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 the product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to
make sure you understand all the
controls and what they do
Keep bystanders away. Do not operater
whilst people especially children or pets
are in the area
Switch off! Remove plug from mains
before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is
entangled or damaged. Keep the cable
away from the blade.
Danger rotating blades. Keep hands out
of openings when machine is running.
Cutting blade continues to rotate after the
machine is switched off. Wait until all
machine components have completely
stopped before touching them.
Do not use in the rain or leave the
product outdoors while raining
Wear eye protection
Wear Gloves
General
1. This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the product by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the product.
3. Stop using the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
4. Only use the product in the manner and for the
functions described in these instructions.
5. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
6. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Electrical
Important :- For a reliable and interference-free function
of the machine, it is necessary to use a socket fused with
16 amps. If you are not sure, please let it be checked by
an electrician.
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 the cable for signs of damage,
or ageing. If the cable is found to be defective, take
the product to an Authorised Service Centre and
have the cable replaced.
3. Do not use the product 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 product.
6. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
7. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting
any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
8. Switch off before removing or fitting the collection box.
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 pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
12. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on
the product rating label.
Cables
If you want to use an extension cable when operating
your product, only the following cable dimentions should
be used.
- 1.5 mm
2
: max length 25 m
- 2.5 mm
2
: max length 40 m
Minimum rating
1.5mm
2
size cable 16 amps 250 volts AC
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from
your local Approved Service Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed
for outdoor use.
Preparation
1. Always wear suitable clothing, gloves, and stout shoes.
Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing or that has hanging cords
or ties.
2. Obtain and wear safety glasses at all times.
3. Before using the machine check that all screws,
nuts, bolts and other fasteners are properly
secured and guards and screens in place and in
good working condition.
4. Replace damaged or unreadable warning and
operating labels.
5. Before starting the product, make certain that the feed
inlet is empty.
6. Do not operate the product in the vicinity of bystanders.
Use
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial
light.
2. Operate the product only on a firm, level surface.
3. Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or
clothing inside the feed inlet or near any moving part.
4. Keep face and body away from the feed inlet opening.
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