Page 3 - ATTENTION; THIS SYMBOL MEANS; YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED; READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THE CONDOR HYDROSTATIC
ATTENTION THIS SYMBOL MEANS BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THE CONDOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE MOWER. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT OPERATORS STUDY IT FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY. ALL OPERATORS SHOULD SEEK AND OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL AND PRACTICAL INSTRUCTIONS ON THE SAFE USE OF THE MOWER. THE...
Page 5 - CONTENTS
1.5 1.5 CONTENTS CONTENTS Page No. Safety Precautions 1.7 - 1.12 Training 1.7 Preparation 1.7 - 1.8 Operation 1.8 - 1.9 Maintenance and Storage 1.10 Decals 1.11 - 1.12 EC Conformity Information 1.13 - 1.14 Noise / Vibration Levels 1.13 EC Declaration of Conformity 1.14 Introduction 1.15 Specificatio...
Page 7 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Training; Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.; Preparation; Replace faulty silencers.
1.7 1.7 This manual should be regarded as part of the machine, as it gives essential information regarding machine safety, operation, maintenance and specifications. READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THE CONDOR MOWER, IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT OPERATORS STUDY IT FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY. THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTION...
Page 9 - Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine.
1.9 1.9 Operation Continued Start the engine carefully, with feet well away from the cutting devices. Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of discharge openings at all times. Stop the engine, turn the ignition control to th...
Page 10 - Maintenance and Storage; Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
1.10 1.10 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Maintenance and Storage Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. To reduce the risk of fire, keep the engine, silencer, fuel tank and battery compartment free o...
Page 11 - Decals; Decal - Control Panel; Location: Control Panel
1.11 1.11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Decals Decal - Control Panel Part No: 510226 (2) Location: Control Panel A) Ground travel control: controls forward & reverse transmission speedB) Bypass valve important: prevent damage - do not operate the bypass valve lever whilst the engine is running as this will...
Page 12 - Decals continued; Decal - Cutting height adjustment
1.12 1.12 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Decals continued Decal - Cutting height adjustment Part No: 320006 (3)Location: R.H side of deck (212D) Both sides of unit (214D, 243D) Decal - Cylinder cut adjustment Part No: 214053 (0)Location: Top front of verge unit, both sides Decal - Severing of hand of fingers Pa...
Page 13 - EC CONFORMITY INFORMATION; Noise Levels; Operator Daily Personal Noise Exposure:; Vibration Levels; Operator Daily Personal Vibration Exposure:; EC Declaration of Conformity; Under no circumstances can attachments; dB; Wear Hearing
1.13 1.13 EC CONFORMITY INFORMATION Noise Levels Operator Daily Personal Noise Exposure: HAYTER LIMITED have no control over site conditions, duration of use, state of maintenance or adjustment of the mower. All of these factors will affect the operator’s daily personal noise exposure level - L EP,d...
Page 14 - VIBRATION INFORMATION; EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
1.14 1.14 EC CONFORMITY INFORMATION VIBRATION INFORMATION Hand / Arm Vibration Level at the Operator Position measured in accordance with European Standard EN 836 & EN 1033: Measured Vibration Level ahv =Uncertainty of measurement K = Whole Body Vibration Level at the Operator Seat measured in a...
Page 15 - INTRODUCTION; Introduction; direction of forward travel.
1.15 1.15 INTRODUCTION Introduction The Condor Hydrostatic System is a total grass cutting system designed for professional use. A range of optional attachments are available which can be quickly interchanged. This machine is designed solely for cutting grass and similar low lying ground vegetation ...
Page 16 - Condor; Forced air; Transmission System; Hydraulic static differential transaxle; Cutterhead Drive System; Power Unit Intermediate Drive:; Twin V-belt via countershaft; SPECIFICATIONS
1.16 1.16 Specifications ALL FIGURES ARE NOMINALLY QUOTED AT THE RATED ENGINE SPEED OF 2900 RPM UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. Engine Condor Type: HONDA GX340 UT24 - stroke, overhead valve, 1 cylinder Speed Rating: 2900 rpm (no load) Power Rating: 6.5 kw (8.7 hp) @ 2900 rpm Capacity: 337 cc Air Cleaner: D...
Page 17 - Power Unit Specifications; Tyres; Standard; Operator Controls
1.17 1.17 Power Unit Specifications Ground Speed: 0 - 9 km/hr (0 - 5.6 mph) forward 0 - 5 km/hr (0 - 3 mph) reverse Tyres Tyre Type Recommended max. tyre pressures Standard 16 x 6.5 - 8 4 Ply 1.9 bar (28 psi) Option 16 x 4.00 x 8 4 ply 2.2 bar (32 psi) Parking Brake: Lever operated integral transaxl...
