3
A
B
Handles
CABLES - IMPORTANT
•
Use only 1.00mm
2
size cable up to 40 metres length
maximum.
Maximum rating :
1.00mm
2
size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.
• THE HOVER COMPACT IS SUPPLIED WITH AN
ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A
FEMALE CONNECTOR
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are
available from your local Electrolux Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centre.
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your prod-
uct yourself. Please contact your local Electrolux
Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre for fur-
ther information on the connectors and kits avail-
able.
3. Only use extension cables specifically designed for
outdoor use.
CONNECTORS - IMPORTANT
•
Flymo connectors are suitable for use with 2 core
cable only. Under no circumstances should these
connectors be used for earthed products.
•
All Flymo connectors and cables are of splashproof
construction. They are not waterproof and must not
be left outside permanently nor should they be sub-
merged or immersed in water. Do not let cable lay
or trail through pools of water or splashed with
water from hose pipes.
MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT - IMPORTANT
• If the plug supplied is cut off it should be
destroyed. There is an electric shock hazard if a
cut off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket.
1.
No earth required.
Flymo products are double
insulated to EN60335 and under no circumstances
should an earth be connected to any part of the
product.
2.
Ensure the mains voltage
suits your product
3.
IMPORTANT!
The wires in the mains lead are
coloured in accordance with
the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connect-
ed to the Terminal which is marked with the letter 'N'
or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured
BROWN must be connected to the Terminal which
is marked with the letter 'L' or coloured RED.
4. It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor-
rectly into the 3-pin plug.
5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or
qualified electrician before the machine is used.
6.
A 13 Amp fuse must be fitted to the Mains Plug.
7. The normal plug fuse and household fuse only pro-
tect the electrical equipment and are not a safe-
guard against electrocution.
E
L
F
U
S
E
N
BLACK
OR
BLUE
RED
OR
BROWN
Preparing your lawnmower for use
• Your lawnmower is supplied with the upper han-
dle folded over the machine for packing and
transportation.
Handle in Operating Position
1. Lift handle as illustrated in figure A.
• Do not drop the handle.
• Make sure that the cable does not become
trapped between the handles
2. Fit the cable to the handle with the clip provided
(B)
.
To Start your Lawnmower
1. Connect female extension cable connector to the
back of the switchbox.
(C)
2. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop through
the slot as illustrated in picture
(D)
3. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull the
cable back through the slot as illustrated in picture
(E)
.
4. Connect plug to mains and switch on.
5. To prevent a ring being cut in your lawn and to clear
any residual grass in the collection chute, tilt your
lawnmower slightly.
The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button (F1)
to prevent accidental starting.
5. Press and hold the lock-off button
(F1)
on the switch-
box, then squeeze one of the Start/Stop levers
towards the upper handle
(G)
.
6. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever towards the
upper handle and release the lock-off button.
7. When the lawnmower has reached full speed gently
lower it onto the lawn.
• NOTE: There are two start/stop levers fitted. Either one
can be used for starting the lawnmower. IMPORTANT:
Do not use the start/stop levers intermittently
To Stop your Lawnmower
1. To prevent a ring being cut in your lawn and to clear
any residual grass in the collection chute, tilt your
lawnmower slightly.
2. Release the pressure on the Start/Stop lever.
Starting and Stopping
D
F
G
E
1
C
