Flymo Trimmer Minimo User Manual

For all customer enquiries or for replacement parts, contact:-  
01325 300303  
 
General  
4. Replace worn or damaged plastic cutters  
together with their fixings in sets to preserve  
balance.  
Use  
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artifi-  
cial light.  
2. Avoid operating your product in wet grass,  
where feasible.  
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your foot-  
ing.  
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with  
these instructions to use the product. Local  
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.  
2. Only use the product in the manner and for the  
functions described in these instructions. Only  
use this product for cutting 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 acci-  
dents or hazards occurring to other people or  
their property.  
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.  
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 electric-  
ity 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 cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables can  
overheat and reduce the efficiency of your prod-  
uct.  
6. Keep cable away from product, always work  
away from the power point using up and down,  
never in circles.  
7. Never carry the product by the cable.  
8. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the  
plugs.  
9. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.  
10.Always switch off at the mains before discon-  
necting any plug, cable connector or extension  
cable.  
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direc-  
tion on slopes. Walk never run.  
7. Using on banks and slopes can be dangerous.  
Do not use on banks or steep slopes.  
8. Do not walk backwards when using, you could  
trip.  
9. Never cut grass by pulling the product towards  
you.  
10.Switch off before pushing the product over sur-  
faces other than grass.  
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 switch-  
ing on the motor.  
13.Do not tilt 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 the hand is in the  
operating position before returning the appli-  
ance to the ground.  
14.Never pick up or carry a product when it is  
operating or still connected to the mains supply.  
15.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;  
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if you hit an object. Do not use your product  
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.  
11. Switch off, remove plug from mains and exam-  
ine 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.  
12.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.  
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 product.  
Preparation  
1. While using your product always wear substan-  
tial footwear and long trousers.  
Maintenance and storage  
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure  
the product is in safe working condition.  
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.  
3. Only use the replacement cutters and impeller  
specified for this product.  
4. Be careful during adjustment of the product to  
prevent entrapment of the fingers between  
moving plastic cutters and fixed parts of the  
machine.  
2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones,  
bones, wire and debris; they could be thrown by  
the plastic cutters.  
3. Before using the machine and after any impact,  
check for signs of wear or damage and repair  
as necessary.  
 
CABLES - IMPORTANT  
3. IMPORTANT!  
Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres  
length maximum.  
E
L
RED  
OR  
BROWN  
Maximum rating :  
F
1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.  
THE MINIMO IS SUPPLIED WITH AN ELECTRIC MAINS  
CABLE WIRED DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT.  
1. Flymo Mains Cables and Extension Cables are available  
from your local Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.  
2. Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product  
yourself. Please contact your local Electrolux Outdoor  
Products Approved Service Centre for further informa-  
tion on the connectors and kits available.  
U
S
BLACK  
OR  
E
N
BLUE  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor-  
dance with the following code:  
BLUE NEUTRAL  
BROWN LIVE  
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3. Only use extension cables specifically designed for  
outdoor use.  
CONNECTORS - IMPORTANT  
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connect-  
ed to the Terminal which is marked with the letter  
'N' or coloured BLACK.  
Flymo connectors are suitable for use with 2 core  
cable only. Under no circumstances should these  
connectors be used for earthed products.  
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be con-  
nected to the Terminal which is marked with the let-  
ter 'L' or coloured RED.  
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.  
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 safe-  
guard against electrocution.  
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.  
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  
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.  
Outdoor Products Approved Service Centres  
which can be found in your local Yellow Pages.  
2. Ensure the mains voltage suits your product.  
Assembly Instructions  
A
handle  
bolt  
Assembly of handle to handle tube (A)  
1. Insert the handle tube into the handle as illus-  
trated, ensuring the handle is in an upright posi-  
tion  
wing knob  
nut  
2. Insert the nut into the wing knob.  
3. Secure with the bolt and wing knob.  
handle  
tube  
B
handle  
tube  
Assembly of handle tube to motor cover (B)  
1. Locate the the handle tube onto the two pegs in  
the neck of the motor cover.  
2. Insert the bolt through the motor cover and the  
centre hole of the handle tube.  
pegs  
motor cover  
nut  
3. Insert the nut into the wing knob.  
4. Secure with the wing knob.  
wing knob  
bolt  
Assembly of motor cover to hood (C)  
C
Note:- Ensure the handle is to the rear of the  
hood when the motor cover is fitted.  
hinge  
1. Align the hole in the hinge of the motor cover  
with the holes in the bracket on the hood.  
Secure by inserting the fixing pin and pressing  
firmly until a click is heard.  
2. Repeat on the other side.  
3. Secure the motor cable to the handle tube with  
the cable clips provided.  
bracket  
fixing pin  
 
