Flymo Trimmer 511967501 User Manual

For all customer enquiries or for replacement parts, contact:-  
01325 300303  
 
REFITTING SPOOL CAP, MANUALLY FEEDING OR  
REPLACING NYLON LINE.  
3. Do not use the trimmer if the electric cables are  
damaged or worn.  
1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.  
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.  
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.  
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 sup-  
ply 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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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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;  
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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 repair-  
er.  
4. Check that the cutting head is fitted correctly.  
Use  
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  
Cables  
IMPORTANT  
Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres length  
maximum.  
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  
Maximum rating:  
1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.  
THE POWER TRIM IS SUPPLIED WITH AN  
ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE WIRED DIRECTLY  
INTO THE PRODUCT.  
with the following code:  
BLUE  
BROWN  
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NEUTRAL  
LIVE  
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are  
available from your local Electrolux Outdoor  
Products Approved Service Centre.  
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.  
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.  
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  
construction. 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.  
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.  
MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT  
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.  
 
Assembly Instructions  
A1  
B1  
A2  
B2  
Assembly of Switch Handle to Tube (A1)  
Ensure that the internal cable is not twisted.  
1. Insert the tube into the switch handle.  
2. Push until it clicks into position.  
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.  
1. Insert the tube into the trimmer head.  
2. Push until it clicks into position.  
ENSURE THAT THE TUBE IS FULLY LOCATED BY  
ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE IT.  
Safety Guard Assembly (B1) & (B2)  
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 B1.  
2. Push into location and turn safety guard in the direc-  
tion illustrated in Fig B2, until a click is heard and the  
safety guard is securely locked in position.  
ENSURE THE SAFETY GUARD IS SECURELY IN  
PLACE BY ATTEMPTING TO TWIST GUARD.  
Steady Handle Assembly (C)  
1. Depress the two buttons on the sides of the switch  
handle.  
2. Locate the steady handle over the buttons and  
release the buttons.  
C
D
3. Adjust the steady handle to the most comfortable  
operating position by depressing the buttons and  
moving the handle.  
1
2
3
Height Adjustment (D)  
1. Turn height adjuster (D1) in the direction indicated to  
un-lock (D2).  
2. Adjust the length of the tube to the most comfortable  
operating position.  
3. Turn height adjuster in the opposite direction to lock  
(D3).  
E1  
E2  
ENSURE THAT THE TUBE IS FULLY SECURED.  
Cable Restraint (E1) & (E2)  
1. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop through  
the slot as illustrated in picture (E1).  
2. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull the  
cable back through the slot as illustrated in picture  
(E2).  
Double Auto Feed System  
How the automatic line feed works (F)  
1. When initially switching on the trimmer, a small length  
of line is fed out.  
F
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.  
line cutter  
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.  
 
How to trim and edge  
G
H
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.  
J
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 G.  
2. To start, squeeze the switch lever.  
3. Cut with nylon line at an angle using the tip. See Fig  
H.  
4. Swing trimmer in and out of the cutting area taking  
small cuts (J)  
K
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5. Line is fed out automatically every time the trimmer  
head stops rotating and returns to operating speed.  
2
Extra line can be fed out manually as described in  
Manual line feed  
6. To stop your trimmer release the switch lever.  
How to edge  
1. To convert to edging mode, depress the locking but-  
ton (K1) and twist head anti-clockwise (K2). An audi-  
ble "click" will confirm that the head is locked. Ensure  
the button has returned to its original position.  
2. Hold as illustrated in Fig G.  
L
3. To start, squeeze the switch lever.  
4. Rest the edger on the roller for extra stability and line  
up the edge of the lawn with the two indicators on the  
guard (L1). Edge in direction indicated in Fig L.  
5. To return to trimming mode, depress the locking but-  
ton and twist head clockwise. An audible "click" will  
confirm that the head is locked. Ensure the button  
has returned to its original position.  
1
Manual line feed  
M
To manually feed the nylon line (M)  
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  
N
To remove spool cap  
Cap  
1. Press and hold in the two cap release latches. (N).  
2. Pull cap away from the spoolholder. (N).  
When refitting the spool cap  
Cap release  
latch  
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.  
To replace nylon line  
Slot  
Spoolholder  
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.  
P
P1  
Q1  
To fit spool and line complete:  
1. Remove the cap.  
2. Remove old spool.  
3. Place spool into spoolholder.  
4. Release one line from cleat (Q1).  
5. Secure line into slot (P1).  
6. Repeat for second line.  
Ensure spool is fully located by gently rotating it  
during fitment, whilst keeping the spoolholder  
steady.  
7. Refit the cap.  
To fit nylon line only:  
Cleat  
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.  
Q
Take approximately 5 metres of line. Insert 15mm of  
line into one of the holes in the upper section of the  
spool (Q) 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 Q1. 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  
efficiency of the automatic line feed.  
3. Then fit spool as described in To fit spool and line  
complete’, section above.  
 
Maintenance  
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WARNING  
Disconnect from the mains electricity supply,  
before attempting any maintenance or adjust-  
ment. 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 Power Trim  
After you have finished using your Flymo Power Trim fol-  
low the procedure below:  
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.  
S
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 R) and the motor  
housing air vents. (Fig S)  
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.  
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• Never use a damaged trimmer.  
6. Store in a cool, dry place and out of reach of chil-  
dren.  
Cable Storage  
1. Your mains cable can be stored on the product as  
illustrated in Fig T.  
2. Wind cable carefully to avoid kinking.  
3. To release the cable press the button and the hook  
will drop down (Fig V).  
4. Push cable hook fully back into position.  
 
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  
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.  
Environmental Information  
The symbol  
on the product or on its packaging indicates 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 electronic equipment.  
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the envi-  
ronment 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 house-  
hold waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.  
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 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, Spool and 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 commercially.  
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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.  
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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  
Manual and understand how to operate and maintain your machine:  
 
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-  
weighted sound pressure level recorded at  
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 operator position under free field semi ane-  
2000/14/EEC  
choic chamber conditions was :-  
Type........................................................ SET250  
Width of Cut............................................ 25 cm  
Type of Cutting Device..............Cutting Line  
SET300  
30 cm  
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  
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device.......10500 RPM 10300 RPM  
Guaranteed sound power level...............93 dB (A)  
Measured Sound Power Level................91 dB (A)  
Level........................................................79.5 dB (A) 80.4 dB (A)  
96 dB(A)  
94 dB (A)  
& applicable standards:- EN786, IEC60335-1, IEC60335-2-91,  
EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55014-1, EN55014-2  
Value....................................................... 6.79 m/s2  
6.38 m/s2  
Weight..................................................... 3.26 kg  
3.45 kg  
Newton Aycliffe, 17/09/2004  
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  
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  
Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold  
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5119675-01  
 

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