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CLIPPER
46
CODE 401R
AUTO-DRIVE
OWNER’S HANDBOOK
(English Version)
FROM SERIAL NO: 401R001001 HANDBOOK: 401001 (Rev.2.)
Issue: 25/02/99
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CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY I, the undersigned Peter Lundberg, of STIGA certify that the lawnmowers: 1. Machine Type No. CODE 401R (S462) 2. Category. Combustion Engine 3. Make. Hayter 4. Type. Rotary 5. Engine - Manufacturer. Briggs & Stratton - Type. 10C902 - Speed of rotation during test. 3000 rpm Conforms to the specifications of Directive 84/538/EEC as adapted to technical progress by Directive 87/252/EEC and amended by Directive 88/180/EEC. Guaranteed maximum sound power level. 93 dB(A) - T
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CONTENTS 1.2 1.2 CONTENTS Page No. INTRODUCTION 1.4 WARRANTY 1.5 Limited Warranty 1.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.6 - 1.10 Safety Precautions 1.6 - 1.9 Decals 1.10 SPECIFICATIONS 1.11 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.12 - 1.14 General Assembly 1.12 Assembling the Mower for the First Time 1.13- 1.14 STARTING THE ENGINE 1.15 - 1.17 Before Starting the Engine 1.15 - 1.16 To Start the Engine 1.17 STOPPING THE ENGINE 1.18 OPERATING THE MOWER 1.18 - 1.23 Height of Cut 1.19 Travel 1.20 Turning the Mower 1.20 Moving t
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CONTENTS 1.3 1.3 CONTENTS Page No. MAINTENANCE Continued. Securing Nuts and Bolts 1.28 Lubrication 1.28 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 PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE 1.34 FAULT FINDING 1.35 - 1.37 401R CHASSIS PARTS LIST 2.1 - 2.2 401R PARTS DIAGRAM 2.3 401R TRANSMISSION P
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INTRODUCTION 1.4 1.4 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower. The following pages are designed to help you gain safe and efficient service from your machine. IMPORTANT: 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 handbook prior to operating your machine for the first time. Make sure you are familiar with all the controls and points o
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1.5 1.5 WARRANTY 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 own warranty and services are provided through their authorised network (Refer to "Engine/Battery Pack Warranty Statement"). To qualify for the full benefit of the warr
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.6 1.6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THIS SYMBOL MEANS BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL BE ALERT TO THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY. CAREFULLY READ THE MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS AND INFORM OTHERS. EXERCISE GREAT CARE AND FOLLOW THE ADVICE GIVEN TO AVOID POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS. Your mower is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following simple precautions may result in serious injury. Training: Read the instructions carefully. Ensure tha
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.7 1.7 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. - Replace fuel tank and container caps securely. - Replace faulty silencers. 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 bolt are major hazards. Before use, visually inspect the cutting mechanism to ensure that it is in good condition. A damaged cutterbar must be replaced immediatel
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.8 1.8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. Operation continued: Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Disengage the ground 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 or carry a mower while the engine is running. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead:
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.9 1.9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 spark plug removed. Never strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object as this may cause the flywheel to shatter in
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.10 1.10 DECALS WARNING DECAL: Part No. 219189 WARNING -RISK OF DANGER - SAFETY ALERT. DANGER OF SEVERING TOES OR FINGERS IN CUTTING MECHANISM. DANGER OF BEING HIT BY THROWN OBJECTS. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM THE MACHINE. STOP ENGINE AND REMOVE SPARK PLUG LEAD BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR WORK. CAREFULLY READ THE OWNERS HANDBOOK BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. ENGINE STOP STOP 401001EB100398A
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SPECIFICATIONS 1.11 1.11 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL CODE 401R Auto-drive Engine Briggs & Stratton Quattro 40 Engine Type 10C902 Engine / Cutterbar Speed 3000 rpm Fuel Type Unleaded Petrol Fuel Capacity 1.5 litres Oil Type SAE 30 engine oil Oil Sump Capacity 0.6 litres Cutting Width 460mm Cutting Height 35 - 65mm Overall Dimensions 1320 x 515 x 1010mm Dry Weight 27 Kg 401001EB100398A
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.12 1.12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY NOTICE Before using the mower, read the owner’s handbook carefully. Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. MS001 GENERAL ASSEMBLY 1. Front Height of Cut Adjuster 2. Muffler Guard 3. Spark Plug Lead 4. Engine Cowl 7 5. Oil Filler Cap & Dipstick 6. Engine Stop Lever 7. Top Handlebar 6 8. Ground Drive Clutch Lever 8 9. Engine Start Grip 10. Upper Handlebar Securing Knob 11. Lower Handlebar Securing Knob 12. Rear Height of Cut
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.13 1.13 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME DELIVERY CHECKLIST Unpack the mower: Remove the mower from the packag- Description Quantity ing and take great care to ensure that the control cables Owner’s Handbook 1 between the engine and the upper handlebar are not dam- Warranty Reg. Card 1 aged in the process. Check that the loose items have been supplied correctly. Refer to the delivery checklist opposite. If any items are missing, contact your local
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.14 1.14 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME Continued. Check engine stop lever operation: Operate the engine stop lever several times. Ensure that the cable moves freely and that the lever returns automatically to the engine stop position when released. ST002 Check the ground drive clutch lever operation: Operate the engine stop lever and push forward on the clutch lever until it locks into position. Release the engine stop lever to a half way position and check th
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STARTING THE ENGINE 1.15 1.15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT- PREVENTENGINEDAMAGE: The engine is shipped without oil or petrol. The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting the engine. Oil recommendations: Always use high quality detergent oil classified “For service SE, SF, SG” SAE 30 oil. Never use additives with recommended oils. SAE 10W-30 multigrade oil may be used, but this will result in higher engine operating temperatures with consequential
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STARTING THE ENGINE 1.16 1.16 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Continued. 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 level: Clean around the fuel filler cap before removing and fill the fuel tank with clean unleaded petr
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STARTING THE ENGINE 1.17 1.17 TO START THE ENGINE CS117 Operate the primer bulb: When starting the engine for the first time firmly push the primer bulb 5 times at 2 second intervals to provide the extra fuel required to start a cold engine. When starting a cold engine thereafter it should 1 only be necessary to push the primer bulb 3 times. 2 Operation of the primer bulb is usually unnecessary when 1. Engine starting a warm engine. 2. Primer Bulb Operate the engine stop lever: Use one hand to
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STOPPING THE ENGINE 1.18 1.18 STOPPING THE ENGINE Stopping the engine: Disengage the engine stop lever by releasing the lever. STOP ST004 Emergency stop: If the engine stop lever fails, disconnect the spark plug lead to stop the engine. STOP STOP CS044 CS044 OPERATING THE MOWER SAFETY NOTICE WARNING - PREVENTACCIDENTAL STARTING : Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before cleaning, inspecting or working on the machine. STOP STOP CS044 CS044 401001EB100398A
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OPERATING THE MOWER 1.19 1.19 SAFETY NOTICE WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS : Before mowing, thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all objects which when contacted by the mower cutterbar could become dangerous projec- tiles. Inspect the area for hidden obstructions which when contacted by the cutterbar could risk health and safety. Remember the location of these obstructions and ensure that you mow around them. CS031 IMPORTANT- PREVENT ENGINE DAMAGE : DO NOT use the m
