Flymo Electrolux CT250 - Manual (Page 3)

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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 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 entan-
gled in the trimmer head.
4. Check that the cutting head, spool and cap are fit-
ted correctly.
Use
1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your trimmer 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. Do not walk backwards when trimming, you could
trip. Walk, never run.
6. Switch off before pushing the trimmer over surfaces
other than grass.
7. Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or
without guards in place.
8. Never fit metal cutting elements.
9. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at
all times and especially when switching on the motor.
10. Keep cutting head below waist level.
11. Do not lean over the trimmer guard whilst trimming or
edging - objects may be thrown by the cutting line.
12. Beware of cut-off pieces of nylon line ejected during use.
13. If you hit an object, do not use your trimmer until
you are sure that the entire trimmer is in a safe
operating condition.
14. If the trimmer 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
trimmer is in safe working condition.
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
3. Only use the replacement cutting line specified for
this product.
4. Only use replacement parts and accessories recom-
mended by Electrolux Outdoor Products.
5. To avoid the risk of injury keep fingers and hands clear
of the line cutter on the leading edge of the guard.
6. Clean unit with a dry cloth. Never use metal objects
to clean the unit.
7. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Any repairs
must be carried out by an authorised repairer.
Battery Care
1. If over a period of time the battery quickly runs down
after a full 24 hour charging period, a replacement
battery is needed.
2. There will be some charge present in the battery but
to ensure maximum running time, recharge your
trimmer for 24 hours before use.
3. Permanent connection to the charger in a well venti-
lated area will automatically keep your battery fully
charged ready for use.
4. To prevent permanent battery damage, never store
in a discharged condition.
5. Contact your local approved service
centre/dealer/distributor for a replacement battery
and for safe disposal of your old battery.
6. Battery
12 Volt 7 Amp/Hour
"High Power"
Sealed for Life
No maintenance required
• IMPORTANT
DISPOSE OF YOUR OLD BATTERIES SAFELY
DO NOT CUT OPEN, BURN OR INCINERATE.
Battery Replacement
Should your battery need to be replaced contact your local
approved service centre or dealer who will remove your old
battery and fit a genuine Flymo replacement battery.
IMPORTANT
The red lead should always be connected to the red
terminal on the battery. The black lead should always
be connected to the black terminal on the battery.
Bench Top Re-charging
The wall bracket can also be used as a "bench top"
stand for re-charging your cordless trimmer.
Winter Storage
1. Fully charge for 24 hours before winter storage.
2. If you are unable to leave your cordless trimmer on
permanent charge, re-charge the battery every 3 to
4 months for a full 24 hour charging period to top up
the battery charge during winter storage.
3. Avoid extended storage without re-charge.
4. Store in a cool dry place.
For further information on Battery replacement contact
Electrolux Outdoor Products Customer Service direct:-
Telephone :
01325 300303
Fax :01325 318193
Battery
Assembly Instructions
Safety Guard Assembly (A), (B) & (C)
1. Align the arrow on the top of the safety guard (A1)
with the arrow on the side of the trimmer (A2) .
2. Locate the safety guard (A3) over the cutting head
(A4) . Ensure the nylon line is fed through the hole in
the safety guard as illustrated in fig A .
3. Push into location and turn safety guard in the direc-
tion illustrated in Fig B , until a click is heard and the
safety guard is securely locked in position.
• ENSURE THE SAFETY GUARD IS SECURELY IN PLACE
BY ATTEMPTING TO TWIST GUARD.See fig C.
A 3
4 2
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