Flymo Lawn Mower RE420 User Guide

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16. Remove the plug from the mains :  
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 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.  
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before leaving the mower unattended for any period;  
before clearing a blockage;  
before checking, cleaning or working on the appli-  
ance;  
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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.  
CABLES  
IMPORTANT  
MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT  
IMPORTANT  
Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres length  
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.  
maximum.  
Maximum rating :  
1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.  
1. No earth required. Flymo products are double insulat-  
ed 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!  
YOUR LAWNMOWER IS SUPPLIED WITH AN  
ELECTRIC MAINS CABLE FITTED WITH A  
FEMALE CONNECTOR.  
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 fur-  
ther information on the connectors and kits avail-  
able.  
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The wires in the mains lead are  
coloured in accordance with the  
following code:  
BLUE  
BROWN  
L
RED  
OR  
BROWN  
F
U
S
BLACK  
OR  
BLUE  
E
N
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NEUTRAL  
LIVE  
3. Only use extension cables specifically designed for  
outdoor use.  
CONNECTORS  
IMPORTANT  
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  
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.  
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 sub-  
merged or immersed in water. Do not let cable lay  
or trail through pools of water or splashed with  
water from hose pipes.  
Assembly Instructions  
A1  
B1  
A2  
B2  
Wheel Assembly (if not already fitted) (A1, A2)  
1. Select one of the holes in the mounting plate and  
note it as the other wheels will need to be adjusted  
to the same position. (A1)  
2. Locate the fixing bolt through hole in the hub cap,  
wheel and selected hole in mounting plate.  
3. Turn the wheel hub in a clockwise direction until the  
wheel assembly is securely located to the deck. (A2)  
ensure  
the point  
of the  
screw  
stays  
Lower Handle Assembly - Venturer 370 (B1, B2)  
1. Locate 2 screws into the holes in the handles.  
2. Using a pozidrive screwdriver, secure the screws  
into the lower handles, ensuring the point of the  
screw stays inside the handle. (B1)  
3. Insert lower handles, with screws attached, into the  
deck and fully tighten screws. (B2)  
Note: The screw will form its own thread  
inside  
the han-  
dle  
Lower Handle Assembly - RE420/420c (C1, C2)  
1. If your product has Cutting Height with levers (see  
Cutting Height Adjustment), ensure the lever is at  
the Highest Cut Height before following steps 2 & 3.  
2. Insert lower handles into deck as shown in Fig C1.  
3. Push each handle firmly down until it is located  
securely into the deck (C2).  
C1  
C2  
4. Insert screw through the washer and into holes  
using a pozidrive screwdriver and tighten fully into  
deck as shown in Fig C2.  
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Upper Handle Assembly  
Fitting Upper Handles to Lower Handles (D & E)  
D
E
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.  
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3. Insert the nut into the handle knob. (if applicable)  
(D1)  
4. Fit the bolts, washers and handle knobs.  
5. Fit the cable to the handles with the clips provided.  
Make sure the cable is not trapped between the han-  
dles.  
Venturer 370  
RE420/420c  
Grassbox Assembly  
F
G
Grassbox Assembly - Venturer 370.  
1. Insert the grassbox handle into the top of one of the  
grassbox halves. Press firmly down and forward  
until the handle clicks into position (F)  
2. Turn the grassbox half over and insert screw into  
hole (as illustrated in fig F) and tighten fully.  
3. Locate grassbox upper into grassbox lower (G).  
Align clips, ensure all clips are correctly located.  
4. Clip the two halves together.  
5. Ensure all clips are securely connected.  
Venturer 370  
H
Grassbox Assembly - RE420/RE420c  
1. Insert the grassbox handle into the top of one of the  
grassbox halves. Press firmly down and forward  
until the handle clicks into position (F)  
2. Turn the grassbox half over and insert screw into  
hole (as illustrated in fig F) and tighten fully.  
3. Position the two grassbox halves together and press  
each location point (H) into position without fully  
connecting the clips. When the location points are  
matched correctly firmly press the grassbox together  
until all clips are securely connected.(J)  
location  
point  
clips  
RE420  
RE420c  
Fitting the Grassbox  
1. To attach the grassbox to your lawnmower, lift the  
safety flap (K) and make sure the discharge chute is  
clean and free from debris.  
