Safety
If not used properly this product can be dangerous! This product 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 product. The operator is responsible for following the warning
and safety instructions in this manual and on the product.
Explanation of Symbols on your product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to
make sure you understand all the con-
trols and what they do.
Keep bystanders away. Do not operate
whilst people especially children or pets
are in the area.
The use of eye protection is recom-
mended to protect against objects
thrown by the cutting parts.
Do not operate in the rain or leave the
product outdoors while it is raining.
Switch off! Remove plug from mains before
adjusting, cleaning or if cable is entangled
or damaged.
Warning
The cutting line continues to rotate after the machine
has been switched off.
General
1. This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given su-
pervision or instruction 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
functions 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 prop-
erty.
5. Keep bystanders away. Do not operate whilst people,
especially children or pets are in the area.
Electrical
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING, REMOVE PLUG
FROM MAINS AND KEEP FEET AWAY FROM
THE SWITCH LEVER WHEN:- CLEANING
AROUND THE INSIDE OF THE SAFETY GUARD,
REMOVING OR REFITTING SPOOL CAP, MANU-
ALLY FEEDING OR REPLACING NYLON LINE
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
supply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is dam-
aged. 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 or un-
wound, coiled or wound cables can overheat and
reduce the efficiency of your mower.
6. Keep the cable clear of the cutting area and ob-
stacles at all times.
7. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
8. Always switch off at the mains before discon-
necting any plug, cable connector or extension
cable.
9. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine
electric supply cable for damage or ageing be
-
fore 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.Our products are double insulated to EN60335.
Under no circumstance should an earth be con-
nected to any part of the product.
Cables
Use only 1.00mm
2
size cable up to 40 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 Husqvarna UK Ltd. Approved Service
Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed
for outdoor use.
Preparation
1. While using your product always wear substan-
tial footwear and long trousers.
2. Before using the machine and after any impact,
check for signs of wear or damage and repair as
necessary.
3. Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove
all objects such as stones, broken glass, nails, wire,
string etc, which can be thrown or become entangled
in the trimmer head.
4. Check that the cutting head, spool and cap are
fitted correctly.
Use
1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where fea-
sible.
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your foot-
ing.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and
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