Hover Compact 300 - Lawn mower FLYMO - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Hover lawn mower (air cushion)
Brand	Flymo
Model	Hover Compact 300
Cutting width	30 cm
Rated power	1400 W
Blade rotation speed	4300 rpm
Weight	8.5 kg
Power supply	Electric, 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Maximum extension cord length	40 m with cable cross-section 1.00 mm²
Sound pressure level (at operator's ear)	80 dB(A)
Measured sound power level	91 dB(A)
Vibration level (hand/arm)	1.45 m/s²
Cutting height adjustment	Via adjustment washers (multiple positions)
Safety device	Double insulation, immediate stop when releasing handle, 30 mA RCD protection recommended
Recommended maintenance	Clean after each use, replace blade after 50 hours or 2 years, check screws and nuts
Main spare parts	Blade, blade bolt, spacer, impeller
Warranty	2 years (parts and labor) according to conditions
Compliance	European directives 2006/42/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2000/14/EC

Frequently Asked Questions - Hover Compact 300 FLYMO

How to adjust the cutting height on the Flymo Hover Compact 300?

The cutting height is adjusted using the supplied adjustment washers. First unplug the mower, then move the washer on the blade shaft to the desired height. Replace the washer and tighten.

What type of extension cord should be used with this mower?

Use an extension cord with a cross-section of 1.00 mm² maximum, a length of 40 meters maximum, suitable for outdoor use. Do not coil the extension cord during use to avoid overheating.

Can the mower be used on wet grass?

No, it is not recommended to mow on wet grass to avoid slipping and electrical risks. Wait until the grass is dry.

How to replace the blade on the Flymo Hover Compact 300?

Unplug the mower, then remove the blade bolt. Replace the blade, spacer and bolt with original parts. Tighten firmly. The blade should be changed every 50 hours of service or every 2 years.

Is it safe to mow on a slope with this mower?

Mow across the slope, never up and down. Wear non-slip shoes and avoid steep slopes. Be careful when changing direction.

Should I use a residual current device (RCD)?

It is highly recommended to use a residual current device (RCD) of 30 mA maximum for enhanced electrical safety.

What to do if the mower vibrates abnormally?

Stop the mower and unplug it. Check if the blade is damaged or unbalanced, as well as the fixings. If vibrations persist, contact an authorized service.

Can the mower be used without the grass collection bag?

Yes, the Flymo Hover Compact 300 can operate without the bag in rear discharge mode. Ensure the discharge deflector is in place for safety.

How to maintain the power cord?

Before each use, inspect the cord for wear or damage. Never repair a damaged cord, replace it. Store the cord coiled without knots in a dry place.

What to do if the mower hits an obstacle?

Immediately stop the mower and unplug it. Check for damage to the blade, housing and cord. Do not use the mower again until you have ensured it is in safe working condition.

USER MANUAL Hover Compact 300 FLYMO

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GB Original Instructions

GB - CONTENTS

1. Cable clip
2. Spanner/scraper tool
3. Cutting height spacers (1 fitted to lawnmower & 2 in loose parts pack)
4. Instruction Manual
5. Safety Manual
6. Warning Label
7. Product Rating Label

