Sterling Plumbing Harrier 48 User's Manual
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1. 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 gJ 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 or result in damage to the mower Remember the loca tion of these obstructions and ensure that you mow around them Y 2 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 collecting grass clippings it is important that the grassbag is emptied regularly to pre vent blockages and engine overloading OPERATING THE MOWER Remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in the closed positi2. 1 Throttle Control amp OPC Cable 480093 1 0 8 Engine B S 481144 0 1 Quantum XTS50IC Engine B S 480174 1 0 Quantum XTS50IC 9 Decal Engine 1 1 Briggs amp Stratton 10 Knob Handlebar 480088 2 2 11 Handlebar Lower 480168W 2 2 12 Bolt Handlebar 226024 2 2 13 Nut Nylon Insert 09544 1 1 14 Washer Plain 09472 1 1 15 Guide Rope 305093 1 1 16 Pin Pivot 340182 2 2 17 Grip Fix 04020 1 1 Not Illustrated 18 Lever Engine 340179 1 1 19 Washer Nylon 09688 2 2 20 Handlebar 341029 1 1 21 Lever Clutch 306094W 1 1 22 Screw 09687 2 2 23 Cable Guide 480123 1 1 24 Bracket Cable Clutch 306108 1 1 25 Screw Deltite Posi Pan 09600 2 2 26 Cable Clutch 480094 1 1 27 Grassbag Assy 486021 1 1 Inc 28 36 amp 112 28 Frame Grassbag 486018W 1 1 29 Deflector Rear 480140 1 1 30 Rivet 09336 2 2 31 Spring Deflector RH 480131 1 1 22 Rod Deflector 480062 1 1 29 Screw Hex Hd Taptite 09758 2 2 34 Bolt Coach 09549 2 2 35 Knob HOC 480134 1 1 36 Grassbag Fabric 486019 1 1 37 Spring Deflector LH 480130 1 1 38 Plate Location LH 480082V 1 1 39 Plate Handlebar Retainer 480055 2 2 1 32 PARTS LIST ITEM NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY ITEM NOTE 480 481 40 Cover APTO 480014 1 1 41 Bearing APTO 480050 1 1 42 Screw Washer Hd Taptite 09575 3 3 43 Bush 340154 2 2 44 Screw Taptite 09349 3 3 45 Screw 09634 2 2 46 Lever HOC 480128 1 1 47 Ratchet Moulding HOC 480126 1 1 48 Throwpla
3. FINEST MOWERS 1ST Year 12 months 1ST Year 12 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 gt HAYTER HAYTER Ms MAKERS OF THE FINEST MOWERS 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 12 15 16 17 1 8 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 14 1 19 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 17 117 117 1 18 1 19 1 19 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 Engine Prevent Engine Damage Oil Type Check Oil Level Fuel Type Operating The Mower Controls Starting Step 1 Step2 Step3 Electric Start Forward Travel Turning Stopping Slopes Height of Cut Before Mowing Grassbag Without Grass Collection Heavy Growth Friction Disc
4. Non Grassed Areas Lawn Care Calendar Guide Only Lawn Stripes 1 20 121 1 29 1 32 1 20 1 20 1 20 1 20 1 20 1 28 1 21 1 21 1 21 1 22 1 22 1 23 1 23 1 23 1 24 1 24 1 24 1 25 4 25 1 26 1 26 1 27 1 28 1 30 131 1 34 1 35 1 36 CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule First 5Hrs Daily 25 Hrs or Every Season 50 Hrs or Every Season 100 Hrs or Every Season Mower Maintenance Engine Throttle Cable Adjustment Carburettor Adjustments Oil Service Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Service Keeping Engine Clean Grassbag Deck Housing Securing Nuts and Bolts Clutch Cable Adjustment Lubrication Cutterblade Removal Cutterblade Assembly Cutterblade Sharpening Storage Battery Charging Trouble Shooting Declaration of Conformity Parts List Parts list Diagram Customer Info Notes INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efficient service from your machine 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 p
5. engine Note cranking the engine for more than 15 seconds in any one minute can damage the starter motor If necessary the engine can be started man ually without using the ignition switch To prevent engine damage do not operate the ignition key when the engine is running 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 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 OPERATING THE 1 16 To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees
6. ground moisture September Raise the height of cut to allow the grass to thicken and protect the roots from the winter frost and snow October Rake out the thatch from the turf and spike the lawn to assist in drainage Brush in peat and sharp sand No vember Use a stiff broom to disperse worm casts before mowing Keep turf free from leaves December Apart from brushing away leaves December is a slack end of a busy year Keep off the lawn if it is very wet or frozen Lawn Stripes The way to achieve a neat striped effect is for the lawn being cut in parallel stripes alternate stripes being mown in opposite directions A much more important routine is to cut at right angles to the line of the previous mowing If the work has been carried in a north south line then the next cutting should be in an east west direction The cross cutting keeps down the coarse weed grasses To prevent grass damage do not remove more than one third of the grass height in one cut MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower Follow the hourly or calendar intervals whichever occurs first More frequent service will be required if working for prolonged periods under dusty dry conditions or when airborne debris is present or after extensive operation cutting ta
