Hayter Mowers 48 PRO Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 1 362. authorised Briggs and Stratton dealer Remove grass debris from the grassbag immediately after use and check its condition for signs of damage To prevent accidents replace a damaged grassbag immediately MOWER MAINTENANCE 9 Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck housing immediately after use To prevent damage 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 Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight Replace missing or damaged items immediately Check the clutch cable operation every 25 operating hours and adjust if necessary The clutch cable is adjusted correctly when the belt drive just engages with the clutch lever positioned 32 38mm from the han dlebar Unscrew the lock nuts 1 and screw the adjuster 2 in or out as nec essary Tighten the locknuts 1 when correctly adjusted 1 22 MOWER MAINTENANCE 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 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 Turn the mower on its left han
3. If the fuel tank has to be drained this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the cut terblade Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Hayter parts Safety Symbols Safety Alert Be aware to the Danger of severing toes or fin Danger of being hit by thrown possibility of injury gers in cutting mechanism objects Carefully read the Owners Stop engine and remove spark Keep bystanders at a safe Handbook before using the plug lead before working on distance from the mower machine the mower LU off Engine Stop Symbol Height of Cut Adjustment Symbol Throttle Control Symbols Slow Fast _ 18 iz CS198 Choke ASSEMBLING THE MOWER 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 grass bag and discard Unscrew the handlebar securing knobs sufficiently to allow the handle bar to pivot Move the engine stop lever away from the engine to avoid damage and unfold the handlebar to the operating position Make sure the knobs are assembled to the outside of the handlebar and tighten to secure in position Take care to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged at the p
4. 1 31 Spring Deflector RH 480131 1 32 Rod Deflector 480062 1 33 Screw Pozi Pan Taptite 09758 2 34 Bolt Coach 09549 2 35 Knob HOC 480134 1 36 Grassbag Fabric 486019 1 37 Spring Deflector LH 480130 1 38 Plate Location LH 480082V 1 39 Plate Handlebar Retainer 480055 2 40 Cover APTO 480014 1 41 Bearing APTO 480050 1 42 Screw Washer Hd Taptite 09575 2 43 Bush 340154 2 44 Screw Taptite 09349 3 45 Foam Strip 480119 1 46 Lever HOC 480128 1 1 29 PARTS LIST NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY ITEM NOTE 47 Ratchet HOC Moulding 480147 1 48 Throwplate Main Body 480011 1 49 Screw Taptite 09545 4 50 Bearing Roller Housing 219102 2 51 Roller Rear W A 480210 1 52 Spring Tension Rear Axle 480133 2 53 Washer 09262 3 54 Screw Taptite 09365 22 55 Bolt Coach 09666 2 56 Nut 09657 1 57 Washer 09658 1 58 Rope Stop MU42189 1 59 Handle 486016 1 60 Washer Spring 03469 2 61 Sprocket 17 Teeth 219051 1 62 Frame Rear Roller W A 480201 1 Includes item 103 63 Key woodruff 5321 1 64 Circlip 1428 1 65 Washer 480097 4 66 Cover Transmission 480206 1 67 Chain 480209 1 68 Rod Connecting 480045 1 69 Plate Securing 219037 2 70 Filler Throwplate 480017W 1 71 Pulley Sprocket Fixed Speed 480208 1 72 Belt V APTO 486035 1 73 Washer 02575 1 74 Circlip 03096 1 75 Pulley Jockey 219156 1 76 Washer Starlock 0201086 2 77 Bracket Idler Assy 480115 1 78 Belt Guide 480116 1 79 Pulley Drive APTO 486034 1 80
5. collecting grass clippings it is important that the grassbag is emptied regularly to pre vent blockages and engine overloading Remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in the closed position OPERATING THE MOWER Heavy Growth Areas of heavy growth should be mown without collecting the clip pings If collection is required first mow the area without the grass bag 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 To prevent grass damage do not remove more than one third of grass height in one cut The cutterblade is driven by the engine via a friction disc to help pre vent damage occurring to the engine crankshaft and cutting mecha nism when a hidden obstruction or overload is encountered Always stop the engine when a hidden obstruction or excessive vibra tion is encountered Disconnect the spark plug lead and examine the cutting mechanism ALWAYS replace a damaged cutterblade refer to Maintenance When moving the mower across non grassed areas stop the engine and set the mower to the maximum height of cut to protect the cutting mechanism MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attem
