel height adjustment lever and seat it securely in the notch 3 Adjust all the wheels to the same cutting height G002551 SUAE Figure 20 1 Bag mounting posts Using the Grass Bag 4 Lower the rear door Installing the Grass Bag 1 Wait for all moving parts to stop Removing the Grass Bag 2 Raise and hold up the rear door Figure 19 To remove the bag reverse the steps above The mower can throw grass clippings and other objects through an open discharge tunnel Objects thrown with enough force could cause serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystander Do not operate the mower without a grass bag installed 14 Mowing with the Grass Bag Operating a mower with its engine running at a speed greater than the factory setting can cause the mower to throw a part of the blade or engine into the operator s or bystander s area and result in serious personal injury or death A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in the operators or bystander s direction and result in serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders Do not change the engine speed setting Ifyou suspect the engine speed is faster than normal contact an Authorized Service Dealer Check the grass bag frequently If
11. 5 MEME MAKERS OF THE FINEST MOWERS Operator s Manual 21in Heavy Duty Walk Behind Rotary Mower Code 455E Serial No 310000001 Manual Part No 3364 824 Rev A Introduction This rotary blade walk behind lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners ot professional hired operators It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well maintained lawns on residential or commercial properties It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage You ate responsible for operating the product properly and safely Whenever you need service genuine parts or additional information contact an Authorized Service Dealer and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product A SS G008101 Figure 1 1 Model and serial number location This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol Figure 2 which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions Figure 2 1 Safety alert symbol This manual uses 2 words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention 2009
12. do not twist to remove the excess oil 8 Install the foam pre cleaner 9 Install the new paper air filter 10 Install the cover and secure it with the screw Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval After the first 8 hours Every 50 hours Oil Capacity With oil filter 29 ounces 0 85 liters Without oil filter 22 ounces 0 65 liters Note The oil capacities in the table above account for the empty crankcase to contain a small amount of residual oil 1 Run the engine to warm the engine oil Note Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants Oil may be hot after engine has been run and contact with hot oil can cause severe personal injury Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you drain it 2 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 3 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Figure 12 Place a suitable drain pan under the right side of the mower 5 Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out 6 Tip the mower onto its right side to drain the oil into the drain pan Note You can also remove the oil from the crankcase using an oil extractor 7 Return the mower to its operating position 8 Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise until it is tight 9 Recycle the used oil according to local codes 10 Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with fresh oil Refer to the Filling the Cra
13. dren or pets are nearby Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light e Avoid operating the lawn mower in wet grass where feasible Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times e Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling a pedestrian controlled lawn mower towards you Walk never run Slopes Do not mow excessively steep slopes Exercise extreme caution when on slopes Mow actoss the face of slopes never up and down and exetcise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Always be sute of your footing on slopes Use low throttle settings when engaging the traction clutch especially in high gears Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent overturning of loss of control Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect Stop the engine whenever you leave the lawn mowet before refueling before removing the grass bag before making height adjustment unless adjustment can be made from the operator s position Stop the
14. e mower to keep it clean and protected Preparing the Fuel System Petrol can vaporize if you store it over long periods of time and explode if it comes into contact with an open flame e Do not store petrol over long periods of time Do not store the mower with petrol in the fuel tank or the carburettor in an enclosute with an open flame For example a furnace or a water heater pilot light Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosure Empty the fuel tank when mowing the last time before stoting the mower 1 Run the mower until the engine stops from running out of fuel 2 Prime the engine and start it again 3 Allow the engine to run until it stops When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry Preparing the Engine 1 While the engine is still warm change the oil from the crankcase Refer to Changing the Engine Oil Remove the spark plug 3 Using an oil can add about one tablespoon of oil to the crankcase through the spark plug hole 4 Slowly rotate the engine several times using the starter rope to distribute the oil 5 Install the spark plug but do not connect the wire to the spark plug General Information 1 Clean the mower housing Refer to Cleaning under the Mower Housing 2 Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder cylinder head fins and blower housing 3 Remove grass clippings dirt and grime from the external parts of the engine the
