Hayter RANGER 53 PRO 396E Owner's Handbook Manual
Hayter RANGER 53 PRO 396E Owner's Handbook Manual

Hayter RANGER 53 PRO 396E Owner's Handbook Manual

Hayter mowers field mower user manual

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(English Version)
CODE
SERIAL NO.
396E
270000001
Issue :
12.12.06
Ranger 53 Pro
OWNER'S HANDBOOK
CODE
396E
HANDBOOK: 111-1071 (Rev.A.)

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S HANDBOOK (English Version) CODE SERIAL NO. 396E 270000001 Issue : 12.12.06 Ranger 53 Pro CODE 396E HANDBOOK: 111-1071 (Rev.A.)
  • Page 2: Specifications

    MAIN FEATURES Main Features Spark Plug Lead. Primer Bulb. Engine Cover. Air Filter. Fuel Filler Cap. Oil Filler Cap & Dipstick. Height of Cut Lever. Serial No. Label. Rear Deflector. 10. Handlebar Securing Knob 11. Engine Start Grip. 12. Throttle Control. 13.
  • Page 3 1ST Year (12 months) We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer Date: 2nd Year (24 months) We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer Date: 1ST Year (12 months) Owner’s Name: Serial Number:...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1.2 Main Features/Specifications 1.5 Contents 1.6 Introduction 1.7 Warranty 1.8 - 1.11 Safety Precautions 1.8 Safety Alert Symbol 1.8 Training 1.8 Preparation 1.9 Preparation 1.9 Operation 1.10 Operation 1.10 Maintenance & Storage 1.11 Maintenance & Storage 1.11 Safety Symbols 1.11 Control Symbols 1.12 - 1.13 Assembling the Mower 1.12 - Delivery Checklist...
  • Page 6: 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 7: 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 one year from the date of purchase. The manufacturers of the engine furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their authorised network (Refer to "Engine Warranty Statement").
  • Page 8: 1.11 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 9: Preparation

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Preparation - Always use fresh fuel. Stale fuel can block the carburettor and cause leakage. - Replace fuel tank and oil tank caps securely. - Replace faulty exhaust. 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 10: Operation

    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.
  • Page 11: Maintenance & Storage

    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 12: Delivery Checklist

    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. Description Handlebar Lower LH Handlebar Lower RH Coach Bolt Washer Handlebar Support LH Handlebar Support RH...
  • Page 13: Grassbag Assembly

    ASSEMBLING THE MOWER Assembling the Mower for the first time Grassbag Assembly Assemble the grassbag: Insert metal frame into grassbag fabric and clip into position. Push grassbag flap onto frame to fix in position. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Always ensure grassbag flap is securely fitted and in good condition.
  • Page 14: Before Starting The Mower

    STARTING BEFORE Prevent Engine Damage Oil Type Check Oil Level 0.15 Litres V15C Fuel Type 1.14 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.
  • Page 15: 1.21 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 16: Forward Travel

    OPERATING 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. Ground speed may be adjusted by operating the speed variator control.
  • Page 17: Turning

    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, apply down- ward pressure on the handlebar to raise the front wheels just above ground level and steer in the required direction.
  • Page 18: Slopes

    OPERATING THE MOWER Slopes To prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees. Height of Cut 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 19: Without Grass Collection

    OPERATING Without Grass Collection Remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in the closed position. 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.
  • Page 20: Lawn Care Calendar

    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.
  • Page 21: Lawn Care

    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 22: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE To prevent accidents stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. After the very first hour check clutch adjustment. After the very first five hours change the engine oil. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 23: 1.29 Mower Maintenance - Engine

    100Hrs or Every Season Clean the engine cooling system. Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present or after prolonged operation whilst cutting tall, dry grass. Replace the spark plug. Air Cleaner Spark Plug / Lead Carburetor Exhaust Guard Exhaust...
  • Page 24: 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 the two screws (1) and remove cover...
  • Page 25: 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 26: Deck Housing

    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 &...
  • Page 27: 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 28: Cutterblade Assembly

    MOWER MAINTENANCE Cutterblade Assembly CS281 LH Cutterblade Sharpening 1CG480V25B 1.28 Assemble the cutterblade with the turned up edges facing towards the engine. Secure the cutterblade using the bolt (1), spring washer (2), location spacer (3), large washer (4) and tighten to a torque of 40Nm. A slightly worn cutterblade may be re-sharpened.
  • Page 29: Storage

    MOWER MAINTENANCE Storage To store the handlebar unscrew the securing knobs sufficiently 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 damaged through contact with the engine spark plug.
  • Page 30: 1.31 Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM Engine will not turn over Engine smokes Engine runs then stops Engine will not start Engine runs rough 1.30 POSSIBLE FAULT Engine stop lever released. Incorrect oil level. Obstruction under deck. Excess oil level. Air cleaner cartridge oil soaked or blocked.
  • Page 31 PROBLEM Engine vibrates excessively Uneven cut Discharge chute blocks Mower is hard to push Mower will not self propel (Autodrive Only) Poor grass collection TROUBLE SHOOTING POSSIBLE FAULT Mounting bolts loose. Cutterblade bolt loose. Cutterblade out of balance. Bent crankshaft. Undulating ground conditions Cutterblade worn Cutterblade out of balance...
  • Page 32: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: SANDRIGARDEN Address: via Manzoni 22 36027 Rosa, Italia. declare that the lawnmower: Model name: Type: Model No: Cutting width: Speed of rotation of the cutting device: Width of the cutting device: Engine manufacturer: Speed of rotation of engine: Complies with the provisions of Directive: 98/37/EC Essential Health &...
  • Page 33 DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. Belt - Variable Pulley to Gearbox Belt - Engine Crankshaft to Variable Pulley Pulley - Variable Washer - Plain Bracket - Pivot Spacer - Rear Wheel Nut - M8 Plate - Gearbox Circlip Bolt - Carriage Rod - Rear Deflector Washer - Locating Setscrew Clamp - Cable...
  • Page 34 PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. Axle - Front Bush - Axle Washer - Plain Wheel - Rear Decal - Hayter Bush Knob - Large Handlebar - Lower R.H. Nut - Full Flanged Mounting Ring - Engine Handlebar - Upper Bolt - Carriage Loop - Recoil Rope Support R.H.
  • Page 35: Parts List

    ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION Gear Washer - Plastic Axle - Rear Plate - Clamp Cap Screw - Soc Hd. C'Sunk Damper - Rear Deflector Lever - Engine Stop Handle - Rear Deflector Lever Bolt Washer - Lever Washer - Plain Gear Spacer Pin - Pivot Screw...
  • Page 36 PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION Deflector - Rear (includes items 11 & 17) Setscrew Washer Guide - Cable Plug Decal - Throttle Decal Bush - Crankshaft Support Decal - Variable Speed Support - Crankshaft (Includes Item 128) Decal - Warning Shim Washer - Wavy Screw - Self Tapping Skirt - Steel...
  • Page 37 95 96 1D396E01A PARTS LIST 1.37...
  • Page 38 NOTES Notes: 1.38...
  • Page 39 NOTES Notes: 1.39...
  • Page 40: Customer Information

    CUSTOMER INFORMATION Serial No: Engine:-Briggs & Stratton Intek Edge 60 Engine Type: 121602-0315-E1 Date of Sale:- Your Local Dealer:- 1.40...

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