Flymo 400 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 1 Start mowing the edge of the lawn nearest to the power point so the cable is laid out on the lawn you have already cut 2 Mow twice a week during the growing season your lawn will suffer if more than a third of its length is cut at one time and this may also result in poor collection Do Not Overload Your Mower Mowing long thick grass may cause the motor speed to drop you will hear a change in the motor sound If the motor speed drops you may overload your lawnmower which may cause damage When mowing in long thick grass a first cut with the cutting height set higher will help reduce the load See Cutting Height Adjustment Removing and Fitting the Blade and Fan Q Always handle the blade with care sharp edges could cause injury USE GLOVES Removing the Blade and Fan 1 To remove the blade bolt hold the fan firmly and with the spanner provided loosen the blade bolt by turning it anti clockwise 2 Remove the blade bolt blade and fan from the pulley 3 Inspect for damage and clean as necessary Renew your metal blade after 50 hours mowing or 2 years whichever is the sooner regardless of condition If the blade is cracked or damaged replace it with a new one Fitting the Blade and Fan Ensure the fan is located correctly Fit the blade to the fan Re assemble blade bolt through blade and fan Hold the fan and tighten blade bolt firmly with the spanner provided Do not over tighten BRON2. Storing your cable in the Easi Reel cable winder 1 Insert the femaleconnector into the top of the cable winder R1 2 Place the cable under the cable guide R2 3 Turn the cable winder R3 until all of the cable is wound in R4 Unwinding the cable before re use 1 Pull the cable by the plug and unwind the cable fully Ensure that the cable is released from the cable guide R2 before using your machine Caring for your Lawmower Cleaning S USE GLOVES IMPORTANT It is very important that you keep your lawnmower clean Grass clippings left in any of the air intakes or under the deck could become a potential fire hazard IMPORTANT Never use water for cleaning your lawnmower Do not clean with chemicals includ ing petrol or solvents some can destroy critical plastic parts 1 Remove grass from under the deck with the spanne scraper tool 2 Remove the blade see Figure Q to gain access to the fan and clean with a soft brush 3 Raise the roller to its highest position see Cutting Height Adjustment and clean with a soft brush 4 Remove grass clippings from all air intakes wheels height adjustment lever and grassbox with a soft brush 5 Clean the grassbox lid and the inside of the win dow with a soft brush 6 Thoroughly clean around the cut out switch with a soft brush 7 Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry cloth Cleaning Easi Reel cable
3. Flymo ROLLER COMPACT 400 4000 Electrolux ROLLER COMPACT ROLLER COMPACT For all customer enquiries or for replacement parts contact 01325 300303 A www flymo com gt lt eop customer services electrolux co uk Carton Contents ROLLER COM grassbox lid washers PACT 400 height adjsut ment lever lock off Easi Reel cable spool grassbox lid height adjsut ment lever cabl clips upper handle lower handle fixing pins bolts spanner scraper L instruction manual moulded on plug lower handle fixing pins pe spanner scraper instruction electric cable with moulded on plug IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT Electrolux Outdoor Products Customer Service Department direct Telephone 01325 300303 Fax 01325 318193 IMPORTANT Please check the contents of the carton are correct BEFORE assembling your new Flymo product Safety 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 grass box or guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position 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
4. Explanation of Symbols on the Roller Compact 400 4000 Warning 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 Read the user instructions carefully to make people especially children or pets are in the mowing area Comme W mi Keep bystanders away Do not mow whilst Switch off Remove plug from mains before adjusting cleaning or if cable is entangled or Lo 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 Do not mow in the rain or leave the lawn mower outdoors while raining RC4000 only Unwind and remove fully before use 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 British Standards Institute reco
5. supply voltage shown on the product rating label 14 Our products are double insulated to EN60335 Under no circumstance should an earth be connect ed to any part of the product 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 CABLES IMPORTANT Use only 1 00mm size cable up to 30 metres length maximum Maximum rating 1 00mm size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC THE ROLLER COMPACT 400 4000 IS SUPPLIED WITH AN ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A FEMALE CONNECTOR 1 Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are avail able from your local Electrolux Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre 2 Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product yourself Please contact your local Electrolux Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre for further informa tion on the connectors and kits available 3 Only use extension cables specifically designed for outdoor use CONNECTORS IMPORTANT Flymo connectors are suitable for use with 2 core cable only Under no circumstances should these connectors be used for earthed products All Flymo connectors and cables are of splashproof con struction They are not waterproof and must not be left out side permanently nor should they be submerged or immersed in water Do not le
6. winder Roller Compact 4000 only 1 Lift grassbox lid squeeze together the two catches T and remove the cable winder 2 Clean the cable winder and the area it was located with a soft brush V 3 Replace the cable winder ensuring it clicks into place At the End of the Mowing Season 1 Replace blade bolts nuts or screws if necessary 2 Clean your lawnmower thoroughly 3 Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air filter thoroughly and carry out any service or repairs required 4 Make sure that the electric cable is wound proper ly Storing the lawnmower The handles can be folded to take up the minimum of space e Loosen the handle knobs Fold the upper handle over the lawnmower Ensure the switchbox cable is not trapped Store in a dry place where your lawnmower is pro tected from damage Fault Finding Hints Fails to Operate 1 Is the correct Starting procedure being followed See To Start your Lawnmower Is the grassbox lid firmly closed Is the Power Turned On Check the fuse in the plug if blown replace Fuse continues to blow Immediately disconnect from the mains elec tricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre Poor Grass Collection 1 Disconnect from the mains electricity supply 2 Check that the grass chute and the underside of the deck are free from grass 3 Raise to a high
7. LUE must be connected to the Terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK The wire which is coloured BROWN must be con nected to the Terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED 4 It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor rectly into the 3 pin plug 5 If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or qualified electrician before the machine is used A 13 Amp fuse must be fitted to the Mains Plug The normal plug fuse and household fuse only pro tect the electrical equipment and are not a safeguard against electrocution NO Assembly Instructions Assembly of Lower Handles to Deck 1 Insert lower handle into holes in the deck A 2 Release the grassbox catch and lift the grassbox lid B 3 Rest the grassbox lid against the lower handle and remove the grassbox 4 Push the lower handle into place ensuring that the holes in the lower handle are correctly located behind the holes in the deck 5 Secure the lower handles to the inside of the deck with the lower handle fixing pins C 6 Ensure the fixing pins are securely located 7 Should a problem occur when securing lower handle to deck carefully lever fixing pins out of location and repeat steps 4 to 6 above 8 Replace the grassbox and close the grassbox lid Assembly of Upper Handles to Lower Handles Ensure the upper handle is located correctly with the lock off button on the switchbo
8. e Manufacturer the front wheels are in a raised position Do not switch on this product before remov ing from the raised posi tion into a desired height of cut J Starting and Stopping Important Your lawnmower will not start until the grassbox lid is firmly closed and clicked into place To Start your Lawnmower 1 Connect female extension cable connector to the back of the switchbox K 2 Form loop in mains cable and push the loop through the slot as illustrated in picture L 3 To secure position loop over the hook and pull the cable back through the slot as illustrated in picture M 4 Connect plug to mains and switch on 5 Tilt the handle downwards to slightly raise the front of the lawnmower and to reduce the risk of lawn damage whilst starting The switchbox is provided with a lock off button N1 to prevent accidental starting 6 Press and hold the lock off button N on the switchbox then squeeze one of the Start Stop levers towards the upper handle P 7 Continue to squeeze the start stop lever towards the upper handle and release the lock off button 8 Lower the lawnmower to its proper operating posi tion and commence mowing NOTE There are two start stop levers fitted Either one can be used for starting the lawnmower IMPORTANT Do not use the start stop levers intermittently To Stop your Lawnmower 1 Release the pressure on the Start Stop lever How to Mow
9. er height of cut See Cutting Height Adjustment 4 Clean Fan Blades 5 If poor collection persists Immediately disconnect from the mains elec tricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre O1 PB D Lawnmower becomes heavy to push 1 Disconnect from the mains electricity supply 2 In long grass or uneven ground the height of cut should be raised to a higher position See Cutting Height Adjustment Check that the wheels and roller can rotate freely If problem persists Immediately disconnect from the mains elec tricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre Excessive Vibration 1 4 Disconnect from the mains electricity supply 2 3 Check that the blade is fitted correctly If the blade is damaged or worn replace it with a new one If vibration persists turn the blade through 180 by first loosening the blade bolt turning the blade and re tightening the blade bolt If vibration persists Immediately disconnect from the mains elec tricity supply and consult your local approved Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre Environmental Information Electrolux Outdoor Products are manufactured under an Environmental Management System ISO 14001 using where practical com ponents manufactured in the most environmentally responsible manner according to company procedures and with the pote
