Height Of Cut; Before Mowing; Grassbag; Without Grassbag Collection - Hayter Spirit 41 Instruction Manual

OPERATING THE MOWER

Height of Cut

To adjust the height of cut: Grip the lever and pull sideways to
disengage it from the locking notch, then push forwards to lower
or pull backwards to increase the height of cut. Finally release
the lever at the required position and ensure it locks firmly into
one of the seven setting notches.
Always select a height of cut to suit operating conditions. Aim to
prevent engine overloading and blockages by avoiding low cuts
in long grass conditions. Be prepared to make two cuts when the
grass is long. (Refer fig.14)

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 fig.15)

Grassbag

Raise the rear deflector, lift the grassbag through the handlebar
and hook into position. Lower the rear deflector to rest against
the rear of the mower.
Fig. 14 Fig. 15
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 prevent blockages and engine overloading.
(Refer fig.16)

Without Grassbag Collection

Remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear
deflector in the closed position. (Refer fig.17)

Heavy Growth

Areas of heavy growth should be mown without collecting the
clippings. If collection is required, first mow the area without the
grassbag 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. (Refer fig.18)
To prevent damage to your lawn do not remove more than one
third of grass height in one cut.

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
Fig. 16 Fig. 17
protect the cutting mechanism. (Refer fig.18)

Friction Disc

The cutterblade is driven by the engine via a friction disc to help
prevent engine damage occurring to the engine crankshaft and
the cutting mechanism when a hidden obstruction or overload is
encountered. (Refer fig.19)
Always stop the engine when a hidden obstruction or
excessive vibration is encountered. Disconnect the spark
plug lead and examine the cutting mechanism. ALWAYS
replace a damaged cutterblade. Refer to Maintenance.
Fig. 19
Fig. 18
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