Page 19 - ASSEMBLING THE MOWER
1.19 1.19 Assembling and Removing the Cutterhead Attachments - Introduction The Condor Hydrostatic Drive Power Unit Code 510D is designed to be used with either the 30” Rotary Cutterhead Attachment Code 212D or the 30” Verge Cutterhead Attachments Code 214D and 243D. Any of these attachments can be ...
Page 21 - continued
1.21 1.21 Assembling the Cutterhead Attachment to the Power Unit continued 12. Refit the drive belt from the engine to the countershaft pulley. 13. Refit the transmission guard to the power unit and drive cover to the cutterhead. To remove the cutterhead attachment from the power unit: This is achie...
Page 22 - Safety Notice; properly carried out and the mower is in; Operator Presence Control; OPERATING THE MOWER
1.22 1.22 Safety Notice WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Before operating the mower it is essential that; - The operator reads and understands this manual. - The daily maintenance checks have been properly carried out and the mower is in good working order. - The operator should wear safety clothing and...
Page 23 - The hydrostatic axle unit incorpo-; Throttle Control; Parking brake engaged
1.23 1.23 Identification of Controls 1. Transmission Bypass Valve Lever2. Cutterhead Clutch Control Lever3. Parking Brake Lever4. Throttle Control5. Operator Presence Control (OPC) Levers.6. Travel Rocker7. Ignition Switch Braking System Parking Brake: The hydrostatic axle unit incorpo- rates an int...
Page 24 - Grip either handlebar and lay the; Adjustment of travel rocker levers:; Both LH and; Transmission Bypass Valve Control
1.24 1.24 Travel continued Forward travel: Grip either handlebar and lay the thumb over the travel rocker lever. Push forward with the thumb to travel in the forward direction. The forward speed will increase as the rocker lever is pushed further forward or decrease as the lever is allowed to return...
Page 25 - Push the cutterhead; Starting the Engine; Engage Cutterhead Drive
1.25 1.25 Ignition Switch The engine may only be started when the ignition switch is in the ‘on’ position (B). WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Always switch the ignition key to the ‘off’ position (A) and remove the key when the mower is not in use. Cutterhead Drive Operation The cutterhead drive engage...
Page 27 - General Operating Hints; Never let the mower labour.; Adjusting Height of Cutter; Verge attachment
1.27 1.27 OPERATING THE MOWER General Operating Hints 1. The rotational speed of the cutterhead should always be kept as high as possible to maintain the highest quality of cut. This in turn requires the mower engine speed to be kept as high as possible. 2. The quality of cut will deteriorate if the...
Page 28 - 0’’ Rotary Attachment.; Handlebar Height Adjustment; The length of the connecting rods to the
1.28 1.28 OPERATING THE MOWER Adjusting Height of Cutter continued 30’’ Rotary Attachment. Loosen hand knob (1) sufficiently to allow lever (2) to be moved to the required height of cut posi-tion. Retighten the hand knob to secure the height of cut lever in position. Handlebar Height Adjustment The ...
Page 29 - Maintenance; maintenance section of the Operator’s Manual.; MAINTENANCE
1.29 1.29 Maintenance WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - When carrying out maintenance procedures it is essential that: - The engine is switched off, the spark plug lead removed and the ignition switch is in the ‘off’ position. - The parking break is applied.- You have read and understood the maintenance ...
Page 30 - Engine; Check wheel nut torque:; Countershaft Pulley
1.30 1.30 MAINTENANCE Engine Refer to the engine manual for engine maintenance information. The engine is governed to run at a maximum speed of 2900 r.p.m. Under no circum-stances must this speed be modified. Running In Period - At First 50 Hours of Use Check wheel nut torque: Power unit wheel nut t...
Page 31 - Check belt tension - Cutterhead input drive:; Check; Daily and Before Use; If the oil level is below the; ENGINE OWNER’S; Check the air
1.31 1.31 MAINTENANCE Running In Period - At First 50 Hours of Use continued Check belt tension - Cutterhead input drive: Check the free play at the centre of the drive belt span as shown using finger pressure. If adjustment is required, refer to MOUNTING OF CUTTER- HEAD ATTACHMENT . Check belt tens...
Page 32 - Check hydrostatic unit oil level:; , and replace the reservoir; MAINTENANCE - EVERY 200 HOURS; Stop the
1.32 1.32 MAINTENANCE Daily and Before Use continued Check hydrostatic unit oil level: Always check, prior to starting, when the mower is cold. Remove the reservoir cap and check the fluid level. The level should not be above the ‘cold’ mark. Top up, if necessary to the cold mark with the recommende...
Page 33 - Check travel controls:; Examine the condition of the tyres; Examine the condition; Check the condition of the
1.33 1.33 Daily And Before Use continued Check travel controls: Start the engine. Engage forward travel and operate at maximum speed over level ground, release the travel controls and ensure that the mower comes to a stop. Engage reverse travel and operate at maximum speed over level ground, release...
