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Hayter RT380H Operator's Manual

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RT380H Tractor
with Recycling/Side Discharge Deck
Code 135E
Serial No. 280000001
Manual Part No. 111-2091 Rev C

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  • Page 1 RT380H Tractor with Recycling/Side Discharge Deck Code 135E Serial No. 280000001 Manual Part No. 111-2091 Rev C...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. Whenever you need service, genuine parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready.

  • Page 3: Safety

    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 ...
  • Page 4 – stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards; – never mow across the face of the slope, unless the lawn mower is designed for this purpose. • Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment. – Use only approved drawbar hitch points.

  • Page 5: Maintenance And Storage

    • Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing. • Use only Hayter-approved attachments. The warranty may be voided if you use the tractor with unapproved attachments.

  • Page 6: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...

  • Page 7: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 92-5730 1. Choke 3. Continuous variable setting 2. Fast 4. Slow 93-6674 1. Crushing hazard, hand—read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
  • Page 8 93-6677 1. Warning—don’t operate the mower with the deflector up or removed; keep the deflector in place. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts. 93-6679 1. Engine 93-7009 1. Warning—don’t operate the mower with the deflector up or removed;...
  • Page 9 100-7449 1. Pull the lever out to push 3. Read the instructions the machine. before servicing or performing maintenance. 2. Push the lever in to ride on 4. Do not tow the machine. the machine. 107-4922 1. Warning—to avoid tipping the tractor, do not drive across slopes greater than 5 degrees, up slopes greater than 10 degrees, or down slopes greater than 15 degrees.

  • Page 10: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Front wheels Shim washers (as required) Flat washers Cotter pins Hub caps No parts required Steering wheel Spirol pin Seat Knobs Flat-washer Bulk electrolyte, 1.260 specific gravity (purchase separately) Bolt (1/4 x 3/4 inch) Wing nut...

  • Page 11: Figure

    Installing the Front Wheels Parts needed for this procedure: Front wheels Shim washers (as required) Flat washers Cotter pins Hub caps Procedure 1. Install the shim washers onto the axle. 2. Install the wheel onto the axle with the valve stem facing out.

  • Page 12: Installing The Seat

    Figure 5 1. Steering wheel 2. Spirol pin 3. Align the holes by inserting a punch or a long nail partially through the holes in the steering wheel and shaft. 4. Insert the spirol pin into the hole on the opposite side (Figure 5).

  • Page 13: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, a deadly poison that can severely burn you and others. • Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect your hands. •...

  • Page 14: Installing The Anti-Scalp Wheels

    Installing the Anti-Scalp Wheels Parts needed for this procedure: Anti-scalp wheels Wheel bolt Locknut Procedure Mount the anti-scalp wheels onto the wheel brackets with the wheel bolts and locknut (Figure 9). Figure 9 1. Wheel 3. Locknut 2. Wheel bracket 4.

  • Page 15: Checking The Hydro Neutral Position

    Figure 10 1. Operate position 2. Push position 3. Run the engine at a low idle and move the traction control pedal forward for 5 seconds, then reverse for 5 seconds. Repeat this step 3 times. 4. Place the drive control in the Operate position (Figure 10) and drive the tractor forward about 5 feet (1.5 m), then reverse for about 5 feet (1.5 m).

  • Page 16: Checking The Traction Control Pedal

    Checking the Traction Control Pedal No Parts Required Procedure If the tractor drives too fast or slow with the traction control pedal fully pressed in either direction, you can adjust it to set the optimum forward and reverse speeds, as follows: 1.

  • Page 17: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Petrol and Oil Use unleaded petrol suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). In certain conditions, petrol is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from petrol can burn you and others and can damage property.

  • Page 18: Using The Parking Brake

    • It cleans the engine while it runs. • It eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel system, which causes hard starting. Important: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol. Add the correct amount of fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the petrol. Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when it is mixed with fresh petrol.

  • Page 19: Operating The Blade Control (Pto)

    (PTO) The blade control (PTO) engages and disengages power to the electric clutch. Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO) 1. Press the clutch/brake pedal to stop the tractor. 2. Pull the blade control (PTO) to on (Figure 16). Figure 16 1.

  • Page 20: Stopping The Engine

    1. Shift the throttle lever to Fast (Figure 18). 2. Turn the ignition key to Off, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key before leaving the operating position. (Figure 19). Using the Safety Interlock System Service Interval: Before each use or daily If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the tractor could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury.

  • Page 21: Testing The Safety Interlock System

    Figure 21 1. Operating-in-reverse light 4. Shift the traction control switch into Reverse and complete your task. 5. Disengage the blade control (PTO) to activate the interlock. 6. Remove the reverse interlock key and put it in a safe place out of the reach of children. Testing the Safety Interlock System If safety interlock switches are disconnected...

  • Page 22: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Driving Forward or Backward The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in RPM (revolutions per minute). Shift the throttle control lever into the Fast position for best performance. To go forward or backward: 1. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake.

  • Page 23: Operating Tips

    2. Lift the grass deflector and slide the tabs on top of the discharge cover under the grass deflector retaining rod. 3. Rotate the discharge cover down over the opening, and onto the lower lip of the cutter deck (Figure 24). Figure 24 1.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...

  • Page 25: Lubrication

    Lubrication Greasing and Lubricating the Tractor Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Grease and lubricate the tractor. More often in dusty or dirty conditions. How to Grease the Tractor 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO). 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

  • Page 26: Changing The Oil Filter

    7. Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the metal end clean (Figure 28). Figure 28 1. Oil dipstick 2. Metal end 8. Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the fill hole. 9. Unscrew the dipstick again and look at the metal end.

