Flymo Hover Vac User manual

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Hover Vac
Mow n Vac 28
Original Instructions
Hover Vac Mow n Vac 28

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IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING CONTACT:-
Husqvarna UK Ltd. Customer Service Department direct
Telephone : [phone] UK 1800 882 350 ROI Fax : [phone]
Safety
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 effi-
ciency 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.
Switch off! Remove plug from mains before
adjusting, cleaning or if cable is entangled or
damaged. Keep the cable away from the
plastic cutters.
Keep bystanders away. Do not operate
whilst people especially children or pets are
in the area.
Do not operate in the rain or leave the prod-
uct outdoors while it is raining.
The use of eye protection is recommended to
protect against objects thrown by the plastic
cutters.
General
1.
This product is not intended for use by persons (in-
cluding 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 en-
sure that they do not play with the product. Local reg-
ulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product.
3. Stop using the machine while people, especially chil-
dren, or pets are nearby.
4. Only use the product in the manner and for the func-
tions described in these instructions.
5. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
6. 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 or ageing. If the
cable is found to be defective, take the product to an Au-
thorised Service Centre and have the cable replaced.
3. Do not use the product if the electric cables are dam-
aged 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 sup-
ply has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or
cable clip
cable clip electric cable
with moulded
on plug
lower handle
fixing pin instruction
manual
plastic
cutters
bolt
upper handle
start/stop lever switchbox
washers
nut
bolt
handle knob
handle knob
fixing
pin
grassbox full in-
dicator
(Hover Vac only)

CABLES - IMPORTANT
If you want to use an extension cable when operating your
product, only the followint cable dimensions should be used:
- 1.0 mm2: max length 40 m
- 1.5 mm2: max length 60 m
- 2.0 mm2: max length 100 m
Minimum rating :
1.00mm2 size cable, 10 amps 250 volts AC.
THE PRODUCT IS SUPPLIED WITH CABLE WIRED
DIRECTLY INTO THE PRODUCT
1. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by your local Husqvarna UK Ltd. Approved Service
Centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid
a hazard.
2.Flymo Extension Cables are available from your
local Husqvarna UK Ltd. Approved Service Centre.
3.Do not wire an extension cable directly to your product
yourself. Please contact your local Husqvarna UK Ltd.
Approved Service Centre for further information on the
connectors and kits available.
4.Only use extension cables specifically designed for out-
door use and which conform to one of the following
specifications: Ordinary rubber (60245 IEC 53), Ordinary
PVC (60227 IEC 53) or Ordinary PCP (60245 IEC 57)
CONNECTORS - IMPORTANT
• 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 submerged
or immersed in water. Do not let cable lay or trail
through pools of water or splashed with water from hose
pipes.
MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT
• If the plug supplied is cut off it should be destroyed.
There is an electric shock hazard if a cut off plug is in-
serted into a 13 amp socket.
1. No earth required. Our 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!
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL BROWN - LIVE
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 con-
nected to the Terminal which is marked with the letter 'L' or
coloured RED.
4. It is important that the outer sheath is clamped correctly
into the 3-pin plug.
5. If in doubt consult your local Service Repairer or quali-
fied 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 protect
the electrical equipment and are not a safeguard
against electrocution.
damaged cable. Replace it with a new one.
5. Your cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables can over-
heat and reduce the efficiency of your product.
6.
Keep cables away from the cutting element. The cutting
element can cause damage to cables and lead to
contact with live parts. A
lways work away from the
power point using 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 Flymo replacement cable.
10. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
11. Never carry the product by the cable.
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.
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 substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the appli-
ance when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
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.
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 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. Use 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 use 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 cutting element. Do not
put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
13. Warning, Cutting elements continue to rotate after
the motor is switched off.
14. Do not tilt the product when the motor is running, ex-
cept 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 re-
turning the appliance to the ground.
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 :
- 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 im-
mediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
Maintenance and storage
1. Caution - Do not touch rotating plastic cutters
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 spare parts and acces-
sories specified for your product.
6. Be careful during adjustment of the product to pre-
vent entrapment of the fingers between moving plas-
tic cutters and fixed parts of the machine.
7.
Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of children.
Do not store outdoors.
8.
Allow the product to cool for at least 30 minutes be-
fore storing.
If your product is hard wired i.e. non detachable mains
electric cable, a conversion kit and extension cable is
available from all Approved Service Centres which can
be found in your local yellow pages.