10. mmend the use of a Residual Current Device R C D with a tripping current of not more than 30mA Even with a R C D installed 100 safety cannot be guaranteed and safe working practice must be fol lowed 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 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 or unwound coiled or wound cables can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower Keep cable away from lawnmower always work away from the power point mowing up and down never in circles Do not pull cable around sharp objects Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug cable connector or extension cable 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
11. ntial for recycling at the end of the products life Packaging is recyclable and plastic components have been labelled where practical for categorised recycling Awareness of the environment must be considered when disposing of end of life product i If necessary contact your local authority for disposal information 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 Prepacked spares are available from most Electrolux Outdoor Products stockists 4 Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black prod uct rating label 5 If you have a problem with your machine contact your local Approved Service Centre ensuring you have full details of your product as described on the product rating label 6 Should it be necessary for work to be carried out by your Service Centre it is important to take your complete machine including cable and any extension cables used Anetwork of specialist dealers can be found in your local Yellow Pages To obtain service on your Flymo product simply telephone or visit your local Service Centre Should you require service under the terms of our guarantee the Service Centre will require proof of purchase All of the centres listed stock genuine Flymo Spare Parts NOTE Our Service Repairers act on their own behalf and are not empowered t
12. o commit or legally bind Electrolux Outdoor Products in any manner whatsoever Guarantee amp Guarantee Policy If any part is found to be defective due to faulty manufacture within the guarantee period Electrolux Outdoor Products through its Authorised Service Repairers will effect the repair or replacement to the customer free of charge providing a The fault is reported directly to the Authorised Repairer b Proof of purchase is provided c The fault is not caused by misuse neglect or faulty adjust ment by the user d The failure has not occurred through fair wear and tear e The machine has not been serviced or repaired taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by Electrolux Outdoor Products f The machine has not been used for hire g The machine is owned by the original purchaser h The machine has not been used outside of the country for which it was specified i The machine has not been used commercially E This guarantee is additional to and in no way diminishes the customers statutory rights 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 ailures not covered by guarantee Replacing worn or damaged blades Failures as a result of not reporting an initial fault Failures as a result of sudden impact Failures as a result of no
13. on recorded at opera 2000 14 EEC anechoic chamber conditions was tor s hand position was Type of Cutting Device Rotary Blade WY PO reese sesso ones en es RCV400 4000 ji I the undersigned M Bowden of Electrolux Outdoor Products Aycliffe Industrial Park NEWTON AYCLIFFE Co Durham DLS 6UP Certify that a sample of the above Identification of Series See Product Rating Label 40 cm Conformity Assesment Procedure ANNEX VI 3 700 RPM Notified Body I T S Cleeve Road Leatherhead 95 dB A Surrey KT22 7SB England 93 dB A Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device Guaranteed sound power level Measured Sound Power Level Other Directives 98 37 EEC 89 336 EEC 73 23 EEC Level 81 9 dB A Newton Aycliffe amp applicable standards EN60555 2 1987 EN60555 Value 3 11 m s M Bowden 3 1987 EN55014 1993 EN55014 1995 i 15 3 kg Research amp Development EN836 1997 IEC335 1 1991 IEC335 2 77 1996 Director Electrolux Outdoor Products Aycliffe Industrial Park NEWTON AYCLIFFE Co Durham DL5 6UP ENGLAND Telephone 00 44 1325 300303 Fax 00 44 1325 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 Electrolux Outd
14. oor Products Ltd Registered Office Electrolux Works Oakley Road Luton LU4 9QQ Registered number 974979 England A The Electrolux Group The world s No 1 choice The Electrolux Group is the world s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen cleaning and outdoor use More than 55 million Electrolux Group products such as refrigerators cookers washing machines vacuum cleaners chain saws and lawn mowers are sold each year to a value of approx USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world 5119587 01
