Flymo 420 Trimmer User Manual
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1. f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while Remove plug from the mains immediately if the cable is damaged or cut Do not expose to rain Do not leave the product outdoors while it is raining The use of eye protection is recom mended operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard had or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries c Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and or battery pack picking up or Carrying the tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents d Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tools may result in personal injury e Do not overreach Keep proper footing an2. 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 re placement cable Always wind cable carefully avoiding kinking Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the product rating label 10 Our products are double insulated to EN60745 Under no circumstances should an earth be con nected to any part of the product Personal safety 1 2 Always wear suitable clothing gloves and stout shoes Thoroughly inspect the area where the hedge trim mer is to be used and remove all wires and other for eign objects Before using the machine and after any impact check for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary Always ensure the hand guard supplied is fitted be fore using the hedge trimmer Never attempt to use an incomplete hedge trimmer or one with an unau thorised modification Power tool use and care 1 Know how to stop the hedge trimmer quickly in an emergency Never hold the hedge trimmer by the guard Never operate the hedge trimmer with damaged guards or without guards in place Do not use stepladders whilst operating the hedge trimmer Remove the plug from the mains before leaving the hedge trimmer unattended for any period before clearing a blockage before checking cleaning or working on the appli ance if you hit an object Do not use your hedge trimmer until you are sure that the e
3. parts and their life is dependent on regular maintenance and are therefore not normally subject to a valid war ranty claim Blades Electric Mains cable Caution Husqvarna UK Ltd does not accept liability under the warranty for defects caused in whole or part directly or indirectly by the fitting of replacement parts or ad ditional parts that are not either manufactured or ap proved by Husqvarna UK Ltd or by the machine having been modified in any way Service Recommendations 1 We strongly recommend that your product is serviced at least every twelve months more often in a profes sional application 2 Always use genuine Flymo Spare Parts 3 Pre packed spares are available from most Flymo Approved stockists 4 Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black product rating label 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 rat ing label 6 Should it be necessary for work to be camied out by your Service Centre it is important to take your complete ma chine 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 product simply telephone or visit your local Service Centre Should you re quire service under the terms of our guarantee the Service Centre will require proof of purchase All of t
4. supply and consult your local approved Service Centre Poor cut quality 1 Ensure the product is being used correctly see How to Use 2 Ensure blades are free from trapped debris 3 Damaged Blades Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Service Centre Excessive Vibration Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Service Centre Environmental Information Awareness of the environment must be considered when disposing of end of life product If necessary contact your local authority for disposal information The symbol on the product or on its packaging indi cates that this product may not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and elec tronic equipment By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative con sequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local council office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Guarantee amp Guarantee Policy If any part is found to be defective due to faulty manu facture within the guarantee period Husqvarna UK L
5. BOY sss 2is she ceca cuss steade sates cake sezaseseess Intertek Cleeve Road Leatherhead Surrey KT22 7SB England Newton Aycliffe 17 09 2008 M Bowden Research amp Development Director Husqvarna UK Ltd Ei Type EC420 EC450 EC500 EC510 EC600 Blade length cm 42 45 51 51 60 Power W 420 450 450 500 500 Measured Sound Power Lwa dB A 97 97 99 96 Guaranteed Sound Power Lwa dB A 99 106 106 106 97 Level dB A 77 77 77 79 76 pane a 5 7 5 56 5 53 5 22 2 23 3 30 Uncertainty ar tm s Weight Kg 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 2 8 2 8 2 8 2 9 3 0 Husqvarna UK Ltd Aycliffe Industrial Park NEWTON AYCLIFFE Co Durham DL5 6UP ENGLAND Telephone 01325 302302 Fax 01325 310339 Our policy of continuous improvement means that the specification of products may be altered from time to time without prior notice 5054534 02 Od
6. power tool in the warnings refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool 1 Work area safety a Keep work area clean and well lit C uttered or dark areas invite accidents b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control 2 Electrical safety a Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded c Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock
