Hayter Mowers 48ST manual

OWNER ’ S HANDBOOK English V ersion FROM SERIAL NO: 485T001001 HANDBOOK: 485101 (rev .0.) Issue : 21.09.99 Harrier 48 CODE 485T (Blade Brake Clutch - Auto Drive)[...]

CER TIFICA TE OF CONFORMITY I, the undersigned M.A. Wright, of: HA YTER LIMITED, Spellbrook, Bishop ’ s Stortford Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND certify that the lawnmowers: 1. Machine T ype No. CODE 485T 2. Category . Combustion Engine 3. Make. Hayter 4. T ype. Rotary 5. Engine - Manufacturer . Briggs & Stratton - T ype. 12G882-1512-21 - Speed of ro[...]

485101MT210999A INTRODUCTION 1.3 W ARRANTY 1.4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.5 - 1.9 Decals 1.9 SPECIFICA TIONS 1.10 ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 1 - 1.13 General Assembly 1.1 1 Assembling the Mower for the First T ime 1.12- 1.13 ST ARTING THE ENGINE 1.14 - 1.16 Before Starting the Engine 1.14 - 1.15 T o Start the Engine 1.16 STOPPING THE ENGINE 1.17 OPERA TI[...]

485101MT210999A MAINTENANCE Continued. Securing Nuts and Bolts 1.29 Lubrication 1.29 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 ARIN[...]

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 [...]

485141EB201 198A W ARRANTY 1.4 1.4 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 [...]

485101MT210999A 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 . [...]

485101MT210999A Continued. - Replace fuel tank and container caps securely . - Replace faulty exhaust mufflers. 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 screws are major hazards. Before use,[...]

485101MT210999A Continued. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Disengage the rear roller 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[...]

485101MT210999A Continued. 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 [...]

485101MT210999A W ARNING DECAL CUT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT : THROTTLE CONTROL: BLADE BRAKE CLUTCH DECAL: Part No. 343019 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.9 1.9 DECALS W ARNING - RISK OF DANGER - SAFETY ALER T . DANGER OF SEVERING T OES OR FINGERS IN CUTTING MECHANISM. DANGER OF BEING HIT BY THROWN OBJECTS. KEEP BYST ANDERS A T A SAFE DIST ANCE FROM THE MACHINE. STOP[...]

485101MT210999A SPECIFICA TIONS 1.10 1.10 SPECIFICA TIONS MODELS CODE 485T Blade Brake Clutch - Auto Drive Engine Briggs & Stratton Diamond XTL-45 Engine T ype 12G882-1512-21 Engine / Cutterbar Speed 2950 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 480mm Cutting [...]

485101MT210999A Before using the mower , read the owner’s handbook car efully . Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS 1.11 1.11 ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY NOTICE GENERAL ASSEMBL Y 1. Spark Plug Lead 2. Air Cleaner 3. Engine Cover 4. Fuel Cap 5. Serial Number Label 6. Oil Filler & Dipstick 7. Rear Deflec[...]

Check that parts are deliver ed correctly: Remove the mower from the packaging and check that all loose items have been supplied correctly . Refer to the delivery check- list opposite and the general assembly . If any items are missing contact, your local Hayter dealer . Assemble the handlebar: Unscrew the handlebar securing knobs sufficiently to a[...]

485101MT210999A Check blade brake / clutch controls: Operate the blade stop lever (A) several times, to ensure the lever moves freely . Hold the lever against the handlebar in position (1) and check that it returns to position (2) when released. Use the right hand to hold the blade stop lever against the handlebar (1) and use the left hand to push [...]

485101MT210999A 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[...]

485101MT210999A 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 l[...]

485101MT210999A Operate the throttle contr ol lever: Push the lever to ‘ choke ’ position before starting a cold engine. It should only be necessary to push the lever to the ‘ fast ’ position before starting a warm engine. Operate the engine start - grip: Stand behind the mower and maintain a firm hold on the handlebar to prevent the mower [...]

485101MT210999A Stopping the engine: Push the lever to the rearmost position. Emergency stop: If the engine stop lever fails, move the throttle lever to the ‘ slow ’ position and disconnect the spark plug lead to stop the engine. STOPPING THE ENGINE 1.17 1.17 CS054 STO P STOPPING THE ENGINE CS034 STOP 1 2 3 1. Engine 2. Spark Plug Lead 3. Spark[...]

485101MT210999A W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENT AL ST ARTING : Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before cleaning, inspecting or working on the machine. 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 b[...]

485101MT210999A Forward travel: Hold the handlebar and operate the clutch lever to power the mower in a forward direction. T ravel speed is controlled by engine speed. Use the throttle control to increase forward travel speed. Release the clutch lever to stop the mower from travelling in a forward direction. When the clutch lever is disengaged the [...]

485101MT210999A The grassbag is designed to collect grass clippings. For optimum performance, mow in dry conditions with the throttle control set at ‘ fast ’ . W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: AL W A YS check the condition of the grassbag for signs of damage and ensure the r ear deflector is positioned correctly on top of the grassbag. Replace a d[...]

485101MT210999A T o mow without collecting the grass clippings, remove the grassbag and operate the mower with the rear deflector in its lowest position. W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: AL W A YS check the condition of the rear deflector for signs of damage and ensure it is positioned corr ectly on the rear of the mainframe. Replace a damaged rear de[...]

485101MT210999A General information: The cutterbar is driven by the engine via a brake/clutch device (1) which enables the cutterbar to be engaged/disengaged using control levers whilst the engine is running. The cutterbar will stop within three seconds of releasing the blade stop lever . OPERA TING THE MOWER 1.22 1.22 CUTTERBAR OPERA TION W ARNING[...]

