Hayter Mowers Lawn Mower 111 2842 Rev B User Guide

R53S and R53A Recycling Mower  
with Auto-drive, ES, and VS  
Code 448E, 449E  
Serial No. 290000101 and Up  
Manual Part No. 111-2842 Rev B  
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Contents  
Safety  
Improperly using or maintaining this mower can  
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,  
comply with these safety instructions.  
Filling the Fuel Tank........................................... 10  
Checking the Engine Oil Level............................ 11  
Adjusting the Cutting Height .............................. 11  
Adjusting the Upper Handle Height.................... 11  
Starting the Engine............................................. 12  
Traveling Forward .............................................. 13  
Stopping the Engine........................................... 13  
Mulching the Clippings....................................... 13  
Maintenance............................................................... 17  
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ................ 17  
Premaintenance Procedures.................................... 17  
Preparing for Maintenance ................................. 17  
Lubrication............................................................. 18  
Lubricating the Wheel Gears............................... 18  
Lubricating the Upper Handle ............................ 18  
Engine Maintenance............................................... 19  
Replacing the Air Filter....................................... 19  
Changing the Engine Oil .................................... 19  
Electrical System Maintenance................................ 20  
Charging the Battery........................................... 20  
Replacing the Fuse.............................................. 20  
Drive System Maintenance ..................................... 21  
Adjusting the Auto-drive .................................... 21  
Blade Maintenance ................................................. 22  
Replacing the Cutterblade................................... 22  
Cleaning................................................................. 23  
Cleaning the Mower............................................ 23  
Storage....................................................................... 23  
Preparing the Mower for Storage ........................ 23  
Folding the Handle............................................. 24  
Removing the Mower from Storage..................... 24  
This mower was designed and tested for reasonably safe  
service; however, failure to comply with the following  
instructions may result in personal injury.  
To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and  
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential  
that you and any other operator of the mower read  
and understand the contents of this manual before  
the engine is ever started. Pay particular attention  
to the safety alert symbol (Figure 1) which means  
Caution, Warning, or Danger—“personal safety  
instruction.” Read and understand the instruction  
because it has to do with safety. Failure to comply  
with the instruction may result in personal injury.  
General Lawn Mower Safety  
The following instructions have been adapted from the  
ISO 5395.  
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands  
and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the  
following safety instructions could result in serious  
injury or death.  
Training  
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the  
controls and the proper use of the equipment.  
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these  
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations can  
restrict the age of the operator.  
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible  
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or  
their property.  
• Understand explanations for all pictograms used on  
the mower or in the instructions.  
Petrol  
WARNING-Petrol is highly flammable. Take the  
following precautions.  
• Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this  
purpose.  
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while  
refueling.  
• Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove  
the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the  
engine is running or when the engine is hot.  
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• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine  
but move the mower away from the area of spillage  
and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol  
vapors have dissipated.  
– Exercise extreme caution when on slopes.  
– Mow across the face of slopes, never up and  
down and exercise extreme caution when  
changing direction on slopes.  
• Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.  
– Always be sure of your footing on slopes.  
• Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent  
overturning or loss of control.  
Preparation  
• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and  
long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when  
barefoot or wearing open sandals.  
• Stop the cutterblade if the lawn mower has to be  
tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other  
than grass and when transporting the lawn mower to  
and from the area to be mowed.  
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is  
to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones  
and other foreign objects.  
• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where  
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.  
• Before using, always visually inspect to see that  
guards, and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or  
grass bags, are in place and working correctly.  
• Stop the engine  
– whenever you leave the lawn mower.  
– before refueling.  
• Before using, always visually inspect to see that the  
cutterblades, cutterblade bolts and cutter assembly  
are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged  
cutterblades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.  
– before removing the grass bag.  
– before making height adjustment unless  
adjustment can be made from the operator’s  
position.  
Starting  
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark-plug lead.  
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute.  
• Disengage all cutterblade and drive clutches and shift  
into neutral before starting the engine.  
– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn  
mower.  
• Do not tilt mower when starting the engine or  
switching on the motor, unless the mower has to be  
tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than  
absolutely necessary and lift only the part, which is  
away from the operator.  
