Hayter Mowers R53S and R53A Recycling Mower 111-2842 Rev B User Manual
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Contents
Introduction................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 3
General Lawn Mower Safety ................................. 3
Sound Pressure..................................................... 5
Sound Power ........................................................ 5
Vibration, Hand/arm ........................................... 5
Safety and Instructional Decals ............................. 5
Setup............................................................................ 7
Unfolding the Handle........................................... 7
Filling the Engine with Oil .................................... 7
Installing the Fuse ................................................ 7
Charging the Battery............................................. 8
Install the Mulch Plug or Grass Bag....................... 9
Filling the Fuel Tank........................................... 10
Checking the Engine Oil Level............................ 11
Adjusting the Cutting Height .............................. 11
Adjusting the Upper Handle Height .................... 11
Starting the Engine ............................................. 12
Traveling Forward .............................................. 13
Stopping the Engine ........................................... 13
Mulching the Clippings....................................... 13
Collecting Grass ................................................. 14
Side-discharge .................................................... 15
Operating Tips ................................................... 16
Maintenance............................................................... 17
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ................ 17
Premaintenance Procedures.................................... 17
Preparing for Maintenance ................................. 17
Lubrication............................................................. 18
Lubricating the Wheel Gears............................... 18
Lubricating the Upper Handle ............................ 18
Engine Maintenance............................................... 19
Replacing the Air Filter ....................................... 19
Changing the Engine Oil .................................... 19
Electrical System Maintenance................................ 20
Charging the Battery........................................... 20
Replacing the Fuse.............................................. 20
Drive System Maintenance ..................................... 21
Adjusting the Auto-drive .................................... 21
Blade Maintenance ................................................. 22
Replacing the Cutterblade ................................... 22
Cleaning ................................................................. 23
Cleaning the Mower............................................ 23
Storage ....................................................................... 23
Preparing the Mower for Storage ........................ 23
Folding the Handle ............................................. 24
Removing the Mower from Storage..................... 24
Safety
Improperly using or maintaining this mower can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.
This mower was designed and tested for reasonably safe
service; however, failure to comply with the following
instructions may result in personal injury.
To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential
that you and any other operator of the mower read
and understand the contents of this manual before
the engine is ever started. Pay particular attention
to the safety alert symbol (Figure 1) which means
Caution, Warning, or Danger—“personal safety
instruction.” Read and understand the instruction
because it has to do with safety. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in personal injury.
General Lawn Mower Safety
The following instructions have been adapted from the
ISO 5395.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
Training
•
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
•
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
•
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
•
Understand explanations for all pictograms used on
the mower or in the instructions.
Petrol
WARNING-Petrol is highly flammable. Take the
following precautions.
•
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
•
Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refueling.
•
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the
engine is running or when the engine is hot.
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