  • Page 27: Servicing The Spark Plug

    2. Set the parking brake. 3. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key before leaving the operating position. 4. Open the hood. 5. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage. 6.

  • Page 28: Fuel System Maintenance

    Figure 32 1. Spark-plug wire 6. Clean around the spark plug to prevent dirt from falling into the engine and potentially causing damage. 7. Remove the spark plug and metal washer. Checking the Spark Plug 1. Look at the center of the spark plug (Figure 33). If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly.

  • Page 29: Removing The Battery

    Figure 34 1. Hose clamp 3. Fuel filter 2. Fuel line 6. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide it up the fuel line toward the fuel tank (Figure 34). 7. Pull the fuel line off of the fuel filter (Figure 34) and allow petrol to drain into a fuel container or a drain pan.

  • Page 30: Adding Water To The Battery

    Figure 35 1. Negative cable (black) 4. Battery box 2. Rubber cover 5. Bolt and wing nut 3. Positive cable (red) Incorrectly routing the battery cable could damage the tractor and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.

  • Page 31: Charging The Battery

    Important: Do not overfill the battery because electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and damage to the chassis. 5. Wait 5 to 10 minutes after filling the battery cells. Add distilled water, if necessary, until the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Figure 36) on the battery case.

  • Page 32: Drive System Maintenance

    Figure 39 1. Bulb holder 4. Slots 2. Reflector 5. Terminals 3. Tabs 4. Insert and rotate the bulb counterclockwise until it stops (approx. 1/4 turn), and remove the bulb from the bulb holder (Figure 40). Figure 40 1. Bulb 3.

  • Page 33: Cooling System Maintenance

    Figure 42 1. Fill plug 5. Remove the fill plug and check the fluid level. Note: The level should be a maximum of 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) below the top of the fill port (Figure 42). Add fluid if necessary. 6.

  • Page 34: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Servicing the Parking Brake Service Interval: Before each use or daily The parking brake is on the right side of the rear axle, inside the rear tyre (Figure 43). If the parking brake does not hold securely, adjust it. Figure 43 1.

  • Page 35: Inspecting The Blades

    Belt Maintenance Replacing the Blade Drive Belt Removing the Blade Drive Belt 1. Remove the cutter deck; refer to Removing the Cutter Deck. 2. Remove the pulley cover mounting screws and pulley covers from both blade pulleys (Figure 44). Figure 44 1.

  • Page 36: Removing The Cutter Deck

    3. Remove the bolt (5/8 inch wrench), curved washer, retainer, and blade (Figure 46). Use a block of wood as a wedge between the blade and the cutter deck to lock the blade when you are removing the bolt. Figure 46 1.
  • Page 37 Figure 50 1. Idler spring 3. Idler arm 2. Eye-bolt 4. Idler pulley 8. Remove the bolts and lock nuts and pull the two cutter deck pivot mount brackets down from the front axle (Figure 51). Figure 51 1. Pivot mount bracket 3.
  • Page 38 Installing the Cutter Deck Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. Contact with the rotating cutter deck blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death. •...

  • Page 39: Leveling The Cutter Deck From Side-To-Side

    Figure 57 1. Idler spring 3. Idler arm 2. Eye-bolt 4. Idler pulley 17. Move the height-of-cut lever into the D notch to make it easier to install the height-of-cut lift assist spring. 18. Hook the lift assist spring between the cutter deck right side lift bracket and the retaining bolt (Figure 58).

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Front-To-Rear Blade Slope

    9. Repeat 7 and 8 on the opposite side of the cutter deck. 10. Check the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope. Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Check the front-to-rear blade slope whenever you install the cutter deck. Before you check the slope, set the air pressure in the tyres to the recommended level;...

  • Page 41: Cleaning

    13. When the front-to-rear slope is correct, tighten the pivot plate mounting bolts (Figure 63). 14. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct, check the side-to-side level of the cutter deck; refer to Leveling the Cutter Deck from Side-to-Side. Cleaning Washing the Underside of the Cutter Deck Service Interval: Before each use or daily...

  • Page 42: Storage

    A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or to blade contact. Contact with the blade or thrown debris contact may cause injury or death. • Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately, before using the cutter deck again.
  • Page 43 10. Remove and inspect the spark plug; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug. With the spark plug removed from the engine, pour 2 tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the electric starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug, but do not connect the wire to the spark plug.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem The starter does not crank. The engine will not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running. The engine loses power. The engine overheats. There is an abnormal vibration. The blades do not rotate. Possible Cause 1. The blade control (PTO) is engaged. 2.
  • Page 45 Problem The tractor does not drive. The cutter deck is cutting unevenly. Possible Cause 1. The drive control is in the Push position. 2. The traction belt is worn, loose, or broken. 3. The traction belt is off of the pulley. 1.

  • Page 46: Schematics

    Schematics Wiring Diagram (Rev. A)
  • Page 47 Notes:...
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  • Page 49 1st Year (12 months) We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer Date: 2nd Year (24 months) We certify that this service has been carried out by an Authorised Hayter Service Dealer Date: 1st Year (12 months) Owner’s Name: Serial Number:...
  • Page 51 LIMITED WARRANTY 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 three years from the date of purchase. The manufacturer of major proprietry components ie. engines, gearbox / transaxle (where applicable) furnish their own warranty and services are provided through their authorised network.

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