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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.

soaked or blocked.

Engine runs then stops

Fuel starvation.

Fill fuel tank.

Fuel cap vent blocked.

Clean fuel cap vent.

Fuel tap closed.

Open fuel tap (if fitted).

Engine will not start

Engine under load.

Raise height of cut.

Fuel starvation.

Fill fuel tank.

Engine cold.

Set throttle to ‘choke’ position.

Incorrect/contaminated fuel.

Drain fuel tank and fill with
correct fuel.

Spark plug lead disconnected.

Connect spark plug lead.

Throttle setting incorrect.

Set throttle to ‘start’ position.

Faulty spark plug.

Clean and adjust gap or replace.

Engine runs rough

Spark plug lead becoming

Connect spark plug lead.

disconnected in use.

Faulty spark plug.

Clean and adjust gap or replace.

Air cleaner blocked.

Service air cleaner.

Incorrect/contaminated fuel.

Drain tank and fill with correct fuel.

SHOOTING

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Summary of Contents for 446 Hovertrim

Page 1: ...ISSUE 23 07 08 CODE FROM SERIAL NO 180E 280010000 181E 280010000 182E 280010000 Hover Mowers Hovertrim OWNER S HANDBOOK MODELS 446 Hovertrim 450 Professional 453 Professional Manufactured by Hayter Limited 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 27 pm Page 1 1 ...

Page 2: ...111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 27 pm Page 1 2 ...

Page 3: ... capacity 0 9 litres 1 1 litres 1 1 litres Engine Oil type SAE 10W 30 SAE 10W 30 SAE 10W 30 Oil sump capacity 55 litres 55 litres 55 litres Cutting width 46 cm 18 51cm 20 53cm 21 Dry Weight 17 6kg 19kg 19kg 1 Spark Plug Lead 2 Exhaust Guard 3 Engine Cover 4 Serial No Label 5 Engine Start Grip 6 Handlebar Securing Knob 7 Throttle Control 8 Engine Stop Lever 9 Handlebar 10 Fuel Cap 11 Oil Dipstick 1...

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Page 5: ...es and Banks 1 15 Stopping 1 16 Adjusting the Cutting Height 1 16 Before Mowing 1 17 1 21 Machine Maintenance 1 17 Engine 1 17 Carburettor Adjustments 1 17 Air Cleaner Service 1 18 Spark Plug Service 1 18 Keeping Engine Clean 1 19 Deck Housing 1 19 Securing Nuts and Bolts 1 19 Oil Service 1 20 Cutterbar Removal 1 20 1 21 Cutterbar Sharpening 1 21 Flexiblade Replacement 1 5 1 21 Storage 1 22 1 23 T...

Page 6: ...tute essential elements of the intended use This machine should be operated serviced and repaired only by persons who are familiar with its particular characteristics and who are acquainted with the relevant safety procedures The safety precautions listed in this handbook and all other generally recognised regulations on safety must be observed at all times Any arbitrary modifications carried out ...

Page 7: ...y to any unit that has been tampered with altered misused abused or used for hire and will become invalid if non genuine parts are fitted This warranty does not cover for minor mechanical adjustments unless they are due to defective material or workmanship Consult the Ownerʼs Handbook or an Authorised Service Dealer for assistance when making these adjustments To make a warranty claim return the u...

Page 8: ... injuries occuring to themselves other people or property Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equip ment Local regulations may strict the age of the operator While using the machine always wear substantial footwear and long trousers Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing san dals Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be used and remove all obj...

Page 9: ...fined space where exhaust fumes carbon monoxide can collect Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling Always pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt Then pull the cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury Operate only in daylight or good artificial light Avoid using the machine on wet grass where feasible Always be sure of your footing on slopes Walk ...

Page 10: ...ective guards or without safety devices in place Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating condition Frequently check fuel lines and fittings for cracks or leaks and replace if necessary Never check for a spark when the spark plug is removed Use approved tester Inspect the exhaust periodically and replace if worn or leaking Never crank the engine with t...

Page 11: ...r of severing toes or fingers in cutting mechanism Carefully read the Owners Handbook before using the machine Danger of being hit by thrown objects Stop engine and remove spark plug lead before working on the mower Keep bystanders at a safe distance from the mower Engine Stop STOP Information Symbols Hearing and eye protection should be worn Code 180 only Never fit metal cutting parts Code 180 on...