J
K
2. Locate fully assembled grassbox onto 2 location  
points at the rear of the deck. (K)  
3. Locate safety flap onto the top of the grassbox.  
Ensure the grassbox is securely located.  
Removal is the reverse procedure.  
Please Note:- Ensure no gap remains between  
the safety flap and the grassbox.  
Where grass collection is not required you can  
use the lawnmower without the grassbox.  
Ensure the safety flap is fully closed.  
RE420  
RE420c  
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Cutting Height Adjustment  
Wheel removal  
Wheel removal  
Wheel removal  
Levers fitted  
L1  
L3  
L2  
Cutting Height with removal of wheels  
(L1, L2, L3)  
If your lawnmower has wheel hubs as illustrated in  
Fig L1, the height of cut is adjusted by following  
steps L1 - L3.  
Levers fitted  
M1 3  
1. Remove the wheel by turning the wheel hub in an  
anticlockwise direction (L1) and relocate in new hole  
(L2) turning the wheel hub in a clockwise direction to  
tighten (L3). Repeat for other wheels adjusting to  
the same position.  
2
1
Levers fitted  
M2  
M4  
M6  
M3  
M5  
M7  
WARNING:  
If you have levers fitted to the wheel do not attempt  
to unscrew the wheel hub. Use the levers to alter  
the height of cut.  
Highest Cut Height  
Levers fitted  
Lowest Cut Height  
Levers fitted  
Cutting Height with Levers (M1 - M7)  
Highest Cut Height  
Lowest Cut Height  
1. If you have Height of Cut levers (Figs. M), the height  
of cut is altered by pulling the adjustment lever away  
from the location slots and moving to the selected  
position (M1).  
Levers Fitted  
Central  
Levers Fitted  
Semi Central  
2. If your product is fitted with more than one lever then  
these must be adjusted to the same position (Figs.  
M2 &M7).  
Starting and Stopping  
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 downwards to slightly raise the front of  
the lawnmower and to reduce the risk of lawn dam-  
age whilst starting.  
The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button  
(R1) to prevent accidental starting.  
6. Press and hold the lock-off button (R) on the switch-  
box, then squeeze one of the Start/Stop levers  
towards the upper handle (S).  
N
Q
S
P
R
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7. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever towards the  
upper handle and release the lock-off button.  
8. Lower the lawnmower to its proper operating position  
and commence mowing.  
NOTE There are two start/stop levers fitted. Either  
one can be used for starting the lawnmower.  
IMPORTANT Do not use the start/stop levers  
intermittently  
To Stop Your Lawnmower.  
1. Release the pressure of the Start/Stop lever.  
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How to Mow  
1. Start mowing the edge of the lawn nearest to the  
power point so that the cable is laid out on the lawn  
you have already cut (T).  
T
2. Mow twice a week in the growing season, your lawn  
will suffer if more that one third of its length is cut at  
one time and this may also result in poor collection.  
Please Note  
Do not overload your Lawnmower  
When mowing in long thick grass a first cut with the  
cutting height adjusted to its highest setting, (see  
Cutting Height Adjustment), will help reduce motor  
overload and will help prevent damage to your lawn-  
mower.  
Cutting System Maintenance  
U
Removing the Blade and Fan  
1. To remove the blade bolt, hold the fan firmly and  
with the spanner provided loosen the blade bolt by  
turning it anti-clockwise (U).  
2. Remove the blade bolt, blade, and fan.  
3. Inspect for damage and clean as necessary.  
Fitting the Blade and Fan  
1. Ensure the fan is located correctly (V).  
2. Fit the blade to the fan with the sharp edges pointing  
away from the fan.  
3. Re-assemble blade bolt through blade and fan.  
4. Hold the fan firmly and tighten blade bolt firmly with  
a spanner. Do not over tighten.  
V
Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges  
could cause injury. USE GLOVES. Renew your  
metal blade after 50 hours mowing or 2 years  
whichever is the sooner - regardless of condition. If  
the blade is cracked or damaged replace it with a  
new one. Never use a blade bolt if the insulated  
head is damaged cracked or missing.  
Venturer 370  
RE420/420c  
Caring for your Lawnmower  
W
Cleaning (W, X, Y)  
USE GLOVES  
1. Remove grass from under the deck with a brush.(W)  
2. Using a soft brush (X) remove grass clippings from  
all air intakes, the discharge chute and the grass  
box.  
3. Remove the blade to gain access to the fan and  
clean with a soft brush.(Y)  
4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry  
cloth.  
IMPORTANT  
Never use water for cleaning your lawnmower. Do  
not clean with chemicals, including petrol, or sol-  
vents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.  
X
Y
At the End of the Mowing Season  
1. Replace blade, bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.  
2. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly.  
3. Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air filter  
thoroughly and carry out any service or repairs  
required.  
4. Make sure that the electric cable is coiled properly.  
Storing your Lawnmower  
Store in a dry place where your lawnmower is protected  
from damage.  
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Fault Finding Hints  
Fails to Operate  
1. Is the correct Starting procedure being followed?  
See ‘To Start your Lawnmower’.  
2. Is the Power Turned On?  
3. Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.  
4. Fuse continues to blow?  
Immediately disconnect from the mains electric-  
ity supply and consult your local approved  
Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.  
Poor Grass Collection  
5. If poor collection persists.  
Immediately disconnect from the mains electric-  
ity supply and consult your local approved  
Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.  
Excessive Vibration  
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.  
2. Check that the blade is fitted correctly?  
3. If the blade is damaged or worn, replace it with a  
new one.  
4. If vibration persists, turn the blade through 180o by  
first loosening the blade bolt, turning the blade and  
re-tightening the blade bolt.  
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.  
2. Clean the outside of the air intakes, the discharge  
chute and the underside of the deck.  
5. If vibration persists?  
3. Clean the outside of the Air Filters. (Ask your local serv-  
ice centre to clean your air filter thoroughly).  
4. Clean Fan Blades.  
Immediately disconnect from the mains electric-  
ity supply and consult your local approved  
Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre.  
Guarantee & Guarantee Policy  
If any part is found to be defective due to faulty manu-  
facture within two years of original purchase, 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  
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.  
Failures not covered by guarantee  
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Replacing worn or damaged blades  
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 guar-  
antee.  
The following items listed are considered as wearing  
parts and their life is dependent on regular mainte-  
nance and are, therefore not normally subject to a  
valid warranty claim: Blades, Electric Mains cable.  
Caution!  
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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 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  
*
This guarantee is additional to, and in no way dimin-  
ishes 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 operate  
and maintain your machine:  
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  
environmentally responsible manner, according to com-  
pany procedures, and with the potential for recycling at  
the end of the products’ life.  
hold waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the appli-  
cable collection point for the recycling of electrical and  
electronic equipment.  
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will  
Packaging is recyclable and plastic components have help prevent potential negative consequences for the  
been labelled (where practical) for categorised recy- environment and human health, which could otherwise  
cling.  
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. household waste disposal service or the shop where you  
purchased the product.  
be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this prod-  
uct.  
For more detailed information about recycling of this  
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Service Recommendations  
1. We strongly recommend that your product is serv-  
iced 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.  
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.  
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.  
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 Lawnmower:-  
Category........ Electric Wheeled Rotary  
Make.............. Electrolux Outdoor  
Products  
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 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:-  
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  
Conforms to the specifications of Directive operator position under free field semi ane-  
2000/14/EEC  
choic chamber conditions was :-  
Type of Cutting Device...... Rotary Blade  
Type.............................................................................. A  
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:-....EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3,  
EN55014-1, EN55014-2, EN836, EN60335-1, EN60335-2-77  
Width of Cut..................................................................B  
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device............................ C  
Guaranteed sound power level.....................................D  
Measured Sound Power Level..................................... E  
Level............................................................................. F  
Value.............................................................................G  
Weight...........................................................................H  
A
B
C
D
E
F
A
B
C
D
E
F
RE37/RE370  
37 cm  
RE420/RE420c  
42 cm  
2,950 RPM  
89 dB (A)  
88 dB (A)  
77.3 dB(A)  
2,950 RPM  
94 dB (A)  
93 dB (A)  
80.6 dB(A)  
Newton Aycliffe, 22/10/2004  
M. Bowden,  
Research & Development Director  
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1.61 m/s  
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2.8 m/s  
15 kg  
21 kg  
Electrolux Outdoor Products  
Aycliffe Industrial Park  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE  
Co.Durham DL5 6UP  
ENGLAND  
Telephone - (00) 44 1325 300303 Fax - (00) 44 1325 310339  
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Electrolux Outdoor Products manufacture products for a number of well known brands under various registered patents, designs and  
trademarks in several countries.  
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