Flymo 2500 Trimmer User Manual
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1. line feed work OR Ing Is the line fed out and visible LINE TOO SHORT Has line been removed from OR cleat TRIMMER VIBRATES Is the manual line feed working The line may be jammed on the spool Rewind line to remove crossed loops Check that line is in correct section of spool CONTINUOUS CLATTER Has the motor reached full speed before use Allow the motor to reach full speed before use ING NOISE Has too much line been fed out SEE MANUAL LINE FEED safety guard Is the line cutter missing from the Contact your local approved Service Centre or Husqvarna UK Ltd Customer Service LINE SNAPS CONTINU rectly Are you using the trimmer cor Only use tip of nylon line to trim SEE How to trim and edge OUSLY Is the line jamming on the spool Rewind the line on the spool if symptoms still persist change spool and line HE BBB HB HE WHEEL STOPS TURNING 1 Clean wheel and groove on trimmer head SEE MAINTENANCE IF NONE OF THE ABOVE mq Contact Husqvarna UK Ltd Customer Service OR IF FAULT PERSISTS Telephone 01325 300303 Guarantee amp Guarantee Policy If any part is found to be defective due to faulty manufacture within the guarantee period Husqvarna UK Ltd through its Au thorised Service Repairers will effect the repair or replacem2. steady 7 Refit the cap To fit nylon line only e Remember Your Flymo Trimmer is designed to use only nylon line with a maximum diameter of 1 5mm Use only genuine Flymo nylon line 1 IMPORTANT Always wind the line onto the upper section of the spool first Take approximately 5 metres of line Insert 15mm of line into one of the holes in the upper section of the spool T and wind line in the direction of the arrows on the top of the spool Leave approximately 100mm of line unwound and place into cleat as illustrated in figure T1 Repeat on lower section of spool 2 Care should be taken to ensure that the line is neatly coiled on the spool Failure to do so will impair the ef ficiency of the automatic line feed 3 Then fit spool as described in To fit spool and line complete section above Always return the product to its normal operating po sition before switching on o059Nv2 Maintenance e WARNING Disconnect from the mains electricity supply be fore attempting any maintenance or adjustment HEIDE Cutting head continues to rotate after the trimmer T has been switched off Keep fingers and hands clear of the line cutter on leading edge of guard Caring for your product After you have finished using your product follow the pro cedure below AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING REMOVE PLUG FROM MAINS AND KEEP FEET AWAY FROM THE SWITCH LEVER WHEN CLEANING AROUND THE IN SIDE OF THE S
3. 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 out side 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 the plug supplied is cut off it should be de stroyed There is an electric shock hazard if a cut 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 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 connected 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 quali fied 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 protect the electrical equipment and are not a safeguard against elec
4. AFETY GUARD REMOVING OR RE FITTING SPOOL CAP MANUALLY FEEDING OR REPLACING NYLON LINE 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 V and the motor housing air vents W 4 Remove the wheel by pressing one of the buttons Clean the wheel and groove on trimmer head with a soft brush X amp Y 5 Attach wheel as described in Wheel Assembly 6 Inspect the trimmer carefully especially the parts of the cutting head 7 f your trimmer is damaged in any way contact your local approved service centre e Never use a damaged trimmer 8 Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of children Cable Storage 1 Your mains cable can be stored on the product as il lustrated in Fig Z1 2 Wind cable carefully to avoid kinking 3 To release the cable press the button and the hook will drop down Z2 4 Push cable hook fully back into position Fault Finding Chart WARNING Disconnect from the mains electricity supply before attempting any maintenance or adjustment ACTION Manually feed out line SEE MANUAL LINE FEED Remove cap and spool free line and re fit spool and cap SEE CUTTING HEAD FAULT CHECK LINE NOT FEEDING Is nE automatic
5. Flymo Contour 500 XT i Original Instructions x Ai amni ED es a zv Ni 01325 300303 www flymo com gt lt customer services husqvarna co uk Carton Contents Switch Handle Steady Handle Instruction Manual Electric Cable with moulded on plug IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT Telephone 01325 300303 Fax 01325 302530 Husqvarna UK Ltd Customer Service Department direct Safety If not used properly this trimmer can be dangerous This trimmer 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 trimmer The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the trimmer Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls and what they do Keep bystanders away Do not operate j whilst people especially children or pets are in the area General 1 This product is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabili ties or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the product by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product Local regulations may restrict the age of the operato
