Flymo GLIDER G330, GLIDER G350 Original Instructions Manual

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Original Instructions

GLIDER

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electric cable
with moulded

on plug

instruction

manual

spanner/scraper tool (inside

product under grassbox)

Safety

If not used properly this lawnmower can be dangerous! This lawnmower can cause serious injury
to the operator and others. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the lawnmower. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety in­structions in this manual and on the lawnmower. Never use the lawnmower unless the grassbox
or guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position.

Explanation of Symbols on your 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 mow
whilst people especially children or pets
are in the mowing 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 cable supply away from the
blade.

switchbox

start/stop lever

cable clip

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 the
instructions to use the machine.

3. Stop using the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.

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

5. Never operate the lawnmower 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.

Electrical

1. We 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, coiled cables
can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.

6. Keep cable away from the blades, the blades can
cause damage to the 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, have it replaced with a new one.

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. Do not operate when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.

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 if the product has to be tilted for
transportation, when crossing surfaces other than
grass and when transporting the product to and
from the area to be mowed.

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

12. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.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 mower;

- 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. Caution: Do not touch rotating blade.

2. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the lawnmower is in safe working condition.

3. Check the grassbox/grassbag frequently for wear
or deterioration.

4. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

5. Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt,
spacer and impeller specified for this product.

6. Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.

7. If during the life of the product, the belt begins to
slip. Return the product to an Authorised Service
Dealer for maintenance.

8. Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of
children. Do not store outdoors.

9. Allow the product to cool for atleast 30 minutes
before storing.