Flymo CT250 User Manual

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Read before use

& retain for future reference

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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]

Safety

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 Cordless Trimmer

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 nylon line.

Warning

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

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.

Battery
Cordless Battery Powered Products require special care.

1. AVOID ACCIDENT ALSTARTING
KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM THE
SWITCH LEVER WHILE CARRYING THE TRIMMER.

2. Always charge the product indoors and store in a
cool dry place - out of the reach of children.

3. Use only the charger provided with your unit. Use of
any other charger could permanently damage the
battery and the trimmer.

4. Use the charger with standard domestic household
electrical outlets only.

5. Do not abuse the charger or charger cord.

6. Do not use the charger if the charger or charger cord
is damaged.

7. Use the charger indoors only.

8. Do not use the charger outdoors.

9. Store and charge this unit in a cool, dry well ventilated
location and out of the reach of children.

handle

knob

handle bolt

steady handle

guard

wall bracket

Integrated

battery

charger

scraper tool

instruction

manual

fixing plugs

screws

shoulder harness

nut (if applicable)

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10. Do not charge the battery or use the unit in an
explosive or corrosive environment. Avoid areas
where flammable liquids or gases are present to
avoid creating a fire or explosion.

11. Do not attempt to repair the unit including the battery.
Nylon line replacement and cleaning the unit are the
only items suitable for user maintenance.

12. Do not insert any object into the motor area. Keep
free of debris to avoid overheating.

13. Do not incinerate or mutilate the battery. Batteries
contain hazardous chemicals. Dispose of properly.

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, spool and cap are fit­ted correctly.

Use

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. Switch off before pushing the trimmer over surfaces
other than grass.

7. Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or
without guards in place.

8. Never fit metal cutting elements.

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

10. Keep cutting head below waist level.

11. Do not lean over the trimmer guard whilst trimming or
edging - objects may be thrown by the cutting line.

12. Beware of cut-off pieces of nylon line ejected during use.

13. If you hit an object, do not use your trimmer until
you are sure that the entire trimmer is in a safe
operating condition.

14. 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. Clean unit with a dry cloth. Never use metal objects
to clean the unit.

7. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Any repairs
must be carried out by an authorised repairer.

Battery Care

1. If over a period of time the battery quickly runs down
after a full 24 hour charging period, a replacement
battery is needed.

2. There will be some charge present in the battery but
to ensure maximum running time, recharge your
trimmer for 24 hours before use.

3. Permanent connection to the charger in a well venti­lated area will automatically keep your battery fully
charged ready for use.

4. To prevent permanent battery damage, never store
in a discharged condition.

5. Contact your local approved service
centre/dealer/distributor for a replacement battery
and for safe disposal of your old battery.

6. Battery
12 Volt 7 Amp/Hour
"High Power"
Sealed for Life
No maintenance required

• IMPORTANT
DISPOSE OF YOUR OLD BATTERIES SAFELY
DO NOT CUT OPEN, BURN OR INCINERATE.

Battery Replacement

Should your battery need to be replaced contact your local
approved service centre or dealer who will remove your old
battery and fit a genuine Flymo replacement battery.

IMPORTANT
The red lead should always be connected to the red
terminal on the battery. The black lead should always
be connected to the black terminal on the battery.
Bench Top Re-charging

The wall bracket can also be used as a "bench top"
stand for re-charging your cordless trimmer.

Winter Storage

1. Fully charge for 24 hours before winter storage.

2. If you are unable to leave your cordless trimmer on
permanent charge, re-charge the battery every 3 to
4 months for a full 24 hour charging period to top up
the battery charge during winter storage.

3. Avoid extended storage without re-charge.

4. Store in a cool dry place.

For further information on Battery replacement contact
Electrolux Outdoor Products Customer Service direct:­Telephone : [phone]
Fax :[phone]

Battery

Assembly Instructions

Safety Guard Assembly (A), (B) & (C)

1. Align the arrow on the top of the safety guard (A1)
with the arrow on the side of the trimmer (A2).

2. Locate the safety guard (A3) over the cutting head
(A4). Ensure the nylon line is fed through the hole in
the safety guard as illustrated in fig A.

3. Push into location and turn safety guard in the direc­tion illustrated in Fig B, until a click is heard and the
safety guard is securely locked in position.

• ENSURE THE SAFETY GUARD IS SECURELY IN PLACE
BY ATTEMPTING TO TWIST GUARD.See fig C.

A

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4

2

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