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General
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Only use the product in the manner and for the func-
tions described in these instructions.
3. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Electrical
1. The British Standards Institute recommend the use
of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping
current of not more than 30mA. Even with a R.C.D.
installed 100% safety cannot be guaranteed and
safe working practice must be followed at all times.
Check your R.C.D. every time you use it.
2. Before use, examine cable for damage, replace it if
there are signs of damage or ageing.
3. Do not use the product if the electric cables are
damaged or worn
4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity sup-
ply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged. Do
not touch the electric cable until the electrical supply
has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or dam-
aged cable. Replace it with a new one.
5. Your cable must be uncoiled or unwound, coiled or wound
cables can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.
6. Keep cable away from the product, always work away from
the power point, operating up and down, never in circles.
7. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
8. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting
any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
9. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine electric
supply cable for damage or ageing befor
ewinding cable
for storage. Do not repair a damaged cable, replace it
with a new one. Use only our replacement cable.
10.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
11.Never carry the product by the cable.
12.Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
13.Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the
product rating label.
14.Our products are double insulated to EN60335.
Under no circumstance should an earth be connect-
ed 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 tines.
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 tines.
Use
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your product 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. Use across the face of slopes, never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.
7. Operating on banks and slopes can be dangerous.
Do not operate on banks
or steep slopes.
8. Do not walk backwards when operating, you could trip.
9. Use exreme caution when pulling the product towards you.
10.Switch off before pushing the product over surfaces
other than grass.
11.Never operate the product 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 the product 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 operating position
before returning the appliance to the ground.
14.Never pick up or carry the product when it is operat-
ing or still connected to the mains supply.
15.Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the the discharge opening at all times.
16.Remove the plug from the mains :
- before leaving the product unattended for any period;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;
- if you hit an object. Do not use until you are sure that
the entire product is in a safe operating condition.;
- if the product 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
product is in safe working condition.
2. Check the collection box frequently for wear or deterio-
ration.
3. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
4. Only use the replacement parts specified for this product.
5. Be careful during adjustment of the product to pre-
vent entrapment of the fingers between moving 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.
• YOUR PRODUCT IS SUPPLIED WITH CABLE
WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT.
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are avail-
able from your local Husqvarna Outdoor Products
Approved Service Centre.
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product
yourself. Please contact your local Husqvarna Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centre for further informa-
tion 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 splashproof con-
struction. 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 circumstances 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 connected
to the Terminal which is marked with the letter 'N' or
coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured
BROWN must be connected to the Terminal which is
marked with the letter 'L' or coloured RED.
4. It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor-
rectly into the 3-pin plug.
5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or qual-
ified 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 pro-
tect 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 Husqvarna Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centres which can be
found in your local Yellow Pages.