Hayter HARRIER 41 Owner's Handbook Manual
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OWNER'S HANDBOOK
(English Version)
FROM SERIAL NO:
305R002014, 306R009912, 307R005969
ISSUE 05.08.99
HARRIER
41
CODE
305R
.
306R
(Push)
(Auto Drive)
.
307R
(Auto Drive -
Electric Start)
HANDBOOK: 305144 (REV .0.)

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  • Page 1 HARRIER CODE 305R 306R 307R (Auto Drive - (Push) (Auto Drive) Electric Start) OWNER'S HANDBOOK (English Version) FROM SERIAL NO: 305R002014, 306R009912, 307R005969 HANDBOOK: 305144 (REV .0.) ISSUE 05.08.99...
  • Page 2 84/538/EEC amended by 87/252/EEC and 88/180EEC Permissible Sound Power Levels of Lawn Mowers 89/336/EEC amended by 92/31/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards Used: EN292, EN836, EN50081 and EN50082 I declare on behalf of Hayter Limited that these machines conform to the EC Essential Health & Safety Requirements. Date: 05.08.99...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Page No. CONTENTS INTRODUCTION. WARRANTY. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. 1.5 - 1.9 Decals SPECIFICATIONS. 1.10 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS. 1.11 - 1.13 General assembly. 1.11 Assembling the mower for the first time. 1.12 - 1.13 STARTING THE ENGINE/STOPPING THE ENGINE. 1.14 - 1.17 Before starting the engine.
  • Page 4 CONTENTS Page No. CONTENTS MAINTENANCE continued. 1.32 - 1.33 Maintenance schedule. 1.32 After first 5 hours. 1.32 Every 5 hours or daily. 1.32 Every 25 hours or every season. 1.33 Every 50 hours or every season. 1.33 Every 100 hours or every season. 1.34 PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Read and understand this handbook prior to operating your machine for the first time. Make sure you are familiar with all the controls and points of regular maintenance. If you have any doubts, consult your Hayter authorised dealer who will be pleased to give you assistance.
  • Page 6: Warranty

    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 minor mechanical adjustments unless they are due to defective material or workmanship.
  • Page 7 POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS. The Harrier 41 is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following simple precautions may result in serious injury. Training: Read the instructions carefully. Ensure that you are familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    A damaged cutterbar must be replaced immediately with a genuine Hayter replacement part. A cutterbar which is slightly worn can be resharpened. Ensure that both cutting edges are resharpened equally to maintain balance.
  • Page 9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. Operation continued: Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Disengage the rear roller drive clutch before starting the engine. (Auto Drive models only). Start the engine carefully, with feet well away from the cutterbar. Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine.
  • Page 10 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. Maintenance and storage: Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating condi- tion. Frequently check fuel lines and fittings for cracks or leaks and replace if necessary. Never check for a spark with the spark plug removed.
  • Page 11: Decals

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DECALS WARNING DECAL: Part No. 219189 WARNING - RISK OF DANGER - SAFETY ALERT. DANGER OF SEVERING TOES OR FINGERS IN CUTTING MECHANISM. DANGER OF BEING HIT BY THROWN OBJECTS. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM THE MACHINE. STOP ENGINE AND REMOVE SPARK PLUG LEAD BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR WORK.
  • Page 12: Specifications

    1.10 1.10 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS CODE 307R CODE 305R CODE 306R MODELS Push Auto Drive Auto Drive Electric Start Engine Briggs & Stratton Quantum XM 45 Engine type 127802-0867-01 127882-1958-01 127887-1959-01 Engine / Cutterbar speed 3000 rpm 3000 rpm 3000 rpm Fuel type Unleaded petrol Fuel capacity...
  • Page 13: Assembly Instructions. 1.11

    1.11 1.11 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY NOTICE Before using the mower, read the owners handbook carefully. Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. GENERAL ASSEMBLY Handlebar. Ground Drive Clutch Lever (306R/307R Only). Throttle Control. Grassbag Assembly. Rear Deflector. Serial Number Decal. Height of Cut Adjuster.
  • Page 14: Assembling The Mower For The First Time

    If any items are missing, Ignition Key ( 307R ) Warranty Registration contact your local Hayter Dealer. Card Assemble the handlebar: Unscrew the knobs securing the handlebar sufficiently to allow it to be pivoted. Move the engine stop lever away from the engine to avoid damage and unfold the handlebar to its operating position.
  • Page 15 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.13 1.13 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME Continued. Check that all fasteners are secure. CS015 Check engine stop lever operation: Operate the engine stop lever several times. Ensure that the cable moves freely and that the lever returns automatically to the engine stop position when released.
  • Page 16: Starting The Engine/Stopping The Engine. 1.14

