Cutterbar Operation - Hayter Harrier 48 48ST Owner's Handbook Manual

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CUTTERBAR OPERATION

General information: The cutterbar is driven by the engine
via a brake/clutch device (1) which enables the
cutterbar to be engaged/disengaged using control levers
whilst the engine is running.
within three seconds of releasing the blade stop lever.
WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: DO NOT operate the mower if the cutterbar
fails to stop within three seconds. Return the mower to your Hayter dealer for
examination and repair.
A friction device in the blade brake/clutch helps prevent
damage occurring to the cutting mechanism when a hidden
obstruction or overload is encountered. When the
obstruction or overload is removed, the friction device will
automatically reset.
WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: ALWAYS disengage the cutterbar drive and
stop the engine when a hidden obstruction or excessive vibration is encountered.
Disconnect the spark plug lead and examine the cutting mechanism. ALWAYS replace
a damaged cutterbar - refer to "Maintenance".
Engaging cutterbar drive: Use the right hand to hold the
blade stop lever against the handlebar (1) and use the left
hand to push the clutch lever (2) to the 'engaged' position
(3). Remove the left hand and the blade clutch lever should
return to position (4).
Disengage cutterbar drive: Release the blade stop lever to
disengage cutterbar drive. Check that the blade stop lever
automatically returns to position (2).
Emergency stop: If the cutterbar drive mechanism fails,
stop the engine.
WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Do not operate the mower with a faulty
cutterbar drive mechanism.
OPERATING THE MOWER
The cutterbar will stop
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