Page 34 - Every 50 Hours; Refer to; Lubrication; Check oil level on dipstick. This
1.34 1.34 MAINTENANCE Every 50 Hours Perform routine checks: Refer to DAILY BEFORE USE . Check power unit wheel nut torque: Wheel nut torque setting - 80 Nm (60lbs ft) Rotary attachment: Inspect the chain couplings between the cutter headgear boxes. Inspect sprock-et teeth and chains for signs or we...
Page 35 - erform routine checks:
1.35 1.35 MAINTENANCE Every 200 Hours P erform routine checks: Refer to DAILY BEFORE USE, EVERY 50 HOURS USE . Change transmission fluid: Hydrostatic Unit. IMPORTANT: PREVENT DAMAGE - Dirt and contamination are the enemies of any hydraulic system. Ensure that the work area and the com-ponents are th...
Page 38 - Power Unit General Maintenance; The forward and reverse stops re-; Neutral detent mechanism:; Should the mower
1.38 1.38 MAINTENANCE Power Unit General Maintenance continued Travel Speed: The forward and reverse stops re- strain the hydrostatic unit actuating lever from be-ing moved excessively and prevent internal compo-nents from being damaged. The setting dimensions shown should be used. These dimensions ...
Page 39 - Adjustment of engine lockout switches:; The; DAILY BEFORE USE; Verge Attachment; Carry out the following procedure before
1.39 1.39 MAINTENANCE Power Unit General Maintenance continued Adjustment of engine lockout switches: The micro switch must be positioned such that when the actuating levers (transmission neutral detent lever or cutter clutch idler arm) are in the neutral/disengaged position the switches must be ful...
Page 40 - GRINDING; It will be necessary to; CUTTERHEAD
1.40 1.40 MAINTENANCE Verge Attachment continued Finally tighten locknuts ‘B’ using 2 spanners to avoid inadvertent movement of adjuster nuts ‘C’ and tighten setscrews ‘A’. Recheck the cutting action as previously described to ensure that the setting has not moved. If it is impossible to obtain a go...
Page 41 - Cutterhead grinding; continued: When grinding; Cutterhead bottom blade replacement:; Remove; Rotary Attachment
1.41 1.41 MAINTENANCE Verge Attachment continued Cutterhead grinding continued: When grinding operations are necessary it is essential that both cylinder and bottom blade are ground at the same time. The only exception to this rule is when a new cylinder is fitted in which case it is only neces-sary...
Page 42 - To remove the cutterblades:; Cutterblades
1.42 1.42 MAINTENANCE Rotary Attachment continued PREVENT DAMAGE: A damaged cutterblade will cause the cutting mechanism to be out of balance and excessive vibration will occur which may lead to breakage. DO NOT use an unbalanced cutting mechanism. Replace the cutterblades every 2 years or sooner if...
Page 43 - PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE; Preparing the Mower for storage; Storage for long periods:; To ensure that the mower is; Do not
1.43 1.43 PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE Preparing the Mower for storage Storage for long periods: To ensure that the mower is maintained in good working order it is important that the following procedure is adopted when the mower is stored for periods in excess of one month. Refer to the maintenan...
Page 44 - GRASS CUTTING FAULTS; Undulating ground contours
1.44 1.44 GRASS CUTTING FAULTS FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Uneven cut Undulating ground contours Change direction of cut Cutterblades worn or damaged Sharpen or replace as necessary Cutterblades out of balance Replace as necessary Wheel damaged Inspect and replace as necessary Scalping Height of cut...
Page 45 - TROUBLE SHOOTING; FAULT
1.45 1.45 When using the following chart it may be found that overhaul of major components are necessary. In this case it is recommended that your authorised dealer make these repairs as they are properly equipped to do this work. WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - ALWAYS switch off the mower engine, turn...
Page 47 - ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
1.47 1.47 ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT DIAGRAM Black Black Stop Switch (Mounted on handlebar) Control Module Stop Switch Wire Red Red Engine Stop Switch Wire Engine Stop Switch (Mounted On Engine) Engine Stop Switch Wire Red Black On OFF Yellow Yellow Switch Link Wire Red Transmission Microswitc...
Page 48 - WARRANTY; will become invalid if non genuine Hayter parts are fitted
1.48 1.48 WARRANTY HAYTER LIMITED Warrants to the original user / purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in mate-rial and workmanship for a period of 12 calendar months from the date of delivery. This warranty excludes proprietary items which have the benefit of the supplying manufactur...
Page 49 - NOTES
Page 51 - CUSTOMER INFORMATION; Machine Details; Transaxle Serial No:
1.51 1.51 CUSTOMER INFORMATION Machine Details Engine Serial No: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydrostatic Unit Serial No: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transaxle Serial No: . . . . . . . . . . . ...
