S&B Lawn Systems Lawn Stryper LM–408111B, Lawn StryperLM–408111R, Lawn Stryper LM–408111G Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Read, Understand and Follow ALL Instructions prior to use. Lea, entienda y siga todas las instrucciones antes de usar.

S&B Lawn Systems, Inc. / W226N825 Eastmound Drive, Suite B

Waukesha, WI 53186-1690 USA / Visit www.patternyourlawn.com

Model No. LM–408111B

LM–408111R LM–408111G

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MADE, ASSEMBLED AND PACKAGED IN AMERICA

S&B Lawn Systems, Inc.

W226N825 Eastmound Drive, Suite B

Waukesha, WI 53186-1690 USA

Printed in the USA

Congratulations...

On your purchase of the Lawn StryperTM, a S&B Lawn Systems, Inc. product. The Lawn Stryper

attachment is designed to easily and safely attach to most walk-behind, self-propelled and push-type lawn mowers. When used properly, the Lawn Stryper

attachment will allow you to pattern your lawn just

like the pros do at golf courses, landscape firms and major league ballparks.

Prior to creating an eye-popping, people stopping lawn of art with the

Lawn Stryper

attachment, make certain to read and understand all of the instructions in this Owner’s Manual. You are responsible for proper product use and safety.

For great Lawn Stryper

patterns, grass tips, product registration, contact

information and more visit www.patternyourlawn.com.

S&B Lawn Systems, Inc. thanks you for your purchase and we wish you and your patterned lawn much happiness for years to come.

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Safety:

Read, and understand all of the instructions in this manual prior to using the Lawn Stryper

attachment. Follow those instructions

whenever using the Lawn Stryper

attachment.

Lawn Stryper

attaches to and follows behind your lawn mower during normal grass-cutting operations, and should not affect the operating characteristics of your mower. Carefully follow all of your lawn mower manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings when using the

Lawn Stryper

attachment.

Lawn Stryper

attachment should not interfere with normal mower operations, such as cutting / mulching / bagging. If there is any interference IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF MOWER, then inspect the

Lawn Stryper

attachment installation, make any adjustments needed to correct the problem, and reassess operations to verify that the interference has been resolved.

The Lawn Stryper

attachment is designed to work with most

walk-behind, self-propelled and push-type lawn mowers.

DO NOT USE WITH ANY OTHER TYPE OF MOWER.

The Lawn Stryper

attachment must be properly installed, attached,

and adjusted in order to work along with your particular lawn mower. Do not assemble, disassemble, attach, inspect, or adjust the

Lawn Stryper

attachment while the mower is running. SHUT OFF THE MOWER before performing any of these actions.

Never stand on the Lawn Stryper

attachment, roller assembly,

cover, or clamps. Keep hands and feet clear of the Lawn Stryper

attachment during

mowing operations. Install the Lawn Stryper

attachment on your mower so that it does

not interfere with your ability to walk behind the mower. If the Lawn Stryper

attachment should interfere with your ability to mow around obstructions, walkways, or other tightly constrained areas, SHUT OFF THE MOWER, remove the roller assembly, and then mow around the obstructed area without the roller assembly attached (but with clamp and tube assembly still in place). Once this is completed, once again SHUT OFF THE MOWER, replace the roller assembly, and then continue with the rest of your patterned mowing.

Before

After

Parts:

A. (2) BSI-LNS-011 Lawn StryperTMInner Clamp(s) B. (2) BSI-LNS-012 Lawn Stryper

Outer Clamp(s)

C. (2) BSI-LNS-015 Lawn Stryper

Angle Adjuster(s)

D. (1) BSI-LNS-003 Lawn Stryper

Hitch Tube

E. (2) BSI-LNS-017 Lawn Str yper

Corner Tube(s)

F. (2) BSI-LNS-013 Lawn Stryper

Vertical Tube(s)

G. (1) BSI-LNS-022 Lawn Stryper

Roller Assembly

H. (1) BSI-LNS-021 Lawn Stryper

Roller Plug I. (2) 2" Inch Phillips Pan Head Screw(s) J. (2) Hex Nut(s) – ALREADY ASSEMBLED in Inner

Handle Clamp(s), (A)

K. (4) M5x20 Phillips Oval Head Scr ew(s)

Lawn Str yperTMParts View

DO NOT place clamp system over any type of existing wires/ cables that may be present on lawn mower handlebars.

Assembly:

• TOOL Required: Phillips Screw Driver.

