Before Operation; Fuel Type & Filling The Tank; Checking The Engine-Oil Level - Hayter Harrier 48 Autodrive VS BBC Operator's Manual

BEFORE OPERATION

Fuel Type & Filling the Tank
WARNING: 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, which will not be
covered under warranty.
IMPORTANT: To reduce starting problems, add fuel
treatment (111-9368) to the fuel all season, mixing it
with fuel less than 30 days old.
Fuel stabiliser and engine oil are both available to
purchase from your Authorised Hayter Service Dealer.
111-9367 - Lawnmower Oil SAE 30 Hayter
111-9368 - Premium Fuel Treatment Hayter
Fuel must meet these requirements:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded.
• A minimum of 87 octane.
• Fuel with up to 10% ethanol is acceptable.
When adding fuel:
• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2
minutes before removing the fuel cap.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
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• Keep fuel away from sparks, open fl ames, pilot
lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fi ttings frequently
for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
1. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove
the fuel cap.
2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. To allow for expansion
of the fuel, do not fi ll above the bottom of the fuel
tank neck.
3. Reinstall the fuel cap.
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level

Refer to Setup - Engine Oil Specifi cations to ensure
you are using the correct grade of oil.
IMPORTANT: If the oil level in the engine is too low or
too high and you run the engine, you may damage the
engine.
Before adding or checking the oil, ensure the engine is
level and the oil fi ll area is clear of debris.
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To add oil:
1. Remove the dipstick (1) from the oil fi ll tube (3) and
2. Insert back into the oil fi ll tube (3) and tighten the
3. Remove the dipstick (1) and check the oil level.
4. Re-insert the dipstick (1) into the oil fi ll tube (3) and
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wipe with a clean cloth.
dipstick (1).
Check that the oil level is at the top of the full
indicator (2) on the dipstick (1).
tighten securely.