Page 12: ...wheel x 2 Items 9 13 Not Illustrated Fit the lower handle first and position the white bushes 2 as shown on both sides Place the lower handle between bushes with the kick stop assembley on the right hand side Attach the lower handle using the fix ings supplied Assemble the upper handle align holes and fit U bolts washer and hand wheel Attach throttle assembly to the outside of the handlebar as sho...

Page 13: ...e mower on a level surface unscrew and remove the oil filler dipstick Wipe oil from it with a clean cloth Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw it in then remove to check the oil level The oil level is correct when it is at the full mark on the dipstick DO NOT OVERFILL Always use clean fresh unleaded petrol Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days Never m...

Page 14: ...ine making it easier to start Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance then pull briskly Return the starter grip gently The engine stop lever must be held firmly against the handlebar to start and keep the engine running If the engine stop lever is released the engine will stop Allow the engine to warm up and move the throttle lever to the run position after starting a cold engine T...

Page 15: ...de while slowly and carefully moving down the slope Caution Try to keep the machine moving to reduce excessive loading on the engine Release the engine stop lever Emergency stop Release the engine stop lever If the engine fails to stop disconnect the spark plug lead Cutting Grass STOP CS146 Stopping THE Cutting Grass on Slopes and Banks MACHINE 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 27 pm Page 1 15 ...

Page 16: ...46 Hovertrim One spacer is required above the disc at all times NOTE The large spacer must be positioned directly below the impeller at all times TIGHTEN THE BLADE RETAINING BOLT USE ONLY THE SPAN NER PROVIDED To prevent accidents thoroughly inspect the area and remove all objects which when contacted by the mower cutterbar could become dangerous projectiles Inspect the area for hidden obstruction...

Page 17: ...mity To service the air cleaner remove the air cleaner cover 1 by releasing two top catches 2 and tilting away from body until lower tabs release Remove cartridge 3 and clean by tapping gen tly on a flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace Do not brush Do not use petroleum solvents Do not oil the cartridge After servicing install the cartridge in the cover Insert the tabs on the bottom of the...

Page 18: ...t guard the air ways in the top cowl and the surround ing deck areas on a daily basis after use Never spray the engine with water during cleaning Water can contaminate the fuel Always clean with a brush or compressed air Grass and debris may clog the engine s air cooling system especially after prolonged operation while cutting tall dry grass The internal cool ing fins and surfaces may require cle...

Page 19: ...ctions Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and thereafter according to the Maintenance Schedule 1 Drain fuel by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty 2 Remove the spark plug lead 3 Allow the engine to cool 4 Drain the oil while the engine is warm Not hot 5 Tip the machine over on to its side ensuring that the air clean er is uppermost 6 Remove the oil filler dipsti...

Page 20: ...he cutter bar is not bent or cracked A damaged cutterbar that is out of balance will vibrate excessively and may break DO NOT use an unbalanced cutterbar Regularly check that the bolt securing the cutterbar is tightened Replace the cutterbar every 2 years of sooner if excessively worn or damaged A slightly worn cutterblade may be re sharpened Both blade edges must be sharpened equally to ensure ba...

Page 21: ...dure is adopt ed Refer to the engine handbook as necessary Drain fuel from the engine by operating the engine until it stops See Engine Manual Disconnect the spark plug lead Change the engine oil Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oil into the engine cylinder and replace the spark plug Do not exceed the stated volume of oil as engine damage may occur on re starting Do not replace...

Page 22: ...ine will not start Engine under load Raise height of cut Fuel starvation Fill fuel tank Engine cold Set throttle to choke position Incorrect contaminated fuel Drain fuel tank and fill with correct fuel Spark plug lead disconnected Connect spark plug lead Throttle setting incorrect Set throttle to start position Faulty spark plug Clean and adjust gap or replace Engine runs rough Spark plug lead bec...

Page 23: ...lance Balance cutterbar Bent crankshaft Consult your dealer Damaged impeller or blade Consult your dealer Uneven cut Cutterbar out of balance Balance the cutterbar Engine running slow Consult your dealer Impeller air vents blocked Check and unblock Poor hovering Underdeck not clean Clean Blade loose Tighten blade SHOOTING 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 28 pm Page 1 23 ...