7. which can be found in your local Yellow Pages Assembly Assembly of Handguard 1 Insert Handguard into slot as illustrated in figure A ensuring that it is securely located DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT WITHOUT FIT TING THE HANDGUARD Before Use Before starting your hedge trimmer Form a loop in the mains cable and push the loop Securing the cable in the Belt Clip helps keep the through the hole in the Belt Clip C 1 ensuring the coil cable away from blade in the cable is close to the clip Push up the hook on the Belt Clip B1 5 To secure position the loop over the hook and pull Place the rear section of the Belt Clip behind your back C 2 belt B2 6 Connect to mains and switch on Push down the hook on the Belt Clip to secure it onto 7 Remove blade cover D your belt B3 Starting and Stopping To start your hedge trimmer 2 To start push forward the lock off button G1 EasiC ut 420 450 510 squeeze the main switch lever G2 release lock off 1 There are three switch levers fitted to your Hed puua getrimmer 3 Main switch lever G2 and one other need to be held in the operating position G3 H1 or J 1 for the 2 Main switch lever E1 and one other switch lever duckie sian need to be held in the operating position E2 or F1 pigeon for the product to start To stop your h
8. EasiCut 420 EasiC ut 450 EasiC ut 500 EasiC ut 510 EasiC ut 600XT Original Instructions For all customer enquiries or for replacement parts contact 01325 300303 www flymo com gt lt customer services husqvarna co uk Carton Contents EasiC ut 420 450 500 510 Handguard instruction manual EasiC ut 600XT IMPORTANT Please check the contents of the carton are correct BEFORE assembling your new product IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT Husqvarna UK Ltd Customer Service Department direct Telephone 01325 300303 Fax 01325 302530 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 A Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls y and what they do General Power Tool Safety Warnings AN WARNING Read all safety warnings and all in structions Failure to follow the warnings and in structions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future refer ence The term
9. be accidentally cut by the blade Additional Safety Recommendations Work area safety 1 Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the hedge trimmer Local regula tions may restrict the age of the operator Only use the hedge trimmer in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property Electrical safety 1 The British Standards Institute recommend the use of a Residual Current Device R C D with a tripping current of not more than 30mA 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 Before use examine cable for damage replace it if there are signs of damage or ageing Do not use the hedge trimmer if the electric cables are damaged or worn 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 Your electric cable must be untangled tangled ca bles can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your hedge trimmer Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug cable connector or extension cable Switch off remove plug from mains and examine
10. ct the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before Safety cont 5 use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control g Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation Service a Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Hedge trimmer safety warnings Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade Do not remove cut material or hold mate rial to be cut when blades are moving Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed ma terial A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped When transporting or stor ing the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting de vice cover Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades Keep cable away from the cutting area During operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs and can
11. d balance atall times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations f Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts g If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards 4 Power tool use and care a Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired c Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users e Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affe
12. edge trimmer To start your hedge trimmer Move hedge trimmer away from cutting area before EasiC ut 600XT lOPPING Ty There are four switch levers fitted to your hedge ie TO SlOP Trecase Any Switch levertk Ey trimmer How to Use How to Use your hedge trimmer 1 Inspect area to be cut before each use remove ob jects which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting blades 2 Always keep the hedge trimmer in front of your body Hold handle firmly with both hands and stand in a se cure and stable position 3 Allow the cutting blades to reach full speed before en tering the material to be cut 4 Always work going away from people and solid objects such as walls large stones trees vehicles etc 5 If blade stalls immediately stop the hedge trimmer Disconnect the hedge trimmer from the power source and clear jammed debris from the cutting blades In spect blades and repair or replace as needed Top Cutting Use a wide sweeping motion M A slight downward tilt of the cutting blades in the direction of motion gives the best cutting results Side Cutting When trimming the sides of the hedge begin at the bottom and cut upwards N tapering the hedge inward at the top This shape will expose more of the hedge resulting in more uniformed growth e WARNING Disconnect from the mains electricity supply be fore attempting any maintenance or adjustment Cleaning P 1 U
