Flymo Lawn Mower lawnrake User Manual

Lawnrake  
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General  
3. Before using the machine and after any impact, check  
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.  
4. Replace worn or damaged tines.  
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these  
instructions to use the product. Local regulations  
may restrict the age of the operator.  
Use  
2. Only use the product in the manner and for the func-  
tions described in these instructions.  
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light.  
2. Avoid operating your product 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. Use across the face of slopes, never up and down.  
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction  
on slopes. Walk never run.  
7. Operating on banks and slopes can be dangerous.  
Do not operate on banks or steep slopes.  
8. Do not walk backwards when operating, you could trip.  
9. Use exreme caution when pulling the product towards you.  
10.Switch off before pushing the product over surfaces  
other than grass.  
3. Never operate the product 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 product if the electric cables are  
damaged 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 cable must be uncoiled or unwound, coiled or wound  
cables can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.  
6. Keep cable away from the product, always work away from  
the power point, operating 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 our replacement cable.  
10.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.  
11.Never carry the product by the cable.  
11.Never operate the product 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 the product 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 the product when it is operat-  
ing or still connected to the mains supply.  
15.Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.  
Keep clear of the the discharge opening at all times.  
16.Remove the plug from the mains :  
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before leaving the product unattended for any period;  
before clearing a blockage;  
before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;  
if you hit an object. Do not use until you are sure that  
the entire product is in a safe operating condition.;  
if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check  
immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.  
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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.  
Maintenance and storage  
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the  
14.Our products are double insulated to EN60335.  
Under no circumstance should an earth be connect-  
ed to any part of the product.  
product is in safe working condition.  
2. Check the collection box frequently for wear or deterio-  
ration.  
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 tines.  
3. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.  
4. Only use the replacement parts specified for this product.  
5. Be careful during adjustment of the product to pre-  
vent entrapment of the fingers between moving and  
fixed parts of the machine.  
CABLES  
IMPORTANT  
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!  
Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres length maximum.  
Maximum rating :  
1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.  
YOUR PRODUCT IS SUPPLIED WITH CABLE  
WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT.  
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are avail-  
able from your local Husqvarna Outdoor Products  
Approved Service Centre.  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor-  
dance with the following code:  
BLUE - NEUTRAL  
BROWN - LIVE  
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product  
yourself. Please contact your local Husqvarna Outdoor  
Products Approved Service Centre for further informa-  
tion 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  
IMPORTANT  
5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or qual-  
ified 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.  
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.  
If your product is hard wired i.e. non-detachable  
mains electric cable, a conversion kit and exten-  
sion cable is available from all Husqvarna Outdoor  
Products Approved Service Centres which can be  
found in your local Yellow Pages.  
MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT  
IMPORTANT  
If the plug supplied is cut off it should be destroyed.  
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Assembly Instructions  
A
Wheel Assembly (A)  
1. Insert the wheel bolt into the threaded hole.  
2. Fully tighten the bolts using a screwdriver.  
B
Assembly of Lower Handles to Deck  
1. Place the hole in the lower handle over the end of  
the bolt (B)  
2. Place the wing knob onto the end of the bolt and  
firmly tighten. (B)  
3. Repeat on the other side.  
Assembly of Upper Handles to Lower Handles.  
1. Ensure the upper handle is located correctly with  
the lock-off button on the switchbox uppermost.  
2. Ensure the upper handle and the lower handle  
are aligned correctly.(C)  
3. Fit the bolts, washers and wing knobs.(C)  
4. Fit the cable to the handles with the clips provid-  
ed. Make sure the cable is not trapped between  
the upper and lower handles.  
C
D
Height Adjust Handle Assembly  
1. Insert the height adjust arm into the slot at the  
base of the height adjust handle (D)  
2. Firmly push the handle on to the arm.  
3. The handle will automatically lock on to the arm.  
Height Adjustment  
E
Adjusting the raking height  
1. Lift the lever out of location and rotate to the  
desired position. (E)  
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Heights of raking:-  
5
1 & 2 - low  
The low settings should be used to collect material from the  
base of the lawn. This setting is ideal for removing moss  
and thatch. After removing the thick patches of moss and  
thatch the lawn may look bare in some patches. These  
patches in the lawn will start to recover now that the moss  
and thatch has been removed.  
