General
1.Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower. Local reg- ulations 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 acci- dents or hazards 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. installed 100% safe- ty cannot be guaranteed and safe working prac- tice 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 electric- ity 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 discon- necting any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
9.Switch off, remove plug from mains and exam-
ine 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 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 substan- tial 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 lawnmower only in daylight or good artificial light.
2.Avoid operating your lawnmower in wet grass, where feasible.
3.Take care in wet grass, you may lose your foot- ing.
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 direc- tion on slopes. Walk never run.
7.Mowing on banks and slopes can be danger- ous. 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 mower towards you.
10.Switch off before pushing the mower over sur- faces other than grass.
11.Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards or without guards in place.
12.Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switch- ing on the motor.
13.Do not tilt lawnmower when the motor is run- ning, except when starting and stopping. In this case, do not tilt more than absolutely neces- sary 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.Do not put hands near the grass discharge chute.
15.Never pick up or carry a mower when it is oper- ating or still connected to the mains supply.
16.Remove the plug from the mains :
-before leaving the mower 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 lawnmow- er until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in a safe operating condition.;
-if the lawnmower 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 lawnmower is in safe working condition.
2.Check the grassbox frequently for wear or dete- rioration.
3.Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
4.Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, and impeller specified for this product.
5.Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
