Flymo 400 User Manual

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Read before use

& retain for future reference

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ROLLER COMPACT

400/4000

ROLLER COMPACT

400

ROLLER COMPACT

4000

Carton Contents

IMPORTANT ! Please check the contents of the carton are correct BEFORE assembling your new Flymo product.
IF ANY P

ARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT:-

Electrolux Outdoor Products Customer Service Department direct
Telephone : [phone], Fax : [phone]

grassbox lid

deck

upper handle

lower handle

electric cable with

moulded on plug

lock-off

button

height adjsut-

ment lever

handle

knob

bolts

washers

cable

clips

lower handle

fixing pins

instruction

manual

Safety

If not used properly this lawnmower can be dangerous! This lawnmower 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 lawnmower. The operator is responsible for following the warning
and safety instructions in this manual and on the lawnmower. Never use the mower unless the grass­box or guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position.

Explanation of Symbols on the Roller Compact 400/4000

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 mow whilst
people especially children or pets are in the
mowing area

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

Beware of severing toes or hands.
Do not put hands or feet near a rotating
blade.

Blade continues to rotate after the machine
is switched off.
Wait until all machine components have
completely stopped before touching them.

Do not mow in the rain or leave the lawn­mower outdoors while raining

(RC4000 only)

Unwind and remove fully before use.

nuts

spanner/scraper

ROLLER COM-

PACT 400

ROLLER COM-

PACT 4000

upper handle

lower handle

lock-off

button

cable

clips

deck

nuts

height adjsut-

ment lever

handle

knob

bolts

washers

instruction

manual

electric cable with

moulded on plug

spanner/scraper

lower handle

fixing pins

grassbox lid

Easi-Reel

cable spool

STOP

General

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

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

3. Never operate the lawnmower 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, replace it if
there are signs of damage or ageing.

3. Do not use the lawnmower 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 or unwound,
coiled or wound cables can overheat and reduce the
efficiency of your mower.

6. Keep cable away from lawnmower, 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 bef

ore 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.

Preparation

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

2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones,
wire and debris; they could be thrown by the blade.

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 lawnmower only in daylight or good artificial light.

2. Avoid operating your lawnmower 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. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.

6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.

7. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do
not mow on banks

or steep slopes.

8. Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could trip.

9. Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you.

10.Switch off before pushing the mower over surfaces
other than grass.

11.Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards
or without guards in place.

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

13.Do not tilt lawnmower when the motor is running,
except when starting and stopping. In this case, do
not tilt more than absolutely necessary and lift only
the part which is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating position
before returning the appliance to the ground.

14.Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating
or still connected to the mains supply.

15.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 appliance;

- 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/grassbag 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 30 metres length

maximum.

Maximum rating :

1.00mm

2

size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.

• THE ROLLER COMPACT 400/4000 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 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
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 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
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 ear th 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 13 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.