Hayter 455E - Manuals

Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area ofpotential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 110-2115 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 3. To engage the traction control, lift the lower bail upward. 2. To ...

Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Use Handle 1 Bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) 2 Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) 2 Washer 4 Locknut (5/16 inch) 4 1 Cable tie 3 Install the handle. Self-tapping screw 2 2 Fuel tank 1 Install the fuel tank an...

2 Installing the Fuel Tank andthe Fuel Line Parts needed for this procedure: 2 Self-tapping screw 1 Fuel tank Procedure 1. Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow fitting (Figure 4). G002527 1 2 3 4 Figure 4 1. Fuel tank 3. Fuel line 2. Elbow fitting 4. Fuel line clamp 2. Secure the fuel line ...

Product Overview Figure 6 1. Handle 8. Oil fill/dipstick (not shown) 2. Blade control bar 9. Air filter 3. Control bar lock 10. Cutting height lever 4. Ground speed controllever 11. Spark plug 5. Traction control bar 12. Oil filter 6. Fuel tank 13. Grass bag 7. Starter handle 14. Throttle control le...

Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Each time before you mow, make sure that theself-propel drive and the blade control bar operateproperly. When you release the blade control bar, theblade should stop. If it does not, contact an Auth...

Filling the Fuel Tank For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free petrol withan octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness,purchase only the quantity of petrol that you expect touse in 30 days. Using unleaded petrol results in fewercombustion deposits and longer engine life. You mayuse lea...

Important: Do not fill the tank more than 1/4 inch (6 mm) from the top of the tank becausethe petrol must have room to expand. 4. Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled petrol. Starting the Engine 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug (Figure 12). Figure 12 1. Spark-plug wire 2. Open the ...

Disengaging the Blade Release the blade control bar. Important: When you release the blade control bar, the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If itdoes not stop properly, stop using your mowerimmediately and contact an Authorized ServiceDealer. Operating the Traction Drive Engaging the Traction Dr...

Adjusting the cutting height levers could bringyour hands into contact with a moving bladeand result in serious injury. • Stop the engine and wait for all movementto stop before adjusting the cutting height. • Do not put your fingers under the housingwhen adjusting the cutting height. 1. Pull the wh...

Mowing with the Grass Bag A worn grass bag could allow small stonesand other similar debris to be thrown in theoperator’s or bystander’s direction and result inserious personal injury or death to the operatoror bystanders. Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged,install a new Hayter replace...

Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • Check the engine oil level.• Insp...

Lubricating the Gear Case Service Interval: Every 100 hours After every 100 operating hours, grease the gear case. 1. Remove the grass bag. 2. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt cover opening (Figure 22). Figure 22 3. Gently apply one to 2 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium-base g...

6. Remove the foam pre-cleaner and wash it with a mild detergent and water, then blot it dry. 7. Saturate the pre-cleaner with oil, then squeeze it (do not twist) to remove the excess oil. 8. Install the foam pre-cleaner. 9. Install the new paper air filter. 10. Install the cover and secure it with ...

Figure 26 1. Gasket 8. Install the new filter and hand tighten it 2/3 turn only. 9. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with fresh oil Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil. 10. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 11. Run the engine for about 3 minutes. 12. Stop the engine, wait fo...

Fuel SystemMaintenance Emptying the Fuel Tank andCleaning the Fuel Filter Service Interval: Yearly The fuel filter (screen) element is located inside the fueltank. Clean the fuel filter element yearly. 1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down. Note: Drain petrol from a cold engine only. 2. Di...

G012156 1 Figure 29 1. Upper belt cover 7. Remove the screws from the lower anchor bracket (Figure 30). Figure 30 1. Lower anchor bracket 2. Notches Note: The lower belt has been removed in Figure 30 for the purpose for clarity. It is not necessaryto remove the lower belt cover to perform thisproced...

Blade Maintenance Maintaining the Cutting Blade Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cutscleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. Complete the following procedure beforeinspecting, removing, or installing the blade: 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. ...

Balancing the Blade 1. Check the balance of the blade by placing the center hole of the blade over a nail or screwdriver shankclamped horizontally in a vise (Figure 38). Figure 38 Note: You can also check the balance using a commercially manufactured blade balancer. 2. If either end of the blade rot...

Storage To prepare the mower for off-season storage, performthe recommended maintenance procedures. Refer toMaintenance. Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover themower to keep it clean and protected. Preparing the Fuel System Petrol can vaporize if you store it over longperiods of time ...

Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel system contains stale fuel. 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh petrol. If the problem persists, contactan Authorized Service Dealer. 2. The throttle lever is not in the Choke position. 2. Move t...