A
B
Handle slot
Grassbox lid assembly (A)
1. Fit one side of the grassbox lid as illustrated in
Fig. A. Repeat for the other side.
Lower handle assembly (B)
1. Insert the lower handle into the handle slots,
ensuring that the holes are aligned.
2. Insert the pins and secure with the retaining clips.
Upper handle assembly (C)
1. Insert the nut into the handle knob. ( C 1 )
2 . Align the holes in the upper and lower handles and
secure with the bolt, washer and wing knob.( C 2 )
3 . Fit the cable to the handle with the clip provided.
(C3) Make sure the cable is not trapped
between the upper and lower handles.
C
Assembly Instructions
1
2
3
Starting and Stopping
E
F
D
H
J
1
To Start your Lawnmower
The Flymo Turbo Compact uses an advanced belt drive
system, between the motor and the blade which
improves cutting power and flotation in all conditions.
Due to the high turning force (Torque) which this motor
develops a light squeak may be heard when the
machine is started, this is quite normal and will not
e f fect the performance of the product
1. Connect female extension cable connector to the
back of the switchbox. (D)
2. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop
through the slot as illustrated in picture (E)
3. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull the
cable back through the slot as illustrated in picture ( F ) .
4. Connect plug to mains and switch on.
5. To prevent a ring being cut in your lawn and to
clear any residual grass in the collection chute, tilt
your lawnmower slightly (G).
The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button
(H1) to prevent accidental starting.
6. Press and hold the lock-off button (H) on the
switchbox, then squeeze one of the Start/Stop
levers towards the upper handle (J).
7. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever towards
the upper handle and release the lock-off button.
8. When the lawnmower 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 lawn-
mower.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the start/stop levers
intermittently
To Stop your Lawnmower
1. To prevent a ring being cut in your lawn and to
clear any residual grass in the collection chute, tilt
your lawnmower slightly (G).
2. Release the pressure on the Start/Stop lever.
G
