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3. Do not use the product if the electric cables are9. Always check your product is in a safe operating
damaged or worn. condition before use.
4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity sup-Use
ply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged.1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light.
Do not touch the electric cable until the electrical sup-2. Do not use the product when it is raining or in damp
ply has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut orand wet areas.
damaged cable. Replace it with a new one. 3. Never use the product in or near water or ponds.
5. Your electric cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables4. Know how to stop the product quickly in an emer-
can overheat and reduce the efficiency of the product. gency.
6. Do not pull cable around sharp objects. 5. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
7. Always switch off at the mains before disconnectingnon-slip footwear.
any plug, cable connector or extension cable. 6. Never pick up or carry the product by the cable.
8. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine7. Keep children, pets and bystanders at a safe dis-
electric supply cable for damage or ageing beforetance when using your product.
winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged8. Keep long hair away from air inlet.
cable, replace it with a new one. Use only genuine9. Keep all inlets clear of debris.
replacement cable. 10. Always remain alert.
9. Never carry the product by the cable.11. Do not attempt to use your product without the fully
10. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugsassembled debris bag fitted.
11. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking. 12. Never blow debris in the direction of bystanders.
12. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
product rating label. at all times.
13. Our products are double insulated to EN60335.14. The cutting head and cutting line continue to rotate
Under no circumstance should an earth be connect-after your product has been switched off.
ed to any part of the product.15. Remove the plug from the mains :-
Preparation -before removing or replacing cutting line;
1. Always wear suitable clothing, gloves, and stout shoes. -before removing or replacing fully assembled debris bag;
2. The use of eye protection is recommended. -before leaving the product unattended for any period;
3. The use of ear protection is recommended.-before clearing a blockage;
4. To prevent dust irritation, the wearing of a face-before checking, cleaning or working on the appli-
mask is recommended. ance;
5. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can be-if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check
drawn into the air inlet. immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
6. Do not wear clothing with attachments, i.e. togglesMaintenance and storage
or drawstrings that can be drawn into the air inlet.1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
7. Inspect your product before each use, especially theproduct is in a safe working condition.
parts of the cutting head. Replace cutting line if2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
worn or damaged.3. After use the product should be stored in a safe
8. Do not use if any part is damaged or broken or ifplace where it is protected from damage.
any of the screws are loose. Have it repaired by an4. Inspect the collection bag regularly. If the collection
authorised repairer. bag becomes worn or damaged, replace.
CABLES1. No earth required. Flymo products are double
IMPORTANTinsulated to EN60335 and under no circumstances
? Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 30 metres lengthshould an earth be connected to any part of the
maximum. product.
Maximum rating :2. Ensure the mains voltage suits your product
1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.3. IMPORTANT!
?THE GARDENVAC IS SUPPLIED WITH CABLEThe wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor-
WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT.dance with the following code:
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables areBLUE - NEUTRAL
available from your local Electrolux OutdoorBROWN - LIVE
Products Approved Service Centre. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connect-
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your prod-ed to the Terminal which is marked with the letter 'N'
uct yourself. Please contact your local Electroluxor coloured BLACK.
Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre for furtherThe wire which is coloured BROWN must be con-
information on the connectors and kits available. nected to the Terminal which is marked with the let-
3. Only use extension cables specifically designed forter 'L' or coloured RED.
outdoor use.4. It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor-
CONNECTORSrectly into the 3-pin plug.
IMPORTANT5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or
? Flymo connectors are suitable for use with 2 corequalified electrician before the machine is used.
cable only. Under no circumstances should these6. 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 pro-
? All Flymo connectors and cables are of splashproof con-tect the electrical equipment and are not a safe-
struction. They are not waterproof and must not be leftguard against electrocution.
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.If your product is hard wired i.e. non-detachable
MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENTmains electric cable, a conversion kit and exten-
IMPORTANTsion cable is available from all Electrolux
? If the plug supplied is cut off it should beOutdoor Products Approved Service Centres
destroyed. There is an electric shock hazard if awhich can be found in your local Yellow Pages.
cut off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket. |
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