Mower Maintenance; Engine Detail; Carburetor Adjustments; Oil Service - Hayter Harrier 41 Push Owner's Handbook Manual

MOWER MAINTENANCE

Engine Detail

WARNING: Improper maintenance, use of non conforming
replacement components, or the removal or modifi cation of
the engine may cause serious injury or death.
(Refer to fi g 16)

Carburetor Adjustments

Never make adjustments to the carburetor or engine speed. The
carburetor was set at the factory to operate effi ciently under
most conditions.
Do not tamper with the governor spring, linkages, or other parts
to change the engine speed detailed in the Specifi cation section.
If any adjustments are required contact your Hayter Authorised
Service Dealer for service.

Oil Service

WARNING: Fuel and its vapours are extremely fl ammable
and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
Check the oil level before every use when starting the engine
and ensure that the correct oil level is maintained. Refer to
Assembling the Mower Before First Use - Oil Check Level.
Fig. 16
4
3
5
2
1
6
Change the engine oil after the fi rst 5 hours of operation and
thereafter according to the Maintenance Schedule.
1. Drain the fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is
empty.
2. Remove the spark plug lead.
3. Allow the engine to cool.
4. Remove the oil dipstick and drain the oil into a suitable
container. When tipping the machine, ensure that the spark
plug is kept uppermost.
(Refer to fi g.17)
• Refi ll with new oil of the recommended SAE viscosity
grade. Refer to Assembling the Mower Before First Use.

Air Filter Service

WARNING: Never start and run the engine with the air
fi lter removed.
NOTE: Do not use pressurised air or solvents to clean the
fi lter. Pressurised air can damage the fi lter and solvents will
dissolve the fi lter.
1. Open the cover by releasing the tabs (A).
2. Remove the fi lter (B).
Fig. 17
1. Engine Cover
2. Oil Filler & Dipstick
3. Starter Cord
4. Fuel Tank & Cap
5. Air Filter
6. Spark Plug & Lead
3.
4.
5.
(Refer to fi g.18)
If very dirty, replace.
Fig. 18
B
13
To loosen debris, gently tap the fi lter on a hard surface. If
the fi lter is excessively dirty, replace with a new fi lter.
Install the fi lter (B).
Close the cover (A).
A