485101MT210999A In dry weather conditions leave the grass long to help retain ground moisture. Aerate the lawn to stimulate soil organisms and root growth. In spring and late summer remove dead grass and aerate the lawn by raking or similar means. Keep the cutterbar sharp. A blunt cutterbar will tear the grass and cause the tips to turn brown. Prev[...]

485101MT210999A Recommended grass heights for lawns : OPERA TING THE MOWER 1.24 1.24 MOWING AND GRASS CARE TIPS Continued. DANGER Coarse grasses dominate fine grasses. 38mm General lawn in spring, autumn or prolonged dry period. 32mm General lawn in summer . 25mm Luxury lawn in spring, autumn or prolonged dry period. 19mm Luxury lawn in summer . 12[...]

485101MT210999A W ARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedur es on the mower . Engine Cowl Carburettor Spark Plug / Lead Muffler Guard Muffler Oil filler Cap/ Dipstick Start Grip Fuel Cap Finger Guard Air Cleaner Remove two screws securing the engine cowl and re[...]

485101MT210999A 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 requir[...]

485101MT210999A 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,[...]

485101MT210999A 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 top cowl and the surrounding deck areas on a daily basis after use. IMPOR T ANT - PREVENT E[...]

485101MT210999A Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Replace missing or damaged items immediately . 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 casings. Check the clutch [...]

485101MT210999A How to remove the cutterbar: 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. T urn the mower on its left hand side and ensure that the air cleaner side of the engine is uppermost. CAUTION - PREVENT INJUR Y : It is wise to seek assistance[...]

485101MT210999A How to sharpen and balance the cutterbar: A slightly worn cutterbar may be re-sharpened. Both cutting edges must be sharpened equally to ensure balance. Sharpen the cutterbar every 25 mowing hours or more frequently if con- ditions require. Remove the cutterbar from the mower and clean using a brush and water . Inspect the cutterbar[...]

485101MT210999A 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, muf[...]

485101MT210999A Change engine oil. 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. Service the dual element air cleaner cartridge. Replace spark plug. MAINTENANCE 1.33 1.33 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Continued. EVER Y 50 HOURS OR EVERY SEA[...]

Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oil into the engine cylinder and replace the spark plug. Do not exceed the stated volume of oil as engine damage may occur on re-starting. Do not replace the spark plug lead . Slowly pull the engine start - grip once to crank the engine. This will distribute the oil and help prevent engine corros[...]

485101MT210999A 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 Engine smokes Excess oil level Check oil level Air cleaner cartridge oil Service air cleaner soaked or plugged Engine runs then stops Fuel starvation Fill fuel tank Fuel cap vent blocked [...]

485101MT210999A PROBLEM POSSIBLE F AUL T REMEDY Engine will not start Engine under load Raise height of cut Fuel starvation Fill fuel tank Engine cold Set throttle to ‘ choke ’ position Incorrect/contaminated fuel Drain fuel tank and fill with correct fuel Spark plug lead disconnected Connect spark plug lead Throttle setting incorrect Set throt[...]

485101MT210999A PROBLEM POSSIBLE F AUL T REMEDY Uneven cut Undulating ground conditions Change direction of travel Cutterbar worn Sharpen the cutterbar Cutterbar out of balance Balance the cutterbar Wheels / roller damaged Inspect and replace as necessary Discharge chute blocks Grass is wet Mow dry grass Cut height too low Increase cut height Grass[...]

485101MT210999A ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION P AR T NO. QTY 1 Mainframe - Casting 480010V 1 2 Plate - Location RH 480083V 1 3 Clamp - Boss Inner 480084W 2 4 Clamp - Boss Outer 480085W 2 5 Handwheel - Assy 480054 2 6 Spacer - BBC 485006 1 7 Throttle Control & OPC Cable 485026 1 8 Engine - B/S Diamond XTL50 APT O 4851 10 1 9 Decal - Engine 4851 1 1 1 10 [...]

485101MT210999A ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION P AR T NO. QTY 43 Bush 340154 2 44 Screw - T aptite 09591 3 45 Foam Strip 4801 19 1 46 Lever HOC 480128 1 47 HOC Moulding 480126 1 48 Throwplate - Main Body 480011 1 49 Screw - T aptite 09545 4 50 Bearing - Roller Housing 219102 2 51 Roller - Rear W/A 480151W 2 52 Spring T ension - Rear Axle 480133 2 53 W asher [...]

485101MT210999A ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION P AR T NO. QTY 83 Nut M4 - Nylon Insert 09657 1 84 M10 x 25 T uf-Lok Screw 09747 2 85 Blade Brake Clutch 485007 1 86 Cutterbar - BBC 485005 1 87 Cover - Throwplate Drive 480012 1 88 Support Plate Assy 319008W 1 89 Spacer 321034 3 90 Cap - Hub 219143 2 91 Nut - UNF Nyloc 4486 2 92 Wheel 5218 2 93 Axle - Front W/A[...]

485101MT210999A 485T P AR TS DIAGRAM 2.4 2.4 46 11 4 11 3 11 5 1D485S01D 1 2 3 3 4 97 4 97 5 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 98 99 99 10 104 23 11 100 100 100 100 100 100 11 12 12 13 14 15 22 18 19 17 20 21 16 101 102 103 24 25 26 13 13 83 36 28 29 30 31 105 32 96 102 95 33 34 37 38 39 39 40 41 42 45 48 49 11 8 111 53 11 2 49 61 49 49 50 50 43 44 44 44 51 51 52 52 [...]

ENGINE ANCILLAR Y P AR TS 485101MT210999A 2.5 2.5 Pre-cleaner 493537 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 .[...]

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