Hayter Mowers 401R manual

(English V ersion) FROM SERIAL NO: 401R001001 HANDBOOK: 401001 (Rev .2.) Issue: 25/02/99 CLIPPER 46 CODE 401R AUTO-DRIVE OWNER ’ S HANDBOOK[...]

401001EB100398A CER TIFICA TE OF CONFORMITY I, the undersigned Peter Lundberg, of STIGA certify that the lawnmowers: 1. Machine T ype No. CODE 401R (S462) 2. Category . Combustion Engine 3. Make . Hayter 4. T ype. Rotary 5. Engine - Manufacturer . Briggs & Stratton - T ype. 10C902 - Speed of rotation during test. 3000 rpm Conforms to the specif[...]

INTRODUCTION 1.4 W ARRANTY 1.5 Limited W arranty 1.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.6 - 1.10 Safety Precautions 1.6 - 1.9 Decals 1.10 SPECIFICA TIONS 1.1 1 ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS 1.12 - 1.14 General Assembly 1.12 Assembling the Mower for the First T ime 1.13- 1.14 ST ARTING THE ENGINE 1.15 - 1.17 Before Starting the Engine 1.15 - 1.16 T o Start the Engine 1.[...]

MAINTENANCE Continued. Securing Nuts and Bolts 1.28 Lubrication 1.28 Clutch Cable Adjustment 1.29 Cutterbar 1.30 - 1.31 Maintenance Schedule 1.32 - 1.33 - After First 5 Hours 1.32 - Every 5 Hours or Daily 1.32 - Every 25 Hours or Every Season 1.32 - Every 50 Hours or Every Season 1.33 - Every 100 Hours or Every Season 1.33 PREP ARING THE MOWER FOR [...]

Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower . The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efficient service from your machine. IMPOR T ANT : This ‘Owners Handbook’ should be regarded as part of the machine as it gives essential information regarding machine safety , operation, maintenance and specifications. Read and understand this [...]

W ARRANTY 1.5 1.5 400001MT270196A 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 manufacturers of the engine and battery pack system (where applicable) furnish their o[...]

T raining: Read the instructions carefully . Ensure that you are familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Learn how to stop the mower quickly in an emergency . Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower . Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby . Keep in mind tha[...]

- Replace fuel tank and container caps securely . - Replace faulty silencers. Always ensure that the mower is in a safe operating condition. Frequently check all nuts, bolts and screws for tightness. Use only genuine Hayter replacement parts. A damaged cutterbar or loose fixing bolt are major hazards. Before use, visually inspect the cutting mechan[...]

Continued. Operation continued: Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Disengage the ground drive clutch before starting the engine. Start the engine carefully , with feet well away from the cutterbar . Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Never pick up o[...]

Maintenance and Storage: Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating condition. Frequently check fuel lines and fittings for cracks or leaks and replace if necessary . Never check for a spark with the spark plug removed. (Use an approved tester). Never crank the engine with the spark plug removed. Never s[...]

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 401001EB100398A 1.10 1.10 DECALS DANGER OF BEING HIT BY THROWN OBJECTS. KEEP BYST ANDERS A T A SAFE DIST ANCE FROM THE MACHINE. W ARNING -RISK OF DANGER - SAFETY ALER T . DANGER OF SEVERING TOES OR FINGERS IN CUTTING MECHANISM. STOP ENGINE AND REMOVE SP ARK PLUG LEAD BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE OR REP AIR WORK. CAREFULL Y READ [...]

SPECIFICA TIONS 401001EB100398A 1.11 1.11 SPECIFICA TIONS MODEL CODE 401R Auto-drive Engine Briggs & Stratton Quattro 40 Engine T ype 10C902 Engine / Cutterbar Speed 3000 rpm Fuel T ype Unleaded Petrol Fuel Capacity 1.5 litres Oil T ype SAE 30 engine oil Oil Sump Capacity 0.6 litres Cutting Width 460mm Cutting Height 35 - 65mm Overall Dimension[...]

Before using the mower , read the owner ’ s handbook car efully . Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS 401001EB100398A 1.12 1.12 ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY NOTICE GENERAL ASSEMBL Y MS001 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 15 16 1. Front Height of Cut Adjuster 2. Muffler Guard 3. Spark Plug Lead 4. Engine Cow[...]

Unpack the mower: Remove the mower from the packag- ing and take great care to ensure that the control cables between the engine and the upper handlebar are not dam- aged in the process. Check that the loose items have been supplied correctly . Refer to the delivery checklist opposite. If any items are missing, contact your local authorised Hayter [...]

