Flymo Trimmer CT250 plus User Manual

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
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KARTONGEN  
INNHOLDER  
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CONTENIDO DEL  
CARTON  
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CARTON CONTENTS  
KARTONINHALT  
CONTENU DU CARTON  
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PAKETIN SISÄLTÖ  
LEGENDAS DOS  
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If not used properly this trimmer can be dangerous! This trimmer 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 trimmer.  
The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in  
this manual and on the trimmer.  
Explanation of Symbols  
on the Cordless Trimmer  
General  
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar  
with these instructions to use the trimmer.  
Local regulations may restrict the age of the  
operator.  
2. Only use the trimmer in the manner and for  
the functions described in these  
instructions.  
Warning  
3. Never operate the trimmer when you are  
tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol,  
drugs or medicine.  
Read the user instructions  
carefully to make sure you  
understand all the controls and  
what they do.  
4. The operator or user is responsible for  
accidents or hazards occurring to other  
people or their property.  
Battery  
Keep others, including children,  
pets and bystanders outside the  
10 metre hazard zone. Stop the  
trimmer immediately if you are  
approached.  
Cordless Battery Powered Products  
require special care.  
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1. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING  
KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY  
FROM THE SWITCH LEVER WHILE  
CARRYING THE TRIMMER.  
2. Always charge the product indoors and  
store in a cool dry place - out of the reach  
of children.  
The use of eye protection is  
recommended to protect against  
objects thrown by the cutting line.  
3. Use only the charger provided with your  
unit. Use of any other charger could  
permanently damage the battery and the  
trimmer.  
4. Use the charger with standard domestic  
household electrical outlets only.  
5. Do not abuse the charger or charger cord.  
6. Do not use the charger if the charger or  
charger cord is damaged.  
7. Use the charger indoors only.  
8. Do not use the charger outdoors.  
9. Store and charge this unit in a cool, dry well  
ventilated location and out of the reach of  
children.  
10. Do not charge the battery or use the unit in  
an explosive or corrosive environment.  
Avoid areas where flammable liquids or  
gases are present to avoid creating a fire or  
explosion.  
11. Do not attempt to repair the unit including  
the battery. Nylon line replacement and  
cleaning the unit are the only items suitable  
for user maintenance.  
 
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12. Do not insert any object into the motor area. Battery Care  
Keep free of debris to avoid overheating.  
1. If over a period of time the battery quickly  
runs down after a full 24 hour charging  
period, a replacement battery is needed.  
13. Do not incinerate or mutilate the battery.  
Batteries contain hazardous chemicals.  
Dispose of properly.  
2. There will be some charge present in the  
battery but to ensure maximum running  
time, recharge your trimmer for 24 hours  
before use.  
Preparation  
1. Do not trim barefoot or in open sandals.  
Always wear suitable clothing, gloves, and  
stout shoes.  
3. Permanent connection to the charger in a  
well ventilated area will automatically keep  
your battery fully charged ready for use.  
2. Inspect the trimmer before each use,  
especially the parts of the cutting head.  
4. To prevent permanent battery damage,  
never store in a discharged condition.  
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 entangled in the trimmer  
head.  
5. Contact your local approved service  
centre/dealer/distributor for a replacement  
battery and for safe disposal of your old  
battery .  
Use  
6. Battery  
1. Use the trimmer only in daylight or good  
artificial light.  
12 Volt 5 Amp/Hour  
"High Power"  
Sealed for Life  
2. Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass,  
where feasible.  
No maintenance required  
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your  
footing.  
IMPORTANT  
DISPOSE OF YOUR OLD BATTERIES  
SAFELY  
DO NOT CUT OPEN, BURN OR  
INCINERATE.  
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing  
and wear non-slip footwear.  
5. Do not walk backwards when trimming, you  
could trip.  
Battery Replacement  
6. Switch off before pushing the trimmer over  
surfaces other than grass.  
Should your battery need to be replaced contact  
your local approved service centre or dealer  
who will remove your old battery and fit a  
genuine Flymo replacement battery.  
7. Never operate the trimmer with damaged  
guards or without guards in place.  
8. Always start the trimmer carefully with feet  
well away from the cutting head.  
IMPORTANT  
The red lead should always be connected  
to the red terminal on the battery. The  
black lead should always be connected to  
the black terminal on the battery.  
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Keep cutting head below waist level  
10. Do not lean over the trimmer guard whilst  
trimming or edging - objects may be thrown  
by the cutting line.  
Bench Top Re-charging  
11. Beware of cut-off pieces of nylon line  
ejected during use.  
The wall bracket can also be used as a "bench  
top" stand for re-charging your cordless  
trimmer.  
Maintenance and storage  
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be  
sure the trimmer is in safe working  
condition.  
Winter Storage  
1. Fully charge for 24 hours before winter  
storage.  
2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.  
2. If you are unable to leave your cordless  
trimmer on permanent charge, re-charge  
the battery every 3 to 4 months for a full 24  
hour charging period to top up the battery  
charge during winter storage.  
3. Only use the replacement cutting line  
specified for this product.  
4. To avoid the risk of injury keep fingers and  
hands clear of the line cutter on the leading  
edge of the guard.  
3. Avoid extended storage without re-charge.  
4. Store in a cool dry place.  
5. Clean unit with a dry cloth. Never use metal  
objects to clean the unit.  
 
