Flymo Trimmer Twist n Edge Trimmer User Manual

 
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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 elec-  
trical 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, coiled  
cables can overheat and reduce the efficiency of  
your trimmer.  
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. Keep cutting head below waist level.  
7. Switch off before pushing the trimmer over surfaces  
other than grass.  
6. Keep the cable clear of the cutting area and obsta-  
cles at all times.  
7. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.  
8. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting  
any plug, cable connector or extension cable.  
9. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.  
10. 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.  
8. Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards or  
without guards in place.  
9. Never fit metal cutting elements.  
10. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at  
all times and especially when switching on the motor.  
11. Never pick up or carry a trimmer by the cable.  
12. Do not lean over the trimmer guard - objects may  
be thrown by the cutting line.  
13. Remove the plug from the mains :  
11. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.  
12. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the  
product rating label.  
13. Flymo trimmers are double insulated to EN60335.  
Under no circumstance should an earth be connect-  
ed to any part of the trimmer.  
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before leaving the trimmer 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 trimmer until  
you are sure that the entire trimmer is in a safe  
operating condition.;  
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  
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. KEEP YOUR HANDS  
AND FINGERS AWAY FROM THE SWITCH LEVERS.  
1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.  
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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. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Any  
repairs must be carried out by an authorised repairer.  
Cables  
IMPORTANT  
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 accordance  
Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 30 metres length  
maximum.  
Maximum rating:  
1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.  
THE MULTI TRIM TWIST N EDGE IS SUPPLIED  
WITH AN ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE WIRED  
DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT.  
with the following code:  
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BLUE  
BROWN  
NEUTRAL  
LIVE  
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are  
available from your local Electrolux Outdoor  
Products Approved Service Centre.  
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The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to  
the Terminal which is marked with the letter ‘N’ or  
coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN  
must be connected to the Terminal which is marked with  
the letter ‘L’ or coloured RED.  
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your prod-  
uct yourself. Please contact your local Electrolux  
Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre for further  
information on the connectors and kits available.  
3. Only use extension cables specifically designed for  
outdoor use.  
4. It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor-  
rectly into the 3-pin plug.  
CONNECTORS  
5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or  
qualified electrician before the machine is used.  
6. A 5 Amp fuse must be fitted to the Mains Plug.  
7. The normal plug fuse and household fuse only pro-  
tect the electrical equipment and are not a safe-  
guard against electrocution.  
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  
outside permanently nor should they be submerged or  
immersed in water. Do not let cable lay or trail through  
pools of water or splashed with water from hose pipes.  
MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT  
If your product is hard wired i.e. non-detachable  
mains electric cable, a conversion kit and exten-  
sion cable is available from all Electrolux Outdoor  
Products Approved Service Centres which can be  
found in your local Yellow Pages.  
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.  
 
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Assembly Instructions  
A
Shaft Assembly (A)  
1. Locate the lower shaft (A1) into the upper  
shaft (A2).  
2. Grasp firmly and hold steady the lower shaft.  
Locate the upper shaft and snap together  
firmly.  
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The unit is correctly assembled when the  
gap between the upper and lower shaft  
has been closed.  
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B
C
D
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2
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Safety Guard Assembly (B) & (C)  
1. Align the arrow on the top of the safety guard  
(B1) with the arrow on the side of the trimmer  
(B2).  
2. Locate the safety guard (B3) over the cutting  
head (B4). Ensure the nylon lines are fed  
through the hole in the safety guard as illus-  
trated in fig B.  
3. Push into location and turn safety guard in  
the direction illustrated in Fig C, until a click  
is heard and the safety guard is securely  
locked in position.  
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ENSURE THE SAFETY GUARD IS  
SECURELY IN PLACE BY ATTEMPTING  
TO TWIST GUARD IN OPPOSITE DIREC-  
TION.  
Steady Handle Assembly (D) & (E)  
1. Place bolt through hole in underside of steady  
handle (figure D).  
2. Push bolt through holes in pivot block (Figure E).  
3. Insert nut into handle knob (if applicable)  
4. Hold bolt in position with finger then fit wash-  
er and handle knob. Tighten handle knob (do  
not overtighten).  
E
pivot block  
To adjust steady handle to new position,  
loosen handle knob and move handle to most  
comfortable operating position. Re-tighten  
handle knob.  
Cable Restraint  
F
G
Cable Restraint (F) & (G)  
1. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop  
through the slot as illustrated in picture (F).  
2. To secure, position loop over the hook and  
pull the cable back through the slot as illus-  
trated in picture (G).  
 
