Hayter Mowers RT380H - Manual (Page 18)

• 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. To minimize the
chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use a fuel
stabilizer/conditioner at all times.
Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the cap.
4. Add unleaded petrol to the fuel tank until the
level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. Do not fill the fuel tank
completely full.
Note: The space in the tank allows petrol to
expand.
5. Install the fuel tank cap securely.
6. Wipe up any petrol that spills.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Before you start the engine and use the tractor, check
the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking
the Engine Oil Level, in Maintenance.
Using the Parking Brake
Always set the parking brake whenever you stop the
tractor or leave it unattended.
Setting the Parking Brake
1. Push the brake pedal (Figure 14) down and hold it.
Figure 14
1. Brake pedal 2. Parking brake lever
2. Lift the parking brake lever (Figure 14) up and
gradually take your foot off of the brake pedal.
Note: The brake pedal should stay in the depressed
(locked) position.
Releasing the Parking Brake
1. Push down on the brake pedal (Figure 14).
Note: The parking brake lever should release.
2. Gradually release the brake pedal.
Positioning the Seat
The seat can move forward and backward. Position
the seat where you have the best control of the tractor
and are most comfortable.
1. Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knobs
(Figure 15).
Figure 15
1. Adjustment knobs
2. Move the seat to the desired position and tighten
the knobs.
Operating the Headlights
A dash-mounted On/Off switch (Figure 13) controls
the headlights. The lights only shine while the engine is
running and the switch is On.
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