SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

Explanation of Symbols on the Turbo Lite 330/350/Turbo 400

4.The operator or user is responsible for accidents or

hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Electrical

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General

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

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 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.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.

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.

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.

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