15. e wait for all moving parts to stop and check for oil leakage around the filter 13 Add oil to compensate for the oil in the oil filter Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level 14 Recycle the used oil filter according to local codes Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval Every 100 hours Check the spark plug Use an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Figure 12 3 Clean around the spark plug 4 Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head Important Replace a cracked fouled or dirty spark plug Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine 5 Set the gap on the plug to 0 030 in 0 76 mm Figure 27 20 Fuel System Maintenance Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter Service Interval Yearly The fuel filter screen element 1s located inside the fuel tank Clean the fuel filter element yearly 1 Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down Note Drain petrol from a cold engine only 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 3 Disconnect the fuel line by loosening the tube clamp at the carburetor 4 Open the fuel valve 5 Drain the petrol completely from the tank and fuel line into an approved fuel container Remove the fuel tank from the mower Pout a small amount of fuel in the fuel tank move the fuel around in the tank a
16. e the engine is running or when the engine is hot e If petrol is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the mower away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated e Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely Preparation While mowing always wear substantial footwear and long trousers Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals e Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones sticks wites bones and other foreign objects Before using always visually inspect to see that guatds and safety devices such as deflectors and or grass bags are in place and working correctly Before using always visually inspect to see that the blades blade bolts and cutter assembly ate not worn ot damaged Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance Starting Disengage all blade and drive clutches and put into neutral before starting the engine Do not tilt mower when starting the engine unless the mower has to be tilted for starting In this case do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade s and not in front of the discharge chute Operation e Never mow while people especially chil
17. engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before clearing blockages ot unclogging chute before checking cleaning or working on the lawn mower after striking a foreign object inspect the lawn mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawn mower iflawn mowet statts to vibrate abnormally check immediately e Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and close the fuel valve at the conclusion of mowing Lightning can cause severe injury or death If you see lightning or hear thunder in the area do not operate the machine seek shelter e Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways Maintenance and Storage Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition e Do not use pressure cleaning equipment on machine Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank and inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine silencer battery compartment and petrol storage are free of grass leaves or excessive grease Check grass bag components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Replace worn or damaged parts for safety e Replace faulty silencers e Ifthe fuel tank has to be drained do this out doors Do not change the
18. ge When practical remove petrol powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the round If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container not from a petrol dispenser nozzle If you must use a petrol dispenser nozzle keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Use a fuel stabilizer conditioner regularly during operation and storage A stabilizer conditioner cleans the engine during operation and prevents gum like varnish deposits from forming in the engine during periods of storage Important Do not use fuel additives other than a fuel stabilizer conditioner Do not use fuel stabilizers with an alcohol base such as ethanol methanol or isopropanol In certain conditions petrol is extremely flammable and highly explosive A fire or explosion from petrol can burn you and others and can damage property Fill the fuel tank outdoors in an open area and when the engine is cold Wipe up any petrol that spills Do not fill the fuel tank completely full Add petrol to the fuel tank until the level is 1 4 to 1 2 in 6 to 13 mm below the bottom of the filler neck This empty space in the tank allows the petrol to expand Never smoke when handling petrol and stay away from an open flame or where a spatk may ignite the petrol fumes Store petrol in an