6. engine until it stops Disconnect the spark plug lead Change the engine oil Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oil into the engine cylinder and replace the spark plug Do not exceed the stated volume of oil as engine damage may occur on re starting Do not replace the spark plug lead Slowly pull the engine start grip once to crank the engine This will distribute the oil and help prevent engine corrosion Clean grass and debris from the engine cylinder cylinder head cooling fins under top cowl and around and behind exhaust exhaust guard Clean all other areas of the mower and ensure that the grassbag is clean Lubricate the mower Treat metal parts with a water repellent anti corrosion product Cover the mower with a protective sheet and store it in a dry ventilat ed area 1 25 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not turn over Engine smokes Engine stop lever released Incorrect oil level Obstruction under deck Excess oil level Air cleaner cartridge oil soaked or blocked Operate engine stop lever Check oil level Remove obstruction Check oil level Service air cleaner Engine runs then stops Fuel starvation Fuel cap vent blocked Fill fuel tank Clean fuel cap vent Engine will not start Engine under load Fuel starvation Engine cold Incorrect contaminated fuel Spark plug lead disconnected Throttle set
7. oil filler dipstick Wipe oil from it with a clean cloth Screw the oil filler dipstick back in place then unscrew and remove it to check the oil level The oil level is correct when it is at the full mark on the dipstick DO NOT OVERFILL Always use clean fresh unleaded petrol Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days Never mix oil with petrol For added engine protection Briggs amp Stratton recommend the use of their fuel additive which is available from an authorised Briggs amp Stratton serv ice dealer Fill to base of neck to allow for fuel expansion Do not overfill the fuel tank OPERATING THE MOWER Operate all control levers several times and ensure that the cables move freely Check that the engine 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 x position 7 J Move the throttle control lever to the choke N position before start ing a cold engine Move the throttle control lever to the fast y posi tion before starting a warm engine Stand behind the mower and hold the handlebar together with the engine stop lever with your left hand With your right hand hold the engine start grip and pull slowly until resistance is felt then pull rap idly to crank the
8. Harrier 48 Pro CODE 486A OWNER S HANDBOOK English Version FROM SERIAL NO 486A001001 HANDBOOK 486046 Rev 1 Issue 10 05 04 MAIN FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS COST see ROD NO 10 MIA 12 113 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Main Features Spark Plug Lead Primer Bulb Engine Cover Air Cleaner Fuel Cap Serial Number Label Oil Filler Cap amp Dipstick Handlebar Securing Knob Rear Deflector Engine Start Grip Throttle Control Engine Stop Lever Handlebar Ground Drive Clutch Lever Grassbag Assembly Support Brace Handlebar Height Adjuster Height of Cut Lever 3 Exhaust Guard Front Rail 20 Specifica tions MODEL CODE 486A Engine Briggs amp Stratton Intek Edge 55 Engine Type 12K682 0116 El Engine Cutterblade Speed 2800 rpm Fuel Type Unleaded Petrol Fuel Capacity 1 5 litres Oil Type SAE 30 engine oil Oil Sump Capacity 0 6 litres Spark Plug 491055 Briggs amp Stratton Spark Plug Gap 0 76mm Width of Cut 480mm Height of Cut 12 65mm Overall Dimensions 1044 x 514 x 1377mm Dry Weight 49 Kg HAYTER HAYTER EE MAKERS OF THE FINEST MOWERS HA MAKERS OF THE FINEST MOWERS 1ST Year 12 months 1ST Year 12 months We certify that this service has been ne carried out by an Authorised Hayter i Serial Number Service Dealer Date Date OO Note for dealer Please retain this voucher for your records gt HAYTER HAYTER EE MAKERS OF THE FINE
9. Notified body identification No 1088 Measured sound power level 95 dB A Guaranteed sound power level 96 dB A Standards Used EN2921 EN836 and ENISO 14982 Signed S Date 13 03 02 az Declaration done and Technical Documentation kept at HAYTER LIMITED M A Wright Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Technical Director Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND VIBRATION INFORMATION Lawnmower vibration information RMS acceleration measured in 3 axes at operators contact position on the handlebars CODE 486A 5 ms PARTS LIST NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY ITEM NOTE 1 Mainframe Casting 486015V 1 2 Plate Location RH 480083V 1 3 Clamp Boss Inner 480084W 2 4 Clamp Boss Outer 480085W 2 5 Nut Nyloc Insert T Type 09441 4 6 Key Woodruff 1662 1 7 Throttle Control 486031 1 8 Engine B S Intek edge 55 OHV 486040 1 9 Decal Engine 486005 1 10 Knob Handlebar 480088 2 11 Handlebar Lower 480168W 2 12 Bolt Handlebar 09785 2 13 Nut Nylon Insert 09544 1 14 Washer Plain 09472 1 15 Guide Rope 305093 1 16 Pin Pivot 340182 2 17 Decal Grass Blade 410064 1 18 Lever Engine 340179 1 19 Washer Nylon 09688 2 20 Handlebar 341029 1 21 Lever Clutch 306094W 1 22 Screw 09687 2 23 Cable Guide 480123 1 24 Bracket Cable Clutch 306108 1 25 Screw 09704 1 26 Cable Clutch 480094 1 27 Grassbag Assy 486021 1 Includes items 28 36 8 101 28 Frame Grassbag 486018W 1 29 Deflector Rear 480140 1 30 Pin Roll 03997
