Page 5 - CONTENTS
1.20 Maintenance Schedule 1.20 - Daily 1.20 - 25 Hrs or Every Season 1.20 - 50 Hrs or Every Season 1.20 - 100 Hrs or Every Season 1.21 - 1.27 Mower Maintenance 1.21 - Engine 1.21 - Carburettor Adjustments 1.22 - Oil Service 1.22 - Air Cleaner Service 1.23 - Spark Plug Service 1.23 - Keeping Engine C...
Page 6 - 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 mower as it gives essential information regarding mower safety, operation, maintenance and spec...
Page 7 - WARRANTY
WARRANTY 1.7 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, ...
Page 8 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Safety Alert Symbol
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages. Whenyou see this symbol be alert to the possibility of injury. Carefully readthe following and inform others. Your mower is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe thefollowing precautions may result in ser...
Page 10 - Operation
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 the mower while the engine is running. Never lift the rear deflector while the engine is running. Never touch the exhaust/exhaust guard or cooling fins whe...
Page 11 - Maintenance & Storage; Control Symbols; SAFETY
Check the rear deflector and grassbag frequently for wear or deterioration.Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and when theengine is cool. Refer to ‘Engine Manual’. Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the cutte...
Page 13 - Prevent Engine Damage; IL; Oil Type
To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without oil orpetrol. The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil andpetrol before starting the engine. Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE 10W-30 Oil.Never use additives with this oil.To prolong the life of your engine it i...
Page 14 - Controls
Operate all control levers several times and ensure that the cablesmove freely. Check that the engine stop and (ground drive clutchlevers - Autodrive models ) return freely to their rest position when released. Turn the fuel valve to the on position. Move the throttle control leverto the ‘choke’ pos...
Page 15 - MOWER; Turning
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, Autodrive model ), apply downward pressure on the handlebar to raise the front wheels just above ground level and steer in the required direction. To prevent...
Page 16 - Heavy Growth
OPERATING THE MOWER To prevent accidents thoroughly inspect the area and remove allobjects which when contacted by the cutterblade could becomedangerous projectiles. Inspect the area for hidden obstructionswhich when contacted by the cutterblade could risk health andsafety or result in damage to the...
Page 18 - LAWN CARE CALENDAR
There is very little work to do this month apart from brushing awayleaves. Keep off the grass if frozen or waterlogged. Rake the grass thoroughly. Spike the lawn to aerate and stimulate soilorganisms and root growth and apply lawn sand if necessary. The yearly lawn work programme really starts this ...
Page 20 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
To prevent accidents stop the engine disconnect the spark pluglead before attempting to carry out maintenance procedures onthe mower. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. Morefrequent service will be required if working for prolonged periodsunder dusty, dry conditions, or...
Page 23 - Spark Plug Service
Use only an approved spark tester (1) to check for a spark as shown inthe diagram. Replace the spark plug every 100 hours or every season, whicheveroccurs first. A spark plug wrench is available from any authorisedHonda service dealer. Check the spark plug gap with a feeler gauge and set at 0.7 - 0....
Page 24 - Securing Nuts & Bolts
Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck housingimmediately after use. Fertilisers and top dressings are particularly corrosive.Thoroughly clean the mower deck immediately after use on treat-ed grass and store well away from corrosive materials. Regularly check that all securing nu...
Page 25 - Lubrication
Lubricate the wheels, pivot points and linkages with engine oil every 25operating hours. Apply a good quality medium grease to the inner control cables at thepoint of entry and exit from their outer casing. Drain the fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty and theengine stops. Refer ...
Page 26 - MOWER MAINTENANCE; Cutterblade Sharpening
Assemble the cutterblade (1) with the turned up edges facing towardsthe engine. Secure the cutterblade using the friction washer (2) and newfixing bolt (3) and tighten to a torque of 54Nm. To prevent accidents never reuse the original fixing bolt. A slightly worn cutterblade may be re-sharpened. Bot...
Page 27 - Storage; MAINTENANCE
Storage To store the handlebar unscrew the 2 small securing knobs sufficient-ly to allow it to pivot forwards to rest against the mower. Take care toensure that the control cables do not become snagged at the pivot pointand depress the engine stop lever to prevent it being damaged throughcontact wit...
Page 28 - TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not turn over Incorrect oil level. Check oil level. Obstruction under deck. Remove obstruction. Engine smokes Excess oil level. Check oil level. Air cleaner cartridge oil Service air cleaner. soaked or blocked. Engine runs then stops Fuel st...
Page 29 - SHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine vibrates excessively Mounting bolts loose. Tighten bolts Cutterblade bolt loose. Tighten bolt Cutterblade out of balance. Balance cutterblade Bent crankshaft. Consult your dealer Uneven cut Undulating ground conditions Change direction of travel Cutterblade worn ...
Page 30 - EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY; DECLARATION
1.30 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: HAYTER LIMITED, Address: Spellbrook, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts. CM23 4BU. ENGLAND declare that the lawnmower : Model name: Type: Model No: Cutting width: Speed of rotation of the cutting device: Engine manufacturer: Speed of rotation of engine: Motif 4...
Page 32 - PARTS
Item No. Description Part No. 432 Qty 433Qty 434 Qty 435 Qty Item Note 1 Washer - 12mm Thin HY09485 1 0 0 0 2 Engine - 111-2238 1 1 1 0 Engine 111-2236 0 0 0 1 3 Decal - Engine HY432009 1 0 0 0 Decal - Engine 433009 0 1 1 0 Decal - Engine 435009 0 0 0 1 4 Cable Engine Brake HY412007 1 1 1 1 5 Contro...
Page 35 - LIST
BRIGG S & ST R ATTON MOTIF 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 17 18 14 19 19 20 22 22 23 24 25 25 26 26 27 27 27 39 39 29 30 31 42 32 33 34 35 36 37 37 38 28 28 28 40 41 43 45 46 47 47 48C 49 52 52 49 50 50 50 50 51 51 53 53 54 54 56 57 58 59 20 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 66 66 67 67 67 68 ...
Page 38 - NOTES
1.38 Notes:- NOTES 111-2300 (A) 4/6/08 11:27 am Page 1.38
Page 40 - CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Serial No: Engine Type:- GCV135EA4G7SD (432/433/434) GCV160EA4G7SD (435) Engine:- Honda GCV 135 (432/433/434) GCV 160 (435) Date of Sale:-Your Local Dealer:- CUSTOMER INFORMATION 1.40 111-2300 (A) 4/6/08 11:27 am Page 1.40