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2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the instruc-
tions to use the machine.
3. Stop using the machine while people, especially children,
or pets are nearby.
4. Only use the product in the manner and for the func-
tions described in these instructions.
5. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
6. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or haz-
ards occurring to other people or their property.
Electrical
1. The British Standards Institute recommend the use of a
Residual Current Circuit Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping
current of not more than 30mA. Even with a R.C.D. in-
stalled 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 dam-
aged or worn
4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply
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 damaged
cable. Replace it with a new one.
5. Your extension cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables can
overheat and reduce the efficiency of your product.
6. Keep cable away from product, always work away from
the power point mowing 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 before
winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged
cable, replace it with a new one. Use only Flymo re-
placement 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. Flymo Products are double insulated to EN60335.
Under no circumstance should an earth be connected
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 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. 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 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 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 return-
ing the appliance to the ground.
14. Do not put hands near the grass discharge chute.
15. Never pick up or carry a product when it is operating
or still connected to the mains supply.
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 your product until you
are sure that the entire product is in a safe operating
condition.;
- if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check immedi-
ately. 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. Check the grassbox frequently for wear or deterioration.
3. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
4. Only use the replacement blade, and blade bolt speci-
fied for this product.
5. Be careful during adjustment of the product to prevent
entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and
fixed parts of the machine.
6. Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of children.
Do not store outdoors.
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 available
from your local Approved Service Centre.
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product
yourself. Please contact your local 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 con-
nectors be used for earthed products.
• All Flymo connectors and cables are of splashproof
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 in-
serted 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 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 cor-
rectly into the 3-pin plug.
5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or quali-
fied 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 Approved Service
Centres which can be found in your local Yellow
Pages.