any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
8. 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 re-
placement cable.
9. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
10.Never carry the product by the cable.
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.
13.Flymo products are double insulated to EN60335.
Under no circumstances should an earth be con-
nected 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 blade.
3. Before using the product and after any impact, check for
signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
4. Replace worn or damaged blades together with their
fixings in sets to preserve balance.
Use
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Do not operate the product whilst people, especially
children or pets are in the area.
3. Avoid operating your product in wet grass, where feasible.
4. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
5. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
non-slip footwear.
6. Operate across the face of slopes, never up and down.
7. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.
8. Operating on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do
not operate on banks or steep slopes.
9. Use extreme caution when reversing or 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.Switch on the motor according to instructions and
with feet well away from the blade(s). Do not put
hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
13.Do not tilt 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 re-
turning the product to the ground.
14.Never pick up or carry the product when it is operat-
ing or still connected to the mains supply.
15.Remove the plug from the mains :
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before touching the blade (ensure the blade has
come to a complete stop.):
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before leaving the product unattended for any period;
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before clearing a blockage;
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before checking, cleaning or working on the product;
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if you hit an object. Do not use your product until you
are sure that the entire product is in a safe operating
condition.;
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if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check im-
mediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
Maintenance and storage
1. Caution: Do not touch rotating blade.
2. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
lawnmower is in safe working condition.
3. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
4. Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, spacers
and impeller specified for this product.
5. Be careful during adjustment of the product to pre-
vent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
6. If, during the life of the product, the belt begins to
slip, return the product to an Authorised Service
Dealer for maintenance.
7. Store in a cool, dry place and out of reach of chil-
dren. Do not store outdoors.
8. Allow the product to cool for at least 30 minutes be-
fore storing.
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 TURBO LITE 330 IS SUPPLIED WITH CABLE
WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT.
•
THE TURBO LITE 350/400 IS SUPPLIED WITH AN
ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A FE-
MALE CONNECTOR
1.
Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are
available from your local Approved Service Centre.
2.
Do not wire an extension cable directly to your
product yourself. Please contact your local Ap-
proved Service Centre for further information on the
connectors and kits available.
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 insu-
lated 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 accor-
dance with the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be con-
nected to the Terminal which is marked with the let-
ter 'N' or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be con-
nected to the Terminal which is marked with the let-
ter '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.
If your product is hard wired i.e. non-detachable mains
electric cable, a conversion kit and extension cable is
available from all Approved Service Centres which
can be found in your local Yellow Pages.