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1 Carton Contents handle knob switch lever steady handle handle bolt tine collar mains cable multi-purpose tine guarantee card instruction manual LIST OF INSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTENTS CONTENTS (1) SAFETY (2-4) PREPARATION (5) USE (6-7) MAINTENANCE (8-9) GUARANTEE (10) CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY (11) ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION (12) IMPORTANT ! Please check the contents of the carton are correct BEFORE assembling your new Flymo product.
2 If not used properly this Power Hoe can be dangerous! This Power Hoe 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 Power Hoe. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the Power Hoe. Explanation of Symbols on the Power Hoe. SAFETY Warning. Read the user instructions carefully. General 1.
3 8. 12. Keep cable away from tine at all times. If cable becomes entangled, remove plug from mains and carefully inspect cable for damage. If in doubt, contact your local Dealer. 13. Remove the plug from the mains :- - before leaving the Power Hoe unattended for any period; - before clearing a blockage; - before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance; - if you hit an object.
4 CABLES MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT IMPORTANT IMPORTANT • Use only a minimum 1.00mm2 size cable up to 60 metres length maximum for the Power Hoe. • If the plug supplied is cut off it should be destroyed. There is an electric shock hazard if a cut off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket. 1. Flymo products are supplied with either an electric mains cable fitted with a female connector or with an electric mains cable wired directly into the product. 1. No earth required.
5 Product Rating Label Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black product rating label. To ensure you have full product information when obtaining spares or advice from one of our approved service centres, or if you need to contact our customer service department, you should make a note in the space provided of the information shown in fig.B. It will also be useful to make a note of the date and place of purchase before you return your guarantee card. B Product Number . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Starting & Stopping To start the Power Hoe J 1 2 1. Form a loop in the mains cable and push the loop through the slot as illustrated in Fig J1. 2. To secure, position loop over the hook (J2) and pull the cable back through the slot (J3). 3. Connect plug to mains and switch on. 3 4. For slower speeds see note, move rocker switch forward with thumb and squeeze switch lever on handle (See Fig. K). Keeping the switch lever squeezed, the thumb can be removed from the rocker switch. 5.
7 How to Use P How to use the Power Hoe • Grip the Power Hoe firmly, with two hands, when operating. 1. Choose the speed required (See Starting & Stopping), break up the soil by using a stabbing movement as illustrated in Fig. P. Q 2. Move the machine from side to to side to evenly hoe the soil. (Fig Q) 3. To remove weeds, place the machine in the soil at an angle next to the weed (See Fig R). 4. When using the Power Hoe close to plants, it is recommended to use the slower variable speed. (See Fig. S.
8 Caring for the Power Hoe T V • Avoid accidental starting. When clearing debris from tine area, remove plug from mains and keep feet away from switch lever. (See Figs T & V) Cleaning (W) • USE GLOVES 1. Wipe over the surface of the Power Hoe with a dry cloth. 2. Using a soft brush remove debris from all air intakes and tine area. • IMPORTANT Never use water for cleaning the Power Hoe. Do not clean with chemicals, including petrol or solvents, some can destroy plastic parts. W MAINTENANCE Caring 1.
9 Fault Finding Hints & Service Recommendations Service Recommendations 1. We strongly recommend that your product is serviced at least every twelve months, more often in a professional application. 2. Always use genuine Flymo Spare Parts. 3. Pre-packed spares are available from most Electrolux Outdoor Products stockists. 4.
10 Guarantee & Guarantee Policy If any part is found to be defective due to faulty manufacture within one year of original purchase, Electrolux Outdoor Products, through its Authorised Service Repairers will effect the repair or replacement to the customer free of charge providing: Failures due to the following are not covered, therefore it is important that you read the instructions contained in this Operator's Manual and understand how to operate and maintain your machine: (a) The fault is reported dir
11 Certificate of Conformity I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park, NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5 6UP. Certify that a sample of the above product has been tested and found to comply with directives:98/37/EEC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC Signed at NEWTON AYCLIFFE.........................2000 I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park, NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5 6UP.
12 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.
Electrolux Outdoor Products Aycliffe Industrial Park NEWTON AYCLIFFE Co.Durham DL5 6UP ENGLAND Telephone - (00) 44 1325 300303 Fax - (00) 44 1325 310339 UK Customer Helpline - 01325 300303 Fax - 01325 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.
