Hayter RT380H, Operator'S Manual

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Fuel System Maintenance ....................................... 28
Draining the Fuel Tank ....................................... 28
Replacing the Fuel Filter ..................................... 29
Electrical System Maintenance................................ 29
Servicing the Battery........................................... 29
Servicing the Fuse .............................................. 31
Servicing the Headlights ..................................... 31
Drive System Maintenance ..................................... 32
Checking the Tyre Pressure................................. 32
Servicing the Transaxle Fluid .............................. 32
Cooling System Maintenance .................................. 33
Cleaning the Cooling System............................... 33
Brake Maintenance ................................................. 34
Servicing the Parking Brake ................................ 34
Belt Maintenance.................................................... 35
Replacing the Blade Drive Belt ............................ 35
Cutter Deck Maintenance ....................................... 35
Servicing the Blades............................................ 35
Leveling the Cutter Deck from
Side-to-Side.................................................... 39
Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope ............. 40
Cleaning ................................................................. 41
Washing the Underside of the Cutter
Deck .............................................................. 41
Storage ....................................................................... 42
Troubleshooting......................................................... 44
Schematics ................................................................. 46
Safety
Safe Operation Practices for
Ride-on (Riding) Rotary Lawn
Mowers
Read and understand the contents of this manual before
operating the tractor.
The following instructions are from the CEN standard
EN 836:1997.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet
and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid 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 lawnmower. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator.
• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
• Do not carry passengers.
• All drivers should seek and obtain professional
and practical instruction. Such instruction should
emphasize:
– the need for care and concentration when
working with ride-on machines;
– control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope
will not be regained by the application of the
brake. The main reasons for loss of control are:
◊ insufficient wheel grip;
◊ being driven too fast;
◊ inadequate braking;
◊ the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;
◊ lack of awareness of the effect of ground
conditions, especially slopes;
◊ incorrect hitching and load distribution.
Preparation
• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
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