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Product Rating Label  
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Product Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Model Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Date of Purchase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Every Flymo product is uniquely identified by  
a silver and black product rating label.  
To ensure you have full product information  
when obtaining spares or advice from one of  
our approved service centres, or if you need  
to contact Flymo/Partner's own customer  
service department, you should make a note  
in the space provided of the information  
shown in fig.B. It will also be useful to make  
a note of the date and place of purchase  
before you return your guarantee card.  
Place of Purchase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
•PLEASE KEEP PROOF OF PURCHASE•  
Assembly Instructions  
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Safety Guard Assembly (C), (D), (E & F)  
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1. Locate the safety guard (C1) over the  
cutting head (C2). Ensure the nylon line  
is fed through the hole in the safety  
guard as illustrated in fig C.  
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2. Align the arrow on the top of the safety  
guard (C3) with the arrow on the side of  
the trimmer (C4). See figs C & D.  
3. Push into location and turn safety guard  
anti-clockwise, as illustrated in Fig D until  
a click is heard and the safety guard is  
securely locked in position. See fig E.  
ENSURE THE SAFETY GUARD IS  
SECURELY IN PLACE BY ATTEMPTING  
TO TWIST GUARD.  
See fig F.  
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Fitting the wall bracket  
IMPORTANT !  
Switch charger off at the wall socket  
before connecting or disconnecting the  
trimmer to the wall bracket.  
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1. It is recommended that the wall bracket  
(G2) should be mounted on a smooth,  
vertical and internal wall which is strong  
enough to hold the weight of the product, in  
a well ventilated area between 5°C and  
25°C.  
2. There are 3 holes on the wall bracket.  
Position the wall bracket with the two holes  
at the top. See Fig H.  
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3. Ensure that when the trimmer is attached the  
bottom of the trimmer is within 4 inches (100  
mm) of the ground, this will make it easier to  
hang the trimmer and will also ensure that the  
wall bracket is within easy reach of an electric  
socket to allow the charger to be plugged in.  
4. Fix wall bracket securely to the wall with  
the plugs and screws provided.  
5. Your cordless trimmer can now be attached  
to the wall bracket for charging.  
Initial charging procedure and re-charging your cordless trimmer  
Initial Charging Procedure  
1. Use the charger indoors only.  
2. Ensure the charger is not exposed to  
moisture. Keep the charger and the trimmer  
dry at all times. Keep the charger well  
ventilated during charging.  
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3. Ensure the trimmer is correctly located into  
the wall bracket (G2) and the charge  
connector (H1).  
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4. Plug the charger (G1) into a suitable  
household electrical wall socket and switch  
on.  
5. The red indicator lamp glows continuously  
during charging.  
6. Full charge will be achieved in 24 hours.  
During charging the charger becomes  
warm. This is normal and means the  
charger is operating correctly.  
The battery should be charged for 24 hours  
before use.  
Re-Charging Your Cordless Trimmer  
Re-charge your cordless trimmer  
immediately after every use for the full 24  
hour charging period.  
1. Re-charge the battery as soon as the cutting  
power of your cordless trimmer begins to die  
and slow down.  
The cordless trimmer can be left connected  
to the charger permanently, with the charger  
switched on, without fear of overcharging.  
2. Avoid running the cordless trimmer into  
"deep" discharge, i.e. avoid flattening the  
battery completely.  
The charger will automatically keep the  
battery topped up with charge during  
storage and will ensure that the cordless  
trimmer is ready for use.  
3. Follow the procedure outlined in the Initial  
Charging Procedure.  
4. Charging the battery according to these  
instructions should ensure maximum battery  
life.  
 
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Handle Adjustment  
bolt  
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1. Attach steady handle to product using bolt  
and handle knob as shown in Fig I.  
2. Adjust the steady handle to a comfortable  
operating position, see Fig J., by  
handle  
knob  
unscrewing the handle knob, springing the  
side lugs apart, moving the handle to the  
required position, carefully re-engaging the  
teeth and then tightening the handle knob.  
See Fig K.  
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Auto Line Feed System  
How the automatic line feed works (L)  
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1. A short length of new line is fed out every  
time you switch on, this is caused by the  
cutting head accelerating up to its full  
speed.  
2. To feed more line, it is necessary to switch-  
off, allow the motor to stop and then restart.  
When edging do this frequently.  
line cutter  
3. When the line feeds you will hear a change  
in the motor sound as well as the noise  
generated by the line being cut to its length.  
4. If the line does not feed see Fault Finding  
Hints for further information.  
 
