Page 5 - CONTENTS
1.3 Main Features/Specifications 1.5 Contents 1.6 Introduction 1.7 Warranty 1.8 - 1.11 Safety Precautions 1.8 - Training 1.8 - 1.9 - Preparation 1.9 - 1.10 - Operation 1.10 - 1.11 - Maintenance and Storage 1.11 - Safety Symbols 1.11 - Decal Symbols 1.12 Assembling the Mower 1.12 - Delivery Checklist...
Page 6 - INTRODUCTION
1.6 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing an Allen machine. 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, m...
Page 7 - WARRANTY
1.7 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY The Allen mower business is a subsidiary of Hayter Limited. The manufacturer warrants to the original user/purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects inmaterial and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of purchase. The...
Page 8 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Safety Alert Symbol
1.8 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 machine is perfectly safe if used correctly. Failure to observe thefollowing precautions may result ...
Page 11 - Maintenance & Storage; Information Symbols
1.11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors andwhen the engine is cool. Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the cuttingdevice. Always replace worn or faulty parts with genuine Allen parts. Maintenance & Storage Safety Symbols Safety...
Page 12 - ASSEMBLING THE MOWER
DTP-000-001-A 4 4 5 5 7 8 DTP-000-002-A 12 13 DTP-000-003-A 1 2 2 3 4 4 Remove the machine from the packaging and check that the followingitems have been supplied correctly. If any items are missing contact,your local dealer. Main deck, lower and upper handlebars. 1. Handlebar bolt x 2 5. Throttle b...
Page 13 - Prevent Engine Damage; 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. Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE 10W-30. Neveruse additives with recommended oil.To prolong the life of your engine it is import...
Page 14 - Controls
Check that the engine stop lever moves freely and returns to it’s restposition when released. Place the throttle control to the start position, ensure that the fuel tapis in the ‘On’ position and the tank vent is open (if fitted). Release the handlebar from it’s parked position. Hold the handlebarto...
Page 15 - OPERATING; Cutting Grass; Stopping
1.15 OPERATING Start at the outside border of the lawn and go round working towards the centre. Always control the mower with both hands, keeping the mower flat on the ground. Release the engine stop lever. Emergency stop: Release the engine stop lever. If the engine fails to stop, disconnect the sp...
Page 19 - Securing Nuts & Bolts
1.19 Remove grass debris from the top and underside of the deck immedi-ately after use. Regularly check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight. Replacemissing or damaged items immediately. Check the oil level daily before starting the engine and ensure that thecorrect oil level is maintained. Re...
Page 20 - Cutterbar Removal
1.20 Drain the fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty and theengine stops. Remove the spark plug lead and allow the engine to cool. Turn the mower on its left hand side and ensure that the carburet-tor is uppermost.Firmly grip the end of the cutterbar with the gloved hand and remove...
Page 21 - Storage; MOWER
1.21 Storage Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected with a fuel addi-tive or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in the fuel systemor on essential carburettor parts. To ensure your mower is maintained ingood working order it is important that the following procedure is adop...
Page 22 - TROUBLE; SHOOTING
1.22 TROUBLE PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY Engine will not turn over Engine stop lever released. Operate engine stop lever. 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...
Page 24 - MAINFRAME; PARTS
1.24 MAINFRAME 446 450 453 Item No. Description Part No. Qty Qty Qty Item Note 1 Upper Handle H290237 1 1 1 2 Operator Presence Control H290239 1 1 1 3 Grip - Handle Upper H292276 2 2 2 4 Kit Cable Securing H190139 1 1 1 5 Throttle/Brake Control H292315 1 1 1 6 Lower Handle H290288 1 1 1 7 M6 U Bolt...
Page 25 - MAINFRAME PARTS LIST
1.25 1 2 3 5 13 15 16 17 18 19 21 4 4 6 7 8 7 9 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 14 20 HAY-G00001-A * MAINFRAME PARTS LIST 111-1270 (A) 5/3/07 11:47 am Page 1.25
Page 28 - Kit - Extension Handles
446 450 453 Item No. Description Part No. Qty Qty Qty Item Note 1 Throttle Control & OPC H292387 1 1 1 Not Shown 2 Handwheel H192204 2 2 2 Not Shown 3 Handlebar Extension H292392 1 1 1 Not Shown 1.28 446 450 453 Item No. Description Part No. Qty Qty Qty Item Note 1 Undercarriage H192284 1 1 1 2 ...
Page 30 - Notes
Page 31 - CUSTOMER; INFORMATION
1.31 CUSTOMER Serial No: Engine Type:- GCV135 Engine:- Honda Engine Type:- GCV160 Engine:- Honda Date of Sale:- Your Local Dealer:- Notes:- INFORMATION 111-1270 (A) 5/3/07 11:47 am Page 1.31
Page 32 - Hayter Limited
Hayter Limited Spellbrook, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 4BU, England.Tel: +44 (0) 1279 723444 Fax: +44 (0) 1279 600338e-mail: [email protected] www.hayter.co.uk YOUR HAYTER DEALER IS: 111-1270 (A) 5/3/07 11:47 am Page 1.32