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Double Auto Feed System  
How the automatic line feed works (H)  
1. When initially switching on the trimmer, a small length  
H
of line is fed out.  
2. A ‘clattering’ noise will be heard when the two nylon  
lines hit the line cutter. DO NOT BE ALARMED this  
is quite normal. After approximately 5 seconds the  
line will be cut to the correct length and the noise will  
reduce as the motor reaches full speed.  
Make sure the motor is up to full speed before  
trimming or edging.  
3. If the noise of the nylon line being cut cannot be  
heard, more line will need to be fed out.  
4. To feed more line, it is first necessary to to allow the  
motor to stop completely, then re-start, allowing the  
motor to reach full speed.  
5. Repeat step 4. until you hear the lines hitting against the  
cutter. (Do not repeat this procedure more than 6 times)  
6. If problems are experienced with the automatic line  
feed refer to Fault Finding Chart.  
line cutter  
How to trim and edge  
J
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 MAINTE-  
NANCE OR ADJUSTMENT.  
BEFORE USE  
K
L
Make sure that both lines are fed out.  
Make sure motor is up to full speed before trim-  
ming or edging.  
How to trim  
1. Ensure that trimmer is in trim position by holding  
steady handle and twisting trimmer (J) so that the  
arrows line up with “TRIM” (K). A click will confirm  
that trimmer is in position.  
2. Hold as illustrated in Fig L.  
3. To start squeeze the switch lever.  
4. Cut with nylon line at an angle using the tip See Fig  
L.  
5. Swing trimmer in and out of the cutting area taking  
small cuts. See Fig M.  
6. Line is fed out automatically every time the trimmer  
head stops rotating and returns to operating speed.  
M
N
Extra line can be fed out manually as described on  
page 5.  
7. To stop your trimmer release the switch lever.  
How to edge  
P
1. Ensure that trimmer is in edge position by holding  
steady handle and twisting trimmer (J) so that the  
arrows line up with “EDGE” (N). A click will confirm  
that trimmer is in position.  
2. Hold as illustrated in Fig P.  
3. To start squeeze the switch lever.  
4. Rest edger on roller for extra stability and line up with  
the edge of the lawn. Edge in direction indicated in  
fig P so that debris is thrown away from you.  
5. To stop your trimmer release the switch lever.  
Ensure the electric cable is not snagged or pulled  
around sharp objects.  
 
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Fault Finding Chart  
WARNING Disconnect from the mains electricity supply before attempting any maintenance or adjustment.  
FAULT  
CHECK  
ACTION  
Is the automatic line feed work-  
ing?  
Manually feed out line.  
SEE “MANUAL LINE FEED”  
LINE NOT FEEDING  
OR  
LINE TOO SHORT  
OR  
No  
No  
Is the line fed out and visible?  
Has line been removed from  
cleat?  
Remove cap and spool, free line  
and re-fit spool and cap. SEE  
“CUTTING HEAD”  
TRIMMER VIBRATES  
The line may be jammed on the  
spool. Rewind line to remove  
crossed loops. Check that line is  
in correct section of spool.  
Is the manual line feed working?  
No  
Has the motor reached full  
speed before use?  
Allow the motor to reach full speed  
before use  
No  
CONTINUOUS CLATTER-  
ING NOISE  
Has too much line been fed out?  
SEE “MANUAL LINE FEED”  
Yes  
Contact your local approved  
Service Centre or Electrolux  
Outdoor Products Customer  
Service.  
Is the line cutter missing from  
the safety guard?  
Yes  
?
Are you using the trimmer cor-  
rectly?  
Only use tip of nylon line to trim.  
SEE “How to trim and edge”  
LINE SNAPS CONTINU-  
OUSLY  
Rewind the line on the spool, if  
Yes symptoms still persist, change  
Is the line jamming on the  
spool?  
spool and line.  
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE  
OR IF FAULT PERSISTS  
Contact Electrolux Outdoor Products Customer Service  
Telephone : 01325 300303  
Manual line feed  
Q
To manually feed the nylon line (Q)  
1. If required line can be fed out manually.  
2. To operate, press and release manual line feed but-  
ton, whilst gently pulling on one of the lines until the  
line reaches the line cutter.  
3. When the required amount of line is fed out, gently  
pull on the second line (there is no need to press the  
manual line feed button again).  
4. If the line extends past the line cutter, too much line  
has been fed out.  
5. If too much line is fed out, remove the spool cap and  
click spool anti-clockwise until the line is at the  
desired length.  
manual line  
feed button  
Cutting Head  
R
To remove spool cap  
1. Press and hold in the two cap release latches. (R).  
2. Pull cap away from the spoolholder. (R).  
cap  
1
cap release  
latch  
When refitting the spool cap  
1. Keep all areas of the cap and spoolholder clean.  
Failure to do so may prevent the cap being securely  
located in the spoolholder.  
spool  
2. Replace the cap, pressing firmly DOWN towards  
the spoolholder to ensure cap is fully located.  
3. Check that the cap is correctly fitted by trying to  
remove it without depressing the two latches.  
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slot  
spoolholder  
 
