HAWK
OWNER'S HANDBOOK
(English Version)
FROM SERIAL NO: 308N010630, 312N004207 HANDBOOK: 308055 (REV.4.)Issue 23.03.01
CODE
308N . 312N
(Push) (Auto Drive)
Page 1: ...HAWK OWNER S HANDBOOK English Version FROM SERIAL NO 308N010630 312N004207 HANDBOOK 308055 REV 4 Issue 23 03 01 CODE 308N 312N Push Auto Drive...
Page 2: ...GLAND 09 03 95 09 03 95 M A Wright Technical Director Signed EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Company Name HAYTER LIMITED Company Address Spellbrook Bishop s Stortford Herts CM23 4BU ENGLAND Machine Type...
Page 3: ...hout grass collection Heavy growth Transporting the mower Cutterbar operation Mowing and grass care tips MAINTENANCE Engine Grassbag Deck housing Securing nuts and bolts Lubrication Clutch cable adjus...
Page 4: ...essential elements of the intended use This machine should be operated serviced and repaired only be persons who are familiar with its particular characteristics and who are acquainted with the releva...
Page 5: ...plicable Only machines fitted with a genuine Hayter friction disc which are used in accordance with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures are covered This warranty does not apply to any...
Page 6: ...or pets are nearby Keep in mind that the user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property Preparation While mowing always wear substantial footwear and long tr...
Page 7: ...e Operation Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Avoid using the mower on wet grass where feasi...
Page 8: ...blockages or unclogging the discharge chute Before cleaning checking or working on the mower After striking a foreign object Inspect the mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operati...
Page 9: ...ep the engine silencer and petrol storage area free of grass leaves or excessive grease Check the grassbag frequently for wear or deterioration Replace worn or damaged parts for safety If the fuel tan...
Page 10: ...width Cutting height Overall dimensions Dry Weight CODE 312N Auto Drive CODE 308N Push MODELS Briggs Stratton Sprint 375 098902 2093 E1 098982 2194 E1 3000 rpm Unleaded petrol 1 0 litres 1 8 UK pints...
Page 11: ...precautions 1 Handlebar 2 Ground Drive Clutch Lever 312N Only 3 Grassbag Assembly 4 Rear Deflector 5 Serial Number Decal 6 Oil Filler Cap and Dipstick 7 Height of Cut Adjuster 8 Spark Plug Lead 9 Prim...
Page 12: ...o its operating position Tighten the two knobs to secure the handlebar Ensure that both knobs are assembled to the outside of the handlebars CAUTION PREVENT DAMAGE When unfolding the handlebar take ca...
Page 13: ...se high quality detergent oil classified for service SE SF SG and SAE 30 oil Screw the oil filler dipstick back in place then unscrew and remove it to check the oil level The oil level is correct when...
Page 14: ...e stop cable moves freely before starting the engine ALWAYS position the mower on a level stone free grass surface before starting the engine The engine will be difficult to start if the cutterbar is...
Page 15: ...In normal use push on the primer bulb 3 times at 2 second inter vals to provide the extra fuel required to start a cold engine Operation of the primer bulb is usually unnecessary when start ing a warm...
Page 16: ...e stop lever fails disconnect the spark plug lead to stop the engine SAFETY NOTICE OPERATING THE MOWER WARNING PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead bef...
Page 17: ...he handle and raise or lower the mower using the handle to achieve the desired cut height Release the trigger to secure the mower at the required position There are seven height of cut positions The s...
Page 18: ...with both hands to move the mower forwards Auto Drive model only Hold the handlebar and operate the clutch lever to achieve forward travel Release the clutch lever to stop forward travel When the clu...
Page 19: ...the rear deflector and lift the grassbag away from the mower Finally lower the rear deflector to rest against the rear of the mower Grassbag emptying To empty the grassbag pour out the grass clipping...
Page 20: ...ppings to dry out and then mow the area at the maximum height of cut setting with the grassbag fitted Reduce the height of cut and mow the area again as necessary until the required fin ish is obtaine...
Page 21: ...ing mechanism ALWAYS replace a damaged cutterbar refer The cutterbar is driven by the engine via a friction device to help prevent damage occurring to the cutting mechanism when a hid den obstruction...
Page 22: ...onditions are dry and hot and the grass is weed free leave the clippings on the lawn to help maintain ground moisture Mow lawns twice a week when the grass is growing vigorously in the summer Mow lawn...
Page 23: ...the engine is kept uppermost Remove the oil filler dipstick to drain the oil Engine handbook For details of engine maintenance refer to the engine operating and maintenance instructions handbook sup...
Page 24: ...ith the clutch lever positioned 32 38mm 1 1 4 1 1 2 from the handlebar Unscrew the locknut and screw the adjuster as necessary if there is insufficient thread adjustment the bracket position should be...
Page 25: ...Regularly check that the bolt securing the cutterbar is tightened to the specified torque of 54Nm 40 lbs ft Replace the cutterbar every 2 years or sooner if excessively worn or damaged How to remove t...
Page 26: ...or signs of damage DO NOT use a damaged or excessively worn cutterbar Sharpen both cutting edges with a flat file to restore the original cutting edge Ensure that the cutterbar is balanced Use a screw...
Page 27: ...ine handbook as necessary Drain fuel from the engine by operating the engine until it stops Disconnect the spark plug lead Change the engine oil Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oi...
Page 28: ...ad Clean and adjust gap or replace Replace air cleaner element Drain fuel tank and fill with cor rect fuel Tighten bolts Tighten bolt Balance cutterbar Engine under load Fuel starvation Incorrect cont...
Page 29: ...ss Empty grassbag FAULT FINDING Continued REMEDY PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT Undulating ground contours Cutterbar worn Cutterbar out of balance Wheels Roller damaged Grass is wet Height of cut too low Gras...
Page 30: ...10 x 1 2 Self Tap Screw Decal Hawk 3 8 Plain Washer Axle Spacers 3 8 UNF Nylon Ins T TypeNut Axle Bush Axle Support Compensating Pulley Compensating Plate Grip Fix Grip Fix ITEM NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1...
Page 31: ...ot pin 11mm Nylon Washer 6mm x 20 Screw Drive Fastener Clutch Cable Bracket Clutch Cable M4 x 35 Setscrew M4 x 9 x 0 8 Washer M4 Nylon Ins T Type Nut Ferrule Cable Tie Rope Guide Tube Plug M8 x 45 Sad...
Page 32: ...ing R H Deflector Rod Deflector Spring L H Grassbag Grassbag Frame Rope Guide M5 x 35mm Screw M8 x 16 Soc Hd Screw Cable Engine Brake Grassbag Complete Assembly Sealing Strip M8 x 40 Coachbolt PART NO...
Page 33: ...1 33 1 33 308055LC071195B 308N 312N MAINFRAME DIAGRAM 2 4 2 4...
Page 34: ...308N 312N UPPER MAINFRAME DIAGRAM 2 5 2 5 55 59 58 60 62 58 63 59 56 61 19 21 69 68 70 71 73 74 75 57 70 72 75 74 73 71 76 77 79 78 8 88 78 67 83 82 80 81 90 90 72 68 2D312N02C 66 HARRI ER 41 84 67 6...
Page 35: ...308055LC071195B NOTES 2 6 2 6...
Page 36: ...1 36 1 36 308055LC071195B 1 36 1 36 CUSTOMER INFORMATION 2 7 2 7 Machine Serial No Engine Serial No...