6. agseede CTXT25 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 EN60335 1 EN60335 2 91 EN786 EN50366 EN55014 1 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 The maximum A weighted sound pressure level Lpa at the operator s position 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 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 VI Notified BOQY e Intertek Cleeve Road Leatherhead Surrey KT22 7SB England Newton Aycliffe 01 07 2008 M Bowden Research amp Development Director Husqvarna UK Ltd AS Type Width of Cut cm Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device rpm Power W Measured Sound Power Lwa dB A Guaranteed Sound Power Lwa dB A teve dB A Value m s2 Weight Kg Our policy of continuous improvement means that the specification of products may be altered from time t
7. ard more line will need to be fed out WO 4 To feed more line it is first necessary to to allow the motor to stop completely then re start allowing the UL 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 Caan 5 use LHE HELLE M 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 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 Hold as illustrated in Fig H 2 To start squeeze the switch lever 3 Cut with nylon line at an angle using the tip See Fig J 1 4 Swing trimmer in and out of the cutting area taking small cuts J 2 5 Line is fed out automatically every time the trimmer head stops rotating and returns to operating speed Extra line can be fed ou
8. ble 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 additional parts that are not either manufactured or approved by Husqvarna UK Ltd or by the ma chine having been modified in any way Environmental Information Awareness of the environment must be considered when disposing of end of life product f necessary contact your local authority for disposal for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment By en suring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropri ate 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 information hr The symbol 4 4 on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste In stead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point 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 COALS COPY RETO Electric Lawn Trimmer TYPE S ccusccsedusozussccsc
9. e all objects such as stones broken glass nails wire string etc which can be thrown or become entangled in the trimmer head 4 Before use inspect the area for wildlife especially hedge hogs 5 Check that the cutting head is fitted correctly Use Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass where feasible Take care in wet grass you may lose your footing 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 B Ne other than grass 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 Beware of cut off pieces of nylon line ejected during use 14 Remove the plug from the mains 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 if the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally Check im mediately Excessive vibration can cause injury Maintenance and stora
10. ent 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 tam pered with by any person not authorised 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 commercially This guarantee is additional to and in no way diminishes the customers statutory rights Failures due to the following are not covered therefore it is impor tant that you read the instructions contained in this Operator s Man ual and understand how to operate and maintain your machine Failures not covered by guarantee 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 in structions and recommendations contained in this Operator s Manual 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 there fore not normally subject to a valid warranty claim Nylon Line Spool and Line Electric Mains Ca
11. er 3 When the required amount of line is fed out gently pull on the second line there is no need to press the man ual 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 Always return the product to its normal operating po sition before switching on manual line feed button Cutting Head To remove spool cap 1 Press and hold in the two cap release latches R 2 Pull cap away from the spoolholder R 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 Cap release located in the spoolholder 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 re move it without depressing the two latches 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 Husqvarna UK Ltd stockists To fit spool and line complete Remove the cap Remove old spool Place spool into spoolholder Release one line from cleat T1 Secure line into slot S1 Repeat for second line Ensure spool is fully located by gently rotating it during fitment whilst keeping the spoolholder
12. es are dam aged or worn 4 Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity sup ply if the cable is cut or the insulation is damaged Do not touch the electric cable until the electrical supply has been disconnected Do not repair a cut or dam aged 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 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 11 Always wind cable carefully avoiding kinking 12 Never carry the product by the cable 13 Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the product rating label 14 Our products are double insulated to EN60335 Under no circumstance should an earth be con nected to any part of the trimmer 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 Remov
13. ge 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 Husqvarna UK Ltd 5 After any maintenance in dealing with the cutting line always return the product to its normal operating posi tion before switching on 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 8 Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of children 6 Keep cutting head below waist level Do not store outdoors 7 Switch off before pushing the trimmer over surfaces Cables IMPORTANT off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket Use only 1 00mm size cable up to 40 metres length maxi mum Maximum rating 1 00mm size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC YOUR PRODUCT IS SUPPLIED WITH AN ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT 1 Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are avail able from your local Approved Service Centre 2 Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product your self Please contact your local Approved Service Centre for further information on the connectors and kits available 3 Only use extension cables specifically designed for outdoor use CONNECTORS Flymo connectors are
