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RANGER 53 PRO
CODE 396A
OWNER’S HANDBOOK
English Version
FROM SERIAL NO: 396A001001 HANDBOOK: 396007 (REV.0.)
ISSUE 10.04.02
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY SANDRIGARDEN via Manzoni 22 36027 Rosa, Italia. Declare that the lawnmower: Models: Ranger 53 Pro Machine Type No. CODE 396A (SG56 RC VAR PROF) Category: Auto Drive/Variable Speed Type: Pedestrian Rotary Engine - Manufacturer: Briggs & Stratton - Speed of rotation: 2900rpm Width of cutting device: 520mm Speed of rotation of the cutting device: 2900rpm Complies with the provisions of Directive: 98/37/EC Essential Health & Safety Requirements Relating to the Design & C
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1.1 1.1 CONTENTS CONTENTS Page No. INTRODUCTION. 1.2 WARRANTY. 1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. 1.4 - 1.7 Decals 1.7 SPECIFICATIONS. 1.8 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS. 1.9 General assembly. 1.9 Assembling the mower for the first time. 1.10 - 1.12 STARTING THE ENGINE. 1.13 Before starting the engine. 1.13 - 1.14 Starting the engine. 1.15 STOPPING THE ENGINE. 1.16 OPERATING THE MOWER. 1.16 Height of Cut. 1.17 Travel. 1.18 Turning the mower. 1.18 Mowing with grass collection. 1.19 Mowing without grass collectio
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1.2 1.2 INTRODUCTION 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 of
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1.3 1.3 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 one year from the date of purchase. The manufacturers of the engine furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their authorised network (Refer to "Engine Warranty Statement"). To qualify for the full benefit of the warranty, the warranty registration card must be returned w
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1.4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.4 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. The Ranger 53 Pro is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe the following simple precautions may result in serious injury. Training: Read the instructions care
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1.5 1.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. - Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps securely. - Replace faulty exhaust and mufflers. 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. Damaged cutterbars and loose fixing bolts are major hazards. Before use, visually inspect the cutting mechanism to ensure that it is in good condition. A damaged cutterbar
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.6 1.6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. Operation continued: 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: - Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge chute. - Before cleaning/checking or working on the mower. Stop the engine: -
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1.7 1.7 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continued. Maintenance and storage: Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating condition. Never store the mower with petrol in the tank within an enclosed area where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Check the grassba
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1.8 1.8 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODELS CODE 396(SG56 RC VAR PROF) Engine Briggs & Stratton Intek Edge 60 Engine type 121602-0166-E1 Engine / cutterbar speed 2900 rpm Fuel type Unleaded petrol. Fuel capacity 1.5 litres Oil type SAE 30 engine oil Oil sump capacity 0.6 litres Cutting width 530mm Cutting height 25 - 100mm Overall dimensions 1700 x 600 x 1130mm Dry Weight 57.5 Kg
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1.9 1.9 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY NOTICE Before using the mower, read this owners handbook carefully. Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. GENERAL ASSEMBLY 1. Spark Plug Lead. 2. Primer Bulb. 3. Engine Cover. 4. Air Filter. 5. Fuel Filler Cap. 6. Oil Filler Cap & Dipstick. 7. Height of Cut Lever. 8. Rear Deflector. 9. Handlebar Securing Knob 10. Engine Start Grip. 12 13 11. Throttle Control. 12. Lever - Engine Stop. 11 14 13. Handlebar. 14. Ground Driv
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1.10 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.10 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME DELIVERY CHECKLIST Description Quantity Check that parts are delivered correctly: Remove the Handlebar Lower LH 1 mower from the packaging and check that all loose items Handlebar Lower RH 1 have been supplied correctly. Refer to the delivery checklist Coach Bolt 4 opposite and the general assembly. If any items are missing, Washer 4 Nut 4 contact your local authorised Hayter Dealer. Handlebar Support LH 1 Handlebar Suppo
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1.11 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.11 ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME Continued. Assemble the grassbag: Insert metal frame into grassbag fabric and clip into position. Push grassbag flap onto frame to fix in position. WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Always ensure grassbag flap is securely fitted and in good condition. CS227 CS226 Raise the rear deflector and lower the grassbag through the handlebar aperture to connect onto the upper mounting points. Lower the grassbag to rest against the
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1.12 1.12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLING THE MOWER FOR THE FIRST TIME Continued. Check all fasteners are secure. CS015 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. CS214 Check throttle lever operation: Operate the throttle lever several times and ensure the cable moves freely whilst operating the engine throttle mechanism. CS212 Check c
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1.13 STARTING THE ENGINE 1.13 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT - PREVENT ENGINE DAMAGE: The engine is shipped without oil or petrol. The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before start- ing the engine. CS233 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 wit
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1.14 1.14 STARTING THE ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Continued. Fuel recommendations: Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol. Purchase fuel in quantities which can be used within 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol. For added engine protec- tion Briggs & Stratton recommend the use of their fuel addi- tive 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 unlea
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STARTING THE ENGINE 1.15 1.15 STARTING THE ENGINE Operate the primer bulb: Push on the primer bulb 5 times at two second intervals to provide the extra fuel to start the engine after assembling the mower for the first time. 1 In normal use, push on the primer bulb 3 times at two second intervals to provide the extra fuel required to start a cold CS231 engine. Operation of the primer bulb is usually unnecessary when starting a warm engine. Operate the throttle control lever: Push the lever to the
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1.16 1.16 STOPPING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE Stopping the engine: Disengage the engine stop lever by re- leasing the engine stop lever. STOP CS215 Emergency stop: If the engine stop lever fails, disconnect the 1 spark plug lead to stop the engine. 3 2 STOP CS229 1. Engine 2. Spark Plug Lead 3. Spark Plug OPERATING THE MOWER SAFETY NOTICE 1 WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING : 3 Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead 2 before cleaning, inspecting or working on the ma
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1.17 1.17 OPERATING THE MOWER SAFETY NOTICE Continued WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS Before mowing, thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects, which when contacted by the mower cutterbar could become dangerous projectiles. 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 the
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1.18 OPERATING THE MOWER 1.18 TRAVEL Forward Travel: Hold the handlebar and operate the clutch lever to power the mower in a forward direction. Release the clutch lever to stop the mower from travelling in a forward direction CS216 Speed Control: Travel speed can be altered by selecting a different position on the ground drive speed control lever. With the engine running and the clutch lever engaged push the lever forward to reduce speed and pull backwards to increase. When the clutch lever is d
