LAWN STAR LS 2617 CS, Operating Instructions Manual

STARTING COLD ENGINE AND STOPPING 

 
1.  Switch the ON/OFF switch (Fig 5) to the “ON” position.

2.  Lift the choke lever located to the right of the carburettor cover (Fig.6) and place it in the 

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   position. 

3.  Repeatedly press the primer bulb (Fig.7) until the fuel is pumped back to the tank through the second 

transparent pipe (Fig.8). 

4.  Grip the throttle control handle by pressing the trigger lock-off lever (Fig.9-No1) with the palm of the hand, 

then fully depress the throttle trigger (Fig.9–No2) with your fingers and simultaneously push in the throttle 
lock-on button (Fig.9-No3) with your other hand. 

5.  While holding the throttle lock-on button down, release the throttle trigger. This will lock-on the throttle 

trigger so that both hands are free to start the engine. 

6.  Pull the starter cord three times fully (Fig.10). 
7.  Set the carburettor lever to run  

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(Fig.11)

8.  Pull the starter cord (Fig.10) repeatedly until the engine starts and allow to run for a few seconds. 
9.  Depress the throttle trigger (Fig.9-No2) and the throttle lock-off button will release automatically. The 

engine will idle and the clutch will disengage causing the cutting head to remain stationary.  

10.To stop the engine switch the ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” position (Fig.12)   
 

STARTING WARM ENGINE  

 
Proceed as with cold engine start but with the choke lever in the run position 

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(Fig.11) 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 

 
When properly assembled with safety-guard  and cutting-head, your unit will cut unsightly weeds and grass in 
those hard-to-reach areas  along fences, walls, foundations and around trees. 
NOTE: Even with care, trimming around foundations, brick or stone walls, kerbs etc. will result in above 
normal line wear. 
 
TRIMMING 
For normal trimming, the trimmer cutting-head should be inclined at about 30 degrees to the lawn, while 
cutting towards the left in a sweeping motion. Always cut away from the operator. Do not pull trimmer in 
towards operator. 
 
FENCE / FOUNDATION TRIMMING WITH LINE CUTTING-HEAD 
Approach trimming around chain link fences, picket fences, rock walls and foundations slowly to cut close 
without whipping line against the barrier. If the line comes into contact with rock, brick walls, or foundations, it 
may fray as it wears. If line snags fencing, it may snap off. 
 
TRIMMING AROUND TREES 
Trim around tree trunks with a slow approach so the line does not contact bark. Walk around the tree trimming 
from the right to the left. Approach grass or weeds with the tip of the line and tilt cutting-head forward. 
 
CUTTING-HEAD LINE FEED 
As the cutting line wears and shortens the cutting performance is reduced. In order to maintain optimum 
performance ensure that the cutting lines are fully extended. To extend additional line, tap the centre of the 
cutting head lightly on the ground WHILE THE UNIT IS RUNNUNG AT MAX RPM. The line will 
automatically lengthen. Excess line will be clipped off by the blade on the safety guard. Note: Cutting line 
wears more rapidly if trimming against hard surfaces such as bricks, concrete or asphalt. Extend line regularly 
to ensure optimum performance at all times.