MAIN FEATURES / SPECIFICATIONS Main Features Primer Bulb. Fuel Filler Cap. Oil Filler Cap and Dipstick. Handlebar Securing Knob. Rope Guide. Engine Start-Grip. Engine Stop lever. Handlebar. Ground Drive Clutch Lever (Auto drive only). Rear Deflector. Grassbag Assembly. Serial Number Decal. Height of Cut Adjuster.
Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve Hayter Limited of liability for any resulting damage or injury. 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 manufacturer of the engines furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their authorised network (Refer to "Engine Warranty Statement").
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.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Preparation - Always use fresh fuel. Stale fuel can block the carburettor and cause leakage. - Replace fuel tank and oil tank caps securely. A damaged cutterblade or loose fixing bolt are major hazards. Before use, always visually inspect the cutting mechanism to ensure that it is in good condition.
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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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Maintenance & Storage Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine and the surrounding deck area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Check the rear deflector and grassbag frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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 To prevent accidents cut off the long ribbon attached to the grass- bag and discard.
MOWER BEFORE STARTING 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 this 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 - Autodrive model) return freely to their rest position when released. Starting - Step 1 Push the primer button 5 times allowing 2 seconds between each push.
OPERATING MOWER Turning To make a wide turn steer the mower with the handlebar in the direc- tion required. To make a tight turn (release the ground drive clutch lever, Autodrive model), apply downward pressure on the handlebar to raise the front wheels just above ground level and steer in the required direction.
OPERATING THE MOWER Before Mowing To prevent accidents thoroughly inspect the area and remove all objects which when contacted by the cutterblade could become dangerous projectiles. Inspect the area for hidden obstructions which when contacted by the cutterblade could risk health and safety.
OPERATING THE MOWER Non-Grassed Areas When moving the mower across non-grassed areas, stop the cut- terblade and set the mower to the maximum height of cut to protect the cutting mechanism. 1.15...
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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.
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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 1CG422V09A Fuel Cap Air cleaner.
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. Fertilisers and top dressings are particularly corrosive. Thoroughly clean the mower deck immediately after use on treat- ed grass and store well away from corrosive materials. Securing Nuts &...
MOWER MAINTENANCE Lubrication Lubricate the wheels, pivot points and linkages with engine oil every 25 operating hours. Apply a good quality medium grease to the inner control cables at the point of entry and exit from their outer casing. Cutterblade Removal Drain the fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty and the engine stops.
MOWER MAINTENANCE Cutterblade Assembly Push Models Assemble the cutterblade (2) with the turned up edges facing towards the engine. Secure the cutterblade using the friction washer (3) and new fixing bolt (4) and tighten to a torque of 54Nm. To prevent accidents never reuse the original fixing bolt. Cutterblade Assembly - Autodrive Model Assemble the cutterblade (2) with the turned up edges facing towards...
MOWER MAINTENANCE Cutterblade Sharpening Continued. If the cutterblade is not balanced the heavy end will rotate downwards. Sharpen the heavy end until the cutterblade is correctly balanced. 1CG480V25B Storage To store the handlebar unscrew the 2 small securing knobs sufficient- ly to allow it to pivot forwards to rest against the mower.
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not turn over 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 blocked. Engine runs then stops Fuel starvation.
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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...
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY I, the undersigned M.A. Wright, of: HAYTER LIMITED, Spellbrook, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND certify that the lawnmowers: Models: Jubilee 43 Jubilee 48 Jubilee 48 Push Push Auto Drive Machine Type No. CODE 422V CODE 423V CODE 424V...