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SAFETY
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. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of
the plugs.
10. 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.
11. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding
kinking.
12. Use only on AC mains supply voltage
shown on the product rating label.
13. Flymo trimmers are double insulated to
EN60335. Under no circumstance should
an earth be connected to any part of the
trimmer.
Preparation
1. Do not trim barefoot or in open sandals.
Always wear suitable clothing, gloves, and
stout shoes.
2. Inspect the trimmer before each use,
especially the parts of the cutting head.
3. Inspect the area to be cut before each use.
Remove all objects such as stones, broken
glass, nails, wire, string etc, which can be
thrown or become entangled in the trimmer
head.
4. Check that the cutting head, spool and cap
are fitted correctly.
Use
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. KEEP
YOUR HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM
THE SWITCH LEVER.
1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good
artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass,
where feasible.
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your
footing.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing
and wear non-slip footwear.
5. Do not walk backwards when trimming, you
could trip. Walk never run.
6. Keep cutting head below waist level.
7. Switch off before pushing the trimmer over
surfaces other than grass.
8. Never operate the trimmer with damaged
guards or without guards in place.
9. Never fit metal cutting elements.
10. Avoid possible injuries to feet and hands
from rotating cutting line. Always start the
trimmer carefully with feet and hands well
away from the cutting head.
11. Never pick up or carry a trimmer by the
cable.
12. Do not lean over the trimmer guard -
objects may be thrown by the cutting line.
13. Remove the plug from the mains :
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
sure the trimmer is in safe working
condition.
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
3. Only use the replacement cutting line
specified for this product.
4. Only use replacement parts and
accessories recommended by Electrolux
Outdoor Products.
5. To avoid the risk of injury keep fingers and
hands clear of the line cutter on the leading
edge of the guard.
6. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly.
Any repairs must be carried out by an
authorised repairer.
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before leaving the trimmer unattended
for any period;
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before clearing a blockage;
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before checking, cleaning or working
on the appliance;
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if you hit an object. Do not use your
trimmer until you are sure that the
entire trimmer is in a safe operating
condition;
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if the trimmer starts to vibrate
abnormally. Check immediately.
Excessive vibration can cause injury.
