Flymo Turbo Lite 350-400 User Manual

0 (0)
Flymo Turbo Lite 350-400 User Manual

 

 

 

INFORMATION

IMPORTANT

reference

 

 

use

 

Read

before

future

 

for

 

 

 

&

retain

 

 

 

 

 

 

For all customer enquiries or for replacement parts, contact:-

01325 300303 www.flymo.com

eop.customer.services@electrolux.co.uk

Carton Contents

IMPORTANT ! Please check the

contents of the carton are correct BEFORE assembling your new

Flymo product.

IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT:-

Electrolux Outdoor Products Customer Service Department direct Telephone : 01325 300303,

Fax : 01325 318193

cable clip x 2

upper handle

 

bolt x 2

nut x 2

washer x 2

plastic handle knob x 2

electric cable with moulded on plug

fixing pin x 2

lower handle

instruction

manual

spanner/scraper tool

cutting height spacers

(Turbo Lite 330 - 1 fitted to lawn-

mower & 2 in loose parts pack) (Turbo Lite 350/400 - 1 fitted to

lawnmower & 3 in loose parts pack)

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.

Explanation of Symbols on the Turbo Lite

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.

STOP

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

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, coiled 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.Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug, cable connector or extension cable.

8.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, replace it with a new one. Use only Flymo replacement cable.

9.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.

10.Never carry the product by the cable.

11.Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.

12.Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the product rating label.

13.Flymo products are double insulated to EN60335. Under no circumstances should an earth be con-

nected 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.Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

3.Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, spacers and impeller specified for this product.

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

CABLES

MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT

IMPORTANT

IMPORTANT

 

 

Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres

If the plug supplied is cut off it should be

 

length maximum.

 

 

destroyed. There is an electric shock hazard if

Maximum rating :

 

 

a cut off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket.

1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.

1.

No earth required. Flymo products are double

THE TURBO LITE 330 IS SUPPLIED WITH

 

 

insulated to EN60335 and under no circum-

 

CABLE WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PROD-

 

 

stances should an earth be connected to any part

 

UCT.

 

 

of the product.

 

THE TURBO LITE 350/400 IS SUPPLIED WITH

2.

Ensure the mains voltage suits your product

 

AN ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A

3.

IMPORTANT!

 

 

FEMALE CONNECTOR

 

 

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor-

1.

Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are

 

 

dance with the following code:

 

available from your local Electrolux Outdoor

 

 

BLUE

-

NEUTRAL

 

Products Approved Service Centre.

 

 

BROWN

-

LIVE

2.

Do not wire an extension cable directly to your

 

 

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be con-

 

product yourself. Please contact your local

 

 

nected to the Terminal which is marked with the

 

Electrolux Outdoor Products Approved Service

 

 

letter 'N' or coloured BLACK.

 

Centre for further information on the connectors

 

 

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be con-

 

and kits available.

 

 

nected to the Terminal which is marked with the

3.

Only use extension cables specifically designed

 

 

letter 'L' or coloured RED.

 

for outdoor use.

4.

It is important that the outer sheath is clamped

CONNECTORS

 

 

correctly into the 3-pin plug.

IMPORTANT

5.

If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or

Flymo connectors are suitable for use with 2 core

 

 

qualified electrician before the machine is used.

 

cable only. Under no circumstances should these

6.

A 13 Amp fuse must be fitted to the Mains Plug.

 

connectors be used for earthed products.

7.

The normal plug fuse and household fuse only

All Flymo connectors and cables are of splash-

 

 

protect the electrical equipment and are not a

 

proof construction. They are not waterproof and

 

 

safeguard against electrocution.

 

must not be left outside permanently nor should

 

 

 

 

 

 

they be submerged or immersed in water. Do not

 

If your product is hard wired i.e. non-detachable

 

 

mains electric cable, a conversion kit and exten-

 

let cable lay or trail through pools of water or

 

 

 

sion cable is available from all Electrolux Outdoor

 

splashed with water from hose pipes.

 

 

 

Products Approved Service Centres which can be

 

 

 

 

 

 

found in your local Yellow Pages.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loading...
+ 5 hidden pages