Flymo 600 HD: инструкция

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Carton Contents

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Safety

If not used properly this trimmer can be dangerous! This trimmer can cause serious injury to the opera-

tor 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 instruc-

tions in this manual and on the trimmer.

Explanation of Symbols on the Power Trim

The use of eye protection is recommend-

ed to protect against objects thrown by

Warning

the cutting line.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock,

Read the user instructions carefully to

do not use in damp or wet conditions.

make sure you understand all the con-

trols and what they do.

Switch off! Remove plug from mains

Keep others, including children, pets and

before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is

bystanders outside the 10 metre hazard

entangled or damaged.

zone. Stop the trimmer immediately if you

are approached.

Warning: The cutting line continues to rotate after the

machine has been switched off.

General

Electrical

1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these

1. The British Standards Institute recommend the use

instructions to use the trimmer. Local regulations

of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping

may restrict the age of the operator.

current of not more than 30mA. Even with a R.C.D.

2. Only use the trimmer in the manner and for the

installed 100% safety cannot be guaranteed and

functions described in these instructions.

safe working practice must be followed at all times.

3. Never operate the trimmer when you are tired, ill or

Check your R.C.D. every time you use it.

under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.

2. Before use, examine cable for damage. If there are

4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or

signs of damage or ageing, it must be replaced by

hazards occurring to other people or their property.

the manufacturers service agent or a similar quali-

fied person to avoid hazard.

Switch Handle

Steady Handle

Tube

Trimmer Head

Instruction

Electric Cable with

Manual

Guard

moulded on plug

3. Do not use the trimmer if the electric cables are

REFITTING SPOOL CAP, MANUALLY FEEDING OR

damaged or worn.

REPLACING NYLON LINE.

4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity sup-

1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.

ply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged.

2. Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where feasible.

Do not touch the electric cable until the electrical sup-

3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.

ply has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or

4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear

damaged cable. Replace it with a new one.

non-slip footwear.

5. Your extension cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables

5. Do not walk backwards when trimming, you could

can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your trimmer.

trip. Walk never run.

6. Keep the cable clear of the cutting area and obsta-

6. Keep cutting head below waist level.

cles at all times.

7. Switch off before pushing the trimmer over surfaces

7. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.

other than grass.

8. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting

8. Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or

any plug, cable connector or extension cable.

without guards in place.

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

9. Never fit metal cutting elements.

10. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine

10. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at

electric supply cable for damage or ageing befor

e

all times and especially when switching on the motor.

winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged

11. Never pick up or carry a trimmer by the cable.

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

12. Do not lean over the trimmer guard - objects may

replacement cable.

be thrown by the cutting line.

11. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.

13. Remove the plug from the mains :

12. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the

- before leaving the trimmer unattended for any period;

product rating label.

- before clearing a blockage;

13. Flymo trimmers are double insulated to EN60335.

- before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;

Under no circumstance should an earth be connect-

- if you hit an object. Do not use your trimmer until

ed to any part of the trimmer.

you are sure that the entire trimmer is in a safe

Preparation

operating condition;

1. While using your product always wear substantial

- if the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally. Check

footwear and long trousers.

immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.

2. Before using the machine and after any impact, check

Maintenance and storage

for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.

1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

3. Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove

trimmer is in safe working condition.

all objects such as stones, broken glass, nails, wire,

2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

string etc, which can be thrown or become entan-

3. Only use the replacement cutting line specified for

gled in the trimmer head.

this product.

4. Check that the cutting head is fitted correctly.

4. Only use replacement parts and accessories recom-

Use

mended by Electrolux Outdoor Products.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. REMOVE PLUG

5. To avoid the risk of injury keep fingers and hands clear

FROM MAINS AND KEEP FEET AWAY FROM THE

of the line cutter on the leading edge of the guard.

