FEATURES MAIN Main Features Footstop Air Cleaner Serial No. Label Choke Lever Spark Plug / Lead Exhaust Guard Handlebar Securing Knob Handlebar Engine Stop Lever OPC Switch Oil Dipstick Engine Cover Engine Start Grip Fuel Cap Vent Knob Fuel Cap Fuel Valve Lever Specifications Code...
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing an Allen machine. The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efficient service from your machine. 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 machine for the first time.
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Allen mower’s are manufactured by Hayter Limited. The manufacturer 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 one year from the date of purchase.
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 machine is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following precautions may result in serious injury.
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 cutter device or impeller or both must be replaced. Before use, always visually inspect the cutting mechanism to ensure that it is in good condition.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operation Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Never pick up or carry the machine while the engine is running. Never touch the exhaust/exhaust guard or cooling fins when the engine is hot. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead: Stop the engine: Maintenance &...
Maintenance & Storage If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool. Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the cutting device. Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Allen parts. Safety Alert - Be aware to the possibility of injury.
ASSEMBLING THE MOWER Delivery Checklist Remove the machine from the packaging and check that the following items have been supplied correctly. If any items are missing contact, your local dealer. Main deck, lower and upper handlebars. 1. Handlebar bolt x 2 HAY-G00116-A 2.
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. Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE 10W-30. Never use additives with recommended oil.
OPERATING THE MOWER Controls Check that the engine stop lever moves freely and returns to it’s rest position when released. Starting - Step 1 FUEL CAP VENT 1. Open the fuel tank vent by turning the vent knob at least 2 or 3 turns OPEN 2.
OPERATING Continued 4. Hold the handlebar together with the engine stop lever, place your foot on the deck and tilt the mower towards you. This will take the load off the engine making it easier to start. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly.
OPERATING THE MOWER Adjusting the Cutting Height HAY-G00143-A 305113 If using spare reel of flexiblade, cut to the length of 200mm and fit as above. Flexiblade Replacement Drain the fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty and the engine stops.
To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. 1. Spark Plug / Lead 2. Exhaust Guard 3. Exhaust 4. Oil filler Cap/ Dipstick 5. Finger Guard 6. Start Grip 7.
MOWER Air Cleaner Service HAY-G00145-A AIR CLEANER BODY FILTER ELEMENT AIR CLEANER COVER UPPER TABS LOWER TABS Spark Plug Service Use only an approved 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.
MAINTENANCE MOWER Keeping Engine Clean Remove all grass and debris from the engine including the exhaust/exhaust guard, the air ways in the top cowl and the surround- ing deck areas on a daily basis after use. Never spray the engine with water during cleaning.
MOWER Oil Service Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and thereafter according to the ‘Maintenance Schedule’:- 1. Drain fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty. 2. Remove the spark plug lead. 3.
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DECLARATION EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: HAYTER LIMITED, Address: Spellbrook, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts. CM23 4BU. ENGLAND declare that the trimmer: Model name: Model No: Cutting width: Speed of rotation of the cutting device: Engine Manufacturer: Speed of rotation of engine: Complies with the provisions of Directive: 98/37/EC Essential Health &...
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TROUBLE PROBLEM Engine will not turn over Engine smokes Engine runs then stops Engine will not start Engine runs rough 1.22 SHOOTING POSSIBLE FAULT Engine stop lever released. Incorrect oil level. Obstruction under deck. Excess oil level. Air cleaner cartridge oil soaked or blocked.
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PROBLEM Engine vibrates excessively Uneven cut Poor hovering TROUBLE POSSIBLE FAULT Mounting bolts loose. Cutter disc bolt loose. Bent crankshaft. Damaged impeller or cutter disc Consult your dealer Flexiblade out of balance Engine running slow Impeller air vents blocked Underdeck not clean Cutter disc loose SHOOTING REMEDY...
MAINFRAME PARTS LIST Item No. Description ALLEN XR44 DECAL ALLEN XR16 DECAL ONLY WASHER 1/4*7/8*.08" THK NUT M6 NYLOC 'T' TYPE CABLE TIE BOLT M6*45 SCREW PLASTITE DIA 5*22 PAN POZI SCREW SOC HD BUTTON M6*16 DECAL - SAFETY PETROL OPC WIRE LOOM ASSEMBLY LOGO ALLEN BOLT M6X55 HEXBZP-TUF...
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