10. ST MOWERS i EE MAKERS OF THE FINEST MOWERS 2nd Year 24 months 2nd Year 24 months Owner s Name We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Serial Number Service Dealer Date Date Note for dealer Please retain this voucher for your records 18 1 14 1 2 15 16 1 7 1 11 1 11 1 11 1 12 1 12 1 12 1 12 1 12 1 13 1 13 1 13 1 13 1 13 1 17 1 14 1 14 1 14 1 14 1 15 1 15 1 15 1 15 1 16 1 16 1 16 1 16 1 17 1 17 1 17 Main Features Specifications Contents Introduction Warranty Safety Precautions Safety Symbols Decal Symbols Assembling the Mower Delivery Checklist Handlebar Adjust Handlebar Height Grassbag Attachment Before Starting the Mower Prevent Engine Damage Oil Type Check Oil Level Fuel Type Operating The Mower Controls Starting Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Forward Travel Turning Stopping Slopes Height of Cut Before Mowing Grassbag Without Grass Collection Heavy Growth Friction Disc Non Grassed Areas 1 18 1 19 1 25 1 19 1 19 1 19 1 20 1 20 1 21 1 21 1 21 1 22 1 22 1 22 1 23 1 23 1 24 1 24 1 25 1 26 1 27 1 28 1 29 1 31 1 32 1 34 1 35 1 36 CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule Mower Maintenance Engine Throttle Cable Adjustment Carburettor Adjustments Oil Service Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Serv
11. Spring Torsion Idler 480066 1 81 Bush 4452 1 82 Washer M12 H D 09280 1 83 Washer Spring 09273 1 84 Bolt UNF 09121 1 85 Distance Piece Cutterbar 4014 1 86 Cutterbar 19 480149 1 87 Cover Throwplate Drive 480012 1 88 Disc Friction 480070W 1 89 Spacer 480072 1 90 Cap Hub 219143 2 91 Nut UNF Nyloc 4486 2 92 Wheel 5218 2 1 30 PARTS LIST NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY ITEM NOTE 93 Axle Front W A 219031 1 94 Moulding Front axle Bearing 219036 2 95 Fin Front Insert 480013 1 96 Decal Hayter amp Royal Warrant 410087 1 97 Nut M8 Shouldered 480086 2 98 Cap 234051 2 99 Plug Tube 300160 2 100 Tie Cable 3966 4 101 Handle Grip 480106 1 102 Brace Support 486039W 2 103 Bracket HOC 480157W 1 104 Torsion Spring HOC 480132 1 105 Rivet 2 106 Screw 09634 2 107 Ratchet 480156 1 108 Cable Engine Brake 486007 1 109 Rail Front 486008W 1 110 Screw 09358 3 111 Screw 09368 2 112 Washer 09475 6 113 Bolt Coach 09668 4 114 Nut 09438 5 115 Washer Nylon 4017 2 116 Screw Washer Hd Taptite 09546 2 117 Setscrew M6 x 55 09780 1 118 1 31 PARTS LIST 1 32 Includes Items 27 Grassbag Assy 28 36 amp 101 117 2C486A01C Notes 1 33 Notes 1 34 Notes 1 35 CUSTOMER INFORMATION mane Engine Type 12K682 0166 El Engine Briggs amp Stratton Intek Edge 55 Date of Sale Your Local Dealer
12. be replaced immedi ately with a genuine Hayter replacement part Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes carbon monoxide can collect Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling Always pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt Then pull the cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Avoid using the mower on wet grass where feasible Always be sure of your footing on slopes Walk never run Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Do not mow excessively steep slopes of more than 20 degrees Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards you Stop the engine before moving the mower across areas other than grass Never operate the mower unless the guards are securely in position and in good condition Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine Disengage the rear roller drive clutch before starting the engine Start the engine carefully with feet well away from the cutterblade SAFETY PRECAUTIONS de 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 co
13. d side and ensure that the air clean er side of the engine is uppermost Firmly grip the end of the cutterblade with the gloved hand and remove the bolt spring washer and distance piece securing the cutterblade with a 9 16 A F spanner To prevent accidents never work on the cutterblade unless the spark plug lead has been removed The cutterblade has sharp edges ALWAYS wear strong gloves to protect your hands when working on the cutterblade DO NOT rotate tools towards the cut ting edges to avoid the risk of injury should the tool slip ALWAYS use genuine Hayter replacement parts The condition of the cutterblade and its mounting arrangement should be checked regularly for signs of wear or damage Ensure that the cut terblade is not bent or cracked A damaged cutterblade that is out of balance will vibrate excessively and may break DO NOT use an unbalanced cutterblade Regularly check that the bolt securing the cutterblade is tightened to the specified torque of 54Nm Replace the cutterblade every 2 years of sooner if excessively worn or damaged To prevent injury it is wise to seek assistance when turning the mower on its side 1 23 MOWER MAINTENANCE Assemble the cutterblade with the turned up edges facing towards the engine Secure the cutterblade using the bolt 1 spring washer 2 and distance piece 3 and tighten to a torque of 54Nm A slightly worn cutterblade may be re sharpened Both blade edg
