Safety - Flymo Contour 650E Operation Instructions Manual

Intended use:
The FLYMO Turbotrimmer is used to trim and to cut grass
and lawns in private house and hobby gardens.
Do not use the product in public facilities, parks, sports
grounds, adjacent to roads or in agriculture or forestry.

1. SAFETY

Symbols on the product:
Read operator's manual.
Keep other persons away.
Danger!
Risk of injury to other persons!
v Keep other persons out of the
work area.
Wear safety glasses and
ear protection.
Do not let the product become wet with
rain or other moisture. Do not leave
the product outdoors while it is raining.
Disconnect the mains cable if
the cable becomes damaged or
entangled.
General safety warnings
Important
Read carefully before use.
Keep for further reference.
Safe operating practices
Training
a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the machine.
b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Local regulations can
restrict the age of operator.
c) Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
Preparation
a) Before use check the supply and extension cord for
signs of damage or aging. If the cord becomes dam-
aged during use, disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE
DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged or
worn.
b) Before use, always visually inspect the machine for
damaged, missing or misplaced guards or shields.
c) Never operate the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
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DANGER! Risk of injury! Do not use the product to
cut hedges, to shred or to make compost.
Operation
a) Keep supply and extension cords away from cutting
means.
b) Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all times while
operating the machine.
c) Avoid using the machine in bad weather conditions
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
d) Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
e) Never operate the machine with damaged guards or
shields or without guards or shields in place.
f) Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are
away from the cutting means.
g) Always disconnect the machine from the power
supply (i.e. remove the plug from the mains, remove
the disabling device or removable battery).
1) whenever the machine is left unattended;
2) before clearing a blockage;
3) before checking, cleaning or working on the machine;
4) after striking a foreign object;
5) whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally.
h) Take care against injury to feet and hands from the
cutting means.
i) Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
Maintenance and storage
a) Disconnect the machine from the power supply
(i. e. remove the plug from the mains, remove the
disabling device or removable battery) before carry-
ing out maintenance or cleaning work.
b) Use only the manufacturer's recommended replace-
ment parts and accessories.
c) Inspect and maintain the machine regu larly. Have the
machine repaired only by an authorized repairer.
d) When not in use, store the machine out of reach of
children.
Recommendation
The machine should be supplied via a resid ual current
device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
Cables
Use only permitted extension cables as per HD 516.
v Ask your electrical specialist.
If the unit got hot during operation, let it cool down before
storage.
Additional Safety warnings
Warning! Keep toddlers away when you assemble the
unit. Small parts can be easily swallowed. There is also