Thank you for purchasing the Lawn Star Lawnmower which is one of the finest and most advanced
lawnmowers 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. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Inspect your lawnmower 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. Use only genuine Lawn Star
replacement cutting blade Part No. M-256-20 or mulching blade Part No. M-255-10.
WARNING : Remove the safety key from the socket whenever you leave the machine unattended.
Remove safety plug(Fig.9-4) and batteries before clearing a blockage, before checking, before cleaning
or working on the appliance, before changing parts such as the blades, after striking a foreign object
(inspect the appliance for damage and make repairs as necessary) or if the appliance starts to vibrate
abnormally (check immediately).
The operator must wear protective clothing, long trousers and sturdy, non-slip footwear.
Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Do not use your lawnmower for any jobs other than those for which it was intended.
Do not use unless the entire grass catcher is attached or the rear guard is in place.
Do not switch on mower unless all four wheels are resting squarely on the lawn being mowed. Do not
tilt or lift mower while switched on. Switch off mower before pushing over surfaces other than grass.
Do not force your lawnmower. If motor labours, mow in multiple passes at different height settings.
Keep hands and feet well clear of rotating blades while the mower is in use. Cutting blades continue to
rotate for a few seconds after switch-off. Never pick up or carry mower while the motor is running.
Inspect the area to be cut and remove all debris that could be entangled in the cutting blades. Also
remove any solid objects, e.g. stones, sticks, wires and bones that the unit may sling during cutting.
Exercise extreme caution when mowing and changing direction. Always walk, never run. Never cut
grass by pulling the mower towards yourself. Do not walk backwards while mowing, you may trip.
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 are maintained.
Never operate the lawnmower when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Children, pets and onlookers should be kept at least 15
meters away from the work area, unless shielded by an effective solid barrier.
When not in use, remove batteries and safety plug and store the unit indoors in a dry and locked place,
out of reach of children.
PREPARATIONS FOR USE
Remove the lawnmower, handles, grass catcher and all other contents from the packaging. Remove the
spanner, bolts and nuts supplied from the bag. Assemble the handles and tighten the knobs
(Fig.1).Attach the handle ends to the lawnmower chassis, insert the four bolts provided and tighten the
nuts using the spanner (Fig.2 No.1). Note: ensure the nuts are on the outside. Assemble the grass
catcher (Fig.3) by pressing the grass filter (Fig.3 No.3) into position and screwing the handle (Fig.3
No.2) on with the four 4.8 x 50 self-tapping screws and M5 washers provided. Fit the M6 bolt, washer
and nut in the two positions shown in (Fig.3 No.5.). Fold closed the two halves of the grass catcher
(Fig.3 No.1) making sure that all the clips are fully aligned and clicked into position. Fit the 2 x ST
4.8X20 screws to secure both rear halves of the grass catcher (Fig.3 No.4). Lift the rear guard flap
(Fig.4 No.1) and attach the grass catcher to the mower (Fig.4 No.2) ensuring that the grass catcher is
hooked onto chassis hooks. Lower the guard flap to secure grass catcher. Check that all blade bolts,
screws, knobs, nuts are securely tightened.
THE USE OF THIS LAWNMOWER FOR COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL PURPOSES WILL
INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