14. engine Carefully return the start grip to the storage position when the engine starts If the engine does not start after 5 attempts refer to Trouble Shooting The engine stop lever must be held firmly against the handlebar to start and keep the engine running If the engine stop lever is released the engine will stop Allow the engine to warm up and move the throttle lever to the fast position after starting a cold engine To prevent damage never pull the engine start grip when the engine is running 4 Hold the handlebar and operate the ground drive clutch lever to power the mower in a forward direction When the ground drive clutch lever is disengaged the mower may be pushed This feature is useful when mowing in confined areas If the engine stop lever is released the engine will stop To make a wide turn steer the mower with the handlebar in the direc tion required To make a tight turn release the ground drive clutch lever apply down ward pressure on the handlebar to raise the front wheels just above ground level and steer in the required direction To prevent accidents do not raise the front of the mower exces sively when making a turn Never raise the rear of the mower when the engine is running Release the ground drive clutch lever reduce the throttle setting and release the engine stop lever Emergency stop Release both ground drive clutch
15. er quickly in an emergency Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower Never mow while people especially children or pets are nearby Keep in mind that the user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property gt E While mowing always wear substantial footwear and long trousers Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine WARNING Petrol is highly flammable Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap from the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot Allow the engine to cool for at least two minutes before refu elling Do not attempt to start the engine if petrol is spilled or a smell of petrol is present Move the mower away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 A damaged cutterblade must
16. es 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 Sharpen both cutting edges with a flat file to restore performance x Ensure that the cutterblade is balanced Use a screw driver with a round shaft to support the cutterblade through its centre hole Hold the cutterblade horizontal and then release A balanced cutterblade will remain horizontal If the cutterblade is not balanced the heavy end will rotate downwards Sharpen the heavy end until the cutterblade is correctly balanced 1 24 MOWER MAINTENANCE To store the handlebar unscrew the 2 small securing knobs sufficient ly 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 dam aged through contact with the engine spark plug Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected with Briggs amp Stratton fuel additive or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburettor parts To ensure your mower is maintained in good working order it is important that the following procedure is adopted Refer to the Maintenance section as necessary Drain fuel from the engine by operating the
17. ice Keeping Engine Clean Grassbag Deck Housing Securing Nuts and Bolts Clutch Cable Adjustment Lubrication Cutterblade Removal Cutterblade Assembly Cutterblade Sharpening Storage Trouble Shooting Declaration of Conformity Parts List Parts list Diagram Notes Customer Info 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 Make sure you are familiar with all the controls and points of regular maintenance If you have any doubts consult your local Hayter authorised dealer who will be pleased to give you assistance IMPORTANT This mower is designed solely for use in a domestic grass cutting environment Use in any other way is considered as contrary to the intended use Compliance with and strict adherence to the conditions of operation service and repair as specified in this handbook also constitute essential elements of the intended use This mower should be operated serviced and repaired only by persons who are familiar with its particular characteristics and who are acquainted with the relevant safety procedures The safety precautions listed in thi
18. ivot point Adjust Handlebar Height Unscrew the two handlebar securing Knobs to release the handlebar brace then loosen the two nyloc nuts at the base of the handlebar suf ficiently to allow it to be moved to the upper middle or lower position Re attach the handlebar brace in relevant hole for best position and comfort Ensure that both sides are set to the same height Tighten both the nyloc nuts and knobs to secure the handlebar in place Raise the rear deflector lower the grassbag through the handlebar and hook in position Lower the deflector to rest on the grassbag i THE MOWER 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 0 Always use high quality detergent oil classified For service SE SE SG SAE 30 oil Never use additives with recommended oils SAE 10W 30 multigrade oil may be used but this will result in higher engine operating temperatures with consequential high oil consump tion It is imperative that the oil level is checked more frequently if this grade of oil is used in order to guard against serious engine damage To prolong the life of your engine it is important that the oil is changed after the first 5 hours of use refer to Maintenance Schedule Clean around the oil filler cap before removing With the mower on a level surface unscrew and remove the
