Operating The Mower; Controls; Before Mowing; Starting - Hayter Motif 48 Autodrive Instruction Manual

OPERATING THE MOWER

Controls

Operate all control levers several times and ensure that the
cables move freely. Check that the engine stop lever returns
freely to its rest position when released.
(Refer fi g.7)

Before Mowing

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 obstructions which when contacted
by the cutterblade could risk health and safety or result
in damage to the mower. Remember the location of these
obstructions and ensure that you mow around them.
(Refer fi g.8)

Starting

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 rapidly to crank the engine. Carefully return the start
grip to the storage position when the engine starts.
(Refer fi g.9)
If the engine does not start after 5 attempts - Refer to "Trouble
Shooting".
Fig. 8
Fig. 7
The engine stop lever must be held fi rmly against the handlebar
to start and keep the engine running. If the engine stop lever is
released the engine will stop.
To prevent damage never pull the engine start grip when
the engine is running.

Forward Travel

Hold the handlebar and operate the ground drive clutch lever to
power the mower forward.
When the ground drive clutch lever is disengaged, the mower
may be pushed. This feature is useful when mowing in confi ned
areas.
(Refer fi g.9)

Reverse Travel

Hold and pull against the handlebar with both hands to reverse
the mower.
(Refer fi g.10)

Turning

To make a tight turn, release the ground drive clutch lever.
Apply downward pressure on the handlebar to raise the front
wheels just above ground level and steer in the required
direction.
Fig. 9 Fig. 10
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To prevent accidents do not raise the front of the mower
excessively when making a turn. Never raise the rear of the
mower when the engine is running.

Stopping

Release the engine stop lever and then the ground drive clutch
lever.
Emergency stop: As above. If the engine fails to stop
disconnect the spark plug lead.
(Refer fi g.11)

Slopes

To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes
greater than 20 degrees.
(Refer fi g.12)
Fig. 11
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