Starting and Stopping  
Starting  
1. Hold as illustrated in Fig D.  
D
2. To start, press the lock-off button down, whilst  
pressing the lock-off button, squeeze the switch  
lever.  
Lock-off button  
Switch lever  
Stopping  
1. To stop your product, release the switch lever.  
Adjusting the Cutting Height  
HIGHEST  
This symbol visible  
E
F
THERE ARE 2 CUTTING HEIGHTS (E & F)  
Height of cut is adjusted by turning over the  
cutting head.  
LOWEST  
This symbol visible  
Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and  
wait until the cutting head has stopped rotating.  
Turn your product upside down.  
G
1
To Remove the Cutting Head and Fan (G)  
Hold the fan firmly and twist the cutting head  
anti-clockwise as illustrated. Hold the cutting  
head in the centre and remove as illustrated  
Hold fan in the centre and remove as illustrated  
Inspect for damage and clean as necessary  
before replacing the fan and the cutting head  
3
2
H
To Refit the Fan and the Cutting Head (H)  
Replace the fan as illustrated. Replace the cut-  
ting head, adjusting the height of cut as  
required. Hold the fan firmly and twist the cut-  
ting head clockwise, as illustrated.  
1
3
IMPORTANT  
ENSURE FAN AND CUTTING HEAD ARE  
CORRECTLY LOCATED  
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How to Use  
1. Start cutting the edge of the lawn nearest to the power point so that the cable is laid out on the lawn you have already cut.  
2. Cut twice a week in the growing season, your lawn will suffer if more than one third of its length is cut at one time.  
Do not Overload your Product  
Cutting long thick grass may cause the motor speed to drop, you will hear a change in the motor sound. If the  
motor speed drops you may overload your product which may cause damage. When using in long thick grass, a  
first cut with the cutting height set higher will help reduce the load. See Adjusting the Cutting Height.  
 
Cutting System Maintenance  
• Always handle the plastic cutters with care -  
sharp edges could cause injury. USE GLOVES.  
Checking your Cutting System (J)  
The cutting system must be kept in good condition  
and inspected before and after use.  
J
plastic  
cutters  
cutting  
head  
Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and  
wait until the cutting head has stopped rotating.  
Turn your product upside down.  
fan  
1.Visually check cutting head for wear. Replace if damaged.  
2.Visually check plastic cutters for wear and replace  
when necessary.  
3.Plastic cutters should be straight. Replace if bent  
or twisted.  
hood  
Replacing Plastic cutters (K)  
Use only genuine Flymo replacement plastic cut-  
ters specified for this product. These are available  
from all Electrolux Outdoor Products Service  
Centres and major retail outlets.  
K
Plastic cutters must be replaced in pairs to retain balance.  
Two plastic cutters of the same type should be fitted.  
• Never fit a steel bar blade to this product.  
To Replace Plastic Cutters  
Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and  
wait until the cutting head has stopped rotating.  
Turn your product upside down.  
Remove cutter..  
..replace cutter  
1.Push plastic cutter towards centre of cutting disc.  
Lift plastic cutter away from cutting head.  
2.If the plastic cutter is broken during use - lever  
cutter out of the slot, and dispose of carefully.  
3.Fit new plastic cutters into the slots at each side of  
the cutting head and pull into place.  
• IMPORTANT: ENSURE PLASTIC CUTTERS ARE  
CORRECTLY LOCATED.  
Caring for your Product  
It is very important that you keep your prod-  
L
uct clean. Grass clippings left in any of the air  
intakes or under the hood could become a  
potential fire hazard  
Cleaning (L)  
1. Remove grass from under the hood with a piece  
of wood or similar.  
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from  
all air intakes.  
3. Remove the cutting head, (see fig G), to gain  
access to the fan and clean with a soft brush.  
4. 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 sol-  
vents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.  
At the End of the Cutting Season  
1. Replace plastic cutters, bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.  
2. Clean your product thoroughly.  
M
N
3. Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air fil-  
ter thoroughly and carry out any service or  
repairs required.  
4. Make sure that the electric cable is coiled properly.  
Carrying your Product  
Hold as illustrated in Figure M. Ensure the cutters  
are facing away from you.  
Storing your Product  
Store in a dry place where your product is protected  
from damage.  
Your product can be stored in a hanging position.  
The back of the handle has a hanging slot for  
storing the product on the wall.  
1. Hang the product from a hook or suitable screw  
as illustrated in Figure N.  
 