    STARTING THE ENGINE 1.14 1.14 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT - 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 recommendations: Always use high quality detergent oil classified “For service SE, SF, SG”...
  • Page 17: Before Starting The Engine. 1.14

    STARTING THE ENGINE 1.15 1.15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Continued. Fuel Recommendations: Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol. Purchase fuel in quantities which can be used with- in 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol. For added engine protection Briggs & Stratton recommend the use of their fuel additive which is available from an authorised Briggs &...
  • Page 18 1.16 1.16 STARTING THE ENGINE TO START THE ENGINE Operate the throttle control lever: Push the lever to the 'choke' position before starting a cold engine. It should only be necessary to push the lever to the 'fast' position before starting a warm engine.
  • Page 19: To Start The Engine. 1.16

    STARTING THE ENGINE / STOPPING THE ENGINE 1.17 1.17 TO START THE ENGINE Continued. Operate the key switch: ( Electric start models only ). Stand behind the mower and maintain a firm hold on the handlebar and the engine stop lever to prevent the mower moving towards you.
  • Page 20: Operating The Mower. 1.18

    OPERATING THE MOWER 1.18 1.18 SAFETY NOTICE WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING: STOP Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before cleaning, inspecting or working on the ma- 1. Engine. chine. Also disconnect the negative battery lead if the 2.
  • Page 21: Travel

    OPERATING THE MOWER 1.19 1.19 TRAVEL Forward travel : Push models - Hold and push against the handlebar with both hands to move the mower forwards. Auto Drive models - Hold the handlebar and operate the clutch H A Y T ER lever to power the mower in a forward direction.
  • Page 22: Mowing With Grass Collection

    For optimum performance, mow in dry conditions with the throt- tle control set at ‘fast’. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: ALWAYS check the HAYTER condition of the grassbag for signs of damage. Replace a damaged grassbag immediately. DO NOT operate the mower with a damaged grassbag.
  • Page 23: Mowing Without Grass Collection

    OPERATING THE MOWER 1.21 1.21 MOWING WITHOUT GRASS COLLECTION To mow without collecting the grass clippings, remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in its lowest position. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: ALWAYS check CS086 the condition of the rear deflector for signs of damage. Replace a damaged rear deflector immediately.
  • Page 24: Cutterbar Operation

    WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: DO NOT operate the mower if the cutterbar fails to stop within three sec- onds. Return the mower to your Hayter dealer for exami- nation and repair. The cutterbar is driven by the engine via a friction device to...
  • Page 25 OPERATING THE MOWER 1.23 1.23 MOWING AND GRASS CARE TIPS Continued. Prevent scalping. Plan your direction of travel to mow across hollows and humps. Prevent grass damage. Take care when turning the mower. Prevent grass damage. DO NOT mow in wet conditions. Brush the lawn surface to disperse worm casts before mowing.
  • Page 26: Maintenance

    1.24 1.24 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead (also disconnect the negative battery lead on electric start models) before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. ENGINE Finger Guard Carburettor Spark Plug / Lead Muffler Guard...
  • Page 27: Carburettor Adjustments

    MAINTENANCE 1.25 1.25 CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENTS Carburettor adjustments should only be made by an authorised Briggs & Stratton dealer. Under no circumstances should the engine be adjusted to run at a speed in excess of 3,000 r.p.m. OIL SERVICE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule at the end of this section and ensure that the recommen- dations are followed.
  • Page 28: Air Cleaner Service

    MAINTENANCE 1.26 1.26 AIR CLEANER SERVICE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule at the end of this section and ensure that the recommendations are followed. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse con- ditions. - Gain access to the cartridge (3) by loosening screw (1) and tilting cover (2).
  • Page 29: Keeping The Engine Clean

    MAINTENANCE 1.27 1.27 KEEPING THE ENGINE CLEAN WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : Accumulation of debris around the muffler could cause a fire. Inspect and clean the engine after every use. Remove all grass and debris from the engine including the muffler / muffler guard, the finger guard and the surround- ing deck areas on a daily basis after use.
  • Page 30: Securing Nuts And Bolts

    1.28 1.28 MAINTENANCE SECURING NUTS AND BOLTS Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Replace missing or damaged items immediately. CS015 LUBRICATION Lubricate the wheels, pivot points and linkages with engine oil every 25 operating hours. Apply a good quality medium grease to the inner control CS022 cables at the point of entry and exit from their outer casings.
  • Page 31: Cutterbar. 1.29