– after striking a foreign object, inspect the lawn  
mower for damage and make repairs before  
restarting and operating the lawn mower.  
• Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully  
according to instructions and with feet well away  
from the cutterblade(s) and not in front of the  
discharge chute.  
– if lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check  
immediately).  
• Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.  
Maintenance and Storage  
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the  
equipment is in safe working condition.  
Operation  
• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets  
are nearby.  
• Do not use pressure cleaning equipment on machine.  
• Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.  
• Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank  
and inside a building where fumes can reach an open  
flame or spark.  
• Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden  
hazards.  
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.  
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.  
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any  
enclosure.  
• Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the  
engine is running.  
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,  
battery compartment and petrol storage area free of  
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.  
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling a  
pedestrian controlled lawn mower towards you.  
• Check grass bag components and the discharge  
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s  
recommended parts, when necessary.  
• Walk, never run.  
• Slopes:  
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes.  
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.  
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• Replace faulty silencers.  
90 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines  
per EN ISO 11201 and EN 836.  
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.  
• Do not change the engine governor settings or  
overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at  
excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal  
injury.  
Sound Power  
Code 448E: This unit has an equivalent continuous  
A-weighted sound power level of 98 dBA, based on  
measurements of identical machines per ISO 11094.  
• Be careful during adjustment of the lawn mower to  
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving  
cutterblades and fixed parts of the lawn mower.  
Code 449E: This unit has an equivalent continuous  
A-weighted sound power level of 98 dBA, based on  
measurements of identical machines per ISO 11094.  
To ensure the best performance and safety,  
purchase only genuine replacement parts  
and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and  
accessories; they may cause a safety hazard.  
Vibration, Hand/arm  
Code 448E: This unit does not exceed a hand/arm  
vibration level of 5.13 m/s2, based on measurements of  
identical machines per EN 1033 and EN 836.  
Sound Pressure  
Code 448E: This unit has an equivalent continuous  
A-weighted sound pressure level at the operator ear of  
88 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines  
per EN ISO 11201 and EN 836.  
Code 449E: This unit does not exceed a hand/arm  
vibration level of 4.10 m/s2, based on measurements of  
identical machines per EN 1033 and EN 836.  
Code 449E: This unit has an equivalent continuous  
A-weighted sound pressure level at the operator ear of  
Safety and Instructional Decals  
Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged  
decals.  
104-7953  
1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard.  
2. Read the Operator’s Manual.  
117-4157  
1. Engine—stop  
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112-8760  
1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance  
from the machine.  
2. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from  
moving parts.  
108-0992  
4. Install the fuse.  
1. Read the Operator’s  
Manual.  
2. Remove the fuse box  
5. Replace the fuse box  
cover.  
decal.  
3. Remove the fuse box  
cover.  
6. Start the engine.  
114-2820  
1. Warning—read the  
4. Cutting/dismemberment  
hazard of hand or foot,  
cutterblade—stay away  
from moving parts.  
Operator’s Manual.  
108-7450  
(Model 448E only)  
2. Thrown object  
hazard—keep bystanders  
a safe distance from the  
machine.  
5. Cutting/dismemberment  
hazard of hand or foot,  
cutterblade—disconnect  
the spark plug lead and  
read the instructions  
1. Height of cut  
before servicing or  
performing maintenance.  
3. Thrown object hazard—do 6. Cutting/dismemberment  
not operate the mower  
without the rear discharge  
plug or bag in place; do  
not operate the mower  
without the side discharge  
cover or deflector in place.  
hazard of hand or foot,  
cutterblade—do not  
operate up and down  
slopes; operate side to  
side on slopes; stop the  
engine before leaving the  
operating position; and  
look behind you when  
backing up.  
108-7451  
(Model 448E only)  
1. Height of cut  
110-9457  
1. Engine switch Off  
2. Engine switch On  
3. Unlocked  
4. Locked  
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Setup  
Important: Remove and discard the protective  
plastic sheet that covers the engine.  
Unfolding the Handle  
1. Move the handle rearward and hold the upper handle  
in place (Figure 2).  
Figure 4  
2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level  
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 4). Do  
not overfill. (Max. fill: 0.6 l, type: SAE 30 detergent  
oil)  
Figure 2  
2. Tighten the upper handle knob as tight as you can  
(Figure 3).  
Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out  
of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil.  
3. Install the dipstick securely.  
Important: Change the engine oil after the first  
5 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter.  
Refer to Changing the Engine Oil.  
Installing the Fuse  
Your mower comes with a 40-amp fuse that protects the  
electric starter.  
Important: You cannot start the mower with the  
electric starter or charge the battery unless you  
install the fuse.  
1. Remove the 2 screws that fasten the battery cover to  
the rear of the mower (Figure 5).  
Figure 3  
Filling the Engine with Oil  
To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without  
oil. The engine must be filled with the correct grade of  
oil before starting the mower.  
Figure 5  
1. Remove the dipstick (Figure 4).  
Note: Save the screws for installing the battery  
cover.  
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2. Install the fuse (Figure 6).  
Figure 7  
Important: Use only the charger supplied with  
the mower.  
2. Connect the charger plug to the mains electricity  
supply and charge it for 24 hours.  
Figure 6  
3. Disconnect the charger plug from the mains  
electricity supply.  
Note: Your mower comes with a fuse in your  
owner’s packet.  
4. Disconnect the charger from the mower wire  
harness.  
3. Install the battery cover with the 2 screws that you  
removed in step 1.  
When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle or  
dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local codes.  
Note: Remove the temporary decal from the  
battery cover.  
Important: PREVENT ENVIRONMENTAL  
DAMAGE: The battery and charger have a separate  
collection mark (Figure 8). This indicates that for  
disposal of the battery and battery charger they  
must be taken to an authorised disposal site. They  
must not be disposed of with general waste.  
Charging the Battery  
PREVENT ACCIDENTS: ALWAYS charge  
the battery in a well ventilated area.  
NEVER charge the battery near naked flames  
or direct heat.  
Figure 8  
ALWAYS switch off the mains electricity supply  
before disconnecting the charger from the  
battery.  
EU Directive 2002/96/EC classifies this product  
as an electrical or electronic equipment.  
ALWAYS use the battery charger supplied with  
the mower.  
(a) These products should not be disposed of as  
unsorted municipal waste. (b) They should be taken  
to a designated collection point or recycling centre  
and handled according to national laws in the area.  
(c) The consumer has a critical role in returning waste  
electronic/electrical equipment for recycling and  
disposal. (d) Recycling keeps these products out of  
the municipal waste stream. (e) The crossed-out  
bin symbol is a reminder to follow these points.  
(f) Please contact your local authority or local dealer and  
ask for further details regarding the correct method of  
disposal  
Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly  
(every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the charger  
in a sheltered area and charge the battery at room  
temperature (22°C) whenever possible.  
1. Connect the charger to the mower wire harness  
located below the ignition key (Figure 7).  
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Install the Mulch Plug or Grass  
Bag  
You must correctly install the mulch plug (for mulching  
or side-discharging) or the grass bag (for bagging), or  
the engine will not start.  
The mower has a safety switch, located at the bottom  
of a channel on the top, right rear of the mower, that  
prevents the mower from operating without a mulch  
plug or grass bag. This prevents the mower from  
throwing debris at the operator through the rear chute.  
For the switch to detect the presence of the mulch plug,  
the top of the mulch plug lever must lie fully in the  
bottom of the channel (Figure 9).  
Figure 11  
3. Release the button on the lever and ensure that the  
top of the lever is lies fully in the switch channel  
(Figure 12). If the top of the lever is not in the  
switch channel, your mower will not start!  
Figure 9  
1. Top of mulch plug lever in switch channel  
1. Insert the mulch plug into the mower, if it isn’t  
already installed (Figure 10).  
Figure 12  
Note: If the lever does not latch properly,  
disconnect the wire from the spark plug and check  
for and remove any debris buildup in the tunnel.  
Figure 10  
2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb  
and fully insert the mulch plug into the opening  
(Figure 11).  
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Product Overview  
Operation  
Filling the Fuel Tank  
Unleaded petrol is extremely flammable and  
explosive. A fire or explosion from unleaded  
petrol can burn you and others.  
To prevent a static charge from igniting the  
unleaded petrol, place the container and/or  
mower directly on the ground before filling,  
not in a vehicle or on an object.  
• Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is  
cold. Wipe up spills.  
Figure 13  
• Do not handle unleaded petrol when  
smoking or around an open flame or sparks.  
1. Cutting height lever  
2. Air filter  
3. Fuel tank cap  
4. Oil fill/Dipstick  
5. Foot pedal  
6. Recoil start handle  
7. Engine stop lever  
8. Upper handle knob  
9. Electric starter  
10. Spark plug  
• Store unleaded petrol in an approved fuel  
container, out of the reach of children.  
Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded petrol (Figure 16).  
Important: To reduce starting problems, add  
fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with  
unleaded petrol less than 30 days old.  
Figure 14  
1. Model and serial number plate  
Figure 16  
1. 10 mm  
Figure 15  
1. Grass bag  
2. Side discharge chute  
3. Mulch plug  
4. Battery charger  
5. Fuse (not illustrated)  
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Note: To raise the mower, move all 4 cutting height  
levers forward; to lower the mower, move them all  
rearward.  
Checking the Engine Oil Level  
Service Interval: Before each use or daily  
1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install  
the dipstick (Figure 17).  
Figure 18  
Adjusting the Upper Handle  
Height  
You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position  
comfortable for you.  
Figure 17  
Note: You cannot raise the upper handle higher than  
the angle of the lower handle.  
1. Loosen the upper handle knob (Figure 19).  
2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level  
(Figure 17). If the oil level is below the Add mark  
on the dipstick, slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube  
to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick.  
Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 0.6 l, type: SAE 30  
detergent oil)  
3. Install the dipstick securely.  
Adjusting the Cutting Height  
Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into  
contact with the moving cutterblade, causing  
serious injury.  
• Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts  
to stop.  
Figure 19  
• Do not put your fingers under the housing  
when adjusting the cutting height.  
2. Move the upper handle to the desired position  
(Figure 20).  
If the engine has been running, the exhaust  
guard will be hot and can severely burn you.  
Keep away from the hot exhaust guard.  
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all four wheels  
to the same height.  
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Figure 20  
Figure 22  
3. Tighten the upper handle knob as tight as you can  
(Figure 21).  
Figure 23  
2. Hold the engine stop lever against the handle and  
immediately start the engine using either the ignition  
key or the recoil starter (Figure 24).  
Figure 21  
Starting the Engine  
Important: The mower has a safety switch that  
prevents you from starting the mower unless  
you first install the mulch plug or the grass bag  
securely on the mower.  
1. Install the mulch plug (Figure 22) or the grass bag  
(Figure 23) on the mower.  
Figure 24  
Note: If the mower still does not start, contact an  
Authorised Service Dealer.  
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Traveling Forward  
To operate the auto-drive, simply walk with your hands  
on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides,  
and the mower will automatically keep pace with you  
(Figure 25 and Figure 26).  
Figure 27  
Figure 25  
Mulching the Clippings  
If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer  
to Removing the Grass Bag) before mulching the  
clippings. If the side discharge chute is on the mower,  
remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to  
Removing the Side Discharge Chute) before mulching  
the clippings.  
Important: The mower has a safety switch that  
prevents you from starting the mower unless you  
first install the mulch plug securely on the mower  
(Figure 28).  
Figure 26  
Stopping the Engine  
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure  
that the engine stops within 3  
seconds after releasing the engine  
stop lever.  
To stop the engine, release the engine stop lever  
(Figure 27).  
Important: When you release the engine stop  
lever, both the engine and cutterblade should stop  
within 3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop  
using your mower immediately and contact an  
Authorised Service Dealer. If the engine fails to  
stop, disconnect the spark plug lead to stop it.  
Figure 28  
1. Top of mulch plug lever in switch channel  
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Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter  
rope when you pull the recoil start handle.  
3. Insert the grass bag handle into the grooves at the  
top of the mower (Figure 31).  
Collecting Grass  
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and  
leaf clippings from the lawn.  
If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it  
and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the  
Side Discharge Chute) before bagging the clippings.  
Important: The mower has a safety switch that  
prevents you from starting the mower unless  
you first install the grass bag securely on the  
mower.  
The cutterblade is sharp; contacting the  
cutterblade can result in serious personal injury.  