19. ised network Refer to Engine Warranty Statement To qualify for the full benefit of the warranty the Warranty Registration Card must be returned to Hayter Limited within 14 days of purchase If the selling dealer has not returned the Warranty Registration Card which is attached to the rear of the Owners Handbook please complete and return Subject to the conditions and exclusions noted in this limited warranty we shall at our option repair or replace any warranted part during the applicable period If you are in doubt or experience any difficulty please consult a Hayter Authorised Service Dealer for clarification A 90 day warranty period applies to those items which are subject to normal wear and tear e g wheels cutterbars cables grassbags and other consumable wearing parts All machines which are fitted with a genuine Hayter Friction Disc or Crankshaft Support Bearing as original equipment before use are covered by a Lifetime Warranty against the engine crankshaft bending Note friction washers Blade Brake Clutch B B C units and other such devices are not applicable Only machines fitted with a genuine Hayter friction disc or crankshaft support bearing which are used in accordance with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures are covered This warranty does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with altered misused abused or used for hire and will become invalid if non genuine Hayter parts are fitted This war
20. itis damaged install a new Hayter replacement bag Clean the air filter frequently Mulching stirs up Ope rating Tips more clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and reduces engine performance General Tips Cutting Grass Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting pen Grass grows at different rates at different times season Periodically file down nicks on the blade of the year In the summer heat it is best to cut Replace the blade when necessary with an original grass at the 2 1 2 inch 64 mm 3 inch 76 mm Hayter replacement blade or 3 1 2 inch 89 mm cutting height settings Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time Do not cut below the 2 1 2 inch 64 mm setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down e Mow only dry grass or leaves Wet grass and leaves can build up and clog in the chute or cause the engine to stall e When cutting grass over 6 inches 15 cm tall first mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk slowet then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn appearance If the grass 1s too long and the leaves clump on top of the lawn the mower may Mow only in dry conditions clog and cause the engine to stall Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse Clean under the mower housing after each mowing the clippings ove
21. k with fresh petrol Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap Clean the air filter pre cleaner and or replace the paper air filter Clean under the mower housing Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary Replace the spark plug if it is pitted fouled or cracked Check the engine oil Change the oil if it is dirty or add oil if it is low Connect the wire to the spark plug Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary Replace the spark plug if it is pitted fouled or cracked Move the throttle lever to the Fast position Clean the air filter pre cleaner and or replace the paper air filter Balance the blade If the blade is bent replace it Tighten the blade mounting nuts Clean under the mower housing Tighten the engine mounting bolts Place all 4 wheels at the same height Sharpen and balance the blade Change the mowing pattern Clean under the mower housing Adjust the self propel drive cable Replace the cable if necessary Clean the debris from under the belt cover Notes 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 one year from the date of purchase The manufacturers of the engine furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their author
22. l that you and any other operator of the mower read and understand the contents of this manual before the engine is ever started Pay particular attention to the safety alert symbol Figure 2 which means Caution Warning or Danger personal safety instruction Read and understand the instruction because it has to do with safety Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury General Lawn Mower Safety The following instructions have been adapted from CEN standard EN 836 1997 This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injuty or death Training Read the instructions carefully Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mowet Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator e Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property Understand explanations for all pictograms used on the mower or in the instructions Petrol WARNING Petrol is highly flammable Take the following precautions Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose e Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling e Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or ad petrol whil