7. 2 Wheel 5218 2 2 93 Axle Front W A 219031 1 1 94 Moulding Front Axle Bearing 219036 2 2 95 Fin Front Insert 480013 1 1 96 Decal Hayter amp Royal Warrant 410087 1 1 97 Nut M8 Shouldered 480086 2 2 98 Ratchet 480156 1 1 99 Plug Tube 300160 2 2 100 Tie Cable 3966 3 3 101 Sealing Strip 480119 0 2 102 Key Ignition 6426 0 1 103 Lid Battery 488024 0 1 104 Foam Pad Short 488023 0 1 105 412009 0 1 106 Spring Torsion 480132 1 1 107 Foam Pad Long 488021 0 2 108 Battery Box 226090 0 1 109 Battery Charger 412010 0 1 110 Bracket 480157W 1 1 111 Guard Transmission 480164 1 1 112 Handle Grip 480106 1 1 113 Lead Battery 4120014 0 1 114 Screw Taptite 09546 0 2 PARTS LIST Includes Items 27 Grassbag Assy 28 36 amp 112 4C481D01A 1 35 CUSTOMER INFORMATION NOTES Engine Type 12G882 1515 21 Engine Briggs amp Stratton Quantum XTS 50 IC Engine Type 12L887 1562 21 Engine Briggs amp Stratton Quantum XTS 50 I C Date of Sale Your Local Dealer Notes 1 36
8. Harrier 48 CODE 480D 481D Autodrive Autodrive Electric Start OWNER S HANDBOOK English Version CODE SERIAL NO HANDBOOK 111 0436 Rev A 480D 250000001 481D 250000001 Issue 24 10 05 MAIN FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS Main Features J Spark Plug Lead Air Cleaner Engine Cover Fuel Cap Oil Filler Cap amp Dipstick Rear Deflector Engine Start Grip Engine Stop Lever 7 Handlebar 10 Ground Drive Clutch Lever 11 Throttle Control 12 Grassbag Assembly 13 Handlebar Securing Knob 14 Handlebar Height Adjust Knob 15 Height of Cut Lever 16 Exhaust Guard 17 Battery 481 Only 18 Ignition Key 481 Only 19 Serial Number Decal SOO pO Ein Sir par 2C481C02A Specifications 4 MODEL CODE 480 CODE 481 Engine Briggs amp Stratton Briggs amp Stratton Quantum XTS 50 IC Quantum XTS 50 IC Engine Type 12G882 1515 21 12G887 1514 21 Engine Cutterblade Speed 2800 rpm 2800 rpm Fuel Type Unleaded Petrol Unleaded Petrol Fuel Capacity 1 5 litres 1 5 litres Oil Type SAE 30 engine oil SAE 30 engine oil Oil Sump Capacity 0 6 litres 0 6 litres Spark Plug Champion RJ19LM NGKBR2LM Champion RJI9LM NGKBR2LM Spark Plug Gap 0 76mm 0 76mm Width of Cut 480mm 480mm Height of Cut 13 65mm 13 65mm Overall Dimensions 1520 x 505 x 1120mm 1520x 505 x 1120mm Dry Weight 46 5 Kg 50 5 Kg HAYTER HAYTER Em MAKERS OF THE FINEST MOWERS mmm MAKERS OF THE
9. RRANTY 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 To qualify for the full benefit of the warranty the warranty registration card must be returned within 14 days of purchase 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 To qualify for the extended warranty second and third year of the three year limited warranty the machine must have annual services carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer These chargeable services should be carried out within 12 and 24 months of the date of purchase Excluded from the extended warranty period are those items which are subject to normal wear and tear e g tyres wheels cutterblades belts cables grassbags sweeper brushes batteries and other consumable wearing parts All consumer machines which are fitted with a genuine Hayter friction disc as original equipment before use are covered by a Lifetime Warranty against the e
10. WER 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 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 Sharpen both cutting edges with a flat file to restore performance amp 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 26 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 o
11. anty 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 Issue 05 09 03 UK ONLY Details of your local Hayter authorised dealer are contained in Yellow Pages and the Hayter website www hayter co uk or contact contact Freephone 0800 616298 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 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 mower 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 a P 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 use