• Roller fills with approx. 16 to 20 lbs. of DRY sand.

(sand not included)

IMPORTANT: Work on a flat level surface – make certain mower is NOT running.

CAUTION: Do not assemble, disassemble, attach, inspect, or adjust the Lawn Stryper

attachment while the mower is running.

SHUT

OFF THE MOWER before performing any of these actions.

Pour DRY sand into opening.

Step 1

Step 1: Fill Roller Assembly With Approximately 16 to 20 lbs. of DRY Sand.

Completely fill Roller Tube (G), WITH SAND, via hole located on end of tube. Once completely filled, thread and FULLYTIGHTEN Roller Plug with provided Roller Plug Fastener.

User Tip! Failure to FULLY TIGHTEN roller plug will result in the

Roller Plug blocking the roller’s ability to turn. Failure to fill roller with recommended amount of sand may result in a less dramatic patterning effect.

Lawn Mower Handlebar

Step 2

Step 2: Attach Inner and Outer Clamps to Handlebars.

Within the LOWER THIRD of lawn mower’s handlebar, place Inner Clamp (A) on inside of handlebar while attaching Outer Clamp (B) on outside of handlebar. Connect Inner Clamp (A) and Outer Clamp (B) as outlined in above diagram. Outer Clamp’s teeth (B) should be facing outward. Check that the word (KUPK), located on Outer Clamp (B) is facing upward.

REPEAT same process on other handlebar. Make certain Outer Clamp’s teeth (B) are facing outward. Check that the word (KUPK), located on Outer Clamp (B) is facing upward.

INSERT AND PARTIALLYTIGHTEN M5x20 Oval Head Screws (K) as outlined in above diagram.

User Tip! Line up the extended square inserts on Outer Clamp (B) for

easy attachment to Inner Clamp (A).

1/3 Distance

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DO NOT place clamp system over any type of existing wires/ cables that may be present on lawn mower handlebars.

This diagram shows the RIGHT-HAND handlebar of the lawn mower.

Roller Plug Fastener

Step 3

Step 3: Insert Vertical Tubes into Angle Adjusters.

Set Vertical Tube (F) into Angle Adjuster (C). Make certain that top portion of Vertical Tube (F) rests FLAT on inner portion of Angle Adjuster (C) as outlined in above diagram. Screw holes should match up.

Insert 2" Pan Head Screw (I) as outlined in above diagram.

Repeat process for other Vertical Tube.

Lawn Mower Handlebar

Step 4

Step 4: Attach Angle Adjuster Assembly to Handlebar Clamp Assembly.

Align, attach and PARTIALLY tighten Angle Adjuster assembly to Handlebar Clamp assembly as outlined in above diagram.

Repeat process on other handlebar.

User Tip! Do not fully tighten at

this point. Angle adjustments will be made in later steps. Double check that Valco Holes, on Vertical Tubes (F), are facing outward and that the

Lawn StryperTMlogo, on Angle Adjuster assembly, is facing outward.

Valco Holes

Lawn Mower

Handlebars

Valco

Holes

Valco

Holes

Valco Pins

Step 5

Step 5: Attach Hitch Tube and Corner Tubes to Vertical Mount System.

Attach Hitch Tube (D) to Corner Tubes (E) by pressing down on Valco Pins and locking into place as outlined in diagram above. Set width of U-bar assembly (D&E assembled) to coincide with the width of Vertical Bar assembly.

Attach U-bar (D&E assembled) to Vertical Tubes (F) by simply pressing down on Valco Pins and locking into place. Make certain Hitch is centered to lawn mower.

User Tip! When setting width of U-bar assembly, make certain that

Valco Pins are consistent on each side. For example, if Valco Pin is coming through on hole 2 on left-hand side then Valco Pin should be set for hole 2 on right-hand side. Doing so will ensure hitch is centered with lawn mower.

3"-4"

Step 6

Step 6: Setting Angle and Height.

Swing assembly AS CLOSE to mower as possible without hitting mower or impeding the mower bagging system*. Make certain left Clamp and right Clamp angles are the same. Once proper angle is achieved, FULLYTIGHTEN ALL SCREWS (6 total) with Phillips screwdriver.

Set height of assembly, via Valco Pins, to NO LESS than 3 inches off the ground. Make certain that heights are the same on left-hand side and right-hand side.

Place protective vinyl caps (included) on threads of 2" Phillips Pan Head Head Screws (I). Vinyl cap placement is ONLY necessary when clamp system is attached to 7/8" handlebars. Vinyl cap placement protects screw threads from brushing up against bagging system*.