23. lutch shield when you change the engine oil to ensure the best performance and to prevent parts from degrading or when you sharpen the blade because you need to remove the blade in order to remove the shield 1 2 3 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Figure 12 Drain the petrol from the fuel tank refer to Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter Tip the mower on its right side Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank Petrol is extremely flammable highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage Avoid fuel spills by emptying the fuel tank as directed never siphon Remove 2 blade nuts the anti scalp cup and the blade Figure 35 Loosen the 4 screws that hold the shield in place Figure 40 G002568 Figure 40 1 Screws 4 2 Blade brake clutch shield 7 Remove the shield and brush ot blow all the debris from under the shield and around the blade brake clutch system 8 Install the shield 9 Install the blade the anti scalp cup and the 2 blade nuts 10 Return the mower to its operating position 11 Connect the wire to the spark plug 27 Storage To prepare the mower for off season storage perform the recommended maintenance procedures Refer to Maintenance Store the mower in a cool clean dry place Cover th
24. mmended Maintenance Schedule s Maintenan rvi te ce Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After the first 8 hours Change the engine oil Check the engine oil level Before each use or daily Inspect the mower blades for wear or damage Clean under the mower housing Every 25 hours Clean the foam pre cleaner more frequently in dusty conditions Change the engine oil more often in dusty conditions Every 50 hours Clean the blade brake clutch shield Lubricate the gear case Every 100 hours Change the oil filter Check the spark plug Every 300 hours Replace the paper air filter more frequently in dusty conditions Important Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for additional maintenance procedures If you leave the wire on the spark plug someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders Disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance Set the wire aside so that it does not accidently contact the spark plug Lubrication Lubricating the Pivot Arms g After every 50 operating hours or when the season ends lubricate the pivot arms 1 Move the rear wheel cutting height levers to the center setting G002552 2 Wipe the grease fittings with a clean rag Figure 21 Figure el 3 Install a grease gun onto the fitting and gently apply 2 or 3 pumps of 2 multi purpose lithium base grease Important Excessive grease press
25. nd pour it out into an approved fuel container 8 Install the fuel tank and fuel line refer to Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line Drive System Maintenance Adjusting the Self propel Drive If the mower does not self propel or has a tendency to creep forward when the control bar is more than 1 1 2 inches 3 8 cm from the handle adjust the self propel drive 1 Loosen the nut that secures the adjuster Figure 28 G008055 2 Figure 28 1 Adjuster 3 Cable 2 Nut 4 1 1 2 inches 3 8 cm 2 Turn the adjuster until you remove the slack in the exposed cable Figure 28 Tighten the nut Note To check the adjustment slowly pull the mower backward while you gradually move the control bar toward the handle The adjustment is correct when the rear wheels stop turning and the top of the control bar is about 1 1 2 inches 3 8 cm from the bottom of the handle Note If the adjuster is fully extended and the mower does not self propel when the blade control bar is 1 1 2 inches 3 8 cm from the handle you will need to adjust the lower anchor bracket Refer to steps 4 to 9 Move the adjuster to obtain the maximum slack in the cable 5 Remove the fuel tank Note You do not need to disconnect the fuel line from the fuel tank Remove the upper belt cover Figure 29 21 Figure 29 1 Upper belt cover 7 Remove the sctews from the lowet anchor bracket Figure 30 Figure 30 2 No
26. nkcase with Oil 11 Wipe up any spilled oil Changing the Oil Filter Service Interval Every 100 hours Replace the oil filter Figure 25 after every 100 operating hours or yearly whichever comes first G00280 Figure 25 R 1 Oil filter 2 Fuel line 1 Run the engine to warm the oil Oil may be hot after the engine has been run and contact with hot oil can cause severe personal injury Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you drain it 2 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 3 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Drain the engine oil refer to Changing the Engine Oll 5 Place a rag under the oil filter to catch any oil that may leak out as you remove the filter 6 Remove the oil filter 7 Use your finger to coat the gasket on the new filter with oil Figure 26 19 2 3 N 1 dts E 0 030 inch ya 3 0 76 mm G000533 Figure 27 SAN 1 Center electrode insulator Figure 26 2 Side electrode 1 Gasket 3 Air gap not to scale 8 Install the new filter and hand tighten it 2 3 turn 6 Install the spark plug and the gasket seal only 7 Torque the plug to 17 ft lb 23 N m 9 Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with g8 Connect the wite to the spark plug fresh oil Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil 10 Connect the wire to the spark plug 11 Run the engine for about 3 minutes 12 Stop the engin
27. ntrol lift the lower bail upward 2 To engage the blade first move the safety latch forward and 4 To disengage the blade release the upper bail then pull the upper bail to the rear 110 4978 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 2 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance on the machine 4 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot stay away from moving parts 5 Warning stop the engine before leaving the machine 110 4977 1 Thrown object hazard do not operate the mower with out a bag in place 112 8760 1 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance Manufacturer s Mark from the machine 2 Cutting dismemberment of hand or foot stay away from 1 Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer moving parts o Asser 98 4387 1 Warning wear hearing protection Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped emu emm S o e Handle Bolt 5 16 x 7 8 inch Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 2 inches Washer Locknut 5 16 inch Cable tie Sei tapping screw Install the fuel tank and fuel line Fuel tank No parts required p Fill the crankcase with oil Note Determine the left and right sides of the machine Ku from the normal
