Tracmaster CAMON LS42 Instruction Manual

CAMON
No liability will be accepted for any damage
caused to persons or property through failure
to observe the operating and safety instructions.
LAWN SCARIFIER
LS42
VIBRATION & SOUND LEVELS
2
Machine RPM Vibration m/sec Sound Level
3 Axis dB(A)
LS42 Lawn Scarifier 3600 6.2 86.0
Tracmaster Ltd, Teknol House, Victoria Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9LH
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Website: www.tracmaster.co.uk E-mail: [e-mail]
© Tracmaster Ltd 2008.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
OP/LS42/1008
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
&
SAFETY NOTES
WEAR EAR
PROTECTION
WEAR SAFETY
FOOTWEAR
WEAR EYE
PROTECTION
READ CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT
Fuel tap
Choke lever
Ejection
guard
Grassbag
Operating lever
Fuel filler cap
Starter handle
Ignition switch
Belt guard
Oil filler plug
Height adjuster
Locking knob

S A F E T Y
TO START ENGINE
ALWAYS start the engine in the open air
DO NOT smoke when refuelling
DO NOT mix OIL with the fuel
ALWAYS stop the engine before making any adjustments,
refuelling, moving or cleaning, or when the unit is
unattended
USE ONLY unleaded petrol from fuel containers designed for
this purpose - refuel outdoors only and replace the tank cap
securely
IN CASE of petrol spillage move the machines away from the
area of spillage and allow the petrol vapours to dissipate
before starting the engine
DO NOT remove any safety guards that are fitted
DO NOT touch any moving parts or attempt any maintenance
whilst the machine is running - KEEP HANDS AND FEET
AWAY
BEFORE starting work clear the work area of any objects that
could damage the machine
DO NOT allow children or anyone uninstructed to operate the
machine - KEEP ANIMALS AWAY
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DO NOT use on slopes or banks of more than 20
ALWAYS wear suitable clothing to give personal protection
including footwear that offers a good grip
AVOID wearing loose garments that may catch in moving parts
KNOW how to stop the machine in an emergency
NEVER interfere with any control settings on the engine
IF A FAULT develops DO NOT attempt any repair - immediately
contact the supplier from whom the machine was obtained
VISUALLY INSPECT the machine before use - ensure all blades,
nuts and bolts are tight and not worn or damaged and
replace blades if necessary
KEEP IN MIND the operator is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to people or property
WEAR eye and ear protection and protective footwear
Using the dipstick provided, check the engine oil level. Top up with
10w/40 oil if necessary (if the dipstick is clear of oil).
Check fuel level. Only use unleaded petrol from a clean container.
Never re-fuel when the engine is hot or running. Leave 1” air space in
the fuel tank.
Switch ignition to ‘ON’ position.
Turn the fuel tap to ‘ON’ position, if the engine is cold set the choke
lever to ‘ON’ position.
Hold the handlebar and place foot against rear wheel.
Pull the recoil start handle gently until it engages then give it a
good strong pull to start the engine.
When the engine has started, release the choke lever after a few
seconds.
TO STOP ENGINE
OPERATING HINTS
MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Release the operating lever.
Switch the ignition to ‘OFF’ position.
Turn the fuel tap to ‘OFF’ position.
Wait for the blades to stop rotating before attempting to move the
machine.
WARNING: THE EXHAUST COVER MAY BE HOT - DO NOT
TOUCH
After every hour of operation:
Stop engine. Remove the spark plug cap
Check engine oil level. (Recommended oil SAE 10w/40).
Visually check the blade assembly.
Do not turn the machine on its side for cleaning.
Refit the spark plug cap.
Before starting work clear the lawn of any objects such as stones or
sticks, that would damage the Scarifier or be thrown out at
dangerously high speeds by the rotating blades.
Set the operating height adjuster by screwing the top adjuster knob up
or down so that the blades comb the grass without touching the soil,
then tighten the locking knob.
THE BLADES MUST NOT BE ALLOWED TO TOUCH THE
GROUND.
Mount the grassbag onto the Scarifier by raising the ejection guard
and sliding the grassbag frame lugs into the locating slots each side of
the axle frame.
Always stop the engine and wait for the rotating blades to stop before
removing and replacing the grassbag.
The CAMON Lawn Scarifier is designed to allow light, air and water
to the roots of grass to keep it healthy. It does this by removing thatch
which is made up of organic debris such as cut grass, leaves and
dead moss that has not decomposed.
The machine must NOT be used as a slitter or aerator as the blades
will damage the lawn, and the machine will be damaged.
Always use the machine at maximum engine speed.
Empty the grassbag frequently.
If the Scarifier should strike a stone or similar object, STOP the engine
immediately and wait for the blades to stop rotating. Inspect the
Scarifier for damage and if in any doubt contact your supplier.
For engine maintenance please refer to engine manufacturers
manual.