111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.2 MAIN FEATURES /SPECIFICATIONS Main Features Spark Plug Lead. Engine Cover. Air Cleaner. Fuel Filler Cap. Oil Filler Cap and Dipstick. Serial No.Label. Handlebar Securing Knob. Engine Start-Grip. Throttle Control Engine Stop Lever. Handlebar. Ground Drive Clutch Lever.
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Page 1.3 1ST Year (12 months) 1ST Year (12 months) Owner’s Name: We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Serial Number: Service Dealer Date: Date: Note for dealer: Please retain this voucher for your records.
Page 1.6 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower. The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efficient service from your machine. IMPORTANT: This ‘Owners Handbook’ should be regarded as part of the mower as it gives essential information regarding mower safety, operation, maintenance and specifications.
This warranty does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with, altered, misused, abused or used for hire, and will become invalid if non genuine Hayter parts are fitted. This warranty does not cover for minor mechanical adjustments unless they are due to defective material or workmanship.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Alert Symbol This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages. When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of injury. Carefully read the following and inform others. Your mower is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following precautions may result in serious injury.
A damaged cutterblade must be replaced immedi- ately with a genuine Hayter replacement part Operation Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.10 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operation 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 the mower while the engine is running. Never lift the rear deflector while the engine is running.
Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the cut- terblade. Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Hayter parts. Safety Symbols Safety Alert - Be aware to the Danger of severing toes or fin- Danger of being hit by thrown possibility of injury.
Delivery Checklist Remove the mower from the packaging and check that the following items have been supplied correctly. If any items are missing contact, your local Hayter dealer. 1. Engine Handbook. 2. Grassbag. To prevent accidents cut off the long ribbon attached to the grass- bag and discard.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.13 BEFORE STARTING MOWER Prevent Engine Damage To 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 starting the engine. Oil Type Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE 30 oil.
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111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.14 OPERATING THE MOWER Controls 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. Whilst operating the engine throttle mechanism slight resistance should be felt when moving the lever to the ‘choke’...
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.15 OPERATING MOWER Forward Travel Hold the handlebar and operate the ground drive clutch lever to power the mower in a forward direction. When the ground drive clutch lever is disengaged the mower may be pushed.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.16 OPERATING THE MOWER Slopes To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees. Height of Cut To adjust the height of cut: Grip the lever and pull sideways to dis- engage it from the locking notch, then push forwards to lower or pull backwards to raise the height of cut.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.17 OPERATING MOWER Without Grass Collection Remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in the closed position. CS386 Heavy Growth Areas of heavy growth should be mown without collecting the clip- pings.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.18 LAWN CARE CALENDAR To be used as a guide only. January There is very little work to do this month apart from brushing away leaves. Keep off the grass if frozen or waterlogged. February Rake the grass thoroughly.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.19 LAWN CARE CALENDAR August Keep mowing regularly and watering as necessary. Fill any cracks caused by drought with a mixture of sharp sand and soil. In dry weath- er conditions leave the grass longer to help retain ground moisture. September Raise the height of cut to allow the grass to thicken and protect the roots from the winter frost and snow.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.20 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 airborne debris is present or after extensive operation cutting tall, dry grass.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.21 MOWER MAINTENANCE To prevent accidents stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. Engine Air Cleaner Cover Fuel Cap Start Grip Oil fill/Dipstick Exhaust Guard Exhaust Carburettor...
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.22 MAINTENANCE MOWER Oil Service Check the oil level daily before starting the engine and ensure that the correct oil level is maintained. Refer to-‘Before Starting the Mower’ for oil checking and filling instructions. Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and thereafter according to the ‘Maintenance Schedule’:- 1.
The internal cool- ing fins and surfaces may require cleaning to prevent overheating and engine damage. We recommended that this service be carried out by an authorised Hayter Service dealer. Grassbag Remove grass debris from the grassbag immediately after use and check its condition for signs of damage.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.24 MOWER MAINTENANCE Deck Housing Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck housing immediately after use. Fertilisers and top dressings are particularly corrosive. Thoroughly clean the mower deck immediately after use on treat- ed grass and store well away from corrosive materials.
DO NOT rotate tools towards the cut- ting edges to avoid the risk of injury should the tool slip. ALWAYS use genuine Hayter replacement parts. The condition of the cutterblade and its mounting arrangement should be checked regularly for signs of wear or damage. Ensure that the cut- terblade is not bent or cracked.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.26 MOWER MAINTENANCE Cutterblade Assembly Assemble the cutterblade with the turned up edges facing towards the engine. Secure the cutterblade using the bolt (1), spring washer (2), and distance piece (3) and tighten to a torque of 54Nm Cutterblade Sharpening 30°-45°...
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.27 MOWER MAINTENANCE Storage To store the handlebar unscrew the 2 small securing knobs sufficient- ly to allow it to be pivoted forwards to rest against the mower. Take care to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged at the pivot point and depress the engine stop lever to prevent it being dam- aged through contact with the engine.
111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.34 LOWER MAINFRAME PARTS LIST Item No. Description Part No. Item Note AXLE FRONT WELD ASSY 111-0588 BAR SPRING TENSION 111-0672 BEARING 6001-2RS 411027 BEARING FRONT AXLE 410069 BEARING HOUSING 219102 BELT VARIATOR 536 111-0771 BOLT UNF 3/8*3.1/4 09788...
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111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.35 LOWER MAINFRAME PARTS LIST Item No. Description Part No. Item Note PULLEY 411019 SPRING 411021 SPRING COUNTER BALANCE 410050 SPRING TORSION HOC 480132 SPRING VARIATOR HY412004 SPROCKET 10T 411011 SPROCKET 18T 411010 THROWPLATE 111-0218 UNDERDECK CHUTE 111-0131...
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111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.36 LOWER MAINFRAME PARTS LIST Detail 1.36...
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111-1275 (A) 17/5/07 9:02 am Page 1.40 CUSTOMER INFORMATION /NOTES Serial No: Engine:- Engine Type:- 12K6020119B1 (496E) Briggs & Stratton INTEK-55 Date of Sale:- Your Local Dealer:- Notes:- 1.40...