Hayter Ranger 53 Pro Owner's Handbook Manual

Hayter Ranger 53 Pro Owner's Handbook Manual

Hayter mowers lawn mower owner's handbook
Hide thumbs Also See for Ranger 53 Pro:

Advertisement

RANGER 53 PRO
CODE 396A
OWNER'S HANDBOOK
English Version
FROM SERIAL NO: 396A001001
HANDBOOK: 396007 (REV.0.)
ISSUE 10.04.02

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Hayter Ranger 53 Pro

  • Page 1 RANGER 53 PRO CODE 396A OWNER’S HANDBOOK English Version FROM SERIAL NO: 396A001001 HANDBOOK: 396007 (REV.0.) ISSUE 10.04.02...
  • Page 2: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Lawnmower vibration information. RMS acceleration measured in 3 - axes at operators contact position on the CODE 396A (SG56 RC VAR PROF) handlebars. Ranger 53 Pro CODE 396A (SG56 RC VAR PROF) Auto Drive/Variable Speed Pedestrian Rotary Briggs & Stratton...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION. WARRANTY. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. Decals SPECIFICATIONS. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS. General assembly. Assembling the mower for the first time. STARTING THE ENGINE. Before starting the engine. Starting the engine. STOPPING THE ENGINE. OPERATING THE MOWER. Height of Cut. Travel. Turning the mower. Mowing with grass collection.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    All 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 your machine arrives in perfect condition.
  • Page 5: 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").
  • Page 6 INJURY. CAREFULLY READ THE MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS AND INFORM OTHERS. EXERCISE GREAT CARE AND FOLLOW THE ADVICE GIVEN TO AVOID POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS. The Ranger 53 Pro is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following simple precautions may result in serious injury. Training: Read the instructions carefully.
  • Page 7 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. - Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps securely. - Replace faulty exhaust and mufflers. Always ensure that the mower is in a safe operating condition. Frequently check all nuts, bolts and screws for tightness. Use only genuine Hayter replacement parts. Damaged cutterbars and loose fixing bolts are major hazards.
  • Page 8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. Operation continued: Start the engine carefully, with feet well away from the cutterbar. 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 a mower while the engine is running. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead: - Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge chute.
  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. Maintenance and storage: Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating condition. Never store the mower with petrol in the tank within an enclosed area where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 10: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODELS CODE 396( Engine Briggs & Stratton Intek Edge 60 Engine type 121602-0166-E1 Engine / cutterbar speed 2900 rpm Fuel type Unleaded petrol. Fuel capacity 1.5 litres Oil type SAE 30 engine oil Oil sump capacity 0.6 litres Cutting width 530mm Cutting height...
  • Page 11: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY NOTICE Before using the mower, read this owners handbook carefully. Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. GENERAL ASSEMBLY Spark Plug Lead. Primer Bulb. Engine Cover. Air Filter. Fuel Filler Cap. Oil Filler Cap & Dipstick. Height of Cut Lever.
  • Page 12: Assembling The Mower For The First Time. 1.10

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.10 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME Check that parts are delivered correctly: Remove the mower from the packaging and check that all loose items have been supplied correctly. Refer to the delivery checklist opposite and the general assembly. If any items are missing, contact your local authorised Hayter Dealer.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.11 1.11 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME Continued. Assemble the grassbag: Insert metal frame into grassbag fabric and clip into position. Push grassbag flap onto frame to fix in position. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Always ensure grassbag flap is securely fitted and in good condition.
  • Page 14 1.12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME Check all fasteners are secure. Check engine stop lever operation: Operate the engine stop lever several times. Ensure that the cable moves freely and that the lever returns automatically to the engine stop position when released.
  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE 1.13 1.13 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT - 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 start- ing the engine. CS233 Oil recommendations: Always use high quality detergent oil classified "For service SE, SF, SG"...
  • Page 16 1.14 1.14 STARTING THE ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Continued. Fuel recommendations: Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol. Purchase fuel in quantities which can be used within 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol. For added engine protec- tion Briggs & Stratton recommend the use of their fuel addi- tive which is available from an authorised Briggs &...
  • Page 17: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE 1.15 1.15 STARTING THE ENGINE Operate the primer bulb: Push on the primer bulb 5 times at two second intervals to provide the extra fuel to start the engine after assembling the mower for the first time. In normal use, push on the primer bulb 3 times at two second intervals to provide the extra fuel required to start a cold engine.
  • Page 18: Stopping The Engine

    1.16 STOPPING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE Stopping the engine: Disengage the engine stop lever by re- leasing the engine stop lever. Emergency stop: If the engine stop lever fails, disconnect the spark plug lead to stop the engine. OPERATING THE MOWER SAFETY NOTICE WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING : Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead...
  • Page 19: Operating The Mower

    1.17 OPERATING THE MOWER SAFETY NOTICE Continued WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS Before mowing, thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects, which when contacted by the mower cutterbar could become dangerous projectiles. Inspect the area for hidden obstructions which when contacted by the cutterbar could risk health and safety.
  • Page 20: Travel

    OPERATING THE MOWER 1.18 TRAVEL Forward Travel: Hold the handlebar and operate the clutch lever to power the mower in a forward direction. Release the clutch lever to stop the mower from travelling in a forward direction Speed Control: Travel speed can be altered by selecting a different position on the ground drive speed control lever.
  • Page 21: Mowing With Grass Collection

    1.19 OPERATING THE MOWER MOWING WITH GRASS COLLECTION The grassbag is designed to collect grass clippings. To achieve best grass collection performance, mow in dry operating conditions. Recognise that when the grassbag is full the airflow stops and the grassbag deflates. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : ALWAYS check the condition of the grassbag for signs of damage.
  • Page 22: Mowing Without Grass Collection