Assembly Instructions
Assembly of lower handle to hood (A)
1. Place the ends of the lower handle into the slots
2. Secure lower handle to hood by firmly pushing fixing
pin through holes in hood and handle (A1).
3. Repeat on the other side.
• NOTE
Should a problem occur when securing handle with
the fixing pin, carefully lever the pin out of location
and repeat steps 1 to 3 above.
Fitting Upper Handles to Lower Handles (B)
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.
3. Insert the nut into the handle knob.
4. Fit the bolts, washers and handle knobs.
5. Fit the cable to the handles with the clips provided
making sure the cable is not trapped between the
upper and lower handles.
Cable clips (C)
1. Fit the cable to the handles with the clips provided.
2. Ensure the the cable is secured under the clip on the
hood.
A
C
1
B
lock-off
button
bolt
washer
handle
knob
nut
Starting and Stopping
Starting
1. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop through
the slot as illustrated in picture (D).
2. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull the
cable back through the slot as illustrated in picture
(E).
3. Connect plug to mains.
4. To prevent a ring being cut in your lawn and to clear
any residual grass in the collection chute, tilt your
lawnmower slightly (F).
• The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button
(G1) to prevent accidental starting.
5. Press and hold the lock-off button (G) on the
switchbox, then squeeze one of the Start/Stop
levers towards the upper handle (H).
6. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever towards
the upper handle and release the lock-off button.
7. When the product has reached full speed gently
lower it onto the lawn.
• 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 inter-
mittently
Stopping
1. To prevent a ring being cut in your lawn, tilt your
product slightly (F).
2. Release the pressure on the Start/Stop lever.
D
F
G
H
E
1

Adjusting the Cutting Height
L
M
1
23
3
2
1
HIGHEST
This symbol visible
LOWEST
This symbol visible
J
K
•THERE ARE 2 CUTTING HEIGHTS (J & K)
• Height of cut is adjusted by turning over the cutting
head.
• Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and
wait until the cutting head has stopped rotating.
Turn your product upside down.
•To R e move the Cutting Head and Fan (L)
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.
•To Refit the Fan and the Cutting Head (M)
Replace the fan as illustrated. Replace the cutting
head, adjusting the height of cut as required. Hold
the fan firmly and twist the cutting head clockwise,
as illustrated.
•IMPORTANT
ENSURE FAN AND CUTTING HEAD ARE COR-
RECTLYLOCATED
1. Start at the edge of the lawn nearest to the power
point so the cable is laid out on the lawn you have
already cut. (N)
2. Cut your grass twice a week during the growing
season, your lawn will suffer if more than a third of
its length is cut at one time.
Do Not Overload Your Product
Using in 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.
How to Use
N

Grassbox
• Always handle the plastic cutters with care - sharp
edges could cause injury. USE GLOVES.
Checking your Cutting System (R)
• The cutting system must be kept in good condition
and inspected before and after use.
• Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and wait
until the cutting head has stopped rotating. Turn your
product upside down.
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.
Replacing Plastic cutters (S)
• Use only genuine Flymo replacement plastic cutters
specified for this product. These are available from
all Husqvarna UK Ltd. Service Centres and major re-
tail outlets.
• Plastic cutters must be replaced in pairs to retain balance.
• Two plastic cutters of the same type should be fitted.
• Never fit a metal bar blade to this product.
To R e place Plastic Cutters
• Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and wait
until the cutting head has stopped rotating. Turn your
product upside down.
1. Push plastic cutter towards centre of cutting disc. Lift
plastic cutter away from cutting head. (T)
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. (V)
•IMPORTANT ENSURE PLASTIC CUTTERS ARE
CORRECTLYLOCATED.
R
S
VT
cutting
head
plastic
cutters
hood
fan
Cutting System Maintenance
• For optimum performance your product is designed
to be used with the grassbox fitted.
Grassbox full Indicator (P) (Hover Vac only)
•IMPORTANT
The machine must be switched on for the grassbox
full indicator to operate.
1. When the ball reaches the top of the indicator win-
dow, it is time to empty the grassbox. See figure P.
2. When the ball is NOT visible in the indicator win-
dow, grass is being collected. See figure N.
Emptying the Grassbox (Q)
• Stop the product and wait until the cutting head has
stopped rotating before emptying the grassbox.
1. Remove the grassbox lid.
2. Lift the grassbox off the product and empty.
3. Replace grassbox and lid carefully.
• Failure to fit the grassbox and lid correctly will cause
poor collection of grass clippings.
P
Q
grassbox is full
grassbox is empty
Hover Vac only