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GB DO NOT use liquids for cleaning.DE Zur Reinigung KEINE Flüssigkeiten verwenden.FR NE PAS utiliser de produit liquide pour le nettoyage.NL Voor het reinigen NOOIT vloeistoffen gebruiken.NO Flytende midler MÄ IKKE brukes til rengjøring.FI ÄLÄ käytä nesteitä puhdistamiseen.SE ANVÄND INTE vätskor för	rengöring.DK BRUG IKKE væske til rengöring.ES NO utilice líquidos para la limpieza.PT NÃO use líquidos para limpar.IT NON usare liquidi per la pulizia.HU NE használjon folyadékokat tisztításra.PL NIE używać płynów do czyszczenia.	CZ K čištění NEPOUŽÍVEJTE kapaliny.SK NEPOUŽÍVAJTE na čistenie tekuté materiály.SI NE uporabljajte raznih tekočin za čiščenje.
GB For further advice or repairs, contact your local dealer.DE Für weitere Empfehlungen oder Reparaturarbeiten setzen Sie sich bitte mit Ihrem örtlichen Händler in Verbindung.FR Pour en savoir plus ou pour toute réparation, contacter votre revendeur local.NL Voor nadere informatie over reparaties kunt u contact opnemen met uw plaatselijke leverancier.NO Ta kontakt med din lokale forhandler angående ytterligere opplysninger eller reparasjoner.FI Tarkempia ohjeita tai tieto korjauksista saat	paikalliselta jälleenmyyjältä.SE För ytterligare rådgivning eller reparationer, kontakta din lokala återförsäljare.DK For yderlige vejledning eller reparation skal du kontakte din lokale forhandler.ES Si desea consejos adicionales o reparación, contacte con su distribuidor local.PT Para orientação adicional ou reparações, contacte o seu agente local.IT Per ulteriori consigli o ri-parazioni contattare il riven-ditore locale.HU További tanácsért vagy javítás szükségessége es-etén forduljon a helyi forgal-	mazóhoz.PL W sprawie porad lub napraw skontaktować się z miejs-cowym przedstawicielem.CZ O radu nebo opravu požáde-jte svého místního prodejce.SK Ďalšie informácie a opravy zabezpečí váš lokálny predajca.SI Za nadaljnja navodila ali popravila kontaktirajte vasega lokalnega prodajalca.

Safety Precautions

If not used properly this product can be dangerous! This product 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 product. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the product.

Explanation of Symbols on the product

Warning

Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls and what they do

Always keep the product on the ground when operating. Tilting or lifting the product may cause stones to be thrown out

Keep bystanders away. Do not operate whilst people especially children or pets are in the area

Switch off! Remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is entangled or damaged. Keep the cable away from the blade.

Beware of severing toes or hands. Do not put hands or feet near a rotating blade.

Blade continues to rotate after the machine is switched off. Wait until all machine components have completely stopped before touching them.

Do not use in the rain or leave the product outdoors while raining

General

1. This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the product by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product.
3. Only use the product in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions.
4. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
5. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Electrical

1. The use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA is recommended. 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 supply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged. Do not touch the electric cable until the electrical supply has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or damaged cable. Replace it with a new one.
5. Your extension cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.
6. Keep cables away from the blade. The blade can

cause damage to cables and lead to contact with live parts. Always work away from the power point mowing up and down, never in circles.

1. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
2. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug, cable connector or extension cable.

3. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine electric supply cable for damage or ageing before winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged cable, replace it with a new one. Use only Flymo replacement cable.

4. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.

5. Never carry the product by the cable.

6. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
7. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the product rating label.
8. Husqvarna products are double insulated to EN60335. Under no circumstances should an earth be connected to any part of the product.

Cables

Use only 1.00mm^2 size cable up to 40 metres length maximum.

Maximum rating:

1.00mm² size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from your local Approved Service Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed for outdoor use.

Preparation

1. While using your product always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones, wire and debris; they could be thrown by the blade.
3. Before using the machine and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
4. Replace worn or damaged blades together with their fixings in sets to preserve balance.

Use

1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Do not operate whilst people especially children or pets are in the area
3. Avoid operating your product in wet grass, where feasible.
4. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
5. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear non-slip footwear.
6. Operate your product across the face of slopes, never up and down.
7. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Walk never run.
8. Using on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do not mow on banks or steep slopes.
9. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the product towards you.
10. Switch off before pushing the product over surfaces other than grass.
11. Never operate the product with damaged guards or without guards in place.
12. Switch on the motor according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s). Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
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 both hands are in the operating position before returning the appliance to the ground.
14. Do not put hands near the grass discharge chute.
15. Never pick up or carry a product when it is operating or still connected to the mains supply.
16. Remove the plug from the mains :
17. before touching the blade (ensure the blade has come to a complete stop);

Safety Precautions

• 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 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.