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to  
stop before leaving the operating position.  
Installing the Grass Bag  
Figure 31  
1. Remove the mulch plug (Figure 29).  
Removing the Grass Bag  
1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide  
(Figure 32).  
Figure 29  
Figure 32  
2. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide  
(Figure 30).  
2. Lift the grass bag handle out from the grooves at  
the top of the mower and remove the bag from the  
mower (Figure 33).  
Remove grass debris from the grass bag  
immediately after use and check it’s condition  
for signs of damage. A worn grass bag could  
allow debris to be thrown at both operator or  
bystander resulting in personal injury or death.  
Figure 30  
To prevent accidents replace a damaged grass  
bag immediately.  
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Installing the Side Discharge Chute  
1. Unlock the side discharge door (Figure 35).  
Figure 35  
Figure 33  
2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 36).  
3. Insert the mulch plug (Figure 34.  
Figure 36  
3. Install the side discharge chute and close the door  
onto the chute (Figure 37).  
Figure 34  
Side-discharge  
Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass.  
If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the  
mulch plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before  
side-discharging the clippings.  
Figure 37  
Important: The mower has a safety switch that  
prevents you from starting the mower unless you  
first install the mulch plug securely on the mower  
(refer to Mulching the Clippings).  
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set the front wheels at 51 mm and the rear  
wheels at 64 mm.  
Removing the Side Discharge Chute  
To remove the side discharge chute, reverse the steps  
above.  
Cutting Leaves  
Important: Lock the side discharge door after you  
close it (Figure 38).  
• After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn  
shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to  
make more than one pass over the leaves.  
• If there are more than 130 mm of leaves on the  
lawn, set the front cutting height one or two notches  
higher than the rear cutting height.  
• Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does  
not cut the leaves finely enough.  
Figure 38  
Operating Tips  
Cutting Grass  
• Cut only about a third of the grass cutterblade at a  
time.  
• When cutting grass over 150 mm tall, mow at the  
highest cutting height setting and walk slower; then  
mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn  
appearance. If the grass is too long, the mower may  
block and cause the engine to stall.  
• Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves  
tend to clump on the lawn and can cause the mower  
to plug or the engine to stall.  
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if  
you slip and contact the cutterblade. Mow only  
in dry conditions.  
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse  
the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.  
• If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try  
one or more of the following:  
– Replace the cutterblade or have it sharpened.  
– Walk at a slower pace while mowing.  
– Raise the cutting height on your mower.  
– Cut the grass more frequently.  
– Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full  
swath with each pass.  
– Set the cutting height on the front wheels one  
notch lower than the rear wheels. For example,  
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Maintenance  
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.  
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)  
Maintenance Service  
Maintenance Procedure  
Interval  
• Change the engine oil.  
After the first 5 hours  
• Check the engine oil level.  
• Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the engine stop lever.  
• Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the mower.  
Before each use or daily  
• Replace the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.  
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage.  
Every 25 hours  
Before storage  
• Lubricate the wheel gears.  
• Lubricate the upper handle.  
• Change the engine oil.  
• Replace the cutterblade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls  
quickly).  
Yearly  
• Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for any additional yearly maintenance  
procedures.  
• Charge the battery monthly (or as needed) and before storage.  
Yearly or before storage  
Important: Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for additional maintenance procedures.  
Premaintenance  
Procedures  
Important: Before tipping the mower to change  
the oil or replace the cutterblade, allow the fuel  
tank to run dry through normal usage. If you  
must tip the mower prior to running out of fuel,  
use a hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always  
tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up.  
Preparing for Maintenance  
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.  
2. Disconnect the spark plug lead from the spark plug  
(Figure 39) before performing any maintenance  
procedure.  
Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak.  
Petrol is flammable, explosive and can cause  
personal injury.  
Run the engine dry or remove the Petrol with a  
hand pump; never siphon.  
Figure 39  
3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s),  
connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug.  
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Lubrication  
Lubricating the Wheel Gears  
Service Interval: Yearly  
1. Remove the wheel bolt in the center of each rear  
wheel and remove the rear wheels.  
Figure 42  
2. Apply engine oil to the inner and outer sides of the  
gear as shown in Figure 40.  
