Hayter Mowers 496G manual

Original V ersion (EN) ISSUE: 20.12.10 P AR T NUMBER: 1 1 1-3523 (B) OWNER’S HANDBOOK Harrier 48/56 Pro CODES 496G & 566G[...]

2 3 CONTENTS Contents 2 Introduction 3 Specications / Main Features 4 Safety Precautions 5 - 6 - Safety Alert Symbol 5 - T raining 5 - Preparation 5 - Safety Symbols 5 - Operation 5 - 6 - Maintenance & Storage 6 - Control Symbols 6 Assembling the Mower Befor e First Use 7 - Delivery Checklist 7 - Handlebar 7 - Grassbag Assembly 7 - Prevent E[...]

2 3 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower . The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efcient service from your machine. IMPOR T ANT : This ‘Owners Handbook’ should be regarded as part of the mower as it gives essential information regarding mower safety , operation, maintenance and specica - tions. Read an[...]

4 5 SPECIFICA TIONS / MAIN FEA TURES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 16 10 11 12 13 14 15 Code 496 566 Engine Briggs & Stratton Briggs & Stratton Engine type Series 850 Series 850 Engine / Cutterbar Speed 2750 rpm 2750 rpm Fuel type Unleaded petrol Unleaded petrol Fuel capacity 1.1 litres 1.1 litres Oil type SAE 30 engine oil SAE 30 engine oil Oil sump c[...]

4 5 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. Y our mower is perfectly safe if used correctly . Failure to observe the following precautions may r esult in serious injury . T rai[...]

6 7 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operation cont If the machine has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the machine to and from the area to be mowed. Stop the blade (s) by releasing the engine stop lever , enure that the blade (s) have stopped before tilting the mower . Never operate the machine with [...]

6 7 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 3. Parts list/D of C 2. Grassbag 4. W arranty Reg Card T o prevent accidents cut off the long ribbon attached to the grassbag and discard. (Refer[...]

8 9 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 OPERA TING THE MOWER Fig. 1 1 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. (Refer g.7) IMPOR T ANT : T o avoid damage to the cable the Engine Speed Control sh[...]

8 9 Height Of Cut T o adjust the height of cut: Grip the lever and pull side - ways to disengage it from the locking notch, then push forwards to lower or pull backwards to raise the height of cut. Finally release the lever at the required position and ensure it locks rmly into one of the eight setting notches. Always select a height of cut to s[...]

10 11 Maintenance Schedule Fo l lo w th e h ou r ly o r c al en d ar i n te rv a ls , wh i ch ev e r oc c ur s r s t. M or e f re q ue nt se rv ic e w il l b e r eq ui re d i f w or ki n g fo r pr o lo ng ed pe ri o ds u n de r du s ty , dr y c on di t io ns , o r wh e n ai r bo rn e d eb ri s i s p re se nt or a f te r e xt en si v e op e ra ti[...]

10 11 MOWER MAINTENANCE Carburettor Adjustments Should only be made by an authorised Briggs & Stratton dealer . Under no circumstances should the engine be adjusted to run at a speed in excess of that shown on the Declaration of Conformity . Oil Service Check the oil level daily before starting the engine and ensure that the correct oil level i[...]

12 13 Securing Nuts & Bolts Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Replace missing or damaged items immediately . Clutch Cable Adjustment At any time the operator feels that the machine is loosing drive: 1. Stop the engine. 2. Pull the machine backwards at the same time progressively engage the clutch lever until the rear r[...]

12 13 Cutterblade Sharpening A slightly worn cutterblade may be re-sharpened. Both blade edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance. Sharpen the cutterblade every 25 mowing hours or more frequently if conditions require. Remove the cutterblade from the mower and clean using a brush and water . In- spect the cutterblade for signs of damage. S[...]

14 15 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 . March The yearly lawn work programme really starts this month. As soon as[...]

14 15 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not turn over 1. Engine stop lever released 2. Incorrect oil level 3. Obstruction under deck 1. Operate engine/blade stop lever 2. Check oil level 3. Remove obstruction Engine smokes 1. Excess oil 2. Air cleaner cartridge oil soaked or blocked 1. Check oil level 2. Service air clea[...]

16 17 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 (Re[...]

16 17 NOTES NOTES[...]

18 Date of Sale:- Y our Local Dealer:- CODE SERIAL NO. Engine T ype:- Engine:- DEALER ST AMP 1st Y ear (12 months ) We certify t hat this service h as been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer Date: 1st Y ear (12 months ) Owner ’s Name : Serial Number: Date: 2nd Y ear (24 months ) We certify t hat this service has been carried out b[...]