16. Remove the plug from the mains :
-
before leaving the mower unattended for any period;
-
before clearing a blockage;
-
before checking, cleaning or working on the appli-
ance;
-
if you hit an object. Do not use your lawnmower
until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in a
safe operating condition.;
-
if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally. Check
immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
lawnmower is in safe working condition.
2. Check the grassbox frequently for wear or deterioration.
3. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
4. Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, spacer
and impeller specified for this product.
5. Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
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.
•
YOUR LAWNMOWER IS SUPPLIED WITH AN
ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A
FEMALE CONNECTOR.
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are
available from your local Electrolux Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centre.
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your prod-
uct yourself. Please contact your local Electrolux
Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre for fur-
ther information on the connectors and kits avail-
able.
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 insulat-
ed 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 connected 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 safe-
guard against electrocution.
E
L
F
U
S
E
N
BLACK
OR
BLUE
RED
OR
BROWN
Assembly Instructions
A1
A2
B1
B2
ensure
the point
of the
screw
stays
inside
the han-
dle
C1
C2
Wheel Assembly (if not already fitted) (A1, A2)
1. Select one of the holes in the mounting plate and
note it as the other wheels will need to be adjusted
to the same position.
(A1)
2. Locate the fixing bolt through hole in the hub cap,
wheel and selected hole in mounting plate.
3. Turn the wheel hub in a clockwise direction until the
wheel assembly is securely located to the deck.
(A2)
Lower Handle Assembly - Venturer 370 (B1, B2)
1. Locate 2 screws into the holes in the handles.
2. Using a pozidrive screwdriver, secure the screws
into the lower handles, ensuring the point of the
screw stays inside the handle.
(B1)
3. Insert lower handles, with screws attached, into the
deck and fully tighten screws.
(B2)
Note: The screw will form its own thread
Lower Handle Assembly - RE420/420c (C1, C2)
1. If your product has Cutting Height with levers
(see
Cutting Height Adjustment)
, ensure the lever is at
the Highest Cut Height before following steps 2 & 3.
2. Insert lower handles into deck as shown in Fig
C1
.
3. Push each handle firmly down until it is located
securely into the deck
(C2)
.
4. Insert screw through the washer and into holes
using a pozidrive screwdriver and tighten fully into
deck as shown in Fig
C2
.