    DO NOT rotate tools towards the cutting edges to avoid the risk of injury should the tool slip. ALWAYS use genuine Hayter replacement parts. The condition of the cutterbar and its mounting arrange- ment should be checked regularly for signs of wear or dam- age.
  • Page 32 MAINTENANCE 1.30 1.30 CUTTERBAR Continued. How to sharpen and balance the cutterbar: A slightly worn cutterbar may be re-sharpened. Both cutting edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance. Sharpen the cutterbar every 25 mowing hours or more frequently if con- 30 -45 ditions require.
  • Page 33: Battery Charging

    MAINTENANCE 1.31 1.31 BATTERY CHARGING Electric Start Models Only. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: ALWAYS charge the battery in a well ventilated area. NEVER charge the battery near naked flames or direct heat. ALWAYS switch off the mains electricity supply before dis- connecting the charger from the battery.
  • Page 34: Maintenance Schedule. 1.32

    MAINTENANCE 1.32 1.32 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. AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS Change engine oil EVERY 5 HOURS OR DAILY...
  • Page 35: Every 50 Hours Or Every Season

    MAINTENANCE 1.33 1.33 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Continued. EVERY 50 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON Change engine oil. EVERY 100 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON Clean engine cooling system. Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present or after prolonged operation whilst cutting tall, dry grass. Replace spark plug.
  • Page 36: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE 1.34 1.34 PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE Handlebar storage: To lower the handlebar unscrew the 2 secur- ing knobs sufficiently 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 damaged through contact with the engine spark plug.
  • Page 37 FAULT FINDING 1.35 1.35 FAULT FINDING 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 Battery discharged Charge battery (electric start models) Engine smokes Excess oil level Check oil level...
  • Page 38 FAULT FINDING 1.36 1.36 FAULT FINDING PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not start. Raise height of cut. Engine under load. Fill fuel tank. Fuel starvation. Engine cold. Set throttle to ‘choke’ position. Incorrect / contaminated fuel. Drain fuel tank and fill with cor- rect fuel.
  • Page 39: Fault Finding

    FAULT FINDING 1.37 1.37 FAULT FINDING Continued. PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Undulating ground contours. Change direction of travel. Uneven cut. Cutterbar worn. Sharpen the cutterbar. Cutterbar out of balance. Balance cutterbar. Wheels / roller damaged. Inspect and replace as necessary. Grass is wet.
  • Page 40: 305R, 306R & 307R Parts List. 2.1

    Decal - Engine 305141 3/8" x 1.1/4" UNC Taptite Screw 09349 Decal ( Height of Cut ) 305113 Decal (Engine Stop) 331046 Decal ( Hayter / Royal Warrant ) 300157 Decal ( Serial No. ) Spring 301031 Trigger 300066 Trigger Spring...
  • Page 41 305R, 306R & 307R PARTS LIST 1.39 1.39 PARTS LIST Continued. QTY. 305R 306R 307R DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM NO. Bearing Half 301030 Jockey Arm Assembly 301015 Pulley Tensioner 239021 M6 x 16 Pozidrive Screw 09634 Friction Disc 219203W Cutterbar 201026 Spacer 4014...
  • Page 42 305R, 306R & 307R PARTS LIST PARTS LIST Continued. QTY. ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION. PART NO. 305R 306R 307R Decal ( Caution ) 219189 M6 x 20 Hex Washer Hd Screw 09575 Deflector Spring O/S 305111 Deflector Rod 305103 Deflector Spring N/S 305110 Grassbag 305104...
  • Page 43: 305R, 306R & 307R Parts Diagram

    305R, 306R & 307R PARTS DIAGRAM 1.41 6 78 35 34 305R/306R/307R (A) 305144MA050899A...
  • Page 44: Engine Ancillary Parts

    ENGINE ANCILLARY PARTS These parts are available through an authorised Briggs & Stratton dealer. FUEL ADDITIVE AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE SPARK PLUG SPARK PLUG WRENCH SPARK PLUG TESTER 305144MA050899A...
  • Page 45: Engine Warranty

    ENGINE WARRANTY 305144MA050899A...
  • Page 46: Notes

    NOTES 305144MA050899A...
  • Page 47: Customer Information

    CUSTOMER INFORMATION Machine Serial Number: ..................Engine Serial Number: ..................305144MA050899A...

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