GGP Italy SPA Brush Cutter Star 28htj Instructions Manual

The machine is supplied with
some of the components disassembled and the
fuel tank empty.  
Mount the components
very carefully so as not to impair the safety
and efficiency of the machine. If in doubt,
contact your dealer.
1. MOUNTING THE FRONT HANDGRIP (Fig. 1)
The purpose of the spacer
(1) is to ensure a minimum distance between
the rear handgrip and the front one, for safe-
ty reasons. This spacer must always be fitted
and must not be modified in any way.
–In front of the spacer (1), fit the front...

PREPARING TO WORK7EN
CHECKING THE MACHINE
Before starting work please:
–check that all the screws on the machine and
the cutting device are tightly fastened;
–check that the air filter is clean;
–check that the protection devices are well fas-
tened and working efficiently;
–check the handgrips are well fastened.
FUELS AND OILS
This machine is fitted with a four-stroke engine
which DOES NOT require oil to be added to the
petrol.
Adding oil to the petrol dam-
ages the engine and will cause invalidation of...

OIL TOPPING UP (Fig. 5)
Do not start the engine and
do not use the machine if the oil level is low.
To check the oil level:
–  Place the machine on a flat stable surface, with
the fuel tank cap facing upwards.– Unscrew
the tank cap and check that the oil level reach-
es the rim of the filler.
The oil tank capacity is 80 cc.
IMPORTANT
8PREPARING TO WORK / HOW TO START - USE – STOP THE ENGINEEN
To start the engine (Fig. 6):
1. Set the switch (1) to «START».
2.Operate the starter, turning lever (5) to...

HOW TO START - USE – STOP THE ENGINE9EN
To avoid breaking the starter
rope, do not pull the whole length of it or let it
slide along the edge of the cable guide hole.
Release the starter gradually, to avoid letting it fly
back uncontrollably.
6. Pull the starter rope again until the engine
starts as normal.
Starting the engine with
the starter engaged causes the cutting
device to move, only stopping when the
starter is disconnected.
7. When the engine is started, disconnect the
starter by turning the...

EN10USING THE MACHINE
To respect people and the environment:
– Try not to cause any disturbance.
– Scrupulously comply with local regulations
and provisions for the disposal of waste
materials after sawing.
– Scrupulously comply with local regulations
and provisions for the disposal of oils,
petrol, damaged parts or any elements
which have a strong impact on the environ-
ment.
Prolonged exposure to
vibrations can cause injuries and neurovas-
cular disorders (also called “Renaud’s syn-
drome” or “white...

ENUSING THE MACHINE11
•Precision cutting (Trimming)
Keep the machine slightly tilted so that the lower
part of the cutting line head does not touch the
ground and the cutting line is at the required
point, always keeping the cutting device at a dis-
tance from the operator.
•Cutting near fences/foundations (Fig. 9)
Slowly approach the cutting line head to fences,
posts, rocks, walls, etc. without hitting them
hard. 
If the line strikes a solid object it could break or
become worn; if it gets tangled in a...

EN12MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 
Correct maintenance is essential to maintain the
original efficiency and safety of the machine over
time.
During maintenance oper-
ations:
–Remove the spark plug cap.
–Wait until the engine is sufficiently cold.
–Never dispose of oils, fuel or other polluting
materials in unauthorised places.
CYLINDER AND SILENCER
To reduce fire risks, periodically clean the cylin-
der flaps with compressed air and clear the
silencer area to get rid of sawdust, branches,
leaves or other...

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 13EN
Speed is reduced by turning the screw marked
«MIN» anti-clockwise until the cutting device
stops moving. The engine should continue to run
as normal.
If the engine does not idle smoothly, turn the
screw clockwise to increase the speed.
The cutting device must
not move when the engine idles; contact your
dealer if you are not able to tune it to your
satisfaction.
HEAD LINE REPLACEMENT
Follow the instructions attached to the head for
replacing the nylon line.
SHARPENING THE...

14TROUBLESHOOTING / TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSEN
9. TROUBLESHOOTING
1)The engine will
not start or will not
keep running
2)The engine starts
but is lacking in
power
3)The engine runs
irregularly and lacks
in power when
revved–Incorrect starting procedure
–Dirty spark plug or incorrect distance
between the electrodes
–Air filter clogged
–Carburetion problems
–Air filter clogged
–Carburetion problems
–Dirty spark plug or incorrect distance
between the electrodes
–Carburetion problems–Follow the instructions...