Harrier 305R, Owner'S Handbook Manual

Page 1: ... Push Auto Drive HANDBOOK 305144 REV 2 ISSUE 23 03 01 English Version FROM SERIAL NO 305R002014 306R009912 307R005969 CODE 305R 306R 307R Auto Drive Electric Start OWNER S HANDBOOK Harrier 41 ...

Page 2: ...305R 30 2 Kg 306R 33 8 Kg 307R 1 Handlebar 2 Ground Drive Clutch Lever 306R 307R Only 3 Throttle Control 4 Grassbag Assembly 5 Rear Deflector 6 Serial Number Decal 7 Height of Cut Adjuster 8 Spark Plug Lead 9 Fuel Filler Cap 10 Oil Filler Cap and Dipstick 11 Handlebar Securing Knob 12 Rope Guide 13 Engine Start Grip 14 Engine Stop lever 15 Ignition Key 307R Only 16 Battery 307R Only 17 Muffler Gua...

Page 3: ... 2 Main Features Specifications 1 3 Contents 1 4 Introduction 1 5 Warranty 1 6 1 9 Safety Precautions 1 9 Safety Symbols 1 9 Decal Symbols 1 10 Assembling the Mower 1 10 Delivery Checklist 1 10 Handlebar 1 10 Grassbag Attachment 1 11 Before Starting the Engine 1 11 Prevent Engine Damage 1 11 Oil Type 1 11 Check Oil Level 1 11 Fuel Type 1 12 1 15 Operating The Mower 1 12 Controls 1 12 Starting Step...

Page 4: ... elements of the intended use This 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 ...

Page 5: ...ne 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 adjustments unless they are due to defective material or wo...

Page 6: ...n mind that the user is responsible for accidents 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 cont...

Page 7: ...apidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand 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 ...

Page 8: ... before re starting If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally check immediately Stop the engine Whenever you leave the mower Before refuelling 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 approved tester...

Page 9: ...gloves when removing and reassembling the cut terblade Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Hayter parts Maintenance Storage 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 bef...

Page 10: ... and discard Unscrew the handlebar securing knobs sufficiently to allow the handle bar to pivot Move the engine stop lever away from the engine to avoid damage and unfold the handlebar to the operating position Tighten both handlebar knobs to secure the handlebar in position Take care to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged at the pivot point Raise the rear deflector lower the gras...

Page 11: ...screw and remove the oil filler dipstick Wipe 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 pr...

Page 12: ...ar together with the engine stop lever with your left hand With your right hand hold the engine start grip and pull slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly 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...

Page 13: ...ay be pushed This feature 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 prev...

Page 14: ...thoroughly inspect the area and remove all objects which when contacted by the mower cutterblade could become dangerous projectiles Inspect the area for hidden obstruc tions which when contacted by the cutterblade could risk health and safety Remember the location of these obstructions and ensure that you mow around them Raise the rear deflector and lift the grassbag through the handlebar and lowe...

Page 15: ...remove more than one third 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 mechanis...

Page 16: ... bare patches Keep mowing 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 ...

Page 17: ...leaves Apart from brushing 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 ...

Page 18: ...ge Check the condition of guards and safety devices and cutterblades Check condition of cutterblade 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 adjustment Sharpen the cutter...

Page 19: ...screw 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 touch es the screw driver blade Move the throttle control 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 sho...

Page 20: ... that the air cleaner is kept uppermost to prevent engine damage 6 Remove the oil filler dipstick 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 Remove cartridge 3 and clean by tapping gently on a flat surface If very dirty replace Do not use pet...

Page 21: ... use Never spray the engine with water during 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 ...

Page 22: ...uts and bolts are tight Replace missing or damaged items immediately Auto Drive Models Only 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...

Page 23: ...ug lead has been removed 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 Ensur...

Page 24: ...erblade from the mower and clean 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 c...

Page 25: ...the engine by operating the engine until it stops Disconnect the spark plug lead Change the engine oil 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 dis...

Page 26: ...ttery lead from the mower lead and 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 six 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 conne...

Page 27: ...art 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 throttle to fast position Engine brake not released Operate engine brake lever Faulty spark plug Clean and adjust gap or replace ...

Page 28: ... 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 of adjustment Adjust clutch cable Autodrive Only Drive be...

Page 29: ...41 cm 41 cm Speed of rotation of the cutting device 3100 rpm 3100 rpm 3100 rpm Guaranteed maximum 96 dB A 96 dB A 96 dB A sound power level NOISE TEST CARRIED OUT AT SUDBURY SUFFOLK ENGLAND 18 06 96 Directives complied with 98 37 EC Essential Health Safety Requirements Relating to the Design Construction of Machinery and Safety Components 84 538 EEC amended by 87 252 EEC and 88 180EEC Permissible ...

Page 30: ...1 1 15 Trigger 300066 1 1 1 16 Trigger Spring 300067 1 1 1 17 Axle Bolt 308021 1 1 1 18 Compensating Spring 300070 1 1 1 19 Washer M6 Plain 09472 6 7 7 20 Pillar 300137 1 1 1 21 M6 Nylon Ins T Type Nut 09544 2 2 2 22 Rear Roller 201007 2 0 0 Rear Roller 239065 0 1 1 23 Throwplate 300124 1 1 1 24 Axle Bush 305108 2 2 2 25 Belt V 306050 0 1 1 26 Driven Pulley 306102 0 1 1 27 Screw No 10 x 3 4 09706 ...

Page 31: ...8050W 1 0 0 54 Roll Pin 03997 0 1 2 55 Clutch Lever 306094W 0 1 1 56 Handlebar Upper 305145W 1 1 1 57 Engine Stop Lever 340179 1 1 1 58 Pivot Pin 340182 2 2 2 59 Washer 11mm Nylon 09688 6 2 2 60 Screw 6mm x 20 09687 2 3 3 61 Drive Fastener 300144 2 2 2 62 Clutch Cable 306107 0 1 1 63 Bracket Clutch Cable 306108 0 1 1 64 Rope Guide 305127 1 1 1 65 Ignition Key 6426 0 0 1 66 Throttle Control 305135 ...

Page 32: ... 2 85 Sealing Strip 305119 1 1 1 86 Grassbag Complete Assembly 305118 1 1 1 87 Battery 12v 220015 0 0 1 88 Battery Bracket 220013 0 0 1 89 Battery Clip 220014 0 0 1 90 M8 x 40 Coachbolt 09379 2 2 2 91 Fastener Drive 341033 4 4 4 92 Bearing 1 2 Ball 300154 4 4 4 suits item 51 93 Charger not illustrated 226006 0 0 1 94 Grassbag Complete Assembly 305118 1 1 1 95 Axle Bush 305108 2 2 2 96 Decal Engine...

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