    1.20 OPERATING THE MOWER MOWING WITHOUT GRASS COLLECTION To mow without collecting the grass clippings, remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in its lowest position. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : ALWAYS check the condition of the rear deflector for signs of damage.
  • Page 23: Cutterbar Operation

    1.21 OPERATING THE MOWER CUTTERBAR OPERATION The cutterbar rotates at the same speed as the engine. The cut- terbar will stop within three seconds of the engine being switched off. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : DO NOT operate the mower if the cutterbar fails to stop within three seconds.
  • Page 24: Mowing And Grass Care Tips. 1.21

    OPERATING THE MOWER 1.22 MOWING AND GRASS CARE TIPS Prevent scalping. Plan your direction of travel to mow across hollows and humps. Prevent grass damage. Take care when turning the mower. Prevent grass damage. DO NOT mow in wet conditions. Brush the lawn surface to disperse worm casts before mowing.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    1.23 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE ENGINE Engine handbook: For details of engine maintenance refer to the engine operating and maintenance instructions handbook supplied with your mower. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : ALWAYS stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. IMPORTANT - Draining engine oil: To drain the engine oil, first drain fuel by operating the engine until the fuel tank is empty and the engine stops.
  • Page 26: Securing Nuts And Bolts

    1.24 SECURING NUTS AND BOLTS Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Replace missing or damaged items immediately. LUBRICATION 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 casings.
  • Page 27: Cutterbar. 1.25

    1.25 MAINTENANCE CUTTERBAR WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : Never work on the cutterbar unless the spark plug lead has been removed. The cutterbar has sharp edges. ALWAYS wear strong gloves to protect your hands when working on the cutterbar. DO NOT rotate tools towards the cutting edges to avoid the risk of injury should the tool slip.
  • Page 28 1.26 MAINTENANCE 1.26 CUTTERBAR Continued. How to sharpen and balance the cutterbar: A slightly worn cutterbar may be re-sharpened. All cutting edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance. Sharpen the cutter- bar every 25 mowing hours or more frequently if conditions require.
  • Page 29: Maintenance Schedule. 1.27

    MAINTENANCE 1.27 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service will be required if working for prolonged periods under dusty, dry conditions, or when air- borne debris is present or after extensive operation cutting tall, dry grass. AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS Change engine oil EVERY 5 HOURS OR DAILY...
  • Page 30 MAINTENANCE 1.28 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Continued. EVERY 50 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON Change engine oil. EVERY 100 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON Clean engine cooling system. Clean more often under dusty conditions or when air borne debris is present or after prolonged operation whilst cutting tall, dry grass. Service the dual element air cleaner cartridge.
  • Page 31: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    1.29 PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE 1.29 PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE Storage for periods in excess of 30 days: Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected with Briggs & Stratton fuel additive or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburettor parts.
  • Page 32: Fault Finding

    1.30 FAULT FINDING FAULT FINDING PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT Engine will not start. Engine under load. Fuel starvation. Incorrect / contaminated fuel. Spark plug lead disconnected. Engine brake not released. Faulty spark plug. Engine runs rough. Spark plug lead becoming disconnected in use. Faulty spark plug.
  • Page 33 FAULT FINDING 1.31 FAULT FINDING Continued. PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT Uneven cut. Undulating ground contours. Cutterbar worn. Cutterbar out of balance. Wheels damaged. Discharge chute blocks. Grass is wet. Cut height too low. Grassbag full. No airflow through the grassbag. Mower is hard to push. Height of cut too low.
  • Page 34: Parts List

    1.32 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION Belt - Variable Pulley to Gearbox Belt - Engine Crankshaft to Variable Pulley Pulley - Variable Washer - Plain Bracket - Pivot Spacer - Rear Wheel Nut - M8 Plate - Gearbox Circlip Bolt - Carriage Rod - Rear Deflector (see item 121) Washer - Locating Setscrew...
  • Page 35 1.33 PARTS LIST Continued. ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION Axle - Front Bush - Axle Washer - Plain Wheel - Rear Decal - Hayter Nut - Full Flanged Knob - Large Handlebar - Lower R.H. Nut - Full Flanged Mounting Ring - Engine Handlebar - Upper Bolt - Carriage Loop - Recoil Rope...
  • Page 36 1.34 PARTS LIST Continued. ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION Gear Washer - Plastic Washer - Plastic Axle - Rear Plate - Clamp Cap Screw - Soc Hd. C’Sunk Damper - Rear Deflector Lever - Engine Stop Handle - Rear Deflector Lever Bolt Washer - Lever Washer - Plain Gear...
  • Page 37 1.35 PARTS LIST Continued. ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION Deflector - Rear (includes items 11 & 17) Setscrew Washer - Plain Guide - Cable Plug Decal - Throttle Decal - Engine Stop Bush - Crankshaft Support Decal - Variable Speed Support - Crankshaft (Includes Item 128) Decal - Warning Shim Washer - Wavy...
  • Page 38: Parts Diagram

    1.36 PARTS DIAGRAM 95 96 46 123 3D396A01A 396007AMT1004020 1.36...
  • Page 39: Engine Ancillary Parts

    ENGINE ANCILLARY PARTS These parts are available through an authorised Briggs & Stratton dealer. FUEL ADDITIVE AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE SPARK PLUG SPARK PLUG WRENCH SPARK PLUG TESTER 486004MT300399...
  • Page 40: Notes

    NOTES 396007AMT1004020...
  • Page 41: Customer Information

    CUSTOMER INFORMATION 1.39 1.39 Machine Serial Number ... Engine Serial Number ... 396007AMT1004020...

This manual is also suitable for:

396a

Table of Contents