SWITCH LEVER WHEN:- CLEANING AROUND THE

6. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Any

INSIDE OF THE SAFETY GUARD, REMOVING OR

repairs must be carried out by an authorised repair-

er.

Cables

IMPORTANT

1. No earth required. Flymo products are double

2

Use only 1.00mm

size cable up to 40 metres length

insulated to EN60335 and under no circumstances

maximum.

should an earth be connected to any part of the

Maximum rating:

product.

2

1.00mm

size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.

2. Ensure the mains voltage suits your product.

THE POWER TRIM IS SUPPLIED WITH AN

3. IMPORTANT!

ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE WIRED DIRECTLY

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance

INTO THE PRODUCT.

with the following code:

1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are

BLUE - NEUTRAL

available from your local Electrolux Outdoor

BROWN - LIVE

Products Approved Service Centre.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to

2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your prod-

the Terminal which is marked with the letter ‘N’ or

uct yourself. Please contact your local Electrolux

coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN

Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre for further

must be connected to the Terminal which is marked with

information on the connectors and kits available.

the letter ‘L’ or coloured RED.

3. Only use extension cables specifically designed for

4. It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor-

outdoor use.

rectly into the 3-pin plug.

CONNECTORS

5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or

Flymo connectors are suitable for use with 2 core cable

qualified electrician before the machine is used.

only. Under no circumstances should these connectors

6. A 5 Amp fuse must be fitted to the Mains Plug.

be used for earthed products.

7. The normal plug fuse and household fuse only pro-

All Flymo connectors and cables are of splashproof

tect the electrical equipment and are not a safe-

construction. They are not waterproof and must not be

guard against electrocution.

left 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

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

hose pipes.

mains electric cable, a conversion kit and exten-

MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT

sion cable is available from all Electrolux Outdoor

• If the plug supplied is cut off it should be

Products Approved Service Centres which can be

destroyed. There is an electric shock hazard if a

found in your local Yellow Pages.

cut off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket.

Assembly Instructions

A1

A2

Assembly of Switch Handle to Tube (A1)

• Ensure that the internal cable is not twisted.

1. Insert the tube into the switch handle.

2. Push until it clicks into position.

• ENSURE THAT THE TUBE IS FULLY LOCATED BY

ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE IT.

Assembly of T

rimmer Head to Tube (A2)

• Ensure that the internal cable is not twisted.

1. Insert the tube into the trimmer head.

2. Push until it clicks into position.

B1

B2

• ENSURE THAT THE TUBE IS FULLY LOCATED BY

ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE IT.

Safety Guar

d Assembly (B1) & (B2)

1. Locate the safety guard over the cutting head.

Ensure the nylon line is fed through the hole in the

safety guard as illustrated in fig B1.

2. Push into location and turn safety guard in the direc-

tion illustrated in Fig B2, 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.

Steady Handle Assembly (C)

C D

1. Depress the two buttons on the sides of the switch

handle.

2. Locate the steady handle over the buttons and

release the buttons.

3. Adjust the steady handle to the most comfortable

1

operating position by depressing the buttons and

2

moving the handle.

Height Adjustment (D)

3

1. Turn height adjuster (D1) in the direction indicated to

un-lock (D2).

2. Adjust the length of the tube to the most comfortable

operating position.

E1 E2

3. Turn height adjuster in the opposite direction to lock

(D3).

• ENSURE THAT THE TUBE IS FULLY SECURED.

Cable Restraint (E1) & (E2)

1. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop through

the slot as illustrated in picture (E1).

2. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull the

cable back through the slot as illustrated in picture

(E2).

Double Auto Feed System

How the automatic line feed works (F)

F

1. When initially switching on the trimmer, a small length

of line is fed out.

2. A ‘clattering’ noise will be heard when the two nylon

lines hit the line cutter. DO NOT BE ALARMED this

is quite normal. After approximately 5 seconds the

line will be cut to the correct length and the noise will

reduce as the motor reaches full speed.