15. t cable lay or trail through pools of water or splashed with water from hose pipes N 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 Use the lawnmower only in daylight or good artificial light Avoid operating your lawnmower in wet grass where feasible Take care in wet grass you may lose your footing On slopes be extra careful of your footing and wear non slip footwear Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Walk never run 7 Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous Do not mow on banks or steep slopes 8 Do not walk backwards when mowing you could trip 9 Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you 10 Switch off before pushing the mower over surfaces other than grass 11 Never operate the lawnmower 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 lawnmower 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 returning the appliance to the ground 14 Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating or still connected to
16. t using the product in accordance with the instructions and recommendations contained in this Operator s Manual Machines used for hire are not covered by this guarantee The following items listed are considered as wearing parts and their life is dependent on regular maintenance and are there fore not normally subject to a valid warranty claim Blade Electric Mains cable Belt Caution Electrolux Outdoor Products does not accept liability under the war ranty for defects caused in whole or part directly or indirectly by the fitting of replacement parts or additional parts that are not either manufactured or approved by Electrolux Outdoor Products or by the machine having been modified in any way EC Declaration of Conformity I the undersigned M Bowden of Electrolux Outdoor Products Aycliffe Industrial Park NEWTON AYCLIFFE Co Durham DL5 1 the undersigned M Bowden of Electrolux Outdoor Products Aycliffe Industrial Park NEW TON AYCLIFFE Co Durham DL5 6UP Certify 6UP Certify that the product that a sample of the above product has been Category Electric Wheeled Rotary tested using directive 81 1051 EEC as a guide product has been tested using ISO 5349 as Make Electrolux Outdoor Products The maximum A weighted sound pressure level a guide The maximum weighted root mean Conforms to the specifications of Directive recorded at operator position under free field semi square value of vibrati
17. the mains supply 15 Remove the plug from the mains before leaving the mower 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 lawnmower until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in a safe operating condition if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally Check immediately Excessive vibration can cause injury Maintenance and storage 1 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the lawnmower is in safe working condition 2 Check the grassbox grassbag frequently for wear or deterioration 3 Replace worn or damaged parts for safety 4 Only use the replacement blade blade bolt spacer and impeller specified for this product 5 Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine RON an MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT IMPORTANT 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 No earth required Flymo products are double insulated to EN60335 and under no circumstances should an earth be connected to any part of the product 2 Ensure the mains voltage suits your product 3 IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor dance with the following code BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE The wire which is coloured B
18. x uppermost 1 Insert the nut into the handle knob D1 2 Ensure the upper handle and the lower handle are aligned correctly D2 3 Fit the bolts washers and handle knobs D 4 Fit the cable to the handles with the clips provid ed Make sure the cable is not trapped between the upper and lower handles Cutting Height Adjustment Adjusting the cutting height 1 Lift the lever out of location and rotate to the desired position E Heights of cut 1 amp 2 low 3 medium 4 amp 5 high Removing Emptying and Refitting the Grassbox Grassbox Full As the grassbox fills up grass will be visible through the window in the lid F When the window is full it is time to empty the grassbox Emptying the Grassbox Stop the lawnmower as described in To Stop your Lawnmower and wait until the blade has stopped rotating BEFORE lifting the grassbox lid 1 Release grassbox catch and lift grassbox lid B See Assembly Instructions 2 Rest grassbox lid against lower handle and remove grassbox G 3 Empty grassbox 4 Replace grassbox and close grassbox lid IMPORTANT __ The Roller Compact is fitted with a cut out device H which will prevent the lawnmower from being started until the grassbox lid is firmly close and clicked into place Do not attempt to use your lawnmower with out the grassbox in place or with the lid open When received from th
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