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Cutting Head cont.  
S
To replace nylon line.  
For your convenience it is recommended you buy spool and  
line complete. Nylon line only is also available. Both are  
available from Electrolux Outdoor Products stockists.  
upper section  
If you have spool and line complete, follow steps 5 to 11.  
If you have nylon line only, follow the full procedure below.  
IMPORTANT  
Always wind the line onto the upper section of  
the spool first.  
Remember! Your Flymo Trimmer is designed to  
use only nylon line with a maximum diameter of  
1.5mm. Use only genuine Flymo nylon line.  
lower section  
1. Take approximately 5 metres of line. Insert 15mm of  
line into one of the holes in the upper section of the  
spool (S) and wind line in the direction of the arrows  
on the top of the spool.  
2. Leave approximately 100mm of line unwound and  
place into cleat as illustrated in figure T.  
3. Repeat on lower section of spool.  
4. Care should be taken to ensure that the line is neat-  
ly coiled on the spool. Failure to do so will impair the  
efficiency of the automatic line feed.  
5. Remove the cap.  
T
SECURING LINE INTO CLEAT  
6. Remove the old spool.  
7. Place spool into spoolholder.  
8. Release one line from cleat.  
9. Secure line into slot (Figure R).  
10. Repeat for second line.  
Ensure spool is fully located by gently rotating it dur-  
ing fitment, whilst keeping the spoolholder steady.  
11. Refit the cap.  
Maintenance  
U
WARNING  
Disconnect from the mains electricity supply,  
before attempting any maintenance or adjustment.  
Cutting head continues to rotate after the trimmer  
has been switched off. Keep fingers and hands  
clear of the line cutter on leading edge of guard.  
Caring for your Twist n Edge  
After you have finished using your Flymo Twist n Edge  
follow the procedure below:  
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.  
2. Never clean your trimmer with water, cleaning fluids,  
or solvents, just remove debris with a suitable tool, a  
soft brush or dry cloth.  
3. Using a soft brush, clean around the inside of the  
safety guard, the cutting head (Fig U) and the motor  
housing air vents.(Fig V)  
V
4. Inspect the trimmer carefully, especially the parts of  
the cutting head.  
5. If your trimmer is damaged in any way contact your local  
Electrolux Outdoor Products approved service centre.  
Never use a damaged trimmer.  
6. Wind cable carefully to avoid kinking.  
7. Store in a cool, dry place and out of reach of chil-  
dren.  
Environmental Information  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Centre, it is important to take your complete machine including  
cable and any extension cables used.  
A network 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 pur-  
chase.  
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.  
All of the centres listed stock genuine Flymo Spare Parts.  
NOTE: Our Service Repairers act on their own behalf and are not  
empowered to commit or legally bind Electrolux Outdoor  
Products in any manner whatsoever.  
6. Should it be necessary for work to be carried out by your Service  
Guarantee & 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.  
Failures due to the following are not covered, therefore it is important that  
you read the instructions contained in this Operator's Manual and under-  
stand how to operate and maintain your machine:  
Failures not covered by guarantee  
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Replacing Nylon Line.  
Failures as a result of not reporting an initial fault.  
Failures as a result of sudden impact.  
Failures as a result of not using the product in accordance  
with the instructions and recommendations contained in this  
Operator's Manual.  
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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, therefore not normally  
subject to a valid warranty claim: Nylon Line, Electric Mains Cable  
Caution!  
(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.  
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Electrolux Outdoor Products does not accept liability under the  
warranty 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.  
(i) The machine has not been used commercially.  
This guarantee is additional to, and in no way diminishes  
the customers statutory rights.  
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EC Declaration of Conformity  
I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux  
Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park,  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5  
6UP. Certify that the product:-  
Category.....Electric Lawn Trimmer  
Make..........Electrolux Outdoor Products  
I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux  
Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park,  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5  
6UP Certify that a sample of the above  
product has been tested using directive  
81/1051/EEC as a guide. The maximum A-  
I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux  
Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park,  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5  
6UP Certify that a sample of the above  
product has been tested using ISO 5349 as  
a guide. The maximum weighted root mean  
square value of vibration recorded at opera-  
tor’s hand position was:-  
Conforms to the specifications of Directive weighted sound pressure level recorded at  
2000/14/EEC  
operator position under free field semi ane-  
choic chamber conditions was :-  
Type of Cutting Device.... Cutting Line  
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TnE 250  
Width of Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25cm  
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9500 rpm  
Guaranteed Sound Power Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 dB(A)  
Measured Sound Power Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 dB(A)  
Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.3dB(A)  
Identification of Series......See Product Rating Label  
Conformity Assessment Procedure....ANNEX VI  
Notified Body.................... I.T.S., Cleeve Road, Leatherhead,  
Surrey. KT22 7SB England  
Other Directives:-............. 98/37/EEC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC  
& applicable standards:-. EN786:1996, EN786A2:1996,  
IEC335-1:1991, IEC60335-2-91:1997, EN60555-2:1987,  
EN60555-3:1987, EN55014:1993, EN55014:1995  
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Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 m/s  
Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2 kg  
Newton Aycliffe, 12/09/2002  
M. Bowden,  
Research & Development Director  
Electrolux Outdoor Products  
Aycliffe Industrial Park  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE  
Co.Durham DL5 6UP  
ENGLAND  
Telephone - (00) 44 1325 300303 Fax - (00) 44 1325 310339  
UK Customer Helpline - 01325 300303 Fax - 01325 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 Outdoor Products Ltd. Registered Office, Electrolux Works, Oakley Road, Luton LU4 9QQ  
Registered number 974979 England  
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  
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