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How to trim and edge  
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To start your trimmer  
1. Hold as illustrated in Fig M.  
2. To start, press lock-off button (M1),  
squeeze the switch lever (M2), release  
lock-off button.  
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How to trim  
1. Cut with nylon line at an angle using the tip.  
See Fig N  
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2. Swing trimmer in and out of the cutting area  
taking small cuts (O)  
3. Line is fed out automatically every time the  
trimmer head stops rotating and returns to  
operating speed.  
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Extra line can be fed out manually as  
described on page 8.  
4. To stop your trimmer release the switch  
lever (M2).  
How to edge  
1. To convert to edging mode, depress locking  
button and twist head anti-clockwise until  
arrow lines up with "EDGE". An audible  
"click" will confirm that the head is locked.  
Ensure the button has returned to its  
original position. See Fig P.  
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2. Rest edger on roller for extra stability and  
line up with edge of lawn. See Fig R. Edge  
in direction indicated in Fig Q. so that  
debris is thrown away from you.  
3. To return to trimming mode, depress  
locking button and twist head clockwise  
until arrow lines up with "TRIM". An audible  
"click" will confirm that the head is locked.  
Ensure the button has returned to its  
original position. See Fig S.  
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Spool Cap  
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To remove spool cap  
1. Press and hold in the two cap release  
latches. See Fig T.  
cap  
release  
latches  
2. Pull cap away from the cutting head. See  
Fig U.  
When refitting the spool cap  
1. Keep all areas of the cap and spoolholder  
clean. Failure to do so may prevent the  
cap being securely located in the  
spoolholder.  
cap  
U
2. Align the two latches on the cap with the  
two windows in the spoolholder, then press  
down into the locked position.  
3. Ensure the two cap release latches are  
clearly visible and are fully engaged with  
the windows in the spoolholder.  
4. Check that the cap is correctly fitted by  
trying to remove it without depressing the  
two latches.  
spool  
spoolholder  
eyelet  
manual line  
feed button  
 
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Nylon Line  
To manually feed the nylon line  
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If required, line can be fed out manually. To  
operate, gently pull on the line whilst at the  
same time alternately pressing and releasing  
the button, on the side of the spoolholder. See  
fig V.  
To replace nylon line. Replacement nylon line  
is available from most Flymo/Partner stockists.  
You can buy it either as spool and line  
complete, or as nylon line only.  
Do not depress the button more than three times.  
Excessive line will snag the line cutter and cause  
the trimmer to malfunction.  
To replace spool and line (complete)  
1. Take new spool and remove tape holding  
line in place.  
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2. Unwind approximately 100mm of line and  
feed this through eyelet, see fig W, then  
drop the spool into spoolholder smooth  
side uppermost.  
eyelet  
To replace nylon line on spool.  
1. Take line and insert into hole in spool.  
2. Turn spool clockwise to wind on required  
amount of line, (approx. half = 10m) and  
cut line to length, see fig X. 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.  
hole in  
spool  
line  
Ensure spool is fully located by gently rotating  
it during fitment.  
Remember! Your Flymo Cordless Trimmer is  
designed to use only nylon line with a  
maximum diameter of 1.5mm. Use only  
genuine Flymo nylon line.  
3. Leave approximately 100mm of line  
unwound and feed this through eyelet, see  
fig W, then drop the spool into the  
spoolholder smooth side uppermost.  
Caring for your Cordless Trimmer  
After you have finished using your Flymo  
trimmer follow the procedure below:  
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1. Never clean your trimmer with water,  
cleaning fluids, or solvents, just remove  
debris with a suitable tool, a soft brush or  
dry cloth.  
2. Using the scraper provided, clean around  
the inside of the safety guard to remove any  
grass and debris. (Fig Y1)  
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3. Using a soft brush, clean around the inside  
of the safety guard (Fig Y2), the cutting  
head (Fig Y3) and the motor housing. (Fig  
Y4)  
4. Inspect the trimmer carefully, especially the  
parts of the cutting head.  
5. If your trimmer is damaged in any way  
contact your local Flymo/Partner approved  
service centre.  
Avoid accidental starting. Keep your hands  
and fingers away from the switch lever while  
inspecting, cleaning or carrying out any  
maintenance work.  
Never use a damaged trimmer  
6. Store in a cool, dry place and out of reach  
of children.  
Keep fingers and hands clear of line cutter on  
leading edge of guard.  
 