12. con necting the charger from the battery ALWAYS use the battery charger supplied with the mower Battery charging should not be necessary during normal use The engine operation will automatically charge the battery If the mower is stored for a long period recharging the battery may be necessary to per mit electric starting Charge the battery only when necessary To recharge the battery Disconnect the battery lead from the mower lead and then connect the battery lead to the charger Connect the charger plug to the mains electricity supply and switch on to charge the battery for a 14 hour period Switch off the mains electricity supply and disconnect the charger plug Disconnect the battery lead from the charger and then connect the battery lead to the mower lead IMPORTANT PREVENT DAMAGE NEVER connect the bat tery charger to the engine lead as this will cause the charger to be permanently damaged Chargers damaged in this manner will not be replaced under warranty CAUTION PREVENT ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE The battery has a separate collection mark This indicates that the used battery must be taken to an authorised disposal site It must not be disposed of with general waste PROBLEM TROUBLE SHOOTING POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not turn over Engine smokes Engine stop lever released Incorrect oil level Obstruction under deck Battery discharge Code48 1 Excess oil level Air clean
13. d 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 S 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 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 f
14. early lawn work programme really starts this month As soon as the ground conditions are suitable the first cut can be made The first cut should merely top the grass as close cutting at this stage could result in severe yellowing or browning Two cuts are generally suffi cient this month April Mow often enough to stop grass growing away Dig out patches of coarse grass or resistant weed Re seed bare patches H May Keep mowing increasing the frequency as required Treat with selec tive weed killers or combined weed feed preparations if you did not feed the lawn in April June Summer mowing should now be under way It should be necessary to mow the lawn twice a week Raking before mowing is important this month as the combined action keeps runners of clover under control Water the grass if necessary and remember to soak thoroughly July Treat the grass with the second application of fertiliser or weed killer fertiliser Water when necessary and rake occasionally As a gen eral rule the grass clippings should be removed each time you mow If weather conditions are dry and hot and the grass is weed free leave the clippings on the lawn to help maintain ground moisture H B 1 18 CAWN CARE CALENDAR Keep mowing regularly and watering as necessary Fill any cracks caused by drought with a mixture of sharp sand and soil In dry weath er conditions leave the grass longer to help retain
15. ed 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 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 7 Deck Housing Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck housing immediately after use To prevent accidents fertilisers and top dressings are particularly corrosive Thoroughly clean the mower deck immediately after use on treated grass and store well away from corrosive materials 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 MOWER MAINTENANCE Lubricate the wheels pivot points and linkages with engine oil every 25 operating hours Apply a good qual
16. engine shutdown 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 SCH Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine and the surrounding deck area free of grass leaves or excessive grease Check the rear deflector and grassbag frequently for wear or deterioration Replace worn or damaged parts for safety If the fuel tank has to be drained this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool 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 befo
17. er cartridge oil soaked or blocked Operate engine stop lever Check oil level Remove obstruction Charge battery Code481 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 setting incorrect Engine brake not released Faulty spark plug Battery discharge Code48 1 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 Charge battery Code481 Check wiring Engine runs rough Spark plug lead becoming disconnected in use Faulty spark plug Air cleaner blocked Connect spark plug lead Clean and adjust gap or replace Service air cleaner 1 29 TROUBLE SHOOTING Incorrect contaminated fuel Drain tank and fill with correct fuel PROBLEM Engine vibrates excessively POSSIBLE FAULT Mounting bolts loose Cutterblade bolt loose Cutterblade out of balance Bent crankshaft REMEDY Tighten bolts Tighten bolt Balance cutterblade Consult your dealer Uneven cut Undulating ground conditions Change direction
18. f 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 engine until it stops Disconnect the spark plug lead Change the engine oil Change the battery On Electric start only 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 Electric Start Only Disconnect the battery leads Charge the battery 1 27 MOWER MAINTENANCE PREVENT ACCIDENTS ALWAYS charge the battery in a well ventilated area NEVER charge the battery near naked flames or direct heat ALWAYS switch off the mains electricity supply before dis
