Flymo Turbo 400 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Explanation of Symbols on the
Turbo Lite 330/350/Turbo 400
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to
make sure you understand all the
controls and what they do.
Always keep the lawnmower on the
ground when mowing. Tilting or lifting
the lawnmower may cause stones to
be thrown out
Keep bystanders away. Do not mow
whilst people especially children or
pets are in the mowing area
Switch off! Remove plug from mains
before adjusting, cleaning or if cable
is entangled or damaged. Keep the
cable away from the blade.
Beware of severing toes or hands.
Do not put hands or feet near a
rotating blade.
Blade continues to rotate after the
machine is switched off.
Wait until all machine components
have completely stopped before
touching them.
Do not mow in the rain or leave the
lawnmower outdoors while raining
General
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for
the functions described in these instructions.
3. Never operate the lawnmower 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 use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.)
with a tripping current of not more than 30mA is
recommended. 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 lawnmower if the electric cables
are damaged 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 mower.
6. Keep cable away from lawnmower, 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
befor
e winding cable for storage. Do not repair a
damaged cable, replace it with a new one. Use
only Flymo 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
connected to any part of the product.
Cables
Use only 1.00mm
2
size cable up to 30 metres length
maximum.
Maximum rating:
1.00mm
2
size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from
your local Electrolux Outdoor Products Approved
Service Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed
for outdoor use.
Preparation
1. Do not mow barefoot or in open sandals. Always
wear suitable clothing, gloves, and stout shoes.
2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones,
bones, wire and debris; they could be thrown by
the blade.
If not used properly this lawnmower can be dangerous! This lawnmower can cause
serious injury to the operator and others, the warnings and safety instructions must be
followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this lawnmower. The
operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual
and on the lawnmower.
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