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1 Carton Contents switchbox electric cable with moulded on plug start/stop lever instruction manual spanner/scraper tool cutting height spacers (1 fitted to lawnmower & 2 in loose parts pack IMPORTANT ! Please check the contents of the carton are correct BEFORE assembling your new Flymo product.
2 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.
3 CABLES - IMPORTANT • Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 30 metres length maximum. Maximum rating : 1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC. • THE HOVER COMPACT 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.
4 How to Mow 1. For the best results mow the outside edge of the lawn in a clockwise direction first. (H1) 2. Then start mowing the edge of the lawn nearest to the power point so the cable is laid out on the lawn you have already cut. (H2) 3. For best grass collection always mow in a straight line, 2 do not swing the lawnmower from side to side. Do Not Overload Your Mower Mowing long thick grass may cause the motor speed to drop, you will hear a change in the motor sound.
5 Removing, Emptying and Refitting the Grassbox cont’ M N Emptying the Grassbox • Stop the lawnmower, as described in ‘To Stop your Lawnmower’ and wait until the blade has stopped rotating, BEFORE lifting the grassbox lid. 1. Lift the grassbox lid and rest it against the lower handle (M). 2. Remove the grassbox using the moulded handle recesses at the front and rear of the grassbox. (N). 3. Empty grassbox. 4 Replace grassbox and lid carefully.
6 Fault Finding Hints Fails to Operate 1. Is the correct Starting procedure being followed? See ‘To Start your Lawnmower’ 2. Is the Power Turned On? 3. Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace. 4. Fuse continues to blow? Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Service Centre. Poor Flotation 1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply. 2. Clean the underside of the hood and the fan blades. 3. Raise to a higher height of cut.
Environmental Information Electrolux Outdoor Products are manufactured under an Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) using, where practical, components manufactured in the most environmentally responsible manner, according to company procedures, and with the potential for recycling at the end of the products’ life. • Packaging is recyclable and plastic components have been labelled (where practical) for categorised recycling.