19. ion when released Whilst operating the engine throttle mechanism slight resistance should be felt when moving the lever to the choke N position Move the throttle control lever to the choke position before start ing a cold engine Move the throttle control lever to the fast lt p 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 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 48 position after starting a cold engine To prevent damage never pull the engine start grip when the engine is running CDTI L 481 Only Stand behind the mower and hold the handlebar together with the engine stop lever Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direc tion and hold in position to crank the engine When the engine starts release the key and move the throttle to the fast position after starting a cold
20. itable container 7 Refill with new oil of the recommended SAE viscosity grade Refer to Before Starting the Mower Air Cleaner Service very dirty replace Do not use petroleum solvents Do not use pressurised air Do not oil the cartridge To service the air cleaner loosen screw 1 and remove cover 2 Carefully remove pre cleaner 3 and wash in a solution of liquid detergent and water Allow to air dry thoroughly before fitting Remove cartridge 4 and clean by tapping gently on a flat surface If After servicing install the pre cleaner and cartridge in the cover Insert the tabs on the bottom of the cover into the slots in the bottom of the base 5 Tilt the cover upwards and securely tighten the screw to the base 1 22 MOWER MAINTENANCE 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 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 compress
21. ity 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 hand 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 25 MO
22. leased 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 this 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 WA
23. ll dry grass First 5Hrs After the very first five hours change the engine oil Daily Check the oil level Remove grass debris from around the engine exhaust exhaust guard air ways in the top cowl and underside of the deck housing Remove grass debris from the grassbag and check for signs of damage O Check the condition of guards and safety devices and cutterblades 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 O Check the clutch cable adjustment O Sharpen the cutterblade S0Hrs or Every Season Change the engine oil 100Hrs or Every Season 1 O Clean the engine cooling system Clean more often under dusty condi tions or when airborne debris is present or after prolonged operation whilst cutting tall dry grass O Replace the spark plug 1 20 MOWER MAINTENANCE To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower 1 Air Filter 2 Fuel Cap 3 Start Grip 4 Cap Dipstick 5 Exhaust Guard 6 Spark Plug Lead _ Remove two screws securing the engine cowl and remove the cowl to expose the thro
24. ngine 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 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 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 A warranty period of 90 days applies to machines used for commercial purposes To make a warranty claim return the unit to a Hayter authorised dealer along with proof of purchase stating the machine serial number and date of purchase The service receipt s or this Owners Handbook with the Ist 2nd year service boxes fully completed must be produced as proof of entitlement to the extended warranty period 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 warr
25. 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 Mower is hard to push Cut height too low Grassbag full Airflow through the grassbag is restricted Engine speed too slow Cut height too low Wheels roller damaged Increase cut height Empty grassbag Clean the grassbag Set throttle to fast position Increase cut height Inspect and replace as necessary Mower will not self propel Clutch out of adjustment Drive belt damaged Adjust clutch cable Replace drive belt Poor grass collection 1 30 Airflow through the grassbag is restricted Discharge chute blocked Wet grass Clean the grassbag Remove blockage Mow dry grass OF CONFORMITY EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY HAYTER LIMITED Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND declare that the lawnmowers Model Harrier 48 Harrier 48 Model No CODE 480D CODE 481D Category Auto Drive Auto Drive Electric Start Type Pedestrian Rotary Pedestrian Rotary Engine Manufacturer Briggs amp Stratton Briggs amp Stratton Speed of Rotation 2800 rpm 2800 rpm Cutting width 48cm 48cm Speed of rotation of the cutting device 2800 rpm 2800 rpm Complies with the provisions of Directive 98 37 EC Essential Health amp Safety Requirements Relating to the Design am
26. on 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 Non Grassed Areas 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 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 y
