Safety
If not used properly this product can be dangerous! This product 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 product. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the product.
Explanation of Symbols on the product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls and what they do
Keep bystanders away. Do not operater whilst people especially children or pets are in the area
Switch off! Remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is entangled or damaged. Keep the cable away from the blade.
Danger rotating blades. Keep hands out of openings when machine is running.
Cutting blade continues to rotate after the machine is switched off. Wait until all machine components have completely stopped before touching them.
Do not use in the rain or leave the product outdoors while raining
Wear eye protection
Wear Gloves
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 functions 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
Important
For a reliable and
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 product 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 product.
6.Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
7.Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
8.Switch off before removing or fitting the collection box.
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 replacement cable.
10.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
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.
Cables
Use only 1.5mm2 size cable up to 25 metres length maximum.
Maximum rating:
1.5mm2 size cable 16 amps 250 volts AC
1.Mains cables and extensions are available from your local Approved Service Centre.
2.Only use extension cables specifically designed
for outdoor use.
Preparation
1.Always wear suitable clothing, gloves, and stout shoes. Avoid wearing
2.Obtain and wear safety glasses at all times.
3.Before using the machine check that all screws, nuts, bolts and other fasteners are properly secured and guards and screens in place and in good working condition.
4.Replace damaged or unreadable warning and operating labels.
5.Before starting the product, make certain that the feed inlet is empty.
6.Do not operate the product in the vicinity of bystanders.
Use
1.Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light.
2.Operate the product only on a firm, level surface.
3.Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or clothing inside the feed inlet or near any moving part.
4.Keep face and body away from the feed inlet opening.
5.Keep a proper balance and footing at all times. Do not overreach. Never stand at a higher level than the base of the product when feeding material into it.
6.When feeding material into the product be extremely
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