Safety Precautions - Flymo HOVER COMPACT Manual

If not used properly this product can be dangerous! This product 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 product. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instruc-
tions in this manual and on the product.
Explanation of Symbols on the product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to make
sure you understand all the controls and what
they do
Always keep the product on the ground when op-
erating. Tilting or lifting the product may cause
stones to be thrown out
Keep bystanders away. Do not operater
whilst people especially children or pets are in
the area
Switch off! Remove plug from mains before ad-
justing, cleaning or if cable is entangled or dam-
aged. 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 compo-
nents have completely stopped before touching
them.
STOP
Do not use in the rain or leave the product
outdoors while raining
General
1. This product is not intended for use by persons (in-
cluding children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowl-
edge, unless they have been given supervision or in-
struction concerning the use of the product by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
2. Only use the product in the manner and for the func-
tions described in these instructions.
3. Never operate the product 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 use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a
tripping current of not more than 30mA is recom-
mended. 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 product if the electric cables are
damaged or worn
4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity sup-
ply 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 dam-
aged 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 product, always work away from
the power point mowing up and down, never in circles.
7. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.

Safety Precautions

8. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting
any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
9. 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.
10. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
11. Never carry the product by the cable.
12. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
13. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the
product rating label.
14. Husqvarna products are double insulated to
EN60335. Under no circumstances should an earth
be connected to any part of the product.
Cables
Use only 1.00mm
maximum.
Maximum rating:
1.00mm
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from your
local Approved Service Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed for
outdoor use.
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 product only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your product 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. Operate your product across the face of slopes,
never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.
7. Using on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do
not mow on banks or steep slopes.
8. Do not walk backwards when operating, you could trip.
9. Never cut grass by pulling the product towards you.
10. Switch off before pushing the product over surfaces
other than grass.
11. Never operate the product 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 product 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 re-
turning the appliance to the ground.
14. Do not put hands near the grass discharge chute.
15. Never pick up or carry a product when it is operating
or still connected to the mains supply.
16. Remove the plug from the mains :
- before leaving the product 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 product until
you are sure that the entire product is in a safe oper-
ating condition.;
- if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check im-
mediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
ENGLISH - 1
2 size cable up to 40 metres length
2 size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC