Safety Precautions - Electrolux Flymo RE 320 Important Information Manual

If not used properly this lawnmower can be dangerous! This lawnmower 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 lawnmower. The operator is responsible for following
the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the lawnmower. Never use the mower
unless the grassbox or guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position.
Explanation of Symbols on the RE320/RE32
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to
make sure you understand all the
controls and what they do
Always keep the lawnmower on the
ground when mowing. Tilting or lifting
the lawnmower may cause stones to
be thrown out
Keep bystanders away. Do not mow
whilst people especially children or
pets are in the mowing area
Switch off! Remove plug from mains
before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is
entangled or damaged. 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 components have completely
stopped before touching them.
STOP
Do not mow in the rain or leave the
lawnmower outdoors while raining
General
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for
the functions described in these instructions.
3. Never operate the lawnmower 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
recommended. 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 lawnmower if the electric cables
are damaged or worn
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Safety Precautions

4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
supply 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 damaged 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 lawnmower, always work
away from the power point mowing up and down,
never in circles.
7. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
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. Flymo 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 2 size cable up to 30 metres length
maximum.
Maximum rating:
1.00mm 2 size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from
your local Electrolux Outdoor Products 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 lawnmower only in daylight or good
artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your lawnmower 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. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down.