3
A
B
Handles
CABLES - IMPORTANT
•
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.
• THE HOVER COMPACT IS SUPPLIED WITH AN
ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A
FEMALE CONNECTOR
1.Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are avail-
able from your local Electrolux Outdoor Products
Approved Service Centre.
2.Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product
yourself. Please contact your local Electrolux Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centre for further informa-
tion 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 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 connected to
the Terminal which is marked
with the letter 'N' or coloured
BLACK. The wire which is
coloured BROWN must be con-
nected 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 safeguard
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. (See Figure A)
Handle in Operating Position
•
Lift handle as illustrated in figure B.
• Do not drop the handle.
• Make sure that the cable does not become
trapped between the handles
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
If your product is hard wired i.e. non-detachable
mains electric cable, a conversion kit and exten-
sion cable is available from all Electrolux Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centres which can be
found in your local Yellow Pages.
