Safety Precautions; Preparation For Use - LAWN STAR LSM 4540 L Operating Instructions Manual

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 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. Use only genuine
Lawn Star replacement cutting blade Part No. M-256-00.
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.
Disconnect the lead from the spark plug before servicing or when changing parts such as the blade.
CAUTION: Exhaust fumes are toxic and asphyxiating. Inhalation may be lethal. Do not start the engine in
enclosed or poorly ventilated environments.
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 start the engine unless all four wheels are resting squarely on the lawn being mowed. Do not tilt or
lift the mower while the engine is running. Stop the engine before pushing over surfaces other than grass.
Do not force your lawnmower. If engine 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 engine 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. 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 that 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 under the age of 16, nor anyone who is not familiar with these instructions to use the
lawnmower. 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.

PREPARATION FOR USE

Remove the lawnmower, handles, grass catcher and all other contents from the box. Remove the spanner,
bolts and nuts supplied from the bag.
Unfold 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 bolts point
outwards.
Assemble the two parts of the grass catcher (Fig.3) making sure that all the clips are fully clicked into
position.
Lift the rear guard flap (Fig.4 No.1) and attach the grass catcher (Fig.4 No.2) ensuring that the grass catcher
latches onto the two mounting hooks.
Check that the blade bolt is securely tightened.
Refer to the enclosed Engine Operating & Maintenance Instructions for further details on preparing the
engine for use.
CAUTION: THE ENGINE IS SUPPLIED WITHOUT ENGINE OIL. FILL OIL SUMP WITH OIL
BEFORE STARTING. STARTING THE ENGINE WITHOUT OIL WILL DAMAGE IT AND VOID
ALL WARRANTIES.