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3 - 4 medium  
The medium settings should be used for moderate raking.  
This setting is ideal for lifting flattened grass prior to mowing  
and for collecting grass cuttings after mowing. It can also be  
used for light raking of moss and thatch.  
5 & 6 - high  
The high settings are for light raking and should be used for  
clearing the lawn. This setting is ideal for collecting light  
debris such as fallen leaves, twigs and grass cuttings with-  
out damaging the lawn.  
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Starting and Stopping  
F
G
J
To Start your Product  
1. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop  
through the slot. (F)  
2. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull the  
cable back through the slot (G).  
3. Connect plug to mains and switch on.  
4. Tilt the handle downwards to slightly raise the front  
of the product and to reduce the risk of lawn dam-  
age whilst starting.  
The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button  
(H1) to prevent accidental starting.  
H
5. Press and hold the lock-off button (H) on the switch-  
box, then squeeze one of the Start/Stop levers  
towards the upper handle (J).  
6. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever towards the  
upper handle and release the lock-off button (K).  
7. Lower the product to its proper operating position  
and commence raking.  
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K
L
NOTE - There are two start/stop levers fitted.  
Either one can be used for starting the product.  
IMPORTANT - Do not use the start/stop levers  
intermittently  
To Stop your Product  
1. Release the pressure on the Start/Stop lever.  
How to Use  
Raking your Lawn  
Raking the lawn helps aerate the soil, prevent diseases, it  
also improves surface drainage and promotes a healthier  
thicker lawn.  
Moss  
There are several types of mosses, which can cause  
problems to your lawn. Moss as well as being detrimen-  
tal to the appearance of your lawn, will smother grass,  
make the lawn spongy, make it difficult to mow, hold  
water and encourage disease. Moss spores are released  
during spring and autumn.  
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Thatch  
Thatch is decaying organic matter that builds up on the  
base of the lawn. Like moss thatch is detrimental to the  
appearance of your lawn and can cause bad surface  
drainage, encourage weeds, prevent air circulation and  
encourage disease.  
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How to Use  
For total control of moss, use moss killer in early  
spring a couple of weeks prior to using the lawnrake  
To gently remove particularly heavy areas of moss  
and thatch you may have to rake over the area sev-  
eral times.  
For best results use your lawnrake regularly particu-  
larly at the beginning of the season to encourage  
good growth and at the end of the season to prepare  
the lawn for winter. The lawn should be raked in  
autumn leaving some time for the lawn to thicken  
and recover before winter.  
Do not use in wet or damp conditions. Raking in wet  
conditions can damage the lawn.  
Do not force the lawnrake through long grass it  
should be used on grass no longer than 75mm in  
length. If the grass is long, mow the lawn prior to  
using the Lawn Rake. The Lawn Rake can collect  
your grass clippings while raking.  
Clear the lawn of any loose debris or stones that  
may damage the lawnrake.  
On your first use choose a medium height to start  
with, and then adjust the height setting to suit your  
lawn and use.  
To maintain the quality of your lawnrake it is recom-  
mended that you clean it after use. Refer to the sec-  
tion - Caring for your Product  
Start the lawnrake at the edge of the lawn, close to  
the power point, and work away from the power  
point. Once you have raked the lawn in one direction  
rake again at right angles to the previous direction. (L)  
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Collection Box  
M
N
P
Collection Box Full (M)  
1. As the collection box fills up, grass will be clearly  
visible through the window in the lid (M).  
2. When the window is full it is time to empty the col-  
lection box.  
Emptying the Collection Box  
1. Lift the collection box at the front and the rear  
handles (N)  
2. Tilt the collection box upside down to release the  
collection box flap (P)  
3. Empty into your compost or garden waste bin.  
4. Ensure collection box flap is fitted correctly before  
refitting the collection box  
Removing and Fitting the Tines  
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R
S
Removing and Fitting the Tines  
1. Ensure plug is removed from power supply  
2. Turn the lawn rake upside down to access the tines  
3. Remove the screw from the central disc on the set of  
tines you wish to replace (Q)  
4. Rotate the central disc to unlock the tines (R)  
5. Remove the existing tine and replace with  
a new one (S)  
6. There are 2 types of tine; a left and a right. When  
replacing a worn tine of one type you should replace  
it with a new tine of the same type.  
