ROLLER COMPACT ROLLER COMPACT 3400 ROLLER COMPACT 340/400 ROLLER COMPACT 4000 For all customer enquiries or for replacement parts, contact:- 0870 609 1901 www.flymo.com customer.services@husqvarna.co.uk Carton Contents ROLLER COMPACT 340//3400/400 lock-off button grassbox lid height adjsutment lever washer bolts lower handle fixing pins Easi Reel cable winder (RC3400 only) nuts handle knobs washer deck cable clips cable winder attachment (RC3400 only) instruction manual spanner /scraper upper handle lower handle Easi-Reel cable spool spacer electric cable with moulded on plug washers bolts lower handle fixing pins ROLLER COMPACT 4000 grassbox lid height adjsutment lever nuts handle knob deck cable clips upper handle lower handle electric cable with moulded on plug spanner/scraper lock-off button spacer instruction manual IMPORTANT ! Please check the contents of the carton are correct BEFORE assembling your new Flymo product. IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT:Husqvarna Outdoor Products Customer Service Department direct Telephone : 0870 609 1901 Safety If not used properly this lawnmower can be dangerous! This lawnmower 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 lawnmower. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the lawnmower. Never use the mower unless the grassbox or guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position. Explanation of Symbols on the Roller Compact Beware of severing toes or hands. Do not put hands or feet near a rotating blade. Blade continues to rotate after the machine is switched off. Wait until all machine components have completely stopped before touching them. Warning Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls and what they do. Always keep the lawnmower on the ground when mowing. Tilting or lifting the lawnmower may cause stones to be thrown out Keep bystanders away. Do not mow whilst people especially children or pets are in the mowing area Switch off! Remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is entangled or damaged. Keep the cable away from the blade. STOP Do not mow in the rain or leave the lawnmower outdoors while raining (RC3400/4000 only) Unwind and remove fully before use. General 1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. 2. Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions. 3. Never operate the lawnmower 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 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, replace it if there are signs of damage or ageing. 3. Do not use the lawnmower if the electric cables are damaged or worn 4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply 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 damaged cable. Replace it with a new one. 5. Your extension cable must be uncoiled or unwound, coiled or wound cables can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower. 6. Keep cable away from lawnmower, always work away from the power point mowing up and down, never in circles. 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. 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. 10.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking. 11. Never carry the product by the cable. 12.Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs. 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 connected to any part of the product. Preparation 1. While using your product always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. 2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones, wire and debris; they could be thrown by the blade. 3. Before using the machine and after any impact, check CABLES IMPORTANT · Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres length maximum. Maximum rating : 1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC. · THE ROLLER COMPACT IS SUPPLIED WITH AN ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A FEMALE CONNECTOR 1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are available from your local Approved Service Centre. 2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product yourself. Please contact your local Husqvarna Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre for further information on the connectors and kits available. 3. Only use extension cables specifically designed for outdoor use. CONNECTORS IMPORTANT · 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. for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary. 4. Replace worn or damaged blades together with their fixings in sets to preserve balance. Use 1. Use the lawnmower only in daylight or good artificial light. 2. Avoid operating your lawnmower 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. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. 6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Walk never run. 7. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do not mow on banks or steep slopes. 8. Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could trip. 9. Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. 10.Switch off before pushing the mower over surfaces other than grass. 11. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards or without guards in place. 12.Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switching on the motor. 13.Do not tilt lawnmower when the motor is running, except when starting and stopping. In this case, do not tilt more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the operating position before returning the appliance to the ground. 14.Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating or still connected to the mains supply. 15.Remove the plug from the mains : - before leaving the mower 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 lawnmower until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in a safe operating condition.; - if the lawnmower 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 lawnmower is in safe working condition. 2. Check the grassbox/grassbag frequently for wear or deterioration. 3. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. 4. Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, spacer and impeller specified for this product. 5. Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine. MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT IMPORTANT · 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. 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 correctly 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 protect the electrical equipment and are not a safeguard against electrocution. A Assembly Instructions B C grassbox lid D bolt handle knob lower handle fixing pins Assembly of Lower Handles to Deck 1. Insert lower handle into holes in the deck (A). 2. Release the grassbox catch and lift the grassbox lid (B). 3. Rest the grassbox lid against the lower handle and remove the grassbox. 4. Push the lower handle into place ensuring that the holes in the lower handle are correctly located behind the holes in the deck. 5. Secure the lower handles to the inside of the deck with the lower handle fixing pins (C). 6. Ensure the fixing pins are securely located. 7. Should a problem occur when securing lower handle to deck, 2 1 washer carefully lever fixing pins out of location and repeat steps 4 to 6. 8. Replace the grassbox and close the grassbox lid. Assembly of Upper Handles to Lower Handles. · Ensure the upper handle is located correctly with the lock-off button on the switchbox uppermost 1. Insert the nut into the handle knob (D1). 2. Ensure the upper handle and the lower handle are aligned correctly. (D2) 3. Fit the bolts, washers and handle knobs.(D) 4. Fit the cable to the handles with the clips provided. Make sure the cable is not trapped between the upper and lower handles. E 2 1 F 1 Cable Winder Assembly (E & F) RC3400 only 1. Insert cable winder attachment onto left upper handle as viewed from rear of product (E1). 2. Insert cable winder onto attachment and turn downward to secure. (E2). 3. Continue turning the cable winder downward until it can be located onto the top of the lower handle (F1). Cutting Height Adjustment G Adjusting the cutting height 1. Lift the lever out of location and rotate to the desired position. (G) Heights of cut:1 & 2 - low, 3 - medium, 4 & 5 - high H spacer The height of cut can be reduced further by the addition of the spacer provided (H) Always handle blade with care - sharp edges could cause injury. USE GLOVES. 1. Remove the blade bolt and blade as described in Removing the Blade and Fan 2. Place the spacer between the fan and the blade (H) 3. Replace the blade as described in Fitting the Blade and Fan Removing, Emptying and Refitting the Grassbox J grassbox empty Grassbox Full · As the grassbox fills up, grass will be visible through the window in the lid (J). · When the window is full it is time to empty the grassbox. Emptying the Grassbox · Stop the lawnmower, as described in `To Stop your Lawnmower'and wait until the blade has stopped rotating, BEFORE lifting the grassbox lid. 1. Release grassbox catch and lift grassbox lid (B). See Assembly Instructions. 2. Rest grassbox lid against lower handle and remove grassbox (K). 3. Empty grassbox. 4. Replace grassbox and close grassbox lid. grassbox full K Cut Out Device L Cut out · · IMPORTANT The Roller Compact is fitted with a cut-out device (L) which will prevent the lawnmower from being started until the grassbox lid is firmly close and clicked into place. Do not attempt to use your lawnmower without the grassbox in place or with the lid open. · IMPORTANT INFORMATION M When received from the Manufacturer, the front wheels are in a raised position. Do not switch on this product before removing from the raised position into a desired height of cut. (M) Starting and Stopping N P · Important:- Your lawnmower will not start until the grassbox lid is firmly closed and clicked into place. To Start your Lawnmower 1. Connect female extension cable connector to the back of the switchbox. (N) 2. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop through the slot as illustrated in picture (P) 3. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull the cable back through the slot as illustrated in picture (Q). 4. Connect plug to mains and switch on. 5. Tilt the handle downwar ...