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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the cut- terblade. Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Hayter parts. Safety Symbols Danger of being hit by thrown Safety Alert - Be aware to the Danger of severing toes or fin- possibility of injury.
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. Warranty Reg. Card. 3. Grassbag.
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.
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’...
OPERATING MOWER Electric Start (Electric start Only) Stand behind the mower and hold the handlebar together with the engine stop lever. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direction 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.
OPERATING THE MOWER Slopes To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees. Height of Cut Hold the trigger against the handle and raise or lower the mower using the handle to achieve the desired height of cut. Release the trigger to secure the mower at the required position.
OPERATING 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.
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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.
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.
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. First 5Hrs After the very first five hours change the engine oil Daily...
MOWER MAINTENANCE To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. Engine Finger Guard Carburettor Spark Plug / Lead Exhaust Guard Exhaust Oil filler Cap/ Dipstick Start Grip 3D319R08 Fuel Cap 10.
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.
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 &...
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 &...
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.
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.
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.
MOWER MAINTENANCE Battery charging PREVENT ACCIDENTS: ALWAYS charge the battery in a well ventilated area. 6hrs 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.
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 discharged (307A Only) Charge battery Engine smokes Excess oil level. Check oil level.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING 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 Sharpen the cutterblade Cutterblade out of balance Balance the cutterblade...
Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND VIBRATION INFORMATION Lawnmower vibration information. RMS acceleration measured in 3 - axes at operators contact position on the CODE 305A = 6.9 ms . CODE 306A = 6.7 ms . CODE 307A = 6.6 ms handlebars.
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Decal - Engine 305141 Screw - 3/8" x 1.1/4" UNC Taptite 09349 Decal - Height of Cut 305113 Decal - Engine Stop 331046 Decal - Hayter / Royal Warrant 300157 Decal - Serial No. Spring 301031 Trigger 300066 Trigger Spring...
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PARTS LIST QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. ITEM NOTE 305A 306A 307A Bearing Half 301030 Jockey Arm Assembly 301015 Pulley Tensioner 239021 6 x 16 Pozidrive Screw 09634 Friction Disc 397042W Cutterbar 201026 Spacer 4014 Securing Plate 219037 3/8" Spring Washer 09273 3/8"...
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PARTS LIST QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. ITEM NOTE 305A 306A 307A Decal - Caution 219189 M6 x 20 Hex Washer Hd Screw 09575 Deflector Spring R/H 305111 Deflector Rod 305103 Deflector Spring L/H 305110 Grassbag 305104 Grassbag Frame 305105W M6 x 16 Hex.
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PARTS LIST 6 78 35 34 1C305A/306A/307A01A 1.33...
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION /NOTES Mower Serial No:................. Engine Model:........Type:........Code:........Notes: 1.34...
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