19. lever and engine stop lever together If the engine fails to stop move the throttle lever to the slow posi tion and disconnect the spark plug lead To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees OPERATING THE MOWER 1 16 N J 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 Always select a height of cut to suit operating conditions Prevent engine overloading and blockages by avoiding low cuts in long grass conditions Be prepared to make two cuts when the grass is long g To prevent accidents thoroughly inspect the area and remove all objects which when contacted by the mower cutterblade could become dangerous projectiles Inspect the area for hidden obstruc tions which when contacted by the cutterblade could risk health and safety Remember the location of these obstructions and ensure that you mow around them y d Raise the rear deflector and lift the grassbag through the handlebar and lower the rear deflector to rest against the rear of the mower To empty the grassbag pour out the grass clippings and shake the grassbag vigorously to clean the airways Good grass collection depends on good air flow through the grassbag When
20. nit 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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of mjury 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 Before using the mower read the owners handbook carefully Pay par ticular attention to the safety precautions Ensure that you are familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Learn how to stop the mow
21. o service the air cleaner loosen the two screws 1 and remove cover 2 Carefully remove pre cleaner 3 and cartridge 4 wash in a solu tion of liquid detergent and water Allow to air dry thoroughly before fitting If very dirty replace Do not use petroleum solvents Do not use pressurised air Do not oil the cartridge After servicing install the pre cleaner and cartridge in the assembly base 5 Replace the cover and securely tighten the screw to the base 1 20 MOWER MAINTENANCE f Use only Briggs amp 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 amp Stratton service dealer Check the spark plug gap with a feeler gauge and set at 0 76mm K Remove all grass and debris from the engine including the exhaust exhaust guard the air ways in the top cowl and the surround ing deck areas on a daily basis after use Never spray the engine with water during cleaning Water can contaminate the fuel Always clean with a brush or compressed air Grass and debris may clog the engine s air cooling system especially after prolonged operation while cutting tall dry grass The internal cool ing fins and surfaces may require cleaning to prevent overheating and engine damage We recommended that this service be carried out by an
22. oling fins when the engine is hot Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge chute Before cleaning checking or working on the mower After striking a foreign object Inspect the mower for damage and ensure necessary repairs are made before re starting If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally check immediately Stop the engine Whenever you leave the mower Before refuelling Reduce throttle control setting during engine shutdown je Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating condition Frequently check fuel lines and fittings for cracks or leaks and replace if necessary Never check for a spark when the spark plug is removed Use approved tester Inspect the exhaust periodically and replace if worn or leaking Never crank the engine with the spark plug removed Never start the engine with the air cleaner or air cleaner cover removed Never store the mower with petrol in the tank within an enclosed area where fumes may reach an open flame or spark 1 10 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS N 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
23. pting 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 O After the very first five hours change the engine oil Daily O Check the oil level Remove grass debris from around the engine exhaust exhaust guard and air ways in the top cowl and underside of the deck housing O Remove grass debris from the grassbag and check for signs of damage Check the condition of guards and safety devices and the cutterblade 25Hrs or Every Season O Change the engine oil if continuously operating under heavy load or high ambient temperature O Service the air cleaner O Lubricate wheels pivot points and linkages and grease the inner con trol cables at point of entry and exit from their outer casing Check the clutch cable adjustment Sharpen the cutterblade 50Hrs or Every Season O Change the engine oil 1 18 MOWER MAINTENANCE 1 00Hrs 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 O Replace the spark plug O Check valve clearances Engine Cowl Spark Plug Lead Carb