28. r PIHEOES ues accio ead etos 18 Changing the Engine Oil s mssmwa 19 Changing the Oil Filtet mmwmmwa 19 Servicing the Spark PIUg wwemmmmmwa 20 Fuel System Maintenance nonem OM Nds 21 Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Puel aa 21 Drive System Maintenance ue ee ie tive edat 21 Adjusting the Self propel Drive noe 21 Servicing the Wheels couscous treten 22 Controls System Maintenance s smmssmewa 23 Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable ee 23 Blade Maintenance cc tpe a o NC rs pd di 25 Maintaining the Cutting Blade 25 OVO rai ee M e WAA 26 Cleaning under the Mower Housing 26 Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield 27 EOLA C MM AA AA AA 28 Preparing the Fuel System cou oerte 28 Printed in the USA All Rights Reserved Piepatinp the EBOIne ied dv cR o ra pits General Information cs uoscemir nee P turni Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage Troubleshooting Safety Improperly using ot maintaining this mower can result in injury To reduce the potential for injury comply with these safety instructions This mower was designed and tested for reasonably safe service howevet failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury To ensure maximum safety best performance and to gain knowledge of the product it is essentia
29. r the lawn for even fertilization See leaning under the Mower Housing If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory try Keep the engine in good running condition one or more of the following e Set the engine speed to the fastest position for the Sharpen the blade best cutting results Walk at a slower pace while mowing Raise the cutting height on your mower Cut the grass more frequently e Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass e Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch lower than the rear wheels For example set the front wheels at 2 1 2 inches 64 mm and the rear wheels at 3 inches 76 mm Cutting Leaves After cutting the lawn ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover You may need to make more than one pass over the leaves 15 For light leaf coverage set all the wheels at the same cutting height setting If there are more than 5 inches 12 7 cm of leaves on the lawn set the front cutting height 1 or 2 notches higher than the rear cutting height This makes it easiet to feed the leaves under the mower housing Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does not cut the leaves finely enough If you mow over oak leaves you can add lime to the grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the oak leaves 16 Maintenance Note Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position Reco
30. ranty does not cover for minor mechanical adjustments unless they are due to defective material or workmanship Consult the Owners Handbook or a Hayter Authorised Service Dealer for assistance when making these adjustments To make a warranty claim return the unit to a Hayter Authorised Service Dealer along with proof of purchase stating the machine serial number and date of purchase Subject to the conditions and exclusions in this limited warranty the authorised dealer will at our option repair or replace any warranted part within the duration of the warranty period This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and is in addition to any statutory rights to which you may be entitled and your statutory rights are not affected by this warranty If you need additional information concerning this written warranty or assistance in obtaining services please write to HAYTER LIMITED Service Department Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 4BU UK ONLY Details of your local Hayter authorised dealer are contained in Yellow Pages and the Hayter Website www hayter co uk or contact Freephone 0800 616298 Warranty 070199 Harrier Issue 26 03 99 CUSTOMER INFORMATION Code Serial No Date of Sale Your Local Dealer HAYTER LIMITED SPELLBROOK BISHOP S STORTFORD HERTS CM23 4BU ENGLAND
31. re 4 1 F The engine crankcase is shipped without oil You must Fuel tank 3 Fuel line RE i 2 Elbow fitting 4 Fuel line clamp fill it with approximately 30 oz 0 88 L of oil before starting the engine Refer to Checking the Engine Oil ae Level in the Operation section for oil specifications and 2 Secure the fuel line in place with the fuel line clamp instructions Figure 4 3 Slide the plastic clips on the front of the fuel tank onto the fuel tank mount Figure 5 Product Overview G002535 11 1 Handle 8 Oil fill dipstick not shown 2 Blade control bar 9 Air filter 3 Control bar lock 10 Cutting height lever 4 Ground speed control 11 Spark plug lever 5 Traction control bar 12 Oil filter 6 Fuel tank 13 Grass bag 7 Starter handle 14 Throttle control lever Controls The blade control bar control bar lock ground speed control lever throttle control lever and traction control bar are on the upper handle as shown in Figure 7 O L VA G002536 Figure 7 1 Blade control bar 4 Throttle control lever 2 Control bar lock 5 Traction control bar 3 Ground speed control lever The throttle settings are shown in Figure 8 Ezsi EY ETTAN A Tess 1 2 3 4 G002537 Figure 8 1 Choke 3 Slow 2 Fast 4 Stop Specifications weg tene wam 455E 124 Ib 59 in 23 in 38 in 56 kg 149 cm 57 cm 97 cm Operation Note Determine the left and right
