Babolat STAR 5 User Manual

cleaning
Make sure the stringing machine is always turned off before cleaning
it or servicing one of its components. Unplug the power cable from
the wall outlet.
Never wash the machine using water, a hose or high-pressure
cleaning.
BE CAREFUL: never use corrosive products to clean your stringing machine.
¾Clean the housing of the machine regularly with alcohol at 90° only. Never use water,
detergents or acetone.
¾The elliptic turntable surface should be cleaned with alcohol every week to preserve the
optimal sliding capacities of the clamp-holder.
¾Remove the clamps, clean the clamp-holder rods and the inside of the clamp barrel with
a cloth soaked in alcohol. Replace the clamps on the clamp-holders and slide them.
¾Clean the inside of the clamp teeth (depending on use, every day or once a week) with
a metallic brush, in order to avoid any clogging of the tungsten coating.
¾The Star 5 traction head does not require any particular servicing, apart from cleaning
once a year by passing a cloth soaked in alcohol between the articulated jaws of the
pulling unit.
Never oil the ball bearings on the traction head.
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Babolat STAR 5 Specifications

General

Type	Electronic
Tension Accuracy	+/- 0.1 kg
Number of Clamps	2
Racquet Supports	Adjustable
Mounting System	6-point mounting

Summary

Cleaning Procedures

Safety Precautions for Cleaning

Ensures safe operation by emphasizing power off, avoiding water, and prohibiting corrosive products.

Component Cleaning Instructions

Details specific cleaning methods for machine housing, turntable, clamps, and traction head using alcohol.

Product Description

Machine Components Overview

Identifies and lists all key components of the Babolat Star 5 stringing machine.

Key Part Identification

Provides a visual guide with numbered labels for major parts like the traction head and clamps.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Display Not Lighting Up

Addresses issues where the digital display fails to light up upon machine power-up.

Pulling Arm Not Moving

Guides users on troubleshooting when the pulling arm does not move after the start button is pressed.

Clamp-Holder Malfunctions

Provides instructions for resolving clamp-holder malfunctions or unlocking problems during stringing.

Error Codes and Signals

Explains how to respond to audible signals and error codes indicating electronic problems.

Machine Connection and Power

Machine Positioning

Details optimal placement of the machine on a flat surface near power and with adequate working space.

Special Power Cable Usage

Explains the importance of using the supplied power cable and safety considerations for extension cables.

Powering Up the Machine

Guides on connecting to a grounded outlet and turning the machine on using the On/Off switch.

Using the Stringing Machine

General Warnings and Liability

Outlines user responsibilities, limitations of liability, and warranty invalidation conditions.

Operating Safety Guidelines

Emphasizes safe practices like using the On/Off switch, unplugging before moving, and keeping unauthorized persons away.

Workstation and Adjustments

Covers workstation setup, safety position, and factory adjustments for the stringing machine.

Maintenance and Upgrades

Traction System Maintenance

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the traction system, emphasizing safety.

Changing Voltage or Fuses

Explains how to safely change the machine's voltage setting and replace fuses.

Replacing the Elliptic Turntable

Provides step-by-step instructions for removing and installing a new elliptic turntable.