Page 24: ... 1 1 14 Screw H292279 2 2 2 15 Upstop Bracket H292269 1 1 1 16 Deck 446 H290270 1 0 0 17 Deck 450 453 H290271 0 1 1 18 Kit Engine Bolts H290004 1 1 1 19 Key Woodruff D16 X 4 H292329 1 1 1 20 Drive Hub H290011 1 1 1 21 Impeller Mk II H192268 1 1 1 22 Spanner Petrol H190210 1 1 1 Not Shown 23 Decal Warning 111 0083 0 1 1 Not Shown 24 Decal 446 Hovertrim Logo H295125 1 0 0 Not Shown 25 Decal 450 Prof...

Page 25: ...1 25 1 2 3 5 13 15 16 17 18 19 21 4 4 6 7 7 9 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 14 20 HAY G00001 C 27 8 31 MAINFRAME PARTS LIST 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 28 pm Page 1 25 ...

Page 26: ...e 1 Spacer H192270 1 1 1 2 Spacer Disc H192025 2 3 3 3 Blade Ret Spigot Steel H192272 1 1 1 4 Blade Head Bolt H292018 1 1 1 5 Safeway Disc H292401 1 0 0 6 Flexiblade 143mtr H292384 1 0 0 7 Flexiblade 27mtr H292385 1 0 0 8 Blade 20 H292351 0 1 0 9 Blade 21 H192299 0 0 1 OPTIONS PARTS LIST KIT OPTIONS 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 28 pm Page 1 26 ...

Page 27: ...r H192270 1 1 N A 2 Spacer Disc H192025 3 3 N A 3 Bottom Plate H292340 1 0 N A 3 Bottom Plate H292341 0 1 N A 4 Swinging Blade Pack 3 H292318 1 1 N A 5 Swinging Blade Pack 60 H292318 60 1 1 N A 6 Blade Retaining Kit Pack 3 H290276 1 1 N A 7 Blade Ret Spigot Steel H192272 1 1 N A 8 Blade Head Bolt H292018 1 1 N A Kit Swinging Blade Continued 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 28 pm Page 1 27 ...

Page 28: ... 4 4 4 4 446 450 453 Item No Description Part No Qty Qty Qty Item Note 1 Undercarriage H192284 1 1 1 2 Kit Axle Securing Bolts H190235 1 1 1 3 Wheel H292033 2 2 2 4 Kit Axle Spacers H290032 1 1 1 5 Axle H192286 1 1 1 6 Spacer Under Carriage H192281 2 2 2 7 Hook Petrol Hover H192282 2 2 2 8 Handlebar Deck Fix Kit H290097 2 2 2 KIT OPTIONS PARTS LIST Kit Undercarriage Transport Wheel Kit Extension H...

Page 29: ...s ear Declaration done and technical documentation kept at HAYTER LIMITED Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND 98 dB A 85 dB A Date 02 03 2007 Authorised Signatory Mr S A Maryniak Vibration Information The vibration level at the operator contact positions measured in accordance with European Standard EN 836 CODE 180E 5 59 ms 2 Operators Daily Personal Noise Exposure HAYTER LIMITED ...

Page 30: ...ower level Guaranteed sound power level 97 dB A 98 dB A 97 dB A 98 dB A Complies with harmonized standards EN 836 and EN ISO 14982 Signed S A Maryniak Technical Director Date 02 03 2007 Declaration done and technical documentation kept at HAYTER LIMITED Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND Vibration Information The vibration level at the operator contact positions measured in accor...

Page 31: ...NOTES 1 31 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 28 pm Page 1 31 ...

Page 32: ...NOTES 1 32 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 28 pm Page 1 32 ...

Page 33: ...1 33 CUSTOMER Serial No Engine Type GCV135 Engine Honda Engine Type GCV160 Engine Honda Date of Sale Your Local Dealer Notes INFORMATION 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 28 pm Page 1 33 ...

Page 34: ...ayter Limited Hayter Limited Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Herts CM23 4BU England Tel 44 0 1279 723444 Fax 44 0 1279 600338 e mail sales hayter co uk www hayter co uk YOUR DEALER IS 111 2596 A 23 7 08 3 28 pm Page 1 34 ...

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