Hayter 480D, Owner'S Handbook Manual

Page 1: ... HANDBOOK Harrier 48 CODE 480D 481D English Version CODE SERIAL NO HANDBOOK 111 0436 Rev A 480D 250000001 481D 250000001 Issue 24 10 05 Autodrive Autodrive Electric Start 111 0436 A 27 10 05 12 57 pm Page 1 1 ...

Page 2: ...ion RJ19LM NGKBR2LM Spark Plug Gap 0 76mm 0 76mm Width of Cut 480mm 480mm Height of Cut 13 65mm 13 65mm Overall Dimensions 1520 x 505 x 1120mm 1520 x 505 x 1120mm Dry Weight 46 5 Kg 50 5 Kg 1 Spark Plug Lead 2 Air Cleaner 3 Engine Cover 4 Fuel Cap 5 Oil Filler Cap Dipstick 6 Rear Deflector 7 Engine Start Grip 8 Engine Stop Lever 9 Handlebar 10 Ground Drive Clutch Lever 11 Throttle Control 12 Grass...

Page 3: ...me Serial Number Date 2nd Year 24 months We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer Date Owner s Name Serial Number Date Note for dealer Please retain this voucher for your records Note for dealer Please retain this voucher for your records 2nd Year 24 months 111 0436 A 27 10 05 12 57 pm Page 1 3 ...

Page 4: ...111 0436 A 27 10 05 12 57 pm Page 1 4 ...

Page 5: ...5 Parts list Diagram 1 36 Customer Info Notes 1 2 Main Features Specifications 1 5 Contents 1 6 Introduction 1 7 Warranty 1 8 1 11 Safety Precautions 1 11 Safety Symbols 1 11 Decal Symbols 1 12 Assembling the Mower 1 12 Delivery Checklist 1 12 Handlebar 1 12 Adjust Handlebar Height 1 12 Grassbag Attachment 1 13 Before Starting the Engine 1 13 Prevent Engine Damage 1 13 Oil Type 1 13 Check Oil Leve...

Page 6: ...mower should be operated serviced and repaired only by persons who are familiar with its particular characteristics and who are acquainted with the relevant safety procedures The safety precautions listed in this handbook and all other generally recognised regulations on safety must be observed at all times Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve Hayter Limited of liabi...

Page 7: ...e not applicable Only machines fitted with a genuine Hayter friction disc which are used in accordance with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures are covered This warranty does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with altered misused abused or used for hire and will become invalid if non genuine Hayter parts are fitted This warranty does not cover minor mechanical adjustmen...

Page 8: ...cidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property While mowing always wear substantial footwear and long trousers Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine WARNING Petrol is highly flammable Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purp...

Page 9: ... or arm injury Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Avoid using the mower on wet grass where feasible Always be sure of your footing on slopes Walk never run Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Do not mow excessively steep slopes of more than 20 degrees Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards yo...

Page 10: ...ate abnormally check immediately Stop the engine Whenever you leave the mower Before refuelling Reduce throttle control setting during engine shutdown 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 when the spark plug is removed Use approve...

Page 11: ...bling the cut terblade Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Hayter parts 1 11 Maintenance Storage SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Symbols Safety Alert Be aware to the possibility of injury Danger of severing toes or fin gers in cutting mechanism Carefully read the Owners Handbook before using the machine Danger of being hit by thrown objects Stop engine and remove spark plug lead before work...

Page 12: ...the engine to avoid damage and unfold the handlebar to the operating position Make sure the knobs are assembled to the outside of the handlebar and tighten to secure in position Take care to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged at the pivot point Unscrew the two larger knobs at base of handlebar sufficiently to allow it to be moved to the upper middle or lower position Ensure both ...

Page 13: ...e oil from it with a clean cloth Screw the oil filler dipstick back in place then unscrew and remove it to check the oil level The oil level is correct when it is at the full mark on the dipstick DO NOT OVERFILL Always use clean fresh unleaded petrol Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days Never mix oil with petrol For added engine protection Briggs Stratton recommend the use o...

