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 your product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the con- trols and what they do.
The use of eye protection is recom- mended to protect against objects thrown by the cutting parts.
Do not operate in the rain or leave the product outdoors while it is raining.
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Keep bystanders away. Do not operate whilst people especially children or pets are in the area.
Warning |
Switch off! Remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is entangled or damaged.
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General | 7. | Do not pull cable around sharp objects. | |
1. | This product is not intended for use by persons | 8. | Always switch off at the mains before discon- |
| (including children) with reduced physical, sen- |
| necting any plug, cable connector or extension |
| sory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience |
| cable. |
| and knowledge, unless they have been given su- | 9. | Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine |
| pervision or instruction concerning the use of the |
| electric supply cable for damage or ageing be- |
| product by a person responsible for their safety. |
| fore winding cable for storage. Do not repair a |
| Children should be supervised to ensure that they |
| damaged cable, replace it with a new one. Use |
| do not play with the product. Local regulations |
| only Flymo replacement cable. |
| may restrict the age of the operator. | 10. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking. | |
2. | Only use the product in the manner and for the | 11. Never carry the product by the cable. | |
| functions described in these instructions. | 12. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the | |
3. | Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or |
| plugs. |
| under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine. | 13. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on | |
4. | The operator or user is responsible for accidents |
| the product rating label. |
| or hazards occurring to other people or their prop- | 14. Our products are double insulated to EN60335. | |
| erty. |
| Under no circumstance should an earth be con- |
5. | Keep bystanders away. Do not operate whilst people, |
| nected to any part of the product. |
| especially children or pets are in the area. | Cables | |
Electrical | Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres length | ||
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING, REMOVE PLUG | maximum. | ||
FROM MAINS AND KEEP FEET AWAY FROM | Maximum rating: | ||
THE SWITCH LEVER WHEN:- CLEANING | 1.00mm2 size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC | ||
AROUND THE INSIDE OF THE SAFETY GUARD, | 1. | Mains cables and extensions are available from | |
REMOVING OR REFITTING SPOOL CAP, MANU- |
| your local Husqvarna UK Ltd. Approved Service | |
ALLY FEEDING OR REPLACING NYLON LINE |
| Centre. | |
1. The use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with | 2. | Only use extension cables specifically designed | |
| a tripping current of not more than 30mA is recom- |
| for outdoor use. |
| mended. Even with a R.C.D. installed 100% safety | Preparation | |
| cannot be guaranteed and safe working practice | 1. | While using your product always wear substan- |
| must be followed at all times. Check your R.C.D. |
| tial footwear and long trousers. |
| every time you use it. | 2. | Before using the machine and after any impact, |
2. | Before use, examine cable for damage, replace |
| check for signs of wear or damage and repair as |
| it if there are signs of damage or ageing. |
| necessary. |
3. | Do not use the product if the electric cables are | 3. | Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove |
| damaged or worn. |
| all objects such as stones, broken glass, nails, wire, |
4. | Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity |
| string etc, which can be thrown or become entangled |
| supply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is dam- |
| in the trimmer head. |
| aged. Do not touch the electric cable until the | 4. | Check that the cutting head, spool and cap are |
| electrical supply has been disconnected. Do not |
| fitted correctly. |
| repair a cut or damaged cable. Replace it with a | Use | |
| new one. | 1. | Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light. |
5. | Your extension cable must be uncoiled or un- | 2. | Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where fea- |
| wound, coiled or wound cables can overheat and |
| sible. |
| reduce the efficiency of your mower. | 3. | Take care in wet grass, you may lose your foot- |
6. | Keep the cable clear of the cutting area and ob- |
| ing. |
| stacles at all times. |
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