Safety Rules; Operator Safety; Fuel Safety - Partner Colibri II+ Manual De Instrucciones

WARNING:
When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should al-
ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is
responsible for following instructions and warn-
ings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruc-
tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly fa-
miliar with the controls and the proper use of the
unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who
read, understand, and follow instructions and
warnings on unit and in manual. Never allow
children to operate this unit.
INSTRUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL ON THE UNIT
DANGER:
Never use blades, wire, or
flailing devices. This unit is designed for line
trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories
or attachments will increase the risk of injury.
WARNING:
Trimmer line throws ob-
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/
injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protec-
tion. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 15 me-
ters away. If approached stop unit immediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgement. If
you need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer.

OPERATOR SAFETY

S Dress properly. Always wear safety
glasses or similar eye protection when op-
erating, or performing maintenance, on
your unit (safety glasses are available).
Eye protection should be marked Z87.
S Always wear face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long
sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety
leg guards is recommended.

SAFETY RULES

S Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
S Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
S Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you
are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of al-
cohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you
are doing; use common sense.
S Wear hearing protection.
S Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get
very hot during use and remain so for some
time after stopping. This also applies at idle
speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin.
Remember the risk of fire!
S Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S Disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance except carburetor adjustments.
S Look for and replace damaged or loose
parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
S Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
S Use only 2 mm diameter Partner brand line.
Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and se-
curely fastened.
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from contact-
ing any object.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended Partner accesso-
ries and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an au-
thorized service dealer.

FUEL SAFETY

S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames.
S Use a container approved for fuel.
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
S Move at least 3 meters away from fueling
site before starting engine.
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