7. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting
any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
8. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine
electric supply cable for damage or ageing befor
e
winding cable for storage. Do not repair a dam-
aged cable, replace it with a new one. Use only
Flymo replacement cable.
9. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
10. Never carry the product by the cable.
11. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the
plugs.
12. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on
the product rating label.
13. Flymo products are double insulated to EN60335.
Under no circumstances should an earth be con-
nected to any part of the product.
Preparation
1. While using your product always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones,
wire and debris; they could be thrown by the blade.
3. Before using the machine and after any impact,
check for signs of wear or damage and repair as
necessary.
4. Replace worn or damaged blades together with
their fixings in sets to preserve balance.
Use
1. Use the lawnmower only in daylight or good artifi-
cial light.
2. Avoid operating your lawnmower in wet grass,
where feasible.
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and
wear non-slip footwear.
5. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.
7. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous.
Do not mow on banks
or steep slopes.
8. Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could trip.
9. Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you.
10. Switch off before pushing the mower over sur-
faces other than grass.
11. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged
guards or without guards in place.
12. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means
at all times and especially when switching on the
motor.
13. Do not tilt lawnmower when the motor is running,
except when starting and stopping. In this case,
do not tilt more than absolutely necessary and lift
only the part which is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the operat-
ing position before returning the appliance to the
ground.
14. Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operat-
ing or still connected to the mains supply.
15. Remove the plug from the mains :
- before leaving the mower unattended for any peri-
od;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the appli-
ance;
- if you hit an object. Do not use your lawnmower
until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in
a safe operating condition.;
- if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally.
Check immediately. Excessive vibration can
cause injury.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the lawnmower is in safe working condition.
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
3. Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, spac-
ers and impeller specified for this product.
4. Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
CABLES
IMPORTANT
• Use only 1.00mm
2
size cable up to 40 metres
length maximum.
Maximum rating :
1.00mm
2
size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.
• THE TURBO LITE 330 IS SUPPLIED WITH
CABLE WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PROD-
UCT.
• THE TURBO LITE 350/400 IS SUPPLIED WITH
AN ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A
FEMALE CONNECTOR
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are
available from your local Electrolux Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centre.
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your
product yourself. Please contact your local
Electrolux Outdoor Products Approved Service
Centre for further information on the connectors
and kits available.
3. Only use extension cables specifically designed
for outdoor use.
CONNECTORS
IMPORTANT
• Flymo connectors are suitable for use with 2 core
cable only. Under no circumstances should these
connectors be used for earthed products.
• All Flymo connectors and cables are of splash-
proof construction. They are not waterproof and
must not be left outside permanently nor should
they be submerged or immersed in water. Do not
let cable lay or trail through pools of water or
splashed with water from hose pipes.
MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT
IMPORTANT
• If the plug supplied is cut off it should be
destroyed. There is an electric shock hazard if
a cut off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket.
1. No earth required. Flymo products are double
insulated to EN60335 and under no circum-
stances should an earth be connected to any part
of the product.
2. Ensure the mains voltage suits your product
3. IMPORTANT!
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor-
dance with the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be con-
nected to the Terminal which is marked with the
letter 'N' or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be con-
nected to the Terminal which is marked with the
letter 'L' or coloured RED.
4. It is important that the outer sheath is clamped
correctly into the 3-pin plug.
5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or
qualified electrician before the machine is used.
6. A 13 Amp fuse must be fitted to the Mains Plug.
7. The normal plug fuse and household fuse only
protect the electrical equipment and are not a
safeguard against electrocution.
If your product is hard wired i.e. non-detachable
mains electric cable, a conversion kit and exten-
sion cable is available from all Electrolux Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centres which can be
found in your local Yellow Pages.