32. rect The fuel tank contains stale fuel The fuel cap vent hole is plugged The air filter element is dirty and is restricting the air flow The underside of the mower housing contains clippings and debris The spark plug is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect The engine oil level is low or the oil is dirty The wire is not connected to the spark plug The spark plug is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect The throttle lever is not in the Fast position The air filter element is dirty and is restricting the air flow The blade is bent or is out of balance The blade mounting nuts are loose The underside of the mower housing contains clippings and debris The engine mounting bolts are loose All 4 wheels are not at the same height The blade is dull You are mowing in the same pattern repeatedly The underside of the mower housing contains clippings and debris The self propel drive cable is out of adjustment or is damaged There is debris under the belt cover 29 Drain and or fill the fuel tank with fresh petrol If the problem persists contact an Authorized Service Dealer Move the throttle lever to the Choke position Connect the wire to the spark plug Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary Replace the spark plug if it is pitted fouled or cracked Drain and fill the fuel tan
33. round speed control Figure 15 as desired when the engine starts Note If the engine fails to start after 3 pulls repeat steps 3 through 6 Stopping the Engine 1 Move the throttle control to the Stop position 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug if you do not use the lawn mowet ot leave it unattended 12 Disengaging the Blade Release the blade control bar Important When you release the blade control bar the blade should stop within 3 seconds If it does not stop properly stop using your mower immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer Operating the Traction Drive Engaging the Traction Drive 1 Release the traction control bar Figure 16 G002545 Figure 16 2 Move the ground speed control lever to the desired geat position 3 Squeeze the traction control bar against the handle Figure 17 G002546 Figure 17 Disengaging the Traction Drive Release the traction control bar Checking the Blade Brake Clutch Check the blade control bat before each use to ensure that the blade brake clutch system is operating properly You can use the grass bag to perform an additional test to check the blade brake clutch mechanism 1 Install the empty grass bag on the discharge tunnel 2 Start the engine 3 Pull the blade control bar to the normal blade engaged position The bag should begin to inflate indicating that the blade is engaged and rotating 4 Release
34. shrouding and the top of the mower housing 4 Check the condition of the blade Refer to Maintaining the Cutting Blade 5 Clean the BBC shield refer to Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield 6 Service the air filter refer to Servicing the Air Filter 7 Lubricate the pivot arms refer to Lubricating the Pivot Arms 8 Tighten all nuts bolts and screws 9 Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage 1 Check and tighten all fasteners 2 Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder 3 Clean the spark plug or replace it 1f it is cracked broken or if the electrodes ate worn 4 Install the spark plug and torque it to 17 ft lb 23 N m 5 Perform any needed maintenance procedures refer to Maintenance 6 Fill the fuel in the fuel tank with fresh petrol 7 Check the engine oil level 8 Connect the wire to the spark plug 28 Troubleshooting Engine does not start Engine starts hard or loses power Engine runs rough Lawn mower or engine vibrates excessively Uneven cutting pattern Mower does not self propel The fuel tank is empty or the fuel system contains stale fuel The throttle lever is not in the Choke position The wire is not connected to the spark plug The spark plug is pitted fouled or the gap is incor
35. side of the blade to maintain its original cutting angle Figure 37A and inner cutting edge radius Figure 37B The blade will remain balanced if you remove the same amount of material from both cutting edges A 1 B 2 G002279 Figure 37 1 Sharpen at this angle only 2 Maintain the original radius here 25 Balancing the Blade M Check the balance of the blade by placing the center hole of the blade over a nail or screwdriver shank clamped horizontally in a vise Figure 38 G002280 Figure 38 Note You can also check the balance using a commercially manufactured blade balancer 2 If either end of the blade rotates downward file that end not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting edge The blade is properly balanced when neither end drops Installing the Blade 1 Install a sharp balanced Hayter blade the anti scalp cup and the blade nuts The sail of the blade must point toward the top of the mower housing for proper installation Torque the blade nuts to 23 to 27 ft lb 32 to 37 N m 2 Return the mower to its operating position 3 Connect the wire to the spark plug Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower Housing To ensure the best performance keep the underside of the mower housing clean Washing Method Service Interval Before each use or daily 1 Position the mower on a flat concrete or asphalt surface near a garden hose Start the engine Hold