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Guarantee, Fault Finding Hints, Service Recommendations &  
Certificate of Conformity  
Guarantee & Guarantee Policy  
If any part is found to be defective due to faulty  
manufacture within one year of original purchase,  
Fault Finding Hints  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Line too short  
Flymo/Partner, 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 Flymo/Partner.  
(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 outside of the country  
for which it was specified.  
Manually feed out the line.  
Line broken inside cutting head  
Remove cap and re-thread line.  
Line jammed on spool  
Remove cap and spool and rewind line to remove crossed  
loops.  
4.  
5.  
Excess line feed  
Battery needs to be charged.  
Poor performance  
Ensure inside of cutting head housing is clean and free from  
debris.  
(i) The machine has not been used commercially.  
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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 operate and  
maintain your machine:  
6.  
Trimmer stops during use  
Release switch lever and wait 30 seconds before re-starting.  
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.  
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, Electric Mains  
cable.  
Service Recommendations  
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To ensure the maximum life and reliability from your Flymo product  
we recommend that it is serviced regularly by an approved  
Flymo/Partner Service Centre/Dealer. They have the equipment  
facilities and trained personnel to advise you on the service  
requirements of your machine. Depending on the machine's use  
they will recommend one of the various types of service which are  
designed to ensure the maximum economic service life of your  
machine.  
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Caution!  
Flymo/Partner 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 Flymo/Partner, or by the machine having  
been modified in any way  
Certificate of Conformity  
I, the undersigned P. Howells of  
Flymo/Partner, a Division of Electrolux  
Outdoor Products Limited, Aycliffe  
Industrial Estate, NEWTON AYCLIFFE,  
Co. Durham. DL5 6UP. Certify that a  
sample of the above product has been  
tested and found to comply with  
directives:-  
I, the undersigned P. Howells of  
I, the undersigned P. Howells of  
Flymo/Partner, a Division of Electrolux  
Outdoor Products Limited, Aycliffe  
Industrial Estate, 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 operator  
position under free field semi anechoic  
chamber conditions was :-  
Flymo/Partner, a Division of Electrolux  
Outdoor Products Limited, Aycliffe  
Industrial Estate, 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 operator’s hand  
position was:-  
89/392/EEC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC  
Type  
Identification of Series  
Level  
MCT-250  
Type  
Identification of Series  
Value  
MCT-250  
See Product Rating  
Label  
See Product Rating  
Label  
77.2 dB(A)  
1.6 m/s2  
Signed at  
NEWTON  
Signed at  
NEWTON  
Signed at  
NEWTON  
AYCLIFFE.................... AYCLIFFE..................... AYCLIFFE.....................  
1998 1998 1998  
 
Certificate of Conformity/Certificat de Conformite  
I, THE UNDERSIGNED/JE SOUSSIGNÉ: P. HOWELLS OF FLYMO/PARTNER, A DIVISION OF  
ELECTROLUX OUTDOOR PRODUCTS LIMITED, AYCLIFFE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NEWTON  
AYCLIFFE, COUNTY DURHAM DL5 6UP ENGLAND  
Certify that the Trimmer/Atteste que le taille-herbe  
1.  
2.  
Category/Categorie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric  
Make/Marque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flymo  
Conforms to the specifications of Directive 84/538/EEC/  
Conforme aux specifications de la directive 84/538/CEE  
Type of Cutting Device/Genre du dispositif de coupe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nylon Line  
TYPE  
MCT250  
SEE PRODUCT RATING LABEL/  
VOIR ETIQUETTE SIGNALÉTIQUE DU  
PRODUIT  
Identification of Series/ (No. de Serie)  
Engine/Moteur-Manufacturer/Fabriquant  
Cutting System Width/Largeur de coupe  
Johnson HC785LG  
25 cm  
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device/  
Vitesse de rotation du dispositif de coupe  
9,400 RPM  
Ricardo  
Tested by (laboratory)/  
Examine par (reference du laboratoire)  
Guaranteed sound power level/  
Niveau de puissance acoustique garanti  
91 dB(A)  
Signed at/fait a  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE  
Date 1998. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
 
Flymo/Partner, a division of Electrolux Outdoor Products Ltd.,  
Aycliffe Industrial Estate  
NEWTON AYCLIFFE  
Co.Durham DL5 6UP  
ENGLAND  
Telephone - (00) 44 1325 300303 Fax - (00) 44 1325 310339  
UK Telephone - 01325 300303 Fax - 01325 310339  
Our policy of continuous improvement means that the specification of products may be altered from time to time  
without prior notice. Flymo/Partner, a division of Electrolux Outdoor Products Ltd. 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  
5118562-02  
 

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