Page 14: ...stop lever with your left hand With your right hand hold the engine start grip and pull slowly until resistance is felt then pull rap idly to crank the engine carefully return the start grip to the storage position when the engine starts If the engine does not start after 5 attempts refer to Trouble Shooting The engine stop lever must be held firmly against the handlebar to start and keep the engi...

Page 15: ...ure is useful when mowing in confined areas If the engine stop lever is released the engine will stop 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 To prevent accidents do not r...

Page 16: ...mower cutterblade could become dangerous projectiles Inspect the area for hidden obstruc tions which when contacted by the cutterblade could risk health and safety or result in damage to the mower Remember the loca tion of these obstructions and ensure that you mow around them Raise the rear deflector and lift the grassbag through the handlebar and lower the rear deflector to rest against the rear...

Page 17: ...hird of grass height in one cut The cutterblade is driven by the engine via a friction disc to help pre vent damage occurring to the engine crankshaft and cutting mecha nism when a hidden obstruction or overload is encountered Always stop the engine when a hidden obstruction or excessive vibra tion is encountered Disconnect the spark plug lead and examine the cutting mechanism ALWAYS replace a dam...

Page 18: ... increasing the frequency as required Treat with selec tive weed killers or combined weed feed preparations if you did not feed the lawn in April Summer mowing should now be under way It should be necessary to mow the lawn twice a week Raking before mowing is important this month as the combined action keeps runners of clover under control Water the grass if necessary and remember to soak thorough...

Page 19: ...g away leaves December is a slack end of a busy year Keep off the lawn if it is very wet or frozen The way to achieve a neat striped effect is for the lawn being cut in parallel stripes alternate stripes being mown in opposite directions A much more important routine is to cut at right angles to the line of the previous mowing If the work has been carried in a north south line then the next cuttin...

Page 20: ...rass debris from the grassbag and check for signs of damage Check the condition of guards and safety devices and cutterblades Change the engine oil if continuously operating under heavy load or high ambient temperature Service the air cleaner Lubricate wheels pivot points and linkages and grease the inner con trol cables at point of entry and exit from their outer casing Check the clutch cable adj...

Page 21: ...rew driver 3 into the slot in the engine control bracket 4 at the angle shown Push the governor control lever to the right until it just touches the screw driver blade Move the throttle con trol lever to the fast position not the choke position and re tighten the outer cable clamp screw Replace the engine cowl Should only be made by an authorised Briggs Stratton dealer Under no circumstances shoul...

Page 22: ... and drain the oil into a suitable container 7 Refill with new oil of the recommended SAE viscosity grade Refer to Before Starting the Mower To service the air cleaner loosen screw 1 and remove cover 2 Carefully remove pre cleaner 3 and wash in a solution of liquid detergent and water Allow to air dry thoroughly before fitting Remove cartridge 4 and clean by tapping gently on a flat surface If ver...

Page 23: ...ng cleaning Water can contaminate the fuel Always clean with a brush or compressed air Grass and debris may clog the engine s air cooling system especially after prolonged operation while cutting tall dry grass The internal cool ing fins and surfaces may require cleaning to prevent overheating and engine damage We recommended that this service be carried out by an authorised Briggs and Stratton de...

Page 24: ... are tight Replace missing or damaged items immediately Check the clutch cable operation every 25 operating hours and adjust if necessary The clutch cable is adjusted correctly when the belt drive just engages with the clutch lever positioned 32 38mm from the han dlebar Unscrew the lock nuts 1 and screw the adjuster 2 in or out as nec essary Tighten the locknuts 1 when correctly adjusted 1 24 1 2 ...

Page 25: ...The cutterblade has sharp edges ALWAYS wear strong gloves to protect your hands when working on the cutterblade DO NOT rotate tools towards the cut ting edges to avoid the risk of injury should the tool slip ALWAYS use genuine Hayter replacement parts The condition of the cutterblade and its mounting arrangement should be checked regularly for signs of wear or damage Ensure that the cut terblade i...