24. s handbook and all other generally recognised regulations on safety must be observed at all times Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve Hayter Limited of liability for any resulting damage or injury Hayter mowers are robustly constructed and designed for efficient economical performance under normal mowing conditions Correct operation and maintenance will ensure a long and satisfactory service life Prior to despatch from our factory every effort is made to ensure that your mower is delivered in perfect condition Throughout this handbook all references to left and right are as viewed from behind the han dlebar in the direction of forward travel This handbook is based on information available at the time of publication HAYTER LIMITED reserve the right to amend product specifications without prior notification 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 one year from the date of purchase The manufacturers of the engine furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their authorised 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
25. t self propel Clutch out of adjustment Adjust clutch cable Drive belt damaged Replace drive belt Poor grass collection Airflow through the Clean the grassbag grassbag is restricted Discharge chute blocked Remove blockage Wet grass Mow dry grass Grassbag full Empty grassbag Engine speed too slow Set throttle to fast position 1 27 DECLARATION OF 1 28 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY HAYTER LIMITED Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND declare that the lawnmower Models Harrier 48 Pro Machine Type No CODE 486A Category Auto Drive Electric Start Type Pedestrian Rotary Engine manufacturer Briggs amp Stratton Speed of rotation 2800 rpm Width of cutting device 480mm Speed of rotation of the cutting device 2800 rpm Complies with the provisions of Directive 98 37 EC Essential Health amp Safety Requirements Relating to the Design amp Construction of Machinery and Safety Components as amended and the regulations transposed into national law Also Directive 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility as amended and the regulations transposed into national law Also Directive 2000 14 EC Noise emission in the environment by equipment for use outdoors and the regula tions transposed into national law procedure applied for the conformity assessment ANNEX VI procedure 1 Notified Body Sound Research Laboratories Ltd Holbrook House Little Waldingfield Sudbury Suffolk ENGLAND
26. ting incorrect Engine brake not released Faulty spark plug Wiring fault Raise height of cut Fill fuel tank Set throttle to choke position Drain fuel tank and fill with correct fuel Connect spark plug lead Set throttle to fast position Operate engine brake lever Clean and adjust gap or replace Check wiring Engine runs rough 1 26 Spark plug lead becoming disconnected in use Faulty spark plug Air cleaner blocked Incorrect contaminated fuel Connect spark plug lead Clean and adjust gap or replace Service air cleaner Drain tank and fill with correct fuel 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 Consult your dealer Uneven cut Undulating ground conditions Change direction of travel Cutterblade worn Sharpen the cutterblade Cutterblade out of balance Balance the cutterblade Wheels roller damaged Inspect and replace as necessary Discharge chute blocks Grass is wet Mow dry grass Cut height too low Increase cut height Grassbag full Empty grassbag Airflow through the Clean the grassbag grassbag is restricted Engine speed too slow Set throttle to fast position Mower is hard to push Cut height too low Increase cut height Wheels roller damaged Inspect and replace as necessary Mower will no
27. uretor Exhaust Guard Exhaust Oil fill Dipstick Start Grip Fuel Cap Finger Guard Air Cleaner SI SOV UT E be o Loosen casing clamp screw 1 and move the governor lever 2 in the direction of screw 1 as far as posible Move the throttle con trol to the choke position Tighten casing clamp screw Carburettor Adjustments Should only be made by an authorised Briggs amp Stratton dealer Under no circumstances should the engine be adjusted to run at a speed in excess of that shown on the Declaration of Conformity 1 19 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 Drain the oil while the engine is warm Not hot 5 Tip the mower over on to its left hand side thus ensuring that the air cleaner is kept uppermost to prevent engine damage 6 Remove the oil filler dipstick and drain the oil into a suitable container 7 Refill with new oil of the recommended SAE viscosity grade Refer to Before Starting the Mower Air Cleaner Service T
28. 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 warranty does not cover for minor mechanical adjustments unless they are due to defective material or workmanship Consult the Owner s Handbook or a Hayter Authorised Service Dealer for assistance when making these adjustments To make a warranty claim return the u
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