Check engine stop lever operation: Operate the engine stop lever several times. Ensure that the cable moves freely and that the lever returns automatically to the engine stop position when released. Check the ground drive clutch lever operation: Operate the engine stop lever and push forward on the clutch lever until it locks into position. Release[...]

IMPOR T ANT - PREVENT ENGINE DAMAGE: The engine is shipped without oil or petrol. The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petr ol before starting the engine. Oil recommendations: Always use high quality deter gent oil classified “ For service SE, SF , SG ” SAE 30 oil. Never use additives with recommended oils. SAE 10W -30 mu[...]

Fuel Recommendations: Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol. Purchase fuel in quantities which can be used with- in 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol. For added engine protection Briggs & Stratton recommend the use of their fuel additive which is available from an authorised Briggs & Stratton service dealer . Check fuel level: Clean arou[...]

Operate the primer bulb: When starting the engine for the first time firmly push the primer bulb 5 times at 2 second intervals to provide the extra fuel required to start a cold engine. When starting a cold engine thereafter it should only be necessary to push the primer bulb 3 times. Operation of the primer bulb is usually unnecessary when startin[...]

Stopping the engine: Disengage the engine stop lever by releasing the lever . Emergency stop: If the engine stop lever fails, disconnect the spark plug lead to stop the engine. W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENT AL ST AR TING : Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before cleaning, inspecting or working on the machine. STOPPING THE ENG[...]

W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : Before mowing, thoroughly inspect the ar ea where the mower is to be used and remove all objects which when contacted by the mower cutterbar could become dangerous projec- tiles. Inspect the area for hidden obstructions which when contacted by the cutterbar could risk health and safety . Remember the location of these[...]

Forward travel: Use the left hand to hold the engine stop lever against the handlebar and start the engine. Push down- ward on the handlebar to raise the front wheels until they are just out of contact with the ground. Use the right hand to push the ground drive clutch lever forwards until it locks into the engaged position. Remove the right hand a[...]

Set the mower to its maximum height of cut to protect the cutting mechanism when moving the mower over surfaces other than grass. W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Push the mower carefully at slow walking speed with the engine stopped. OPERA TING THE MOWER 401001EB100398A 1.21 1.21 MOVING THE MOWER ACROSS NON-GRASSED AREAS[...]

The cutterbar rotates at the same speed as the engine. The cutterbar will stop within three seconds of the engine being stopped. W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : DO NOT operate the mower if the cutterbar fails to stop within three seconds. Return the mower to your Hayter dealer for exami- nation and repair . W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: AL W A YS st[...]

Prevent scalping. Plan your direction of travel to mow across hollows and humps. Prevent grass damage. T ake care when turning the mower . Brush the lawn surface to disperse worm casts before mowing. Spike compacted lawn areas with a fork. Fill the holes with sand to improve aeration and drainage. Mow lawns in a different direction to the previous [...]

W ARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedur es on the mower . MAINTENANCE 401001EB100398A 1.24 1.24 MAINTENANCE ENGINE 3 2 1 6 5 4 11 10 9 8 7 12 1. Governor control lever 2. Air cleaner 3. Start-grip 4. Finger Guard 5. Muffler 6. Spark plug 7. Primer bulb 8. C[...]

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 3,000 r .p.m. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule at the end of this section and ensure that the recommen- dations are followed. More frequent service is required when operatin[...]

Refer to the Maintenance Schedule at the end of this section and ensure that the recommendations are followed. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse con- ditions. 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, which ever occu[...]

W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : Accumulation of debris around the muffler could cause a fire. Inspect and clean the engine after every use. Remove all grass and debris from the engine including the muffler / muf fler guard, the air ways in the finger guard (1) and the surrounding deck areas on a daily basis after use. IMPOR T ANT - PREVENT ENGINE DA[...]

Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck housing immediately after use. It is particularly important to keep the underside clean to preserve the mulching action and prevent corrosion. If grass debris has dried onto the deck housing, it should be removed using a suitable brush. If necessary touch in any areas of damaged paintwork w[...]

Check the clutch cable operation every 25 operating hours and adjust if necessary . Adjustment is carried out as follows: - Set the mower at the minimum height of cut position and remove the transmission casing. - Use the left hand to hold the engine stop lever against the handlebar but do not start the engine. Use the right hand to push the ground[...]

W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : Never work on the cutterbar unless the spark plug lead has been removed. The cutterbar has sharp edges. AL W A YS wear strong gloves to pr otect your hands when working on the cutterbar . DO NOT rotate tools towards the cutting edges to avoid the risk of injury should the tool slip. AL W A YS use genuine Hayter replac[...]

