Electrolux Flymo Contour Power Plus user manual

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Carton Contents

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ARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT:-

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Safety

General

1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the trimmer. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator.

2. Only use the trimmer in the manner and for the
functions described in these instructions.

3. Never operate the trimmer when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.

4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Electrical

1. The British Standards Institute recommend the use
of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping
current of not more than 30mA. 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 cable for damage. If there are
signs of damage or ageing, it must be replaced by
the manufacturers service agent or a similar quali­fied person to avoid hazard.

If not used properly this trimmer can be dangerous! This trimmer 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 this trimmer. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instruc­tions in this manual and on the trimmer.

Explanation of Symbols on the Contour Power Plus

Warning

Read the user instructions carefully to
make sure you understand all the con­trols and what they do.

Keep others, including children, pets and
bystanders outside the 10 metre hazard
zone. Stop the trimmer immediately if you
are approached.

The use of eye protection is recommend­ed to protect against objects thrown by
the cutting line.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock,
do not use in damp or wet conditions.

Switch off! Remove plug from mains
before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is
entangled or damaged.

Warning: The cutting line continues to rotate after the
machine has been switched off.

Switch Handle

Electric Cable with
moulded on plug

Guard

Instruction
Manual

Tube

Steady Handle

Wheel

Trimmer Head

10m

360º

3. Do not use the trimmer 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 trimmer.

6. Keep the cable clear of the cutting area and obsta­cles at all times.

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 befor

e

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. While using your product always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.

2. Before using the machine and after any impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.

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 is fitted correctly.

Use
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. REMOVE PLUG
FROM MAINS AND KEEP FEET AWAY FROM THE
SWITCH LEVER WHEN:- CLEANING AROUND THE
INSIDE OF THE SAFETY GUARD, REMOVING OR

REFITTING SPOOL CAP, MANUALLY FEEDING OR
REPLACING NYLON LINE.

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. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at
all times and especially when switching on the motor.

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 :

- before leaving the trimmer unattended for any period;

- before clearing a blockage;

- before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;

- if you hit an object. Do not use your trimmer until
you are sure that the entire trimmer is in a safe
operating condition;

- if the trimmer 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
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.

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 CONTOUR POWER PLUS IS SUPPLIED
WITH AN ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE WIRED
DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT.

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 prod­uct yourself. Please contact your local Electrolux
Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre for further
information on the connectors and kits available.

3. Only use extension cables specifically designed for
outdoor use.

CONNECTORS

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 submerged
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

• 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 connected to the Terminal which is marked with
the letter ‘L’ or coloured RED.

4. It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor­rectly into the 3-pin plug.

5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or
qualified electrician before the machine is used.

6. A 5 Amp fuse must be fitted to the Mains Plug.

7. The normal plug fuse and household fuse only pro­tect the electrical equipment and are not a safe­guard 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 Electrolux Outdoor
Products Approved Service Centres which can be
found in your local Yellow Pages.