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- Page 1 Harrier 48 CODE 480C 481C (Autodrive) (Autodrive) Variable Speed OWNER'S HANDBOOK (English Version) FROM SERIAL NO: 480C001001 481C001001 HANDBOOK: 480181 (Rev.0.) Issue : 7.12.04...
- Page 2 15. Height of Cut Lever 16. Exhaust Guard 17. Battery (481C Only) 18. Ignition Key (481C Only) 19. Serial Number Decal 2C481C02A Specifications MODEL CODE 480C CODE 481C Engine Briggs & Stratton Briggs & Stratton Quantum XTS-50-IC Quantum XTS-50-IC Engine Type...
- Page 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. 2nd Year (24 months) 2nd Year (24 months) Owner’s Name:...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 1.2 Main Features/Specifications 1.20 Maintenance Schedule 1.20 - First 5Hrs 1.5 Contents 1.20 - Daily 1.20 - 25 Hrs or Every Season 1.6 Introduction 1.20 - 50 Hrs or Every Season 1.20 - 100 Hrs or Every Season 1.7 Warranty 1.21 - 1.28 Mower Maintenance 1.8 - 1.11 Safety Precautions 1.21... -
Page 6: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower. The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efficient service from your mower. IMPORTANT: This ‘Owners Handbook’ should be regarded as part of the mower as it gives essential information regarding mower safety, operation, maintenance and specifications. Read and understand this handbook prior to operating your mower for the first time. -
Page 7: 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 8: 1.11 Safety Precautions
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. - Page 9 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.
- Page 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. Never touch the exhaust/exhaust guard or cooling fins when the engine is hot.
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Page 11: Safety Symbols
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 objects. -
Page 12: Assembling The Mower
ASSEMBLING THE MOWER 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. 3. Charger (481 Only) 4. -
Page 13: Before Starting The Engine
BEFORE STARTING THE 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. Never use additives with recommended oil. -
Page 14: 1.19 Operating The Mower
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’... -
Page 15: Electric Start
OPERATING THE MOWER Electric Start (481 Only) - Stand behind the mower and hold the handlebar together with the engine stop lever. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direc- tion and hold in position to crank the engine. When the engine starts release the key and move the throttle to the fast position after starting a cold engine. -
Page 16: Slopes
OPERATING THE MOWER Slopes To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees. Height of Cut Move the height of cut lever sideways to disengage it from the locking notch, then push forwards to lower or pull backwards to raise the height of cut. -
Page 17: Without Grass Collection
OPERATING THE MOWER Without Grass Collection Remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in the closed position. Heavy Growth Areas of heavy growth should be mown without collecting the clip- pings. If collection is required, first mow the area without the grass- bag at the maximum height of cut setting. - Page 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. Spike the lawn to aerate and stimulate soil organisms and root growth and apply lawn sand if necessary.
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Page 19: Lawn Stripes
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. -
Page 20: 100Hrs Or Every Season
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. 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. -
Page 21: 1.28 Mower Maintenance - Engine
MOWER MAINTENANCE To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. Engine Air Filter Fuel Cap Start Grip Oil Cap/ Dipstick Exhaust Guard Spark Plug / Lead Throttle Cable Adjustment Remove two screws securing the engine cowl and remove the cowl to expose the throttle mechanism on the front of the engine. -
Page 22: Oil Service
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. -
Page 23: Spark Plug Service
MOWER MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Service Use only Briggs & Stratton spark tester (1) to check for a spark as shown in the diagram. Replace the spark plug every 100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first. A spark plug wrench is available from any authorised Briggs &... -
Page 24: Deck Housing
MOWER MAINTENANCE Deck Housing Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck housing immediately after use. To prevent accidents fertilisers and top dressings are particularly corrosive. Thoroughly clean the mower deck immediately after use on treated grass and store well away from corrosive materials. Securing Nuts &... -
Page 25: Lubrication
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. -
Page 26: Cutterblade Assembly
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° A slightly worn cutterblade may be re-sharpened. -
Page 27: Storage
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 spark plug. -
Page 28: Battery Charging
MOWER MAINTENANCE Battery Charging 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 discon- necting the charger from the battery. ALWAYS use the battery charger supplied with the mower. - Page 29 TROUBLE SHOOTING 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 discharge (Code481) Charge battery (Code481) Engine smokes Excess oil level. Check oil level.
- Page 30 SHOOTING TROUBLE Incorrect/contaminated fuel. Drain tank and fill with correct fuel. PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine vibrates excessively Mounting bolts loose. Tighten bolts Cutterblade bolt loose. Tighten bolt Cutterblade out of balance. Balance cutterblade Bent crankshaft. Consult your dealer Uneven cut Undulating ground conditions Change direction of travel Cutterblade worn...
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Page 31: Declaration Of Conformity
S.A. Maryniak Spellbrook, Bishop’s Stortford, (Technical Director) Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND VIBRATION INFORMATION Lawnmower vibration information. RMS acceleration measured in 3 - axes at operators contact position on the CODE 480C = 5 ms CODE 481C = 5 ms handlebars. 1.31... - Page 32 PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM NOTE ITEM NO 481C 480C Mainframe - Casting 480010V Plate - Location RH 480083V Clamp - Boss Inner 480084W Clamp - Boss Outer 480085W Handwheel - Assy 480054 Key - Woodruff 1662 Throttle Control & OPC Cable 481113 Throttle Control &...
- Page 33 PARTS LIST ITEM NO DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM NOTE 480C 481C Cover - APTO 480014 Bearing - APTO 480050 Screw - Washer Hd Taptite 09575 Bush 340154 Screw - Taptite 09349 Screw 09634 Lever - HOC 480128 Ratchet Moulding HOC...
- Page 34 Wheel 5218 Axle - Front W/A 219031 Moulding - Front Axle Bearing 219036 Fin - Front Insert 480013 Decal - Hayter & Royal Warrant 410087 Nut - M8 Shouldered 480086 Guide - Rope 305127 Plug - Tube 300160 Tie - Cable...
- Page 35 PARTS LIST 31 32 -Grassbag Assy. Includes Items 28,36 & 112 48 49 57 58 54 26 2C481C01A 1.35...
- Page 36 CUSTOMER INFORMATION /NOTES Serial No: Engine:-Briggs & Stratton Quantum XTS-50-IC Engine Type:-12G882-1515-21 Engine:-Briggs & Stratton Quantum XTS-50-I C Engine Type:-12L887-1562-21 Date of Sale:- Your Local Dealer:- Notes:- 1.36...
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