Hayter Mowers 455E manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

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Troubleshooting

Problem

 

Possible Cause

 

Corrective Action

 

 

 

 

 

Engine does not start

1.

The fuel tank is empty or the fuel

1.

Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh

 

 

system contains stale fuel.

 

petrol. If the problem persists, contact

 

 

 

 

an Authorized Service Dealer.

 

2.

The throttle lever is not in the Choke

2.

Move the throttle lever to the Choke

 

 

position.

 

position.

 

3.

The wire is not connected to the spark

3.

Connect the wire to the spark plug.

 

 

plug.

 

 

 

4.

The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the

4.

Check the spark plug and adjust the

 

 

gap is incorrect.

 

gap if necessary. Replace the spark

 

 

 

 

plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine starts hard or loses power

1.

The fuel tank contains stale fuel.

1.

Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh

 

 

 

 

petrol.

 

2.

The fuel cap vent hole is plugged.

2.

Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace

 

 

 

 

the fuel cap.

 

3.

The air filter element is dirty and is

3.

Clean the air filter pre-cleaner and/or

 

 

restricting the air flow.

 

replace the paper air filter.

 

4.

The underside of the mower housing

4.

Clean under the mower housing.

 

 

contains clippings and debris.

 

 

 

5.

The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the

5.

Check the spark plug and adjust the

 

 

gap is incorrect.

 

gap if necessary. Replace the spark

 

 

 

 

plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.

 

6.

The engine oil level is low or the oil is

6.

Check the engine oil. Change the oil if

 

 

dirty.

 

it is dirty or add oil if it is low

 

 

 

 

 

Engine runs rough

1.

The wire is not connected to the spark

1.

Connect the wire to the spark plug.

 

 

plug.

 

 

 

2.

The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the

2.

Check the spark plug and adjust the

 

 

gap is incorrect.

 

gap if necessary. Replace the spark

 

 

 

 

plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.

 

3.

The throttle lever is not in the Fast

3.

Move the throttle lever to the Fast

 

 

position.

 

position.

 

4.

The air filter element is dirty and is

4.

Clean the air filter pre-cleaner and/or

 

 

restricting the air flow.

 

replace the paper air filter.

 

 

 

 

 

Lawn mower or engine vibrates

1.

The blade is bent or is out of balance.

1.

Balance the blade. If the blade is bent,

excessively

 

 

 

replace it.

 

2.

The blade mounting nuts are loose.

2.

Tighten the blade mounting nuts.

 

3.

The underside of the mower housing

3.

Clean under the mower housing.

 

 

contains clippings and debris.

 

 

 

4.

The engine mounting bolts are loose.

4.

Tighten the engine mounting bolts.

 

 

 

 

 

Uneven cutting pattern

1.

All 4 wheels are not at the same height.

1.

Place all 4 wheels at the same height.

 

2.

The blade is dull.

2.

Sharpen and balance the blade.

 

3.

You are mowing in the same pattern

3.

Change the mowing pattern.

 

 

repeatedly.

 

 

 

4.

The underside of the mower housing

4.

Clean under the mower housing.

 

 

contains clippings and debris.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mower does not self-propel

1.

The self-propel drive cable is out of

1.

Adjust the self-propel drive cable.

 

 

adjustment or is damaged.

 

Replace the cable if necessary.

 

2.

There is debris under the belt cover.

2.

Clean the debris from under the belt

 

 

 

 

cover.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents 21in Heavy-Duty Walk-Behind Rotary Mower Introduction ContentsGeneral Lawn Mower Safety SafetyTraining PetrolPreparation Maintenance and StorageStarting OperationVibration, Hand/arm Sound PowerSound Pressure 110-2115 Safety and Instructional DecalsInstalling the Handle SetupParts needed for this procedure ProcedureFilling the Crankcase with Oil Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel LineNo Parts Required Procedure Throttle settings are shown in Figure SpecificationsProduct Overview ControlsChecking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval Before each use or dailyOperation Remove the cap from the tank Clean around the fuel tank cap FigureFilling the Fuel Tank Operating the Blade Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Engaging the BladeChecking the Blade Brake Clutch Adjusting the Cutting HeightOperating the Traction Drive Installing the Grass Bag Using the Grass BagRemoving the Grass Bag Lower the rear doorMowing with the Grass Bag Operating TipsGeneral Tips Cutting GrassPage Recommended Maintenance Schedules MaintenanceLubrication Lubricating the Pivot ArmsServicing the Air Filter Engine MaintenanceLubricating the Gear Case Changing the Oil Filter Changing the Engine OilServicing the Spark Plug Install the new filter and hand tighten it 2/3 turn onlyDrive System Maintenance Fuel System MaintenanceEmptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter Adjusting the Self-propel DriveRemoving the Wheels Servicing the WheelsAssembling the Wheels Remove the screws from the lower anchor bracket FigureAdjusting the Blade Brake Cable Controls System MaintenanceSpring Cable clamp screw Brake cable conduit Maintaining the Cutting Blade Blade MaintenanceRemoving the Blade Inspecting the BladeCleaning under the Mower Housing CleaningTip the mower on its right side Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch ShieldPreparing the Fuel System StoragePreparing the Engine General InformationProblem Possible Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingPage Limited Warranty Date of Sale Your Local Dealer

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