• Make sure the motor is up to full speed before

trimming or edging.

3. If the noise of the nylon line being cut cannot be

heard, more line will need to be fed out.

4. To feed more line, it is first necessary to to allow the

line cutter

motor to stop completely, then re-start, allowing the

motor to reach full speed.

5. Repeat step 4. until you hear the lines hitting against the

cutter. (Do not repeat this procedure more than 6 times)

6. If problems are experienced with the automatic line

feed refer to Fault Finding Chart.

How to trim and edge

G

H

• WARNING

• The use of eye protection is recommended.

Do not lean over the trimmer whilst trimming or

edging, objects may be thrown by the cutting

line.

Do not allow cutting head to rest on the ground.

Do not overload your trimmer.

Overloading can be avoided by making sure the

motor speed does not drop unduly.

DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS ELECTRICITY

SUPPLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTE-

NANCE OR ADJUSTMENT.

J

• BEFORE USE

Make sure that both lines are fed out.

• Make sure motor is up to full speed before trim-

ming or edging.

How to trim

1. Hold as illustrated in Fig G.

2. To start, squeeze the switch lever.

3. Cut with nylon line at an angle using the tip. See Fig

H.

K

4. Swing trimmer in and out of the cutting area taking

small cuts (J)

1

5. Line is fed out automatically every time the trimmer

2

head stops rotating and returns to operating speed.

• Extra line can be fed out manually as described in

Manual line feed

6. To stop your trimmer release the switch lever.

How to edge

1. To convert to edging mode, depress the locking but-

ton (K1) and twist head anti-clockwise (K2). An audi-

ble "click" will confirm that the head is locked. Ensure

L

the button has returned to its original position.

2. Hold as illustrated in Fig G.

3. To start, squeeze the switch lever.

4. Rest the edger on the roller for extra stability and line

up the edge of the lawn with the two indicators on the

guard (L1). Edge in direction indicated in Fig L.

5. To return to trimming mode, depress the locking but-

1

ton and twist head clockwise. An audible "click" will

confirm that the head is locked. Ensure the button

has returned to its original position.

Manual line feed

M

To manually feed the nylon line (M)

1. If required line can be fed out manually.

2. To operate, press and release manual line feed but-

ton, whilst gently pulling on one of the lines until the

line reaches the line cutter.

3. When the required amount of line is fed out, gently

pull on the second line (there is no need to press the

manual line feed button again).

4. If the line extends past the line cutter, too much line

has been fed out.

5. If too much line is fed out, remove the spool cap and

manual line

click spool anti-clockwise until the line is at the desired

feed button

length.

Cutting Head

N

To remove spool cap

Cap

1. Press and hold in the two cap release latches. (N).

2. Pull

cap away from the spoolholder. (N).

When r

efitting the spool cap

Cap release

1. Keep all areas of the cap and spoolholder clean.

latch

Failure to do so may prevent the cap being securely

located in the spoolholder.

Spool

2. Replace the cap, pr

essing firmly DOWN towards

the spoolholder to ensure cap is fully located.

3. Check that the cap is correctly fitted by trying to

remove it without depressing the two latches.

T

o replace nylon line

Slot

For your convenience it is recommended you buy spool

Spoolholder

and line complete. Nylon line only is also available.

Both are available from Electrolux Outdoor Products

stockists.

P

P1

T

o fit spool and line complete:

1. Remove the cap.

2. Remove old spool.

3. Place spool into spoolholder.

4. Release one line from cleat (Q1).

5. Secure line into slot (P1).

6. Repeat for second line.

• Ensure spool is fully located by gently rotating it

during fitment, whilst keeping the spoolholder

steady.

7. Refit the cap.

T

o fit nylon line only:

Q1

Cleat

• Remember! Your Flymo Trimmer is designed to use

only nylon line with a maximum diameter of

1.5mm. Use only genuine Flymo nylon line.

