TROUBLE SHOOTING / WARRANTY
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PROBLEM CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
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 Check oil level
Air cleaner cartridge oil soaked or
blocked Service air cleaner
Engine runs then stops Fuel starvation Fill fuel tank
Fuel cap vent blocked Clean fuel cap vent
Engine will not start Engine under load Raise knife blade height
Incorrect / contaminated fuel Drain tank and fill with correct
fuel
Spark plug lead disconnected Connect spark plug lead
Engine brake not released Operate engine brake lever
Faulty spark plug Clean and adjust the gap or
replace
Wiring fault Check wiring
Engine runs rough Spark plug lead becoming
disconnected in use Connect spark plug lead
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
Discharge chute blocks Cut height too low Raise knife blade height
Collector bag full Empty collector bag
No airflow through the collector
bag Clean the collector bag
Scarifier is hard to push Cut height too low Raise knife blade height
Wheels damaged Inspect and replace as necessary
1 Year Limited Warranty - Home Owner
90 Day Warranty Commercial Use
Hayter Limited warrants to the original user/purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of
purchase. The manufacturers of the engine furnish their own warranty and services are provided
through their authorised network (Refer to “Engine Warranty Statement”). To qualify for the full
benefit of the warranty, the Warranty Registration must be completed online within 14 days of
purchase by your dealer. If the selling dealer has not completed the Warranty Registration please
complete online. Subject to the conditions and exclusions noted in this limited warranty, we shall
at our option, repair or replace any part covered by the warranty during the applicable period. If
you are in doubt or experience any difficulty, please consult a Hayter Authorised Service Dealer
for clarification.
This warranty does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with, altered, misused, abused or
used for hire, and will become invalid if non genuine Hayter parts are fitted. This warranty does not
cover for minor mechanical adjustments unless they are due to defective material or workmanship.
Consult the Owner’s Handbook or a HayterAuthorised Service Dealer for assistance when making
these adjustments.
Commercial Use
Machines used commercially are excluded from the above warranty. Awarranty period of 90 days
applies.
Making a Claim
To make a warranty claim, return the unit to a Hayter Authorised Service Dealer along with proof
of purchase stating the machine serial number and date of purchase. Subject to the conditions and
exclusions in this limited warranty, the Authorised Service Dealer will, at our option, repair or
replace any warranted part within the duration of the warranty period.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and is in addition to any statutory rights to
which you may be entitled and your statutory rights are not affected by this warranty. If you need
additional information concerning this written warranty, or assistance in obtaining services, please
write to: HAYTER LIMITED, Service Department, Spellbrook, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire
CM23 4BU
UK ONLY: Details of your local Hayter Authorised Dealer can be found on the Hayter website
www.hayter.co.uk or contact: Freephone 0800 616298.