27. ooting 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 Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Never pick up or carry the mower while the engine is running Never lift the rear deflector while the engine is running Never touch the exhaust exhaust guard or cooling fins when the engine is hot Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge chute 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
28. ower the deflector to rest on the grassbag 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 4 Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE 30 oil Never use additives with recommended oil 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 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 posit
29. p 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 regulations 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 Notified body identification No 1088 Measured sound power level 95 dB A 95 dB A Guaranteed sound power level 96 dB A 96 dB A Standards Used EN292 EN836 and ENISO14982 Authorised Signatory Signed Date 26 11 2004 SE Declaration done and Technical Documentation kept at lt 5 gt HAYTER LIMITED S A Maryniak Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Technical Director Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND VIBRATION INFORMATION The vibration level at the operator contact positions measured in accordance with European Standard EN836 CODE 480D 5ms CODE 481D 5 ms 1 31 PARTS LIST ITEM NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY QTY ITEM NOTE 480 481 1 Mainframe Casting 480010V 1 1 2 Plate Location RH 480083V 1 1 3 Clamp Boss Inner 480084W 2 2 4 Clamp Boss Outer 480085W 2 2 5 Handwheel Assy 480054 2 2 6 Key Woodruff 1662 1 1 7 Throttle Control amp OPC Cable 481113 0
30. re using the plug lead before working on distance from the mower machine the mower Engine Stop Symbol Height of Cut Adjustment Symbol Throttle Control Symbols TO Slow Fast 27 CS198 Choke ASSEMBLING THE MOWER Delivery Checklist Remove the mower from the packaging and check that the following items have been supplied correctly If any items are missing contact your local Hayter dealer 1 Engine Handbook 2 Grassbag 3 Charger 481 Only 4 Ignition Key 481 Only To prevent accidents cut off the long ribbon attached to the grass bag and discard 481 Only Note Prior to first use please fully charge the battery for 14 hours Refer to battery charging 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 pivot point Unscrew the two larger knobs at base of handlebar sufficiently to allow it to be moved to the upper middle or lower position Ensure both sides are set to the same height and secure in the required posi tion Raise the rear deflector lower the grassbag through the handlebar and hook in position L
31. te Main Body 480011 1 1 49 Screw Taptite 09545 4 4 50 Bearing Roller Housing 219102 2 2 51 Roller Rear W A 480151W 2 2 52 Spring Tension Rear Axle 480133 2 2 53 Washer 09262 3 3 54 Screw Taptite 09365 22 22 55 Bush Oilite Roller 340129 2 2 56 Roller Freewheel Rocket Band 340150 2 2 57 Spacer Nylon 340149 2 2 58 Shroud Freewheel 340168 2 1 59 Locknut 340163 1 1 60 Shaft Roller 480032 1 1 61 Sprocket 22 Teeth 480039 1 1 62 Frame Rear Roller W A 480159W 1 1 Inc 113 63 Key woodruff 5321 1 1 64 Circlip 1428 1 1 65 Washer 480097 4 4 66 Cover Transmission 480043 1 1 67 Chain 486037 1 1 68 Rod Connecting 480045 1 1 69 Plate Securing 219037 2 2 70 Filler Throwplate 480017W 1 1 71 Pulley Sprocket Fixed Speed 480171 1 1 T2 Belt V APTO 480063 1 1 73 Washer 02575 1 1 74 Circlip 03096 1 1 75 Pulley Jockey 219156 1 1 76 Washer Starlock 0201086 2 2 77 Bracket Idler Assy 480115 1 1 78 Belt Guide 480116 1 1 79 Pulley Drive APTO 480038 1 1 80 Spring Torsion Idler 480066 1 1 81 Bush 4452 1 1 82 Washer M12 H D 09280 1 1 1 33 PARTS LIST 1 34 DESCRIPTION PART NO ITEM NOTE 480 481 83 Washer Spring 09273 1 1 84 Bolt UNF 09121 1 1 85 Distance Piece Cutterbar 4014 1 1 86 Cutterbar 19 480149 1 1 87 Cover Throwplate Drive 480012 1 1 88 Disc Friction 480070W 1 1 89 Spacer 480072 1 1 90 Hub 219143 2 2 91 Nut UNF Nyloc 4486 2 2 9
32. ttle mechanism on the front of the engine Loosen the outer cable clamp screw 1 and move the governor control lever 2 to the left as far as possible Insert a large flat blade screw driver 3 into the slot in the engine control bracket 4 at the angle shown Push the governor control lever to the right until it just touches the screw driver blade Move the throttle con trol lever to the fast position not the choke position and re tighten the outer cable clamp screw Replace the engine cowl 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 21 MOWER MAINTENANCE Oil Service for oil checking and filling instructions 2 Remove the spark plug lead 3 Allow the engine to cool 4 Check the oil level daily before starting the engine and ensure that the correct oil level is maintained Refer to Before Starting the Mower 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 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 su
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