Fault Finding Hints  
Fails to Operate  
4. If poor flotation persists?  
1
2
3
Is the Power Turned On?  
Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.  
Fuse continues to blow?  
Disconnect from the mains electricity supply  
and consult your local approved Service  
Centre.  
Immediately disconnect from the mains elec-  
tricity supply and consult your local approved  
Service Centre.  
Excessive Vibration  
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.  
2. Replace broken or missing plastic cutters.  
3. Check plastic cutters and cutting head are fitted  
correctly and securely located.  
Poor Flotation  
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.  
2. Clean the underside of the hood and the fan  
blades.  
3. Raise to a higher height of cut. See Adjusting the  
Cutting Height.  
4. If vibration persists?  
Immediately disconnect from the mains elec-  
tricity 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 professional application.  
2. Always use genuine Flymo Spare Parts.  
3. Prepacked spares are available from most  
Electrolux Outdoor Products stockists.  
A network of specialist dealers can be found in your  
local Yellow Pages. To obtain service on your Flymo  
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 Flymo Spare  
Parts. NOTE: Our Service Repairers act on their  
own behalf and are not empowered to commit or  
legally bind Electrolux Outdoor Products in any  
manner whatsoever.  
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 rating label.  
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.  
Environmental Information  
Electrolux Outdoor Products are manufactured under an The symbol  
on the product or on its packaging  
Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) using, indicates that this product may not be treated as house-  
where practical, components manufactured in the most hold waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the appli-  
environmentally responsible manner, according to com- cable collection point for the recycling of electrical and  
pany procedures, and with the potential for recycling at electronic equipment.  
the end of the products’ life.  
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you  
will help prevent potential negative consequences for  
have been labelled (where practical) for categorised the environment and human health, which could other-  
Packaging is recyclable and plastic components  
recycling.  
Awareness of the environment must be considered  
when disposing of ‘end-of-life’ product.  
If necessary, contact your local authority for disposal product, please contact your local council office, your  
information.  
wise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this  
product.  
For more detailed information about recycling of this  
household 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 manu-  
Failures not covered by guarantee  
facture 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.  
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Replacing worn or damaged plastic cutters  
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 recommenda-  
tions contained in this Operator's Manual.  
Machines used for hire are not covered by this  
guarantee.  
The following items listed are considered as wear-  
ing parts and their life is dependent on regular  
maintenance and are, therefore not normally sub-  
ject to a valid warranty claim: Plastic Cutters,  
Cutting Head, Electric Mains cable.  
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(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  
authorised by Electrolux Outdoor Products.  
(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!  
Electrolux Outdoor Products does not accept liabili-  
ty under the warranty for defects caused in whole  
or part, directly or indirectly by the fitting of replace-  
ment 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 important that you read the instructions contained  
in this Operator's Manual and understand how to oper-  
ate and maintain your machine:  
EC Declaration of Conformity  
I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux I, the undersigned M. Bowden of Electrolux 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  
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- a guide. The maximum weighted root  
weighted sound pressure level recorded at mean square value of vibration 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  
Conforms to the specifications of Directive operator position under free field semi ane- operator’s hand position was:-  
2000/14/EEC  
choic chamber conditions was :-  
Type of Cutting Device...... Plastic Cutter  
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  
& applicable standards:- EN786, IEC60335-1, EN60335-2-91,  
EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55014-1, EN55014-2  
Type................................................................... Minimo  
Width of Cut....................................................... 28cm  
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device.................. 7,500 RPM  
Guaranteed sound power level.......................... 94 dB (A)  
Measured Sound Power Level........................... 94 dB (A)  
Level................................................................... 81.6 dB (A)  
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Value................................................................... 2.12 m/s  
Weight.................................................................5.4 kg  
Electrolux Outdoor Products  
Aycliffe Industrial Park  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE  
Co.Durham DL5 6UP  
ENGLAND  
Newton Aycliffe, 02/12/2004  
M. Bowden,  
Research & Development Director  
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  
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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 each year to a value of approx. USD 14 billion in  
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