CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY I, the undersigned Peter Lundberg, of STIGA certify that the lawnmowers: 1. Machine Type No. CODE 401R (S462) 2. Category. Combustion Engine 3. Make. Hayter 4. Type. Rotary 5. Engine - Manufacturer. Briggs & Stratton - Type. 10C902 - Speed of rotation during test.
CONTENTS CONTENTS Page No. INTRODUCTION WARRANTY Limited Warranty SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.6 - 1.10 Safety Precautions 1.6 - 1.9 Decals 1.10 SPECIFICATIONS 1.11 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.12 - 1.14 General Assembly 1.12 Assembling the Mower for the First Time 1.13- 1.14 STARTING THE ENGINE 1.15 - 1.17 Before Starting the Engine 1.15 - 1.16...
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CONTENTS CONTENTS Page No. MAINTENANCE Continued. Securing Nuts and Bolts 1.28 Lubrication 1.28 Clutch Cable Adjustment 1.29 Cutterbar 1.30 - 1.31 Maintenance Schedule 1.32 - 1.33 - After First 5 Hours 1.32 - Every 5 Hours or Daily 1.32 - Every 25 Hours or Every Season 1.32 - Every 50 Hours or Every Season 1.33...
Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve Hayter Limited of liability for any resulting damage or injury. All Hayter mowers are robustly constructed and designed for efficient economical performance under normal mowing conditions. Correct operation and maintenance will ensure a long and satisfactory service life.
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Hayter Limited warrants to the original user/purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three years from the date of purchase. The manufacturers of the engine and battery pack system (where applicable) furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their authorised network (Refer to "Engine/Battery Pack Warranty Statement").
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THIS SYMBOL MEANS BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL BE ALERT TO THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY. CAREFULLY READ THE MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS AND INFORM OTHERS. EXERCISE GREAT CARE AND FOLLOW THE ADVICE GIVEN TO AVOID POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. - Replace fuel tank and container caps securely. - Replace faulty silencers. Always ensure that the mower is in a safe operating condition. Frequently check all nuts, bolts and screws for tightness. Use only genuine Hayter replacement parts. A damaged cutterbar or loose fixing bolt are major hazards.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operation continued: Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Disengage the ground drive clutch before starting the engine. Start the engine carefully, with feet well away from the cutterbar. Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Maintenance and Storage: Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating condition. Frequently check fuel lines and fittings for cracks or leaks and replace if necessary. Never check for a spark with the spark plug removed. (Use an approved tester). Never crank the engine with the spark plug removed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.10 1.10 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.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.12 1.12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY NOTICE Before using the mower, read the owner’s handbook carefully. Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. MS001 GENERAL ASSEMBLY Front Height of Cut Adjuster Muffler Guard Spark Plug Lead Engine Cowl Oil Filler Cap & Dipstick Engine Stop Lever Top Handlebar Ground Drive Clutch Lever...
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.13 1.13 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME DELIVERY CHECKLIST Unpack the mower: Remove the mower from the packag- Description Quantity ing and take great care to ensure that the control cables Owner’s Handbook between the engine and the upper handlebar are not dam- Warranty Reg.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.14 1.14 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME Continued. 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. ST002 Check the ground drive clutch lever operation: Operate the engine stop lever and push forward on the...
STARTING THE ENGINE 1.15 1.15 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”...
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STARTING THE ENGINE 1.16 1.16 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 &...
STARTING THE ENGINE 1.17 1.17 TO START THE ENGINE Operate the primer bulb: When starting the engine for the CS117 first time firmly push the primer bulb 5 times at 2 second intervals to provide the extra fuel required to start a cold engine.
STOPPING THE ENGINE 1.18 1.18 STOPPING THE ENGINE Stopping the engine: Disengage the engine stop lever by releasing the lever. STOP ST004 Emergency stop: If the engine stop lever fails, disconnect the spark plug lead to stop the engine. STOP STOP CS044 CS044...
OPERATING THE MOWER 1.19 1.19 SAFETY NOTICE WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : Before mowing, thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all objects which when contacted by the mower cutterbar could become dangerous projec- tiles.
