Partner B 250 B Instruction Manual

115308126 Rev. 6 1/15/11 BRW

INSTRUCTION MA NUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

: Please read these instructions carefully and make
sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future
reference.

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS:

Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire
atentivement les instructions et assurez--vous de les avoir comprises. Conservez
les instructions pour référence ultérieure.

BETRIEBSANWEISUNG

WICHTIGE IN FORMATI ON:

Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handhabung des
Geräts aufmerksam durch. Verwenden Sie es erst, wenn Sie sicher sind, daß Sie
alle Anweisungen verstanden haben und gut aufbewahren.

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

INFORMACIÓN IMPORT ANTE:

Lea atentamente las instrucciones y
asegúrese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato. Conserve las instruc­ciones para la referencia en el futuro.

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IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?)

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1. Fuel tank

2. Handlebar

3. ON/STOP switch

4. Throttle cable clip

5. Shoulder harness clamp

6. Shoulder harness

7. Trimmer head

8. Line limiter blade

9. Combination shield

10. Shaft

11. Blade

12. Throttle trigger

13. Throttle lock--out

14. Start throttle button

15. Starter handle

16. Fuel cap

17. Primer bulb

18. Choke lever

19. Muffler

20. Wrench

21. Hex wrench

22. Transport guard

23. Instruction manual

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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

F.

G.

H.

I.

J.

K.

A.

WARNING! This brushcutter can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can

cause serious or even fatal injury.
B. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the brushcutter.
C. Always use:

Ear protection, eye protection, head protection, boots, and gloves.

D. DANGER! Blade can thrust violently away from material it does not cut. Blade

thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs. Keep people and animals 15 meters

away.

E. WARNING! Blade/trimmer linecan throw objects violently. You andothers can be

blinded or injured. Always wear eye protection and leg protection.
F. The operator of the machine must insure that no one comes within a 15 meter radius

while working. Whenseveral operators are working within thesame area a safety dis-

tance of at least 15 meters must be observed.
G. Use unleaded or quality leaded petrol and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of 2.5%.
H. Handlebar to be positioned only below the arrow.
I. Engine ON/STOP Switch.
J. Guaranteed sound power level according to Directive 2000/14/EC

K. Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle, rpm

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: When using gardening

appliances, basic safety precautions should al­ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.

DANGER: This power tool can be

dangerous! This unitcan cause serious injury
including amputation or blindness to the op­erator and others. The warnings and safety
instructions in this manual mustbe followedto
provide reasonable safety and efficiency in
using the unit. The operator is responsible for
following the warnings and instructions in this
manual and on the unit. Read the entire in­struction manual before assembling and us­ing theunit! Restrict the use of this unit to per­sons who read, understand, and follow the
warnings and instructions in this manual and
on the unit. Never allow children to operate
this unit.

SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

DANGER: Blade can thrust violently

away from material it does not cut. Blade
thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.
Keep people and animals 15 meters away.

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WARNING: Blade/trimmer line can

throw objects violently.You and others canbe
blinded or injured. Wear safety glasses and
leg protection.

WARNING: Hazard zone for thrown

objects. Blade/Trimmerline canthrow objects
violently. Others can be blinded or injured.
Keep people and animals 15 meters away.

Hazard Zone

WARNING: Do not use trimmer head

as a fastening device for the blade.

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

WARNING: This machin e produces

an electromagnetic field during operation. Under
some circumstances, this field may interfere
with active or passive medical implants. T o re­duce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recom­mend persons with medical implants to consult
their physician and the medical implant
manufacturer before operating this machine.
S Dress properly. Always wear safety

glasses or similar eye protection when op­erating, or performing maintenance, on
your unit (safety glasses are available).
Eye protection should be marked Z87.

S Always wear a helmet if the trees to be

cleared are taller than 2 meters.

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.

S Always wear foot protection. Do not go

barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
blade/spinning line.

S Secure hairabove shoulderlength. 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 al­cohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you
are doing; use common sense.

S Wear hearing protection. Long or continu-

ous exposure to high noise levels may
cause permanent hearing impairment.

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 theskin.
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.
S Always use the handlebar and a properly

adjusted shoulder harness with a blade
(see ASSEMBLY).

UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFE TY

WARNING: Stop unit and disconnect

the spark plug before performing mainte­nance (except carburetor adjustments).
S Throw 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 cut­ting line at the proper length.

S Use only 2,4 mm diameter Partner brand

replacement line. Never use wire, rope,
string, etc.

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S Install required shield properly before using

the unit.

S Use only specified blade or trimmer head;

make sure it is properly installed and se­curely fastened.

S Never start engine with clutch shroud re-

moved. Theclutch can fly off and cause se­rious injury.

S Be sure blade ortrimmer head stops turning

when engine idles.

S Make carburetor adjustments with the low-

er end supported to prevent blade or trim­mer line from contacting any object. Hold
unit by hand; do not use the shoulder har­ness for support.

S Keep others away when making c ar bure-

tor adjustments.

S Use only recommended Partner accessories

and replacement parts.