LAWN STAR LSB 3320, Operating Instructions Manual

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Thank you for purchasing the Lawn Star Pro-Series petrol Brushcutter / Trimmer which is one of the
finest and most advanced products today’s technology can produce. Before you begin using it, please
read this manual carefully and familiarise yourself with the control and the proper use of this product
to ensure you get the best possible performance from it.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Inspect your brushcutter / trimmer and all its parts before each operation. If any part is damaged or
worn, repair or replace before operation. Use only genuine Lawn Star (Pty) Ltd. replacement parts
when servicing or repairing the unit. These parts are available from your supplying dealer or service
agent. Have the brush cutter / trimmer repaired only by an authorised repairer. Use only genuine Lawn
Star replacement nylon cutting line 2.40 mm (Part No. 80-24000), never metal. Use only genuine
Lawn Star replacement blade discs and never fit blades larger than 260 mm diameter.
WARNING: Petrol and its vapours are highly flammable. Always stop the engine before refuelling.
Do not smoke or light any flames while refuelling. Wipe off any fuel that may have spilled. Start the
engine away from the place where it was refuelled. Ensure the tank cap is tightened properly. Return
the brushcutter / trimmer to its normal operating position before starting.
CAUTION: Exhaust fumes are toxic and asphyxiating. Inhalation may be lethal. Do not start the
engine in closed or poorly ventilated environments.
It is essential that the operator wears safety goggles, face shield, gloves, ear muffs, shoulder
harness, protective clothing and sturdy, non-slip footwear with toe-protector.
Do not use your brushcutter / trimmer for any jobs other than to cut brush, grass and weeds. Do not use
unless adequately guarded. Do not force your brushcutter / trimmer. If the engine labours, pull away
from brush / grass.
Do not operate brushcutter / trimmer without a line-trimming blade as over-extended line is dangerous
and will damage engine and invalidate warranty.
Use care in picking up or holding the unit. Always hold the brush cutter / trimmer with both hands. Do
not grasp the line-trimming blade located at the edge of the underneath side of safety guard.
Inspect the area to be cut and remove all debris that could be entangled in the cutting head. Also
remove any object that the unit may sling during cutting.
Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use the unit in poor light or in damp or wet locations. Do not
use in the rain. Do not use on steep slopes, especially if damp. Work across slope faces, not up and
down. Do not over-reach. Ensure good footing and balance is maintained.
Do not operate brushcutter / trimmer when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
Keep hands and feet clear of the rotating cutting head / blade while unit is in use. Cutting elements
continue to rotate for a few seconds after switch-off.
Do not allow children under 16, nor anyone who is not familiar with these instructions to use the
brushcutter / trimmer. Children, pets and onlookers should be kept at least 15 meters away from the
work area, unless shielded by an effective solid barrier.
Before storage allow the engine to cool. Store the unit indoors in a dry, ventilated and locked place, out
of reach of children.
PREPARATIONS FOR USE
Insert “Bull Horn Handles” into the bracket provided (Fig.1). Align the handles and tighten the 4 alum
bolts to lock handles into position. Fit the safety guard (Fig.23b) by tightening the 4 securing screws
provided with the guard. Fit tap-to feed cutting head or disc see section on fitting and changing cutting
heads
FUELLING
This product is equipped with a 2-stroke engine which requires 2-stroke lubricating oil to be pre-mixed
with petrol. Use only genuine Lawn Star 2-stroke engine oil (Part No. 90-20000) and use lead-free
petrol (Octane 95). Mix both thoroughly (as per fuel-mix ratio) in a separate container. Always prepare
the fuel-mixture and refuel the brushcutter / trimmer outside in a well ventilated environment (Fig.2).
Do not smoke! Do not use marine or automotive 2-stroke oil.
Fuel-mix ratio for normal 2-stroke engine oil - 1:25 (4%) e.g. 40 ml of oil per 1 litre of petrol
Always stop the engine before refuelling. Do not smoke or light any flames while refuelling. Wipe off
any fuel that may have spilled. Start the engine away from the place where it was refuelled. Ensure the
tank cap is tightened properly. Return brushcutter / trimmer to its normal operating position before
starting.