13. eft outside permanently nor should they be sub merged 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 IMPORTANT e If the plug supplied is cut off it should be de stroyed There is an electric shock hazard if a cut off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket 1 No earth required Our products are double insu lated to EN60745 and under no circumstances should an earth be connected to any part of the prod uct 2 Ensure the mains voltage suits your product 3 IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor dance with the following code BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE 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 con nected to the Terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED 4 It is important that the outer sheath is clamped cor rectly into the 3 pin plug 5 If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or qualified electrician before the machine is used 6 A 13 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 safeguard against electrocution If your productis hard wired i e non detachable mains electric cable a conversion kit and exten sion cable is available from all Approved Service Centres
14. he 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 Husq varna UK Ltd in any manner whatsoever EC Declaration of Conformity Husqvarna UK Ltd Aycliffe Industrial Park Newton Aycliffe Co Durham DL5 6UP England Declare under our sole responsibility that the product s Category ccaeelasdecessicdaie Hedgetrimmer Type s pererin EC 420 EC 450 EC 500 EC510 EC 600 Identification of Series See Product Rating Label Year of Construction See Product Rating Label Conforms to the essential requirements amp provisions of the following EC Directives 98 37 EC until 31 12 09 2006 42 EC from 01 01 10 2004 108 EC 2000 14 EC based on the following EU harmonized standards applied EN60745 1 EN60745 2 15 EN774 EN50366 EN55014 1 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 The maximum A weighted sound pressure level Lpa at the workstation measured according to EN ISO 11203 recorded on a sample of the above product s corresponds to the Level given in the table The maximum hand arm vibration weighted value measured according to EN ISO 5349 on a sample of the above product s corresponds to the Value an given in the table 2000 14 EC The Measured Sound Power Lwa amp Guaranteed Sound Power Lwa values are according to the tabulated figures Conformity Assessment Procedure Annex V Notified
15. ntire hedge trimmer is in a safe operating condition if the hedge trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally Check immediately Excessive vibration can cause injury before passing to another person Maintenance and storage 1 2 3 Keep all nuts bolts and screws secure to be sure the hedge trimmer is in safe working condition Replace worn or damaged parts for safety Be careful during adjustment of the hedge trimmer to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of children Do not store outdoors Cables CABLES IMPORTANT e Use only 1 00mm size cable up to 40 metres length maximum Maximum rating 1 00mm size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC YOUR HEDGETRIMMER IS SUPPLIED WITH CABLE WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT 1 Mains Cables and Extension Cables are available from your local Approved Service Centre 2 Do not wire an extension cable directly to your prod uct yourself Please contact your local Approved Service Centre for further information on the connec tors and kits available 3 Only use extension cables specifically designed for outdoor use CONNECTORS IMPORTANT e Connectors are suitable for use with 2 core cable only Under no circumstances should these connec tors be used for earthed products e All connectors and cables are of splashproof con struction They are not waterproof and must not be l
16. sing a soft brush remove debris from all air in takes and cutting blade 2 Wipe over surface of your hedge trimmer with a dry cloth IMPORTANT Never use water for cleaning your hedge trimmer Do not clean with chemicals including petrol or sol vents some can destroy critical plastic parts Lubricating the Cutting Blade For easier operation and longer life lubricate the cutter blades before and after use Apply the oil so that it runs be tween the two blades R At the end of the Cutting Season 1 Clean your hedge trimmer thoroughly 2 Check that all nuts and bolts are secure 3 Visually inspect the hedge trimmer for any worn or dam aged parts contact your local Service Centre if any parts require replacement To store your hedge trimmer Ensure the blade cover is fitted before storage s Store in a dry place where your hedge trimmer is protected from damage Fault Finding Hints Fails to Operate 1 Is the Power Turned On 2 Check the fuse in the plug if blown replace 3 Fuse continues to blow Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Service Centre Cutting blade stops under load 1 Cut at a slower pace 2 If cutting blade still stops under load Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Service Centre Fails to stop when one switch lever is released Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
17. td 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 adjustment 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 au thorised by Husqvarna UK Ltd 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 coun try for which it was specified i The machine has not been used commercially This guarantee is additional to and in no way dimin ishes the customers statutory rights Failures due to the following are not covered therefore it is important that you read the instructions contained in this Operator s Manual and understand how to operate and maintain your machine Failures not covered by guarantee Replacing worn or damaged blades 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 accor dance with the instructions and recommendations con tained in this Operator s Manual Machines used for hire are not covered by this guarantee The following items listed are considered as wearing
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