Operating The Mower; Fuel Type; Controls; Before Mowing - Hayter Harrier 41 Owner's Handbook Manual

OPERATING THE MOWER

Fuel Type

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used in 30 days.
Fuel must meet these requirements:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded petrol.
• A minimum of 87 octane / 87 AKI (91 RON).
Petrol with up to 10% ethanol is acceptable.
CAUTION: Do not use unapproved fuels, such as E15 and
E85. Do not mix oil in fuel or modify the engine to run on
alternate fuels. Use of unapproved fuels will damage the
engine components and void the engine warranty.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix a fuel
stabiliser into the fuel. All fuel is not the same. If starting or
performance problems occur, change fuel providers or change
brands. The engine is certifi ed to operate on petrol.
Fill to base of neck to allow for fuel expansion. Do not overfi ll
the fuel tank.
(Refer fi g.7)

Controls

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the cable the variable
transmission speed control should only be operated whilst
the engine is running.
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
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 position when released. If
the cables do not moving freely or the engine does not stop, take
your mower to your nearest Hayter Dealer for a service.
(Refer fi g.8)
WARNING: Improper maintenance, use of non-conforming
replacement components, or the removal or modifi cation of
the control cable(s) may cause serious injury or death.

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.9)

Starting

NOTE: To prolong the life of the starter, do not crank the
engine for more than 15 seconds in any one minute.
If the engine does not start after repeated attempts, contact
your local dealer or go to BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com.
Fig. 9 Fig. 10
Ensure that the fuel shutoff valve is in the 'ON' position before
attempting to start your mower for fi rst use.
(Refer fi g.10)
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,
release, then pull rapidly to crank the engine.
(Refer fi g.11)
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 fi rmly against the handlebar
to start and keep the engine running. If the engine stop lever is
released the engine will stop.
Fig. 11
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