*Bagging system not supplied with all mowers. IMPORTANT: Assembly must not be hitting the ground – a minimum

of 3 inches of clearance is needed for proper performance. Set height adjustment to accommodate.

Step 7

Step 7: - Attach Roller Assembly to Hitch Tube.

Attach sand filled Roller Assembly (G) onto Hitch Tube (D) by vertically sliding onto hitch as outlined in above diagram.

User Tip! When you don’t want the patterning effect, or perimeter

cut is necessary, or when there are obstructions such as fence line, retaining wall, or other objects, remove Roller Assembly (with mower turned off) while keeping tubing and clamp system intact (see helpful tips on page 16).

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Finished Lawn Str yper

Double Check:

• Make certain stride does not impede with the roller assembly.

• Make certain Lawn Stryper

attachment is adjusted to the correct

height, width and angle.

• Make certain all clamps, tubes and screws are secure.

Additional width, height and angle adjustments may need to be made based upon personal preference. Use previous guidelines for reference if adjustments need to be made.

CAUTION: Do not assemble, disassemble, attach, inspect, or adjust the Lawn Stryper

attachment while the mower is running.

SHUT

OFF THE MOWER before performing any of these actions.

CAUTION: Do not assemble, disassemble, attach, inspect, or adjust the Lawn Stryper

attachment while the mower is running.

SHUT

OFF THE MOWER before performing any of these actions.

General Tips:

Visual results may vary based upon health of grass, length of grass, available sunlight and seasonal conditions. Aless dramatic patterning effect can be a result of insufficient sunlight, dormant grass, unhealthy grass, or when used on warm-season grass such as Bermuda and St. Augustine.

Cutting Perimeter:

Cut perimeter of grass plot once or twice. Doing so will allow for a consistent turning area and a clean patterning path.

Change Mowing/Pattern Design:

Alternate mowing patterns and designs every few weeks.

‘Line of Sight’ – Admiring Your Patterns:

A dark ‘stripe’ is created when patterning towards the viewer and a light ‘stripe’ is created by patterning away from the viewer. In order to view all of the benefits, ‘line of sight’ patterning is recommended. For example, if you were sitting on your front porch, looking out towards your lawn, consider patterning lines that come straight to and away from your porch as seen in picture below. If you were to view these same patterns from the side, visual results may be less dramatic.

Lawn Str yper™Warranty:

S&B Lawn Systems, Inc. shall repair any Lawn StryperTMattachment, when used for residential use*, if defective in materials or if it ceases to function due to a failure of it’s components. S&B Lawn Systems, Inc. will repair or replace, at it’s sole discretion, a defective Lawn Stryper

unit. Owner is responsible for shipping costs. The following time periods, for warranty, apply from date of purchase:

Money-Back Guarantee:

30 Days

Parts and Accessories: 45 Days

Please visit www.patternyourlawn.com for obtaining warranty service or by mail to:

S&B Lawn Systems, Inc. W226N825 Eastmound Drive, Suite B Waukesha, WI 53186-1690

Must include original date of purchase information, copy of invoice/receipt and return mailing address.

*Residential Use equates to the use of product solely at owner’s personal residence. Use of product on more than one location, or to generate income, is considered commercial use. This product in not intended for commercial use.

Owner Responsibilities:

You must maintain your Lawn StryperTMattachment by following the guidelines contained in Owner’s Manual. You are responsible for proper product use.

Lawn Stryper

attachment is designed to work with most walk-behind,

self-propelled and push-type lawn mowers. DO NOT USE WITH ANY OTHER

TYPE OF MOWER. Lawn Stryper

assembly attaches to and follows behind your lawn mower during normal grass-cutting operations, and should not affect the operating characteristics of your mower. Carefully follow all of your lawn

mower manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings when using the Lawn Stryper

attachment.

For a replacement Lawn Stryper

Owner’s Manual, contact S&B Lawn

Systems, Inc by visiting www.patternyourlawn.com or mail to:

S&B Lawn Systems, Inc. W226N825 Eastmound Drive, Suite B Waukesha, WI 53186-1690

General Conditions:

Lawn StryperTM, a S&B Lawn Systems, Inc. product is not liable for indirect,

incidental or consequential damages in connection with lawn mowers in which the Lawn Stryper

attachment is attached to, including cost or expenses of providing substitute equipment or service to the mowers in which it is attached to. Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages, so above exclusions and limitations may not apply.