Fails to Operate
1. Is the Power Turned On?
2. Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.
3. Fuse continues to blow?
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply
and consult your local approved Service Centre.
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 Cut-
ting Height.
4. If poor flotation persists?
Disconnect from the mains electricity supply and con-
sult your local approved Service Centre.
Poor Collection
1. Is the grassbox fitted correctly?
2. Are you using in straight lines?
3. Are you cutting more than one third of the grass length?
4. Do you need to raise the cutting height?
5. Follow the procedure described in "Poor Flotation".
Excessive Vibration
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.
2. Replace broken or missing plastic cutters.
3. Check plastic cutters are fitted correctly.
4. If vibration persists?
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity sup-
ply 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.
2. Always use genuine Flymo Spare Parts.
3. Prepacked spares are available from most Husqvarna
UK Ltd. 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 rat-
ing label.
6. Should it be necessary for work to be carried out by
your Service Centre, it is important to take your com-
plete machine including cable and any extension ca-
bles 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 Husqvarna
UK Ltd. in any manner whatsoever.
Caring for your Hover Vac
• It is very important that you keep your product clean.
Grass clippings left in any of the air intakes or under
the hood could become a potential fire hazard.
Cleaning (W)
•USE GLOVES
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, the roller, grassbox and grassbox lid.
3. Remove the cutting head, see Figure L, to gain ac-
cess 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 solvents -
some can destroy critical plastic parts.
At the End of the Season
1. Replace plastic cutters, bolts, nuts or screws, if nec-
essary.
2. Clean your product thoroughly.
3. Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air filter
thoroughly and carry out any service or repairs re-
quired.
4. Make sure that the electric cable is coiled properly.
Carrying your Product : Hold as illustrated in Figure X.
Ensure the cutting head is facing away from you.
Storing your Product Store in a dry place where your
product is protected from damage.
W
Fault Finding Hints
X

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 environ-
ment 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.
Replacement Parts
Plastic Cutters
Reference no.: FLY014 Part no.: 513846990
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 replace-
ment 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 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 Op-
erator's Manual and understand how to operate and maintain
your machine:
Failures not covered by guarantee
* 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 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:
Plastic cutters, Cutting head, Electric Mains cable.
* Caution!
Husqvarna UK Ltd. does not accept liability under the war-
ranty for defects caused in whole or part, directly or indi-
rectly 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.
Guarantee & Guarantee Policy

5051967-05
EC Declaration of Conformity
Husqvarna AB, S-561 82, Huskvarna, Sweden
Declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s);
Designation.............................Lawn Trimmer
Designation of Type(s) ...........HV2800
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:
2006/42/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2000/14/EC, 2011/65/EU
based on the following EU harmonized standards applied:
EN60335-1, EN60335-2-91, EN55014-1, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
The maximum A weighted sound pressure level LpA at the operator’s position, measured according to EN60335-2-91,
is given in the table.
The maximum hand / arm vibration weighted value ah measured according to EN ISO 20643 on a sample of the above
product(s) is given in the table.
2000/14/EC: The Measured Sound Power LWA & Guaranteed Sound Power LWA values are according to the tabulated
figures.
Conformity Assessment Procedure............... Annex VI
Notified Body................................................. Intertek, Cleeve Road
Leatherhead, Surrey
KT22 7SB, England
Newton Aycliffe 14/12/2012
M.Bowden
Global R & D Director - Walk behind
Keeper of technical documentation
Ty pe
Width of Cut (mm)
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device (rpm)
Power (kW)
Measured Sound Power LWA (dB(A))
Guaranteed Sound Power LWA (dB(A))
Sound pressure LpA (dB(A))
Uncertainty KpA (dB(A))
Hand / arm vibration ah(m/s2)
Uncertainty Kah (m/s2)
Weight (Kg)
HV2800
28
7350
0.9
92
93
80.9
2.5
2.38
1.5
6.3
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