Flymo lawnrake manual General

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General

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 before winding 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

 

 

There is an electric shock hazard if a cut off plug is

IMPORTANT

 

 

inserted into a 13 amp socket.

Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres length maximum.

1.

No earth required. Flymo products are double insulated

Maximum rating :

 

 

to EN60335 and under no circumstances should an

1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.

 

 

earth be connected to any part of the product.

YOUR PRODUCT IS SUPPLIED WITH CABLE

2.

Ensure the mains voltage suits your product

 

WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT.

3.

IMPORTANT!

 

 

1.

Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are avail-

 

 

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor-

 

able from your local Husqvarna Outdoor Products

 

 

dance with the following code:

 

Approved Service Centre.

 

 

BLUE - NEUTRAL

BROWN - LIVE

2.

Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product

 

 

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected

 

yourself. Please contact your local Husqvarna Outdoor

 

 

to the Terminal which is marked with the letter 'N' or

 

Products Approved Service Centre for further informa-

 

 

coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured

 

tion on the connectors and kits available.

 

 

BROWN must be connected to the Terminal which is

3.

Only use extension cables specifically designed for

 

 

marked with the letter 'L' or coloured RED.

 

outdoor use.

4.

It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor-

CONNECTORS

 

 

rectly into the 3-pin plug.

IMPORTANT

5.

If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or qual-

Flymo connectors are suitable for use with 2 core

 

 

ified electrician before the machine is used.

 

cable only. Under no circumstances should these

6.

A 13 Amp fuse must be fitted to the Mains Plug.

 

connectors be used for earthed products.

7.

The normal plug fuse and household fuse only pro-

All Flymo connectors and cables are of splashproof con-

 

 

tect the electrical equipment and are not a safeguard

 

struction. They are not waterproof and must not be left

 

 

against electrocution.

 

 

 

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.

 

If your product is hard wired i.e. non-detachable

 

 

 

mains electric cable, a conversion kit and exten-

 

MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT

 

 

 

sion cable is available from all Husqvarna Outdoor

 

IMPORTANT

 

 

 

Products Approved Service Centres which can be

 

If the plug supplied is cut off it should be destroyed.

 

 

 

found in your local Yellow Pages.

 

 

 

 

 

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