Page 26: ...an using a brush and water Inspect the cutterblade for signs of damage Sharpen both cutting edges with a flat file to restore performance Ensure that the cutterblade is balanced Use a screw driver with a round shaft to support the cutterblade through its centre hole Hold the cutterblade horizontal and then release A balanced cutterblade will remain horizontal If the cutterblade is not balanced the...

Page 27: ...connect the spark plug lead Change the engine oil Change the battery On Electric start only 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...

Page 28: ... then connect the battery lead to the charger Connect the charger plug to the mains electricity supply and switch on to charge the battery for a 14 hour period Switch off the mains electricity supply and disconnect the charger plug Disconnect the battery lead from the charger and then connect the battery lead to the mower lead IMPORTANT PREVENT DAMAGE NEVER connect the bat tery charger to the engi...

Page 29: ...se 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 throttle to fast position Engine brake not released Operate engine brake lever Faulty spark plug Clean and adjust gap or replace Battery discharge Code481...

Page 30: ... as necessary Discharge chute blocks Grass is wet Mow dry grass Cut height too low Increase cut height Grassbag full Empty grassbag Airflow through the Clean the grassbag grassbag is restricted Engine speed too slow Set throttle to fast position Mower is hard to push Cut height too low Increase cut height Wheels roller damaged Inspect and replace as necessary Mower will not self propel Clutch out ...

Page 31: ...tional law procedure applied for the conformity assessment ANNEX VI procedure 1 Notified Body Sound Research Laboratories Ltd Holbrook House Little Waldingfield Sudbury Suffolk ENGLAND Notified body identification No 1088 Measured sound power level Guaranteed sound power level Standards Used EN292 EN836 and ENISO14982 Authorised Signatory Signed Date Declaration done and Technical Documentation ke...

Page 32: ...ivot 340182 2 2 17 Grip Fix 04020 1 1 Not Illustrated 18 Lever Engine 340179 1 1 19 Washer Nylon 09688 2 2 20 Handlebar 341029 1 1 21 Lever Clutch 306094W 1 1 22 Screw 09687 2 2 23 Cable Guide 480123 1 1 24 Bracket Cable Clutch 306108 1 1 25 Screw Deltite Posi Pan 09600 2 2 26 Cable Clutch 480094 1 1 27 Grassbag Assy 486021 1 1 Inc 28 36 112 28 Frame Grassbag 486018W 1 1 29 Deflector Rear 480140 1...

Page 33: ... Freewheel 340168 2 1 59 Locknut 340163 1 1 60 Shaft Roller 480032 1 1 61 Sprocket 22 Teeth 480039 1 1 62 Frame Rear Roller W A 480159W 1 1 Inc 113 63 Key woodruff 5321 1 1 64 Circlip 1428 1 1 65 Washer 480097 4 4 66 Cover Transmission 480043 1 1 67 Chain 486037 1 1 68 Rod Connecting 480045 1 1 69 Plate Securing 219037 2 2 70 Filler Throwplate 480017W 1 1 71 Pulley Sprocket Fixed Speed 480171 1 1 ...

Page 34: ...Hayter Royal Warrant 410087 1 1 97 Nut M8 Shouldered 480086 2 2 98 Ratchet 480156 1 1 99 Plug Tube 300160 2 2 100 Tie Cable 3966 3 3 101 Sealing Strip 480119 0 2 102 Key Ignition 6426 0 1 103 Lid Battery Box 488024 0 1 104 Foam Pad Short 488023 0 1 105 Battery 412009 0 1 106 Spring Torsion HOC 480132 1 1 107 Foam Pad Long 488021 0 2 108 Battery Box 226090 0 1 109 Battery Charger 412010 0 1 110 Bra...

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Page 36: ...TOMER Notes Serial No Engine Type 12G882 1515 21 Engine Briggs Stratton Quantum XTS 50 IC Engine Type 12L887 1562 21 Engine Briggs Stratton Quantum XTS 50 I C Date of Sale Your Local Dealer 111 0436 A 27 10 05 12 57 pm Page 1 36 ...