OPERATING THE MOWER 1.20 1.20 TRAVEL Forward travel: Use the left hand to hold the engine stop lever against the handlebar and start the engine. Push down- ward on the handlebar to raise the front wheels until they are just out of contact with the ground. Use the right hand to push the ground drive clutch lever forwards until it locks into the engaged position.
OPERATING THE MOWER 1.21 1.21 MOVING THE MOWER ACROSS NON-GRASSED AREAS Set the mower to its maximum height of cut to protect the cutting mechanism when moving the mower over surfaces other than grass. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Push the mower carefully at slow walking speed with the engine stopped.
OPERATING THE MOWER 1.22 1.22 CUTTERBAR OPERATION The cutterbar rotates at the same speed as the engine. The cutterbar will stop within three seconds of the engine being stopped. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : DO NOT operate the mower if the cutterbar fails to stop within three seconds.
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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. Brush the lawn surface to disperse worm casts before mowing. Spike compacted lawn areas with a fork.
MAINTENANCE 1.24 1.24 MAINTENANCE WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. STOP STOP CS044 CS044 ENGINE 1. Governor control lever 2. Air cleaner 3. Start-grip 4.
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.
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. - Replace the element if very dirty or damaged. - Remove screw (1) - Carefully remove the air cleaner to prevent debris from falling into the carburettor.
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 air ways in the finger guard (1) and the surrounding deck areas on a daily basis after use.
MAINTENANCE 1.28 1.28 DECK HOUSING Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck housing immediately after use. It is particularly important to keep the underside clean to preserve the mulching action and prevent corrosion. If grass debris has dried onto the deck housing, it should be removed using a suitable brush.
MAINTENANCE 1.29 1.29 CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT Check the clutch cable operation every 25 operating hours and adjust if necessary. Adjustment is carried out as follows: - Set the mower at the minimum height of cut position and remove the transmission casing. - Use the left hand to hold the engine stop lever against the handlebar but do not start the engine.
MAINTENANCE 1.30 1.30 CUTTERBAR WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : Never work on the cutterbar unless the spark plug lead has been removed. The cutterbar has sharp edges. ALWAYS wear strong gloves to protect your hands when working on the cutterbar. DO NOT rotate tools towards the cutting edges to avoid the risk of injury should the tool slip.
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MAINTENANCE 1.31 1.31 CUTTERBAR Continued. How to sharpen and balance the cutterbar: A slightly worn cutterbar may be re-sharpened. All cutting edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance. Sharpen the cutter- bar every 25 mowing hours or more frequently if conditions 30 -45 require.
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...
MAINTENANCE 1.33 1.33 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Continued. EVERY 50 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON Change engine oil. Clean the insides of the front drive wheels. Lubricate the transmission drive shaft slide bearings. 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.
PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE 1.34 1.34 PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE Handlebar storage: Slacken the upper and lower handlebar securing knobs and fold into the storage position. Take great care to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged or damaged during folding.
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 Engine smokes Excess oil level Check oil level Air cleaner plugged Service air cleaner or dry.
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FAULT FINDING 1.36 1.36 FAULT FINDING Continued. PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not start Engine under load Raise height of cut Fuel starvation Fill fuel tank Engine cold Operate primer bulb. Incorrect/contaminated fuel Drain fuel tank and fill with correct fuel Spark plug lead disconnected Connect spark plug lead Engine brake not released...
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FAULT FINDING 1.37 1.37 FAULT FINDING Continued. PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Uneven cut Grass is wet Mow dry grass Undulating ground conditions Change direction of travel Cutterbar worn Sharpen the cutterbar Cutterbar out of balance Balance the cutterbar Wheels damaged Inspect and replace as necessary Mower is hard to push Cut height too low...
ENGINE ANCILLARY PARTS These parts are available through an authorised Briggs & Stratton dealer. FUEL ADDITIVE AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE ST018 SPARK PLUG SPARK PLUG WRENCH SPARK PLUG TESTER 401001EB100398A...