SAFETy PRECAUTIONS
Explanation of Symbols on the product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to make
sure you understand all the controls and
what they do.
Always keep the lawnmower on the ground
when mowing. Tilting or lifting the
lawnmower may cause stones to be thrown
out
Keep bystanders away. Do not operate
whilst people especially children or pets are
in the area
Beware of sharp blades - remove plug from
mains before maintenance or if cable is
damaged.
Blades continue to rotate after the machine
is switched off.
Keep the supply cable away from the blade.
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 prodduct 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.
7. Read the user instructions carefully to make sure
you understand all the controls and what they do.
Electrical
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 mower.
6. Keep cables away from the blade. The blade can
cause damage to cables and lead to contact with live
parts. Always work away from the power point
mowing up and down, never in circles.
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. 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 carry the product by the cable.
12. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
13. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on
the product rating label.
14. Our products are double insulated to EN60335.
Under no circumstance should an earth be
connected to any part of the product.
Cables
If you want to use an extension cable when operating
your product, only the following cable dimensions
should be used.
- 1.0 mm
2
: max length 40 m
- 1.5 mm
2
: max length 60 m
- 2.5 mm
2
: max length 100 m
Minimum rating
:
1.00mm
2
size cable 10 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 and which conform to one of the
following specifications: Ordinary rubber (60245 IEC
53), Ordinary PVC (60227 IEC 53) or Ordinary PCP
(60245 IEC 57)
3. If the short connection lead is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Preparation
1. While using your product always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandlas.
2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones, wire
and debris; they could be thrown by the cutting parts.
3. Before using the machine 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 whilst people especially children or
pets are in the area.
3. Avoid operating your product in wet grass, where feasible.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and
wear non-slip footwear.
5. Use across the face of slopes, never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.
7. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
8. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
product towards you.
If not used properly your product can be dangerous! your 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 your
product. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the product.
Never use the product unless the grassbox or guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position.
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