Figure 40  
3. Install the rear wheels.  
Lubricating the Upper Handle  
Service Interval: Yearly  
Lubricate the left and right sides of the upper handle  
with a low-viscosity silicone spray lubricant yearly or  
as needed.  
1. Spray the outer plastic end of the inner handle  
(Figure 41).  
Figure 41  
Note: Use the straw that comes with the spray can  
to direct the spray.  
2. Push the upper handle fully down and spray the  
inner plastic surface of the outer handle (Figure 42).  
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Engine Maintenance  
Replacing the Air Filter  
Service Interval: Every 25 hours  
Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently  
in dusty operating conditions. Refer to Preparing for  
Maintenance.  
1. Use a screw driver to open the air filter cover  
(Figure 43).  
Figure 45  
3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up,  
to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube  
(Figure 46).  
Figure 43  
2. Replace the air filter (Figure 44).  
Figure 44  
Figure 46  
3. Install the cover.  
4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level  
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 47).  
Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 0.59 l, type: SAE 30  
detergent oil)  
Changing the Engine Oil  
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours  
Yearly  
Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil  
to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more  
contaminants.  
1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to  
Preparing for Maintenance.  
2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 45).  
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Electrical System  
Maintenance  
Charging the Battery  
Service Interval: Yearly or before storage  
Refer to Charge the Battery in the Setup section.  
Replacing the Fuse  
If the battery does not charge or the engine does not  
turn with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown.  
Replace it with a 40-amp plug-in type fuse. Refer to  
Install the Fuse in the Setup section.  
Figure 47  
5. Install the dipstick securely.  
6. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling  
center.  
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Drive System  
Maintenance  
Adjusting the Auto-drive  
If your mower does not self-propel properly, adjust the  
auto-drive cable.  
Figure 50  
2. Cable jacket  
1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 48).  
1. Cable mount  
Note: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases  
the ground speed; moving the jacket downward  
increases the ground speed.  
5. Tighten the nut firmly.  
6. Start the mower and check the adjustment.  
Note: If the self-propel drive is not properly  
adjusted, repeat this procedure.  
Figure 48  
1. Cable mount  
2. Pull the upper handle back fully rearward.  
Note: If the handle does not move smoothly, refer  
to Lubricating the Upper Handle.  
3. Pull the cable jacket downward until you remove the  
slack in the exposed cable (Figure 49).  
Figure 49  
1. Exposed cable  
4. Push the cable jacket upward 1/8 inch (3 mm).  
Note: You can place a ruler against the upper side  
of the black cable mount and measure how far the  
upper end of the cable jacket moves (Figure 50).  
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Important: Position the curved ends of the  
cutterblade to point toward the mower housing.  
Blade Maintenance  
6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the cutterblade  
Replacing the Cutterblade  
Service Interval: Yearly  
bolt to 60 ft-lb (82 N m).  
Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N m)  
is very tight. While holding the cutterblade with  
a block of wood, put your weight behind the  
ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely.  
This bolt is very difficult to overtighten.  
Important: You will need a torque wrench to install  
the cutterblade properly. If you do not have a torque  
wrench or are uncomfortable performing this  
procedure, contact an Authorised Service Dealer.  
Examine the cutterblade whenever you run out of  
petrol. If the cutterblade is damaged or cracked, replace  
it immediately. If the cutterblade edge is dull or nicked,  
have it sharpened or replace it.  
The cutterblade is sharp; contacting the  
cutterblade can result in serious personal injury.  
Wear gloves when servicing the cutterblade.  
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead from the spark plug.  
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.  
2. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up.  
3. Use a block of wood to hold the cutterblade steady  
(Figure 51).  
Figure 51  
4. Remove the cutterblade, keeping all mounting parts.  
5. Install the new cutterblade and all mounting parts.  
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Cleaning  
Storage  
Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place.  
Cleaning the Mower  
Service Interval: Before each use or daily  
Preparing the Mower for  
Storage  
The mower may dislodge material from under  
the mower housing.  
Petrol vapors can explode.  
• Wear eye protection.  
• Do not store petrol more than 30 days.  
• Stay in the operating position (behind the  
handle).  
• Do not store the mower in an enclosure near  
an open flame.  