36. tches 1 Lower anchor bracket Note The lower belt has been removed in Figure 30 for the purpose for clarity It is not necessary to remove the lower belt cover to perform this procedure 22 Move the lower anchor bracket up one hole Figure 30 Repeat steps 1 through 3 to adjust the control bar Note When you install a new belt move the lower anchor bracket to its original factory position which is indicated by the notches next to the holes in the bracket Figure 30 Servicing the Wheels Removing the Wheels 1 2 3 o RON Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Disconnect the wire from the spatk plug Figure 12 Remove the bolt the wheel spacer and the locknut mounting the wheel to the pivot arm Figure 31 Separate the wheel halves from the tyre by removing 4 cap screws and 4 locknuts Figure 31 Note If you remove the beatings from the bearing hub assembly remove them by pressing on the bearing spacer Figure 31 1 2 3 4 5 1 Figure 31 Locknuts 6 Plastic cover rear wheels only Wheel spacer 7 Lug Bearing hub assembly 8 Bearing 2 Bearing spacer 9 Bolt Wheel half Assembling the Wheels 1 Position the tyre onto one wheel half aligning the lugs on each Figure 31 Place the bearing hub assembly into the center hole of the wheel half Ensure that the legs of the hub are positioned over the flange of the hole Figure 31 Place the other
37. the blade control bail If the bag does not immediately deflate it indicates that the blade is still rotating The blade brake clutch mechanism may be deteriorating and if ignored could result in an unsafe operating condition Have the lawn mower inspected and serviced by an Authotized Service Dealer If the blade brake clutch system is inoperative the blade will continue to rotate when you release the blade control bail Contact with blade could occur causing serious injury Check the blade brake clutch operation before each use Never use a mower equipped with a blade brake clutch that has an inoperative safety system Take your mower to an Authorized Service Dealer for repair if the safety system fails to operate properly Adjusting the Cutting Height Each wheel is adjusted individually with a wheel height adjustment lever Cutting heights are 1 inch 25 mm 1 1 2 inches 38 mm 2 inches 51 mm 2 1 2 inches 64 mm 3 inches 76 mm and 3 1 2 inches 89 mm and 4 inches 102 mm Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade and result in serious injury Stop the engine and wait for all movement to stop before adjusting the cutting height Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height 1 Pull the wheel height adjustment lever toward the wheel Figure 18 and move it to the desired setting 6002550 Figure 19
38. ure may damage the seals 17 Lubricating the Gear Case Service Interval Every 100 hours After every 100 operating houts grease the gear case 1 2 Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt cover opening Figure 22 Remove the grass bag I G002553 Figure 22 Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval Every 25 hours Clean the foam pre cleaner more frequently in dusty conditions Every 300 hours Replace the paper air filter more frequently in dusty conditions Important Do not operate the engine without the air filter assembly extreme engine damage will occut 1 2 3 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Disconnect the wire from the spatk plug Figure 12 Remove the screw that secutes the air cleaner cover Figure 23 3 Gently apply one to 2 pumps of 2 multi purpose lithium base grease 4 Install the grass bag Figure 23 1 Screw 3 Paper air filter 2 Cover 4 Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly Figure 23 5 Remove the paper ait filter and discard it Figure 24 a ee ee a G002803 Figure 24 1 Paper air filter 2 Foam pre cleaner Important Do not try to clean a paper filter 18 6 Remove the foam pre cleaner and wash it with a mild detergent and water then blot it dry 7 Saturate the pre cleaner with oil then squeeze it
39. wheel half onto the bearing hub assembly aligning the wheel and the tyre lugs and the mounting holes Figure 31 Using 2 fully threaded screws or bolts 1 4 20 x 1 50 inch and non locking nuts loosely secure the wheel halves together Mount the screws or bolts in the opposing holes Figure 31 Check the alignment of all parts and tighten the screws alternating from side to side for a uniform fit until the wheel halves are drawn together Figure 31 Install the 2 bolts and 2 locknuts previously removed in the remaining holes in the wheel halves and tighten Remove the 2 long screws or bolts and replace them with 2 bolts and 2 locknuts Figure 31 Install the wheel to the pivot arm with the bolts a spacer and a locknut Ensure that the spacer is positioned between the wheel hub and the pivot arm Figure 31 Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable Whenever you install a new blade brake cable assembly ot replace the belt adjust the blade brake cable 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Figure 12 3 Remove the fuel tank from the tank bracket Note You do not need to disconnect the fuel line from the fuel tank Reset the cable adjuster on the handle so that 1 4 inch 6 mm of the threads show then tighten the nut Figure 32 D s SS G008112 SS Figure 32 1 Adjuster 3 2 Nut 1 4 inch 6 mm of threads
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