Flymo Electrolux CT250 - Manual (Page 5)

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Adjustment
To adjust the handle length (J & K)
1. Loosen the height adjust knob. (fig J)
2. Adjust length of the handle to the most comfortable
operating position
(fig K) .
3. Re-tighten the height adjust knob.
K J height
adjust
knob
Auto Line Feed System
L
1. A short length of new line is fed out every time you
switch on, this is caused by the cutting head acceler-
ating up to its full speed.
2. To feed more line, it is necessary to switch-off, allow the motor
to stop and then restart. When edging do this frequently.
3. When the line feeds you will hear a change in the
motor sound as well as the noise generated by the
line being cut to its length.
4. If the line does not feed see Fault Finding Chart for
further information.
line cutter
How to trim and edge
WARNING
The use of eye protection is recommended. Do not lean
over the trimmer whilst trimming or edging, objects may be
thrown by the cutting line. Do not allow cutting head to rest
on the ground. Do not overload your trimmer. Overloading
can be avoided by making sure the motor speed does not
drop unduly. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply
before attempting any maintenance or adjustment.
BEFORE USE
• Make sure that the line is fed out.
• Make sure motor is up to full speed before trim-
ming or edging.
To start your trimmer
• The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button
(M1) to prevent accidental starting.
1. To start, press lock-off button (M1) , squeeze the
switch lever (M2) , release lock-off button.
How to trim
1. Cut with nylon line at an angle using the tip. See Fig N.
2. Swing trimmer in and out of the cutting area taking
small cuts (P)
3. Line is fed out automatically every time the trimmer
head stops rotating and returns to operating speed.
• Extra line can be fed out manually as described on
page 5.
4. To stop your trimmer release the switch lever (M2) .
How to edge
1. To convert to edging mode, depress locking button
and twist head anti-clockwise until arrow lines up with
"EDGE". An audible "click" will confirm that the head
is locked. Ensure the button has returned to its origi-
nal position.
See Fig Q.
2. Rest edger on roller for extra stability and line up with
edge of lawn. See Fig R . Edge in direction indicated
in Fig S. so that debris is thrown away from you.
3. To return to trimming mode, depress locking button
and twist head clockwise until arrow lines up with
"TRIM". An audible "click" will confirm that the head is
locked. Ensure the button has returned to its original
position. See Fig
T .
N M
1
2
P
R Q
T S