7. Fitting is reversal of removal.  
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Caring for your Product  
T
Cleaning (T)  
USE GLOVES  
IMPORTANT  
It is very important that you keep your product clean.  
Grass clippings left in any of the air intakes or under  
the deck could become a potential fire hazard.  
1. Remove grass from under the deck with a brush.  
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from all  
air intakes, the collection box and the vision window  
3. Wipe over the surface of your product with a dry  
cloth.  
IMPORTANT  
Never use water for cleaning your product. Do not  
clean with chemicals, including petrol, or solvents -  
some can destroy critical plastic parts.  
At the End of the cutting Season  
1. Replace tines, bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.  
2. Clean your product thoroughly.  
3. Make sure that the electric cable is coiled properly.  
Storing your product: Store in a dry place where your  
product is protected from damage  
Fault Finding Hints  
Fails to Operate  
1. Is the correct Starting procedure being followed? See  
To Start your Lawnrake’  
2. Is the Power Turned On?  
Excessive Vibration  
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.  
2. Check that the tines are functioning correctly.  
3. Replace tines if necessary  
3. Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.  
4. Fuse continues to blow?  
4. If vibration persists?  
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity  
supply and consult your local approved Service  
Centre.  
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity  
supply and consult your local approved Service  
Centre.  
Lawnrake becomes heavy to push  
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.  
2. In long grass or uneven ground, the height of cut  
should be raised to a higher position. See Cutting  
Height Adjustment.  
Poor Collection  
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.  
2. Clean the outside of the air intakes, the discharge  
chute and the underside of the deck.  
3. Try a different height of rake. See ‘Height Adjustment’.  
4. Check condition of the Tines and replace if necessary.  
See ‘Removing and Fitting the Tines’.  
5. If poor collection persists.  
3. Check that the wheels can rotate freely.  
4. If problem persists?  
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity  
supply and consult your local approved Service  
Centre.  
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity  
supply and consult your local approved Service  
Centre.  
Service Recommendations  
1. We strongly recommend that your product is serviced  
at least every twelve months, more often in a profes-  
sional application.  
6. Should it be necessary for work to be carried out by your  
Service 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.  
2. Always use genuine Spare Parts.  
3. Prepacked spares are available from most Husqvarna  
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.  
To obtain service on your 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 purchase.  
All of the centres listed stock genuine Spare Parts.  
NOTE: Our Service Repairers act on their own behalf and  
are not empowered to commit or legally bind Husqvarna  
Outdoor Products in any manner whatsoever.  
Environmental Information  
Husqvarna 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.  
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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, Husqvarna 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  
Husqvarna Outdoor Products.  
Failures not covered by guarantee  
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Replacing worn or damaged tines  
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:  
Tines, Electric Mains cable.  
(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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Caution!  
Husqvarna 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  
Husqvarna 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 Husqvarna I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Husqvarna I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Husqvarna  
Outdoor Products, Aycliffe Industrial Park,  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Co. Durham. DL5  
6UP. Certify that the product:-  
Category........ Electric Scarifier  
Make.............. Husqvarna Outdoor  
Products  
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  
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 of Cutting Device...... Tines  
Type .............................................................. LC340  
Identification of Series....... See Product Rating Label  
Conformity Assessment Procedure....ANNEX VI  
Width of Cut .................................................. 34 cm  
Speed of Rotation of Raking Device ............ 3750 RPM  
Notified Body..................... Intertek, Cleeve Road, Leatherhead, Guaranteed sound power level ..................... 95 dB (A)  
Surrey. KT22 7SB England  
Other Directives:-...............98/37/EEC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC  
& applicable standards:-... EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3,  
EN55014-1, EN55014-2, EN13684, IEC60335-1, IEC60335-2-92  
Measured Sound Power Level ..................... 93.47 dB (A)  
Level ............................................................. 78.4 dB (A)  
Value ............................................................. 1.87 m/s  
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Weight ........................................................... 11 kg  
Newton Aycliffe, 10  
M. Bowden,  
Research & Development Director  
/10/2005  
Husqvarna 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.  
5107400-01  
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