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Harrier 48/56 Pro
CODES
496G & 566G
OWNER'S HANDBOOK
Original Version (EN)
ISSUE: 20.12.10
PART NUMBER: 111-3523 (B)

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  • Page 1 Harrier 48/56 Pro CODES 496G & 566G OWNER’S HANDBOOK Original Version (EN) ISSUE: 20.12.10 PART NUMBER: 111-3523 (B)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Contents - Grassbag - Without Grass Collection Introduction - Heavy Growth - Friction Disc Specifications / Main Features - Non-Grassed Areas - Maintenance Schedule Safety Precautions 5 - 6 - Safety Alert Symbol Mower Maintenance 11 - 13 - Training - Carburettor Adjustments - Preparation - Oil Service...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Hayter Limited of liability for any resulting damage or injury. IMPORTANT: This ‘Owners Handbook’ should be regarded as part of the mower as it Hayter mowers are robustly constructed and designed for efficient economical perform- gives essential information regarding mower safety, operation, maintenance and specifica- ance under normal mowing conditions.
  • Page 4: Specifications / Main Features

    SPECIFICATIONS / MAIN FEATURES Code Engine Briggs & Stratton Briggs & Stratton Engine type Series 850 Series 850 Engine / Cutterbar Speed 2750 rpm 2750 rpm Fuel type Unleaded petrol Unleaded petrol Fuel capacity 1.1 litres 1.1 litres Oil type SAE 30 engine oil SAE 30 engine oil Oil sump capacity...
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Alert Symbol Preparation Operation This safety alert symbol indicates important safety While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long Do not operate the engine in a confined space where messages. When you see this symbol be alert to the trousers.
  • Page 6: Operation

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operation Never touch the exhaust/exhaust guard or cooling fins Never store the mower with petrol in the tank within an cont when the engine is hot. enclosed area where fumes may reach an open flame or If the machine has to be tilted for transportation when spark.
  • Page 7: Assembling The Mower Before First Use

    ASSEMBLING THE MOWER BEFORE FIRST USE Delivery Checklist Raise the rear deflector, lower the grassbag and hook in in quantities that can be used within 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol. For added engine protection Briggs & position. Lower the deflector to rest on the grassbag. Remove the mower from the packaging and check that Stratton recommend the use of their fuel additive which the following items have been supplied correctly.
  • Page 8: Operating The Mower

    OPERATING THE MOWER Controls Forward Travel lever, apply downward pressure on the handlebar to raise the front wheels just above ground level and steer in the Operate all control levers several times and ensure that Hold the handlebar and operate the ground drive clutch required direction.
  • Page 9: Height Of Cut

    OPERATING THE MOWER Height Of Cut Non Grassed Areas shake the grassbag vigorously to clean the airways. Good grass collection depends on good air flow through the To adjust the height of cut: Grip the lever and pull side- When moving the mower across non-grassed areas, stop grassbag.
  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Schedule - Sharpen the cutterblade. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs 50 Hours Or Every Season first. More frequent service will be required if working for Change the engine oil. prolonged periods under dusty, dry conditions, or when airborne debris is present or after extensive operation 100 Hours Or Every Season cutting tall, dry grass.
  • Page 11: Mower Maintenance

    MOWER MAINTENANCE Carburettor Adjustments Air Cleaner Service Water can contaminate the fuel. Always clean with a brush or compressed air. (Refer fig.26) Should only be made by an authorised Briggs & Stratton To service the air cleaner, loosen the knob (1) and re- dealer.
  • Page 12: Securing Nuts And Bolts

    MOWER MAINTENANCE Securing Nuts & Bolts Lubrication arrangement should be checked regularly for signs of wear or damage. Ensure that the cutterblade is not bent Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Lubricate the wheels, pivot points and linkages with or cracked.
  • Page 13: Cutterblade Sharpening

    MOWER MAINTENANCE Cutterblade Sharpening with Briggs & Stratton fuel additive or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in the fuel system or on essen- A slightly worn cutterblade may be re-sharpened. Both tial carburettor parts. To ensure your mower is maintained blade edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance.
  • Page 14: Lawn Care Calendar

    LAWN CARE CALENDAR To be used as a guide only October January June There is very little work to do this month apart from Summer mowing should now be under way. It should be Rake out the thatch from the turf and spike the lawn to brushing away leaves.
  • Page 15: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION PROBLEM CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Engine stop lever released 1. Operate engine/blade stop Discharge chute blocks 1. Grass is wet 1. Mow dry grass lever 2. Cut height is too low 2. Increase cut height Engine will not turn 2.
  • Page 16: Warranty

    WARRANTY 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 authorised network (Refer to "Engine Warranty Statement").
  • Page 17: Notes

    NOTES NOTES...
  • Page 18: Customer Info / Service Records

    CUSTOMER INFORMATION SERVICE RECORD CODE SERIAL NO. 1st Y ear (12 months ) 1st Y ear (12 months ) Owner ’s Name : We certify t hat this service h as been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Serial Number: Service Dealer Date: Date:...

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