• Do not allow bystanders in the area.  
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it.  
1. With the engine running on a flat paved surface,  
spray a stream of water in front of the right rear  
wheel (Figure 52).  
1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer  
to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer.  
2. Run the mower until the engine stops from running  
out of fuel.  
Note: The water will splash into the path of the  
cutterblade, cleaning out the clippings.  
3. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can  
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.  
4. Disconnect the lead from the spark plug.  
5. Remove the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil  
through the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope  
slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the  
cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the  
off-season.  
Figure 52  
2. When no more clippings come out, stop the water  
and move the mower to a dry area.  
6. Loosely install the spark plug.  
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.  
3. Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the housing  
to prevent it from rusting.  
8. Charge the battery for 24 hours, then unplug the  
battery charger and store the mower in an unheated  
area. If you must store the mower in a heated area,  
you must charge the battery every 90 days.  
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Folding the Handle  
Upright Position  
1. Step on the foot pedal and hold it down (Figure 53).  
Figure 55  
3. To unfold the handle, refer to Unfolding the Handle.  
Removing the Mower from  
Storage  
Figure 53  
1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly  
using the starter to blow the excess oil from the  
cylinder.  
2. Move the handle to the upright position (Figure 54).  
2. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque  
wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m).  
3. Charge the battery.  
4. Connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug.  
Figure 54  
Forward Position  
1. With the handle in the upright position, step on the  
foot pedal and hold it down.  
2. Move the handle all the way forward and loosen the  
upper handle knob (Figure 55).  
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1st Year (12 months)  
1st Year (12 months)  
Owner’s Name:  
We certify that this service has been  
carried out by an Authorised Hayter  
Service Dealer  
Serial Number:  
Date:  
Date:  
Note for dealer: Please retain this voucher for your records.  
2nd Year (24 months)  
2nd Year (24 months)  
Owner’s Name:  
Serial Number:  
We certify that this service has been  
carried out by an Authorised Hayter  
Service Dealer  
Date:  
Date:  
Note for dealer: Please retain this voucher for your records.  
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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 manufacturer of major proprietry components ie. engines, gearbox /  
transaxle (where applicable) furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their  
authorised network. To qualify for the full benefit of the warranty, the warranty registration card  
must be returned within 14 days of purchase. Subject to the conditions and exclusions noted in  
this limited warranty, we shall at our option, repair or replace any warranted part during the  
applicable period. If you are in doubt or experience any difficulty, please consult a Hayter  
Authorised Service Dealer for clarification.  
To qualify for the extended warranty (second and third year) of the three year limited warranty  
the machine must have annual services carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer.  
These chargeable services should be carried out within 12 and 24 months of the date of purchase.  
Excluded from the extended warranty period are those items which are subject to normal wear  
and tear e.g. tyres, wheels, cutterblades, belts, cables, grassbags, brush/bristles, batteries and  
other consumable wearing parts.  
All consumer machines which are fitted with a genuine Hayter friction disc as original  
equipment before use, are covered by a Lifetime Warranty against the engine crankshaft  
bending. Note: friction washers, blade brake clutch (B.B.C) units and other such devices are 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 adjustments unless they are due to defective material or  
workmanship. Consult the Owner's Handbook or a Hayter Authorised Service Dealer for  
assistance when making these adjustments.  
A warranty period of 90 days applies to machines used for commercial purposes.  
To make a warranty claim, return the unit to a Hayter authorised dealer along with proof of  
purchase stating the machine serial number and date of purchase. The service receipt(s) or this  
Owners Handbook with the 1st/2nd year service boxes fully completed, must be produced as  
proof of entitlement to the extended warranty period. Subject to the conditions and exclusions in  
this limited warranty, the authorised dealer will, at our option, repair or replace any warranted  
part within the duration of the warranty period.  
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and is in addition to any statutory rights to  
which you may be entitled and your statutory rights are not affected by this warranty. If you need  
additional information concerning this written warranty, or assistance in obtaining services,  
please write to : HAYTER LIMITED, Service Department, Spellbrook, Bishop's Stortford,  
Hertfordshire CM23 4BU  
UK ONLY: Details of your local Hayter authorised dealer are contained in Yellow Pages and  
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