Hayter Ranger 3 in 1 Owner's Handbook Manual
Hayter Ranger 3 in 1 Owner's Handbook Manual

Hayter Ranger 3 in 1 Owner's Handbook Manual

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RANGER
3
1
IN
CODE
436C
Autodrive
OWNER'S HANDBOOK
(English Version)
FROM SERIAL NO: 436C001001
HANDBOOK: 436005 (REV .0.)
ISSUE 8.12.04

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  • Page 1 RANGER CODE 436C Autodrive OWNER'S HANDBOOK (English Version) FROM SERIAL NO: 436C001001 HANDBOOK: 436005 (REV .0.) ISSUE 8.12.04...
  • Page 2 MAIN FEATURES /SPECIFICATIONS Main Features Spark Plug Lead. Muffler Guard. Engine Cover. Air Filter. Fuel Filler Cap. Oil Filler Cap & Dipstick. Height of Cut Lever. Serial No. Label. Rear Deflector. 10. Handlebar Securing Knob (Upper) 11. Engine Start Grip. 12.
  • 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:...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1.2 Main Features/Specifications 1.21 Maintenance Schedule 1.21 - Daily 1.5 Contents 1.21 - 25 Hrs or Every Season 1.21 - 50 Hrs or Every Season 1.6 Introduction 1.21 - 100 Hrs or Every Season 1.7 Warranty 1.22 - 1.28 Mower Maintenance 1.22 - Engine 1.8 - 1.11 Safety Precautions...
  • 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.
  • 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 possibility of injury.
  • 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. 5. Chute Side Discharger. 2. Owners Handbook.
  • Page 13: Before Starting The Engine

    STARTING MOWER BEFORE 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: 1.17 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. Starting - Step 1 Operate the primer bulb: Note: Push on the primer bulb 5 times at two second intervals to provide the extra fuel to start the engine after assembling the mower for the first time.
  • Page 15: Forward Travel

    OPERATING MOWER Forward Travel Hold the handlebar and operate the ground drive clutch lever to power the mower in a forward direction. When the ground drive clutch lever is disengaged the mower may be pushed. This feature is useful when mowing in confined areas. If the engine stop lever is released the engine will stop.
  • Page 16: Height Of Cut

    OPERATING THE MOWER Height of Cut Grip the lever and pull sideways to disengage it from the locking notch, then push forwards to higher or pull backwards to lower the height of cut. Finally release the lever at the required position and ensure it locks firmly into one of the eight notch settings.
  • Page 17: Mulching Tips

    OPERATING MOWER Mulching Tips Mulching finely cuts the grass so that it can be easily recycled. Due to nutrients that this returns to the soil, the lawn will require less fertiliz- er. To correctly mulch the lawn, follow the tips below. - The grass must be dry.
  • Page 18: Without Grass Collection

    OPERATING THE MOWER Without Grass Collection Remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in the closed position. CS086 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 19 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.
  • Page 20 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 21: 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. After the very first five hours change the engine oil 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 22: 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 1. Air Filter 2. Fuel Cap 3. Start Grip 4. Oil Cap / Dipstick 5. Exhaust Guard 6.
  • Page 23: Oil Service

    MOWER MAINTENANCE 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 24: 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 25: 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 26: 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 27: Cutterblade Assembly

    MOWER MAINTENANCE Cutterblade Assembly Assemble the cutterblade with the turned up edges facing towards the engine. Secure the cutterblade using bolt (1), tab washer (2), distance piece (3) and spacer (4) tighten to a torque of 40Nm Cutterblade Sharpening A slightly worn cutterblade may be re-sharpened. Both blade edges 30°-45°...
  • Page 28: 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 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 Engine smokes Excess oil level Check oil level Air cleaner cartridge oil Service air cleaner soaked or plugged Engine runs then stops...
  • Page 30: 1.30 Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine vibrates excessively. Mounting bolts loose. Tighten bolts. Cutterbar bolt loose. Tighten bolt. Cutterbar out of balance. Balance cutterbar. Uneven cut. Undulating ground contours. Change direction of travel. Cutterbar worn. Sharpen the cutterbar. Cutterbar out of balance. Balance cutterbar.
  • Page 31: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION CONFORMITY EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY SANDRIGARDEN Via Manzoni 22, 36027 Rosa, Italia declare that the lawnmowers: Models: Ranger 3 in 1 (Guglielm Marconi) Machine Type No. CODE 436C (91035011) Category: Auto Drive Type: Pedestrian Rotary Engine - Manufacturer: Briggs & Stratton...
  • Page 32 PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM NO Deck SA3043460 Side Cover SA3024200 Side Discharge Chute SA3024196 Screw SA1034390 Bolt M8 X 80 SA145670 Decal Engine 436006 Woodruff Key 1662 Nut M8 Plain ZNH1H000U Decal Height of Cut 320006 Handwheel With Nut SA2008490 Cup Washer SA340060...
  • Page 33 PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM NO Plug Mulching SA2024180 Bush SA280820 Crankshaft Support SA3036920 Pulley Boss SA2038060 Spring Disc SA2006400 Friction Disc SA3006420 Cutterblade Distance Piece SA3006410 Washer Tab SA281100 Bolt 3/8 “UNF x 3” SA281080 Cutterblade SA2043700 ‘V’ Belt SA2013380 Pulley SA244970...
  • Page 34 Washer SA250780 Spacer SA403520 Washer Plastic SA403540 Spacer SA403510 Bearing SA203680 Wheel SA356110 SA380740 Decal Hayter Logo 410087 Decal - Caution 219189 Washer Bellville SA244500 Bolt M8 x 100 SA147510 Nut M8 Nyloc 09442 Screw M6 x 12 09546 Washer 09472 Nut M6 Nyloc ‘T’...
  • Page 35 PARTS LIST 78 75 1C436C01A 1.35...
  • Page 36 NOTES NOTES Notes:- 1.36...
  • Page 37 NOTES Notes:- 1.37...
  • Page 38 CUTSOMER INFORMATION Serial No: Motor Type:- (Code 436C) Engine Type Briggs & Stratton Quantum XTS 60 Date of Sale:- Your Local Dealer:- 1.38...

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