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- Page 1 Harrier CODE 481A (Electric Start) OWNER’S HANDBOOK (English Version) FROM SERIAL NO: 481A001001 HANDBOOK: 481145 (Rev.1.) Issue : 22.10.01...
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Page 2: Specifications
Fuel Capacity Oil Type Oil Sump Capacity Width of Cut Height of Cut Overall Dimensions Dry Weight CODE 481A - Auto Drive Electric Start Briggs & Stratton Diamond XTL-45 12L887-1562-21 2800 rpm Unleaded Petrol 1.5 litres SAE 30 engine oil 0.6 litres... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
1.1 Main Features/Specifications 1.2 Contents 1.3 Introduction 1.4 Warranty 1.5 - 1.8 Safety Precautions 1.8 Safety Symbols 1.8 Decal Symbols 1.9 Assembling the Mower - Delivery Checklist - Handlebar - Adjust Handlebar Height - Grassbag Attachment 1.10 Before Starting the Engine 1.10 - Prevent Engine Damage 1.10... -
Page 4: Introduction
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. -
Page 5: 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"). -
Page 6: 1.8 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 7 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.
- Page 8 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.
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Page 9: Safety Symbols
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. -
Page 10: 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. 2. Warranty Reg. Card. 3. Grassbag. 4. -
Page 11: Before Starting The Engine
BEFORE STARTING THE MOWER 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. Always use high quality detergent oil classified “For service SE, SF, SG”... -
Page 12: 1.14 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. Whilst operating the engine throttle mechanism slight resistance should be felt when moving the lever to the ‘choke’... -
Page 13: Forward Travel
OPERATING THE 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 14: Height Of Cut
OPERATING THE MOWER Height of Cut 305113 Before Mowing Grassbag Without Grass Collection 1.14 Move the height of cut lever sideways to disengage it from the locking notch, then push forwards to lower or pull backwards to raise the height of cut. -
Page 15: Heavy Growth
OPERATING THE MOWER 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. Allow the grass clippings to dry out and then mow the area at the maximum height of cut setting with the grassbag fitted. - Page 16 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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Page 17: Lawn Stripes
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 18: Maintenance Schedule
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... -
Page 19: 1.24 Mower Maintenance - Engine
To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. Engine Cowl Carburettor Spark Plug / Lead Muffler Guard Muffler Oil filler Cap/ Dipstick Start Grip Fuel Cap Finger Guard 10. -
Page 20: Oil Service
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’:- Air Cleaner Service To service the air cleaner, loosen screw (1) and remove cover (2). -
Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: Lubrication
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. -
Page 24: Cutterblade Assembly
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. -
Page 25: 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 26: Battery Charging
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. -
Page 27: 1.27 Trouble Shooting
PROBLEM Engine will not turn over Engine smokes Engine runs then stops Engine will not start Engine runs rough TROUBLE SHOOTING POSSIBLE FAULT Engine stop lever released. Incorrect oil level. Obstruction under deck. Battery discharge Excess oil level. Air cleaner cartridge oil soaked or blocked. - Page 28 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM Engine vibrates excessively Uneven cut Discharge chute blocks Mower is hard to push Mower will not self propel Poor grass collection 1.28 POSSIBLE FAULT Mounting bolts loose. Cutterblade bolt loose. Cutterblade out of balance. Bent crankshaft. Undulating ground conditions Cutterblade worn Cutterblade out of balance Wheels / roller damaged...
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Page 29: Declaration Of Conformity
Standards Used: EN2921, EN836 and ENISO14982 Signed M.A. Wright (Technical Director) VIBRATION INFORMATION Lawnmower vibration information. RMS acceleration measured in 3 - axes at operators contact position on CODE 481A = 5 ms the handlebars. CONFORMITY Harrier 48 CODE 481A Auto Drive Electric Start Pedestrian Rotary Briggs &... - Page 30 481A PARTS LIST ITEM NO DESCRIPTION Mainframe - Casting Plate - Location RH Clamp - Boss Inner Clamp - Boss Outer Handwheel - Assy Key - Woodruff Throttle Control & OPC Cable Engine - B/S Diamond Decal - Engine Knob - Handlebar...
- Page 31 Washer Circlip Pulley - Jockey Washer - Starlock Bracket - Idler Assy Belt Guide Pulley - Drive APTO Spring - Torsion Idler Bush Washer - M12 H.D. 481A PARTS LIST PART NO. 09575 340154 09349 09634 480128 480126 480011 09545...
- Page 32 481A PARTS LIST ITEM NO DESCRIPTION Washer - Spring Bolt - UNF Distance Piece - Cutterbar Cutterbar - 19” Cover - Throwplate Drive Disc - Friction Spacer Cap - Hub Nut - UNF Nyloc Wheel Axle - Front W/A Moulding - Front Axle Bearing Fin - Front Insert Decal - Hayter &...
- Page 33 481A PARTS LIST 31 32 48 49 54 26 57 58 1C481V01B -Grassbag Assy. Includes Items 28,36 & 112 1.33...
- Page 34 CUSTOMER INFORMATION /NOTES Mower Serial No:... Engine Model:... Notes: 1.34 Type:... Code:...
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