Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 490G Hayter Mowers
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Original V ersion (EN) ISSUE: 04.10.11 P AR T NUMBER: 111-3880 (C) O WNER’S HANDBOOK Harrier 48 CODES 490G & 491G.
3 2 CONTENTS Contents 2 Introduction 3 Specifications / Main F eatures 4 Safety Precautions 5 - 6 - Safety Alert Symbol 5 - T raining 5 - Preparation 5 - Safety Symbols 5 - Operation 5 - 6 - Maintena.
3 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mo wer . The follo wing 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 mo wer as it gi ves essential information regarding mo wer safety , operation, maintenance and specifica- tions.
5 4 SPECIFICA TIONS / MAIN FEA TURES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 10 18 12 13 14 15 16 17 19 Code 490 491 Engine Briggs & Stratton Briggs & Stratton Engine type Series 650 Series 650 Engine / Cutterba.
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 corr ectly .
7 6 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 , ensure that the blade (s) have stopped before tilting the mower .
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. Charger (491) 2. Grassbag. 4. Ignition Key (491) 5.
8 9 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 OPERA TING THE MOWER Contr ols 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.
9 Slopes T o prevent engine damage do not use the mower on slopes greater than 20 degrees. (Refer g.12) 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.
10 11 Friction Disc The cutterblade is driven by the engine via a friction disc to help prevent damage occurring to the engine crankshaft and cutting mechanism when a hidden obstruction or overload is encountered. (Refer g.18) Always stop the engine when a hidden obstruction or excessive vibration is encounter ed.
11 MOWER MAINTENANCE Carb urettor 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 .
12 13 Securing Nuts & Bolts Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Replace missing or damaged items immediately . Clutch Cab le Adjustment At any time the operator feels that the machine is loosing drive: 1. Stop the engine. 2.
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 .
15 14 Battery Charging (Code 491 only) - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: AL W A YS charge the battery in a well ventilated area. - NEVER charge the battery near naked ames or direct heat. - AL W A YS switch off the mains electricity supply before disconnecting the charger from the battery .
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 .
16 17 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not turn over 1. Engine stop lever released 2. Incorrect oil level 3. Obstruction under deck 4. Battery discharged (if tted) 1. Operate engine stop lever 2. Check oil level 3. Remove obstruction 4.
17 LIMITED W ARRANTY 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 manufacturer of major proprietry components ie.
18 19 NOTES NOTES.
19 NOTES NOTES.
20 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 .
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