14. o time without prior notice Husqvarna UK Ltd Aycliffe Industrial Park NEWTON AYCLIFFE Co Durham DL5 6UP ENGLAND LAY Telephone 00 44 1325 302302 Fax 00 44 1325 310339 5101570 01
15. position e ENSURE THE SAFETY GUARD IS SECURELY IN PLACE BY ATTEMPTING TO TWIST GUARD Steady Handle Assembly D 1 Depress the two buttons on the sides of the switch handle 2 Locate the steady handle over the buttons and release the buttons 3 Adjust the steady handle to the most comfortable oper ating position by depressing the buttons and moving the handle Height Adjustment E 1 Turn height adjuster E 1 in the direction indicated to un lock E 2 2 Adjust the length of the tube to the most comfortable operating position 3 Turn height adjuster in the opposite direction to lock E3 e ENSURE THAT THE TUBE IS FULLY SECURED Cable Restraint F1 amp F2 optional 1 Form loop in mains cable and push the loop through the slot as illustrated in picture F1 2 To secure position loop over the hook and pull the cable back through the slot as illustrated in picture F2 Double Auto Feed System How the automatic line feed works G 1 When initially switching on the trimmer a small length 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 he
16. r 2 Only use the trimmer in the manner and for the func tions described in these instructions 3 Never operate the trimmer when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medicine 4 The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property Electrical AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING REMOVE PLUG FROM MAINS AND KEEP FEET AWAY FROM THE SWITCH LEVER WHEN CLEANING AROUND THE INSIDE OF THE SAFETY GUARD REMOVING OR REFITTING SPOOL CAP MANUALLY FEEDING OR REPLACING NYLON LINE The use of eye protection is recommended to protect against objects thrown by the cutting parts Do not operate in the rain or leave the prod uct outdoors while it is raining Switch off Remove plug from mains before adjusting cleaning or if cable is entangled or damaged Warning The cutting line continues to rotate after the machine has been switched off 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 2 Before use examine cable for damage If there are signs of damage or ageing it must be replaced by the manufacturers service agent or a similar qualified person to avoid hazard 3 Do not use the trimmer if the electric cabl
17. t manually as described in Manual line feed 6 To stop your trimmer release the switch lever Using the Plant amp Tree Guard The Plant and Tree Guard K1 allows the trimming of grass close to plants and trees without damaging them with the cutting line 1 Flip the guard down as illustrated in Fig K1 2 Use the trimmer around trees K2 and near plants How to edge 1 To convert to edging mode press button L1 and twist head L2 An audible click will confirm that the head is locked Ensure the Plant and Tree Guard is flipped upwards L3 Hold as illustrated in Fig H To start squeeze the switch lever Rest edger on wheel for extra stability and line up the edge of the lawn with the two indicators on the guard M1 Edge in direction indicated in Fig M 5 To stop your trimmer release the switch lever 6 To return to trimming mode press button and twist head back the opposite way An audible click will confirm that the head is locked BRON Using the Shrubbin osition 1 By pressing the lever N1 with your foot the handle can be lowered into three different positions to enable the use of the product under shrubs and low obstacles P Manual line feed To manually feed the nylon line Q Q 1 If required line can be fed out manually 2 To operate press and release manual line feed button whilst gently pulling on one of the lines until the line reaches the line cutt
18. trocution your product is hard wired i e non detachable mains electric cable a conversion kit and extension cable is available from all Approved Service Centres which can be found in your local Yellow Pages Assembly Instructions Assembly of Switch Handle to Tube A1 Ensure that the internal cable is not twisted Insert the tube into the switch handle 1 2 Push until it clicks into position e ENSURE THAT THE TUBE IS FULLY LOCATED BY ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE IT Assembly of Trimmer Head to Tube A2 Ensure that the internal cable is not twisted Insert the tube into the trimmer head 1 2 Push until it clicks into position e ENSURE THAT THE TUBE IS FULLY LOCATED BY ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE IT Assembly Instructions cont a Wheel Assembly B 1 amp B2 1 Fix the 2 halves of the wheel together as illustrated in fig B 1 2 Attach the wheel to the trimmer making sure that it is located into the groove on the trimmer head B2 3 Clip the wheel together on the other side making sure it is secure 4 The wheel should turn freely Safety Guard Assembly C 1 amp C2 1 Locate the safety guard over the cutting head Ensure the nylon line is fed through the hole in the safety guard as illustrated in fig C 1 2 Push into location and turn safety guard in the direc tion illustrated in Fig C2 until a click is heard and the safety guard is securely locked in
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