Safety Precautions - Flymo Contour Power Plus Cordless Trimmer Important Information Manual

If not used properly this product can be dangerous. 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 warnings and instructions in this manual and on the product. Never
use the product unless the guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position.
Explanation of Symbols on your product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to
make sure you understand all the
controls and what they do.
Keep bystanders away. Do not
10m
operate whilst people especially
children or pets are in the area.
General
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the trimmer. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Only use the trimmer in the manner and for
the functions described in these instructions.
3. Never operate the trimmer 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.
Battery
Cordless Battery Powered Products require
special care.
1. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING KEEP HANDS
AND FINGERS AWAY FROM THE SWITCH
LEVER WHILE CARRYING THE PRODUCT .
2. Always charge the product indoors and store in
a cool dry place - out of the reach of children.
3. Use only the charger provided with your unit.
Use of any other charger could permanently
damage the battery and the product.
4. Use the charger with standard domestic
household electrical outlets only.
5. Do not abuse the charger or charger cord.
6. Do not use the charger if the charger or
charger cord is damaged.
7. Use the charger indoors only.
8. Do not use the charger outdoors.
9. Store and charge this unit in a cool, dry well
ventilated location and out of the reach of children.
10.Do not charge the battery or use the unit in
an explosive or corrosive environment. Avoid
areas where flammable liquids or gases are
present to avoid creating a fire or explosion.
11. Do not attempt to repair the unit including the
battery. Nylon line replacement and cleaning
the unit are the only items suitable for user
maintenance.
12.Do not insert any object into the motor area.
Keep free of debris to avoid overheating.
13.Do not incinerate or mutilate the battery.
Batteries contain hazardous chemicals.
Dispose of properly.
Preparation
1. While using your product always wear
substantial footwear and long trousers.
2. Before using the machine and after any
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Warning
The cutting line continues to rotate after the
machine has been switched off.
3. Inspect the area to be cut before each use.
4. Check that the cutting head, spool and cap
Use
1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good
2. Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass,
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing
5. Do not walk backwards when trimming, you
6. Keep cutting head below waist level.
7. Never operate the trimmer with damaged
8. Never fit metal cutting elements.
9. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
10.Do not lean over the trimmer guard - objects
11 If you hit an object. Do not use your trimmer
12 If the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
3. Only use the replacement cutting line
4. Only use replacement parts and accessories
5. To avoid the risk of injury keep fingers and
6. Clean unit with a dry cloth. Never use metal
7. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly.
The use of eye protection is
recommended to protect against
objects thrown by the cutting parts.
Do not operate in the rain or leave the
product outdoors while it is raining.
impact, check for signs of wear or damage
and repair as necessary.
Remove all objects such as stones, broken glass,
nails, wire, string etc, which can be thrown or
become entangled in the trimmer head.
are fitted correctly.
artificial light.
where feasible.
and wear non-slip footwear.
could trip. Walk never run.
guards or without guards in place.
means at all times and especially when
switching on the motor.
may be thrown by the cutting line.
until you are sure that the entire trimmer is in
a safe operating condition;
Check immediately. Excessive vibration can
cause injury.
sure the trimmer is in safe working condition.
specified for this product.
recommended by Husqvarna Outdoor Products.
hands clear of the line cutter on the leading
edge of the guard.
objects to clean the unit.
Any repairs must be carried out by an
authorised repairer.