Maintenance and storage

1. Caution: Do not touch rotating blade(s)
2. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the product is in safe working condition.
3. Check the grassbox frequently for wear or deterioration.

4. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

5. Only use the replacement blade and blade bolt specified for this product.

6. Be careful during adjustment of the product to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
7. Store in a cool dry place.
8. Renew your metal blade after 50 hours mowing or 2 years whichever is the sooner - regardless of condition.
9. If, during the life of the product, the belt begins to slip, return the product to an Authorised Service Dealer for maintenance.

Service Recommendations

• Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black product rating label.
• We strongly recommend that your product is serviced at least every twelve months, more often in a professional application.

Environmental Information

Husqvarna UK Ltd 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.

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 environment 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 household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Guarantee and Guarantee Policy

If any part is found to be defective due to faulty manufacture within the guarantee period, Husqvarna UK Ltd., 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 Husqvarna UK Ltd..

(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.

* 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:

Failures not covered by guarantee

* 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: Blades, Electric Mains cable

\* Caution!

Husqvarna UK Ltd. 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 UK Ltd., or by the machine having been modified in any way.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s);

Category.....Electric Rotary Lawnmower

Type(s) ......HC300, HC330

Identification of Series......See Product Rating Label

Year of Construction......See Product Rating Label

Conforms to the essential requirements & provisions of the following EC Directives:

98/37/EC (until 31.12.09), 2006/42/EC (from 01.01.10), 2004/108/EC, 2000/14/EC

based on the following EU harmonized standards applied:

EN60335-1, EN60335-2-77, EN836, EN50366, EN55014-1, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

The maximum A weighted sound pressure level L_pA at the operator's position, recorded on a sample of the above product(s) corresponds to the Level given in the table.

The maximum hand / arm vibration weighted value measured according to EN ISO 5349 on a sample of the above product(s) corresponds to the Value given in the table.

2000/14/EC: The Measured Sound Power L_WA & Guaranteed Sound Power L_WA values are according to the tabulated figures.

Conformity Assessment Procedure...... Annex VI

Notified Body.... Intertek, Cleeve Road

Leatherhead, Surrey

KT22 7SB, England

Newton Aycliffe 25/02/2008

M.Bowden

Research & Development Director

Husqvarna UK Ltd.

Type	HC300	HC330
Width of Cut (cm)	30	33
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device (rpm)	4,300	4,300
Power (W)	1.4	1.45
Measured Sound Power L_WA (dB(A))	91	91
Guaranteed Sound Power L_WA (dB(A))	92	92
Level (dB(A))	80	80
Value (m/s ^2 )	1.45	1.34
Weight (Kg)	8.5	8.5

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

EC DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Type ......HC300, HC330

Identification de la serie.....Voir la Plaquette D'identification

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Type ......HC300, HC330

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Notified Body.... Intertek, Cleeve Road

Leatherhead, Surrey

KT22 7SB, England

Newton Aycliffe 25/02/2008

M.Bowden

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Vi erklærer herved under eneansvar, at produktet/produkterne:

Type ......HC300, HC330

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Research & Development Director

Husqvarna UK Ltd.

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

Husqvarna UK Ltd., Aycliffe Industrial Park

Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6UP, England

POLSKA Husqvarna Poland Sp. z.o.o.

Outdoor Products South Africa (Pty) Ltd - t/a Husqvarna

Market Road Extension, Mkondeni, Pietermaritzburg

Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone], Internet: www.husqvarna.co.za

SCHWEIZ/SUISSE/SUIZZERA

Aycliffe Industrial Park

NEWTON AYCLIFFE

Co.Durham DL5 6UP

ENGLAND

Telephone - (00) 44 1325 302302 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.