1. IMPORTANT - Always wind the line onto the

Q

upper section of the spool first.

Take approximately 5 metres of line. Insert 15mm of

line into one of the holes in the upper section of the

spool (Q) and wind line in the direction of the arrows

on the top of the spool. Leave approximately 100mm

of line unwound and place into cleat as illustrated in

figure Q1. Repeat on lower section of spool.

2. Care should be taken to ensure that the line is neatly

coiled on the spool. Failure to do so will impair the

efficiency of the automatic line feed.

3. Then fit spool as described in ‘To fit spool and line

complete’, section above.

Maintenance

R

• WARNING

Disconnect from the mains electricity supply,

before attempting any maintenance or adjust-

ment. Cutting head continues to rotate after the

trimmer has been switched off. Keep fingers and

hands clear of the line cutter on leading edge of

guard.

Caring for your Power T

rim

After you have finished using your Flymo Power Trim fol-

low the procedure below:

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. REMOVE PLUG

S

FROM MAINS AND KEEP FEET AWAY FROM THE

SWITCH LEVER WHEN: CLEANING AROUND THE

INSIDE OF THE SAFETY GUARD, REMOVING OR

REFITTING SPOOL CAP, MANUALLY FEEDING OR

REPLACING NYLON LINE.

1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.

2. Never clean your trimmer with water, cleaning fluids,

or solvents, just remove debris with a suitable tool, a

soft brush or dry cloth.

3. Using a soft brush, clean around the inside of the

safety guard, the cutting head (Fig R) and the motor

housing air vents. (Fig S)

4. Inspect the trimmer carefully, especially the parts of

the cutting head.

VT

5. If your trimmer is damaged in any way contact your

local Electrolux Outdoor Products approved service

centre.

• Never use a damaged trimmer.

6. Store in a cool, dry place and out of reach of chil-

dren.

Cable Storage

1. Your mains cable can be stored on the product as

illustrated in Fig T.

2. Wind cable carefully to avoid kinking.

3. To release the cable press the button and the hook

will drop down (Fig V).

4. Push cable hook fully back into position.

Fault Finding Chart

WARNING Disconnect from the mains electricity supply before attempting any maintenance or adjustment.

FAULT CHECK ACTION

Is the automatic line feed work-

Manually feed out line.

LINE NOT FEEDING

No

ing?

SEE “MANUAL LINE FEED”

OR

Is the line fed out and visible?

Remove cap and spool, free line

LINE TOO SHORT

Has line been removed from

No

and re-fit spool and cap. SEE

OR

cleat?

“CUTTING HEAD”

TRIMMER VIBRATES

The line may be jammed on the

spool. Rewind line to remove

Is the manual line feed working?

No

crossed loops. Check that line is

in correct section of spool.

Has the motor reached full

Allow the motor to reach full speed

No

speed before use?

before use.

CONTINUOUS CLATTER-

ING NOISE

Has too much line been fed out?

Yes

SEE “MANUAL LINE FEED”

Contact your local approved

Is the line cutter missing from

Service Centre or Electrolux

Yes

the safety guard?

Outdoor Products Customer

Service.

Are you using the trimmer cor-

Only use tip of nylon line to trim.

?

LINE SNAPS CONTINU-

rectly?

SEE “How to trim and edge”

OUSLY

Rewind the line on the spool, if

Is the line jamming on the

Yes

symptoms still persist, change

spool?

spool and line.

IF NONE OF THE ABOVE

Contact Electrolux Outdoor Products Customer Service

OR IF FAULT PERSISTS

Telephone : 01325 300303

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.

• Awareness of the environment must be considered when disposing of ‘end-of-life’ product.

• If necessary, contact your local authority for disposal information.

Environmental Information

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.

Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the envi-

ronment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local council office, your house-

hold waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Guarantee & Guarantee Policy

If any part is found to be defective due to faulty manufacture

Failures not covered by guarantee

within the guarantee period, Electrolux Outdoor Products,

* Replacing Nylon Line.

through its Authorised Service Repairers will effect the repair or

* Failures as a result of not reporting an initial fault.

replacement to the customer free of charge providing:

* Failures as a result of sudden impact.

(a) The fault is reported directly to the Authorised Repairer.

* Failures as a result of not using the product in accordance

(b) Proof of purchase is provided.

with the instructions and recommendations contained in this

(c) The fault is not caused by misuse, neglect or faulty adjust-

Operator's Manual.

ment by the user.

* Machines used for hire are not covered by this guarantee.

(d) The failure has not occurred through fair wear and tear.

* The following items listed are considered as wearing parts

(e) The machine has not been serviced or repaired, taken apart

and their life is dependent on regular maintenance and are,

or tampered with by any person not authorised by Electrolux

therefore not normally subject to a valid warranty claim:

Outdoor Products.

Nylon Line, Spool and Line, Electric Mains Cable

(f) The machine has not been used for hire.

* Caution!

(g) The machine is owned by the original purchaser.

Electrolux Outdoor Products does not accept liability under

(h) The machine has not been used commercially.

the warranty for defects caused in whole or part, directly or

* This guarantee is additional to, and in no way diminishes the

indirectly by the fitting of replacement parts or additional

customers statutory rights.

parts that are not either manufactured or approved by

Failures due to the following are not covered, therefore it is impor-

Electrolux Outdoor Products, or by the machine having been

tant that you read the instructions contained in this Operator's

modified in any way.

Manual and understand how to operate and maintain your machine:

Newton Aycliffe, 17/09/2004

M. Bowden,

Research & Development Director

Electrolux Outdoor Products

Aycliffe Industrial Park

NEWTON AYCLIFFE

Co.Durham DL5 6UP

ENGLAND

Telephone - (00) 44 1325 300303 Fax - (00) 44 1325 310339

Our policy of continuous improvement means that the specification of products may be altered from time to time without prior notice.

Electrolux Outdoor Products manufacture products for a number of well known brands under various registered patents, designs and

trademarks in several countries.

© Electrolux Outdoor Products Ltd. Registered Office, Electrolux Works, Oakley Road, Luton LU4 9QQ

Registered number 974979 England

5119675-01

EC Declaration of Conformity

I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux

I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux

I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux

Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park,

Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park,

Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park,

NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5

NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5

NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5

6UP. Certify that the product:-

6UP Certify that a sample of the above

6UP Certify that a sample of the above

Category........ Electric Lawn Trimmer

product has been tested using directive

product has been tested using ISO 5349 as

Make.............. Electrolux Outdoor

81/1051/EEC as a guide. The maximum A-

a guide. The maximum weighted root mean

Products

weighted sound pressure level recorded at

square value of vibration recorded at opera-

Conforms to the specifications of Directive

operator position under free field semi ane-

tor’s hand position was:-

2000/14/EEC

choic chamber conditions was :-

Type of Cutting Device.............. Cutting Line

Type........................................................ SET250 SET300

Identification of Series...............See Product Rating Label

Width of Cut............................................ 25 cm 30 cm

Conformity Assessment Procedure....ANNEX VI

Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device.......10500 RPM 10300 RPM

Notified Body............................. I.T.S., Cleeve Road, Leatherhead,

Surrey. KT22 7SB England

Guaranteed sound power level...............93 dB (A) 96 dB(A)

Other Directives:-.......................98/37/EEC, 89/336/EEC,

Measured Sound Power Level................91 dB (A) 94 dB (A)

73/23/EEC

Level........................................................79.5 dB (A) 80.4 dB (A)

& applicable standards:- EN786, IEC60335-1, IEC60335-2-91,

Value....................................................... 6.79 m/s

2

6.38 m/s

2

EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55014-1, EN55014-2

Weight..................................................... 3.26 kg 3.45 kg

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