WARNING: The blade continues to spin after the throttle is released or, engine is turned off. The coasting blade can throw objects or seriously cut if accidentally touched. Stop the blade by contacting the right hand side of the coasting blade with material already cut.
Stop coasting blade by contact with cut material.
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.
SAlways 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.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of blade/spinning line.
SSecure 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.
SBeing fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
SStay 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.
SWear hearing protection. Long or continu- ous exposure to high noise levels may
cause permanent hearing impairment.
SNever start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
SKeep handles free of oil and fuel.
SAlways use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with a blade (see ASSEMBLY).
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Stop unit and disconnect the spark plug before performing mainte- nance (except carburetor adjustments).
SThrow away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cut- ting line at the proper length.
SUse only 0.095″ (2,4 mm) diameter Part- ner→ brand replacement line. Never use
wire, rope, string, etc.
SInstall required shield properly before using the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal blade use. Use the plastic shield for all line trimmer use.
SUse only specified blade or trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and se- curely fastened.
SNever start engine with clutch shroud re- moved. The clutch can fly off and cause se-
rious injury.
SBe sure blade or trimmer head stops turning when engine idles.
SMake carburetor adjustments with the low- er end supported to prevent blade or trim- mer line from contacting any object. Hold
unit by hand; do not use the shoulder strap for support.
SKeep others away when making carbure-
tor adjustments.
SUse only recommended Partnerr accesso- ries and replacement parts.
SHave all maintenance and service not ex- plained in this manual performed by your au- thorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
SMix and pour fuel outdoors.
SKeep 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.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before re- moving fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade or trimmer head.
S Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop engine immediately if you are approached.
SAlways keep engine on the
SHold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
S Keep blade or trimmer head below waist level. Do not raise engine above your waist.
SKeep all parts of your body away from blade, trimmer head, and muffler when engine is
running. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
SCut from your left to your right. Cutting on right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.
SUse only in daylight or good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
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