Page 1.6 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing an Allen machine. 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 product as it gives essential information regarding product safety, operation, maintenance and specifications.
Page 1.7 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Allen machines are manufactured by Hayter Limited. The manufacturer 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”).
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm 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 machine is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following precautions may result in serious injury.
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111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Preparation Continued - Always use fresh fuel. Stale fuel can block the carburettor and cause leakage. - Replace fuel tank and oil tank caps securely. A damaged cutting device or impeller or both must be replaced. Before use, always visually inspect the cutting mechanism to ensure that it is in good condition.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool. Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the cutting device. 1.10 Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Allen parts.
Never fit metal Hearing protection cutting parts. should be worn. Information Symbols Serial Number Decal Engine Stop 2009 Manufactured by Hayter Limited, Spellbrook, STOP Bishop’s Stortford Herts. England CM23 4BU XR44 Hovertrim 16ʼʼ Petrol Code Serial No: 184E 290000001 1.11...
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.12 ASSEMBLING Delivery Checklist Remove the machine from the packaging and check that the following items have been supplied correctly. If any items are missing contact, your local dealer. Main deck, lower and upper handlebars. 1.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.13 BEFORE STARTING THE HOVERTRIM 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. Oil Type FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE 10W-30.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.14 OPERATING THE HOVERTRIM Footstop Positions 1. Transport & storage HAY-G00334-A HAY-G00329-A 2. Operator - Minimum 3. Operator - Maximum HAY-G00330-A 5. Service 4. Park HAY-G00333-A When in service position rest handlebar on floor to gain access to engine and undercarriage.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.15 OPERATING THE HOVERTRIM Controls Check that the engine stop lever moves freely and returns to it’s rest position when released. HAY-G00327-A Starting 1. Open the fuel tank vent by turning the vent knob at least 2 or 3 FUEL CAP VENT turns counterclockwise.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.16 OPERATING THE HOVERTRIM Starting Continued 4. Hold the handlebar together with the engine stop lever, place your foot on the deck and tilt the machine towards you. This will take the load off the engine making it easier to start. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.17 OPERATING THE HOVERTRIM Stopping Release the engine stop lever. Emergency stop: Release the engine stop lever. If the engine fails to stop, disconnect the spark plug lead. Adjusting the Cutting Height & Replacement of Nylon Cutting System The cutting height of your machine has been set at the highest position (1).
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.18 MAINTENANCE HOVERTRIM To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the machine. Engine 1. Spark Plug / Lead 2. Exhaust Guard 3. Exhaust 4.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.19 HOVERTRIM MAINTENANCE Air Cleaner Service To service the air cleaner remove the air cleaner cover (1) by releasing two top catches (2) and HAY-G00145-A tilting away from body until lower tabs release. Remove cartridge (3) and clean by tapping gently AIR CLEANER BODY on a flat surface.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.20 MAINTENANCE HOVERTRIM Keeping Engine Clean Remove all grass and debris from the engine including the exhaust/exhaust guard, the air ways in the top cowl and the surround- ing deck areas on a daily basis after use. Never spray the engine with water during cleaning.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.21 HOVERTRIM MAINTENANCE Oil Service Continued Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and thereafter according to the ‘Maintenance Schedule’:- 1. Drain fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty. See Engine Manual.
111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.22 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: HAYTER LIMITED, Address: Spellbrook, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts. CM23 4BU. ENGLAND declare that the trimmer: Model name: XR44 Model No: CODE 184E Cutting width: 40 cm Speed of rotation of the cutting device: 4800 rpm...
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111-1519 (C) 19/3/09 2:31 pm Page 1.23 SHOOTING TROUBLE PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not turn over Engine stop lever released. Operate engine stop lever. Incorrect oil level. Check oil level. Obstruction under deck. Remove obstruction. Engine smokes Excess oil level. Check oil level.
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