Page 2 - MAIN
MODEL CODE 481A - Auto Drive Electric Start Engine Briggs & Stratton Diamond XTL-45 Engine Type 12L887-1562-21 Engine / Cutterblade Speed 2800 rpm Fuel Type Unleaded Petrol Fuel Capacity 1.5 litres Oil Type SAE 30 engine oil Oil Sump Capacity 0.6 litres Width of Cut 480mm Height of Cut 12 - 65mm...
Page 3 - CONTENTS
1.17 Maintenance Schedule 1.18 - 1.24 Mower Maintenance 1.18 - Engine 1.18 - Throttle Cable Adjustment 1.18 - Carburettor Adjustments 1.19 - Oil Service 1.19 - Air Cleaner Service 1.20 - Spark Plug Service 1.20 - Keeping Engine Clean 1.20 - Grassbag 1.21 - Deck Housing 1.21 - Securing Nuts and Bolts...
Page 4 - INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Hayter mower. The following pages are designed to help you gainsafe and efficient service from your mower. IMPORTANT: This ‘Owners Handbook’ should be regarded as part of the mower as it givesessential information regarding mower safety, operation, maintenance and specific...
Page 5 - WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY Hayter Limited warrants to the original user/purchaser that this unit shall be free from defectsin material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three years from thedate of purchase. The manufacturer of the engines furnish their own warranty and services are ...
Page 6 - 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 8 - 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 9 - Maintenance & Storage
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. To reduce thefire hazard, keep the engine and the surrounding deck area free ofgrass, leaves, or excessive grease. Check the rear deflector and grassbag frequently for wear or deterioration.Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. If the fue...
Page 11 - 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 “For service SE, SF,SG” SAE 30 oil. Never use additives with recommended oils.SAE 10W-30...
Page 13 - Forward Travel; Slopes
Hold the handlebar and operate the ground drive clutch lever to powerthe mower in a forward direction. When the ground drive clutch lever is disengaged the mower may bepushed. This feature is useful when mowing in confined areas. If the engine stop lever is released the engine will stop. To make a w...
Page 15 - OPERATING; Heavy Growth; Friction Disc
OPERATING Areas of heavy growth should be mown without collecting the clip-pings. If collection is required, first mow the area without the grass-bag at the maximum height of cut setting. Allow the grass clippings todry out and then mow the area at the maximum height of cut settingwith the grassbag ...
Page 16 - 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 - MOWER
Check the oil level daily before starting the engine and ensure that thecorrect oil level is maintained. Refer to-‘Before Starting the Mower’for oil checking and filling instructions. Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and thereafteraccording to the ‘Maintenance Schedule’:- 1...
Page 21 - Spark Plug Service
Use only Briggs & Stratton spark tester (1) to check for a spark asshown in the diagram. Replace the spark plug every 100 hours or every season, whicheveroccurs first. A spark plug wrench is available from any authorisedBriggs & Stratton service dealer. Check the spark plug gap with a feeler...
Page 25 - Storage; MOWER MAINTENANCE
Storage To store the handlebar unscrew the 2 small securing knobs sufficient-ly to allow it to be pivoted forwards to rest against the mower. Takecare to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged at thepivot point and depress the engine stop lever to prevent it being dam-aged through cont...
Page 26 - Battery Charging
PREVENT ACCIDENTS: ALWAYS charge the battery in a wellventilated area. NEVER charge the battery near naked flames or direct heat. ALWAYS switch off the mains electricity supply before discon-necting the charger from the battery. ALWAYS use the battery charger supplied with the mower. Battery chargin...
Page 27 - TROUBLE SHOOTING
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. Battery discharge Charge battery Engine smokes Excess oil level. Check oil level. Air cleaner cartridge oil...
Page 30 - PARTS LIST
DESCRIPTION PART NO. QTY ITEM NOTE 1 Mainframe - Casting 480010V 1 2 Plate - Location RH 480083V 1 3 Clamp - Boss Inner 480084W 2 4 Clamp - Boss Outer 480085W 2 5 Handwheel - Assy 480054 2 6 Key - Woodruff 1662 1 7 Throttle Control & OPC Cable 488028 1 8 Engine - B/S Diamond 481144 1 XTL45 APTO ...
Page 34 - CUSTOMER INFORMATION /NOTES
Mower Serial No:................................................................................. Engine Model:.................................. Type:....................................... Code:..................................... Notes: 1.34 CUSTOMER INFORMATION /NOTES