How to sharpen and balance the cutterbar: A slightly worn cutterbar may be re-sharpened. All cutting edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance. Sharpen the cutter- bar every 25 mowing hours or more frequently if conditions require. Remove the cutterbar from the mower and clean using a brush and water . Inspect the cutterbar for signs of dam[...]

Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service will be requir ed if working for prolonged periods under dusty , dry conditions, or when airborne debris is present or after extensive operation cutting tall, dry grass. Change engine oil Check oil level Remove grass debris from around engine, muffler/muf fler gu[...]

Change engine oil. Clean the insides of the front drive wheels. Lubricate the transmission drive shaft slide bearings. Clean 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 spark plug. MAINTENANCE 401001EB100398A 1.33 1.33 MAINTENA[...]

Handlebar storage: Slacken the upper and lower handlebar securing knobs and fold into the storage position. T ake great care to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged or damaged during folding. Storage for periods in excess of 30 days: Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected with Briggs & Stratton fuel additive or[...]

PROBLEM POSSIBLE F AUL T REMEDY Engine will not turn over Engine stop lever released Operate engine stop lever Incorrect oil level Check oil level Obstruction under deck Remove obstruction Engine smokes Excess oil level Check oil level Air cleaner plugged Service air cleaner or dry . Engine runs then stops Fuel starvation Fill fuel tank Fuel cap ve[...]

Continued. PROBLEM POSSIBLE F AUL T REMEDY Engine will not start Engine under load Raise height of cut Fuel starvation Fill fuel tank Engine cold Operate primer bulb. Incorrect/contaminated fuel Drain fuel tank and fill with correct fuel Spark plug lead disconnected Connect spark plug lead Engine brake not released Operate engine stop lever Faulty [...]

Continued. PROBLEM POSSIBLE F AUL T REMEDY Uneven cut Grass is wet Mow dry grass Undulating ground conditions Change direction of travel Cutterbar worn Sharpen the cutterbar Cutterbar out of balance Balance the cutterbar Wheels damaged Inspect and replace as necessary Mower is hard to push Cut height too low Increase cut height Wheels damaged Inspe[...]

TEM NO. DESCRIPTION P AR T NO. QTY 1 Blade ST1 11 1-3099-01 1 6 Blade bolt ST9987-5257-12 1 7 W asher ST9696-001 1-01 1 10 Blade holder ST 1 11 1-2142-01 1 1 1 Key ST9600-0014-00 1 12 Shoulder bolt ST 1 11 1-0545-00 2 13 W asher ST9694-0003-00 2 14 Flat washer ST9699-0069-02 2 15 Axle mounting ST 1 11 1-1268-01 2 16 Control lever ST 1 11 1-1337-01 [...]

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION P AR T NO. QTY 47 Decal - Engine 401008 1 48 Engine - Cowl ST 1 11 1318601 1 49 W asher ST9699009902 1 50 Screw ST9987473219 1 51 Screw ST9948064016 1 52 Lock nut ST9747063102 1 54 Control handle ST 1 11 1295201 1 55 Engine brake cable ST 1 11 1296803 55 Engine brake cable ST 1 11 1296805 1 56 Cable attachment ST 1 11 1296901 1[...]

401R CHASSIS P AR TS DIAGRAM 401001EB100398A 2.3 2.3 3D401 102A 48 64 65 47 50 49[...]

401R TRANSMISSION P ARTS LIST 401001EB100398A 2.4 2.4 P ARTS LIST TEM NO. DESCRIPTION P AR T NO. QTY 1 Wheel mounting-R.H. ST 1 11 1290001 1 2 Wheel mounting-L.H. ST 1 11 1290101 1 3 *Bronze bearing ST9548001400 2 4 *Plastic knob ST 1 11 1254901 1 5 Spacer ST 1 11 1306501 2 6 Cover plate ST 11 11256101 2 7 Pin ST1 11 1238201 2 8 Gear wheel ST 1 11 [...]

401R TRANSMISSION P ARTS DIAGRAM 401001EB100398A 2.5 2.5 3D401 101A 79[...]

ENGINE ANCILLAR Y P AR TS 401001EB100398A 2.6 2.6 ST018 SP ARK PLUG SP ARK PLUG WRENCH SP ARK PLUG TESTER AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE FUEL ADDITIVE These parts are available through an authorised Briggs & Stratton dealer .[...]

ENGINE W ARRANTY 401001EB100398A 2.7 2.7[...]

NOTES 401001EB100398A 2.8 2.8[...]

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