N1 - plastic cutters
N2 - cutting head
N3 - fan
N4 - hood
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Always handle the plastic cutters with
care - sharp edges could cause injury.
USE GLOVES.
Checking your Cutting System(N)
The cutting system must be kept in good
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condition and inspected before and after
use.
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Disconnect from the mains electricity supply
and wait until the cutting head has stopped
rotating. Turn your lawnmower upside down.
1. Visually check cutting head for wear.
Replace if damaged.
2. Visually check plastic cutters for wear and
replace when necessary.
3. Plastic cutters should be straight. Replace if
bent or twisted.
Replacing Plastic cutters
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Use only genuine Flymo replacement plastic
cutters specified for this product. These are
available from all Electrolux Outdoor Products
Service Centres and major retail outlets.
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It is very important that you keep your
lawnmower clean. Grass clippings left in
any of the air intakes or under the hood
could become a potential fire hazard.
Never carry a lawnmower when it is
running.
Cleaning (R)
1. Remove grass from under the hood with a
piece of wood or similar.
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings
from all air intakes.
3. Remove the cutting head, see Adjusting the
Cutting Height, to gain access to the fan
and clean with a soft brush.
4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower
with a dry cloth.
Electrolux Outdoor Products are manufactured
under an Environmental Management System
(ISO 14001) using, where practical, components
manufactured in the most environmentally
responsible manner, according to company
procedures, and with the potential for recycling
at the end of the products' life.
CUTTING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
CARING FOR YOUR LAWNMOWER
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
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Plastic cutters must be replaced in pairs to
retain balance.
Two plastic cutters of the same type should
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be fitted.
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Never fit a steel bar blade to this product.
To Replace Plastic Cutters (P, Q)
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Disconnect from the mains electricity supply
and wait until the cutting head has stopped
rotating. Turn your lawnmower upside down.
1. Push plastic cutter towards centre of cutting
disc (P). Lift plastic cutter away from cutting
head.
2. If the plastic cutter is broken during use -
lever cutter out of the slot, and dispose of
carefully.
3. Fit new plastic cutters into the slots at each
side of the cutting head and pull into place
(Q).
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IMPORTANT
ENSURE PLASTIC CUTTERS ARE
CORRECTLY LOCATED.
IMPORTANT!
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Never use water for cleaning your
lawnmower.
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Do not clean with chemical, including
petrol, or solvents - some can destroy
critical plastic parts.
At the End of the Mowing Season
1. Replace plastic cutters, 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 coiled
properly.
Carrying your Lawnmower (S)
Carry your lawnmower at the point of balance
with the cutting head facing away from you.
Storing your Lawnmower (T)
Store in a dry place where your lawnmower is
protected from damage.
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Packaging is recyclable and plastic
components have been labelled (where
practical) for categorised recycling.
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Awareness of the environment must be
considered when disposing of 'end-of-life'
product.
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If necessary, contact your local authority for
disposal information.
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