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Troubleshooting:

Roller Does Not Turn:

• With mower turned OFF, check to see if any type of debris such as bark,

twigs, stones, or other objects have obstructed the roller’s ability to turn. If so, with mower turned OFF, remove debris from the roller.

• Make certain that roller plug, on roller tube, is fully tightened. Check to see

that roller plug is flush with end cap. Aloose plug will impede roller ’s ability to turn properly.

• Make certain that the roller is filled with approximately 16 to 20 pounds of

DRY sand. An empty or partially filled roller may not function properly.

Patterning Effect Does Not Show:

• Make certain to view with ‘line of sight’ in mind.

• Lawn Stryper

attachment installed incorrectly – refer to Owner’s Manual.

• Grass may be cut too short.

• For dormant or drought stricken grass. S&B Lawn Systems Inc.,

recommends that the Lawn Stryper

attachment not be used when grass is

dormant or is under stress due to drought.

• Grass may be damaged, unhealthy or too sparse.

• Lack of proper sunlight – partial/full sun is optimal.

U-Bar Assembly is Hitting the Ground:

• With mower turned off, set u-bar assembly to proper height as outlined in

Owner’s Manual.

• With mower turned off, make certain that height is the same on both sides

as outlined in Owner’s Manual.

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General Tips Continued:

Patterning Effect:

The Lawn StryperTMattachment is specifically designed to properly ‘bend’ grass after it has been cut. This proper ‘bend’ results in light reflecting differently off each side of grass thus producing the pattern effect. Results may vary based upon health of grass, length of grass, type of grass, dormant/drought stricken grass, available sunlight and/or seasonal conditions.

Obstructions:

If obstructions such as fences, retaining walls, driveways, walkways, curbs, ditches, embankments or other objects are present, remove (WITH MOWER TURNED OFF) Lawn Stryper

Roller Assembly from hitch system. Once cut around obstruction is complete, attach (WITH MOWER TURNED OFF) the Roller Assembly to hitch system to return to patterning.

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CAUTION: Do not assemble, disassemble, attach, inspect, or

adjust the Lawn Stryper

attachment while the mower is running.

SHUT

OFF THE MOWER before performing any of these actions.

CAUTION: Do not assemble, disassemble, attach, inspect, or adjust the Lawn Stryper

attachment while the mower is running.

SHUT

OFF THE MOWER before performing any of these actions.

Lawn Care Tips Continued:

Watering Your Lawn:

When your lawn begins to look stressed or when you step on and it does not bounce back, it may be time for a thorough watering. Approximately 1 to 2 inches of water, equally distributed, should do the job. Watering should occur during the early morning hours. As always, know and abide by your local watering regulations and restrictions.

Proper Fertilization Program:

In order to create and maintain a beautiful lawn, it may be important to implement a proper fertilization program. Begin by obtaining a soil test kit which can be found at your local lawn and garden center. Once proper samples are taken and analyzed, you’ll have a better idea about the nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium levels of your soil. With this information, you’ll have a better idea as to what combination(s) of fertilizer you should apply. If unsure as to what direction to take, consult with your local agricultural center or a lawn and garden professional.

Lawn Care Tips:

It is important to have a healthy lawn in order to experience all of the benefits of the Lawn Stryper

attachment. Please find below a few general lawn care

tips that will help to ensure a strong and beautiful lawn.

Keep Lawn Mower Blade Sharp:

A common error is to neglect the lawn mower’s blade. A well maintained and sharp blade enables the grass to be cut cleanly. A dull blade can result in a ‘scalping’ of the grass which can lead to lawn becoming weak, stressed and even prone to disease. It is recommended that you have your blade sharpened, by an authorized lawn mower technician, a minimum of once per season.

Use the “1/3 Rule”:

Another common error is cutting grass too short. It is extremely important to mow regularly as well as to refrain from cutting more than 1/3 off at a time, no matter how tall the grass may be. Cutting grass too short may cause undo stress and may harm the lawn’s ability to support root growth. To determine your optimal grass length, you must first find out what type of grass you have. Common grasses include Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass, Bent, Fescue and Bermuda Grass. If you do not know what type of grass you have, simply take a sample over to your local agricultural center for identification. Listed below are a few recommended heights for some common grasses.

Kentucky Bluegrass: 2 to 3 inches Perennial Ryegrass: 2 to 3 inches Fescue: 2.5 to 3.5 inches Bermuda: 1/2 to 1 inch

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