Flymo 4000 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Caring for your Lawmower
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Cleaning (S)
USE GLOVES
IMPORTANT:
It is very important that you keep
your lawnmower clean. Grass clippings left in any
of the air intakes or under the deck could become
a potential fire hazard.
IMPORTANT Never use water for cleaning your
lawnmower. Do not clean with chemicals, includ-
ing petrol, or solvents - some can destroy critical
plastic parts.
1. Remove grass from under the deck with the
spanne/scraper tool
2. Remove the blade, see Figure Q, to gain access
to the fan and clean with a soft brush.
3. Raise the roller to its highest position, see Cutting
Height Adjustment, and clean with a soft brush.
4. Remove grass clippings from: all air intakes,
wheels, height adjustment lever and grassbox with
a soft brush.
5. Clean the grassbox lid and the inside of the win-
dow with a soft brush.
6. Thoroughly clean around the cut-out switch with a
soft brush
7. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a
dry cloth.
Cleaning Easi-Reel cable winder (Roller Compact
4000 only)
1. Lift grassbox lid, squeeze together the two catches
(T) and remove the cable winder.
2. Clean the cable winder and the area it was located
with a soft brush (V)
3. Replace the cable winder, ensuring it clicks into
place.
At the End of the Mowing Season
1. Replace blade, bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.
2. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly.
3. Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air filter
thoroughly and carry out any service or repairs
required.
4. Make sure that the electric cable is wound proper-
ly.
Storing the lawnmower
The handles can be folded to take up the minimum of
space.
Loosen the handle knobs
Fold the upper handle over the lawnmower.
Ensure the switchbox cable is not trapped.
Store in a dry place where your lawnmower is pro-
tected from damage.