Page 1.6 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 product as it gives essential information regarding mower safety, operation, maintenance and specifications.
Page 1.7 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Allen mowerʼs 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.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:27 pm Page 1.8 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.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:27 pm Page 1.9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Preparation - Do not attempt to start the engine if petrol is spilled or a smell of petrol is present. Move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:27 pm Page 1.10 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.
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 Symbols Danger of being hit by Danger of severing toes or Safety Alert - Be aware to the fingers in cutting mechanism.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:27 pm Page 1.12 ASSEMBLING THE MACHINE 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.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:27 pm Page 1.13 BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE 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. Oil Type Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE 10W-30.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:27 pm Page 1.14 OPERATING THE MACHINE Controls Check that the engine stop lever moves freely and returns to it’s rest position when released. Starting - Step 1 Place the throttle control to the start position, ensure that the fuel tap is in the ‘On’...
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:27 pm Page 1.15 OPERATING MACHINE Cutting Grass Start at the outside boarder of the lawn and move up and down as you would with a conventional walk behind mower. Cutting Grass on Slopes and Banks Start at the top and move the machine from side to side while slowly and carefully moving down the slope.
Reposition the spacers as required. See diagrams for cutting device option. High Note for the 446 Hovertrim: One spacer is required above the disc at all times. NOTE: The large spacer must be positioned directly below the impeller at all times.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:28 pm Page 1.17 MACHINE MAINTENANCE To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures on the mower. Engine 1. Finger Guard 2. Carburettor 3. Spark Plug / Lead 4.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:28 pm Page 1.18 MOWER MAINTENANCE 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.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:28 pm Page 1.19 MACHINE MAINTENANCE Deck Housing Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck immedi- ately after use. Securing Nuts & Bolts Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Replace missing or damaged items immediately.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:28 pm Page 1.20 MAINTENANCE MACHINE Cutterbar Removal Drain the fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty and the engine stops. Remove the spark plug lead and allow the engine to cool. Turn the mower on its left hand side and ensure that the carburet- tor is uppermost.
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:28 pm Page 1.21 MAINTENANCE MACHINE Cutterbar 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 Flexiblade Replacement Drain the fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty and the engine stops.
H290011 Impeller Mk II H192268 Spanner Petrol H190210 Not Shown Decal-Warning 111-0083 Not Shown Decal 446 Hovertrim Logo H295125 Not Shown Decal 450 Professional Logo H295126 Not Shown Decal Logo Allen H295128 Not Shown Decal - Man Eye / Ear Protection...
111-2596 (A) 23/7/08 3:28 pm Page 1.33 CUSTOMER INFORMATION Serial No: Engine:- Engine Type:- GCV135 Honda Engine:- Engine Type:- GCV160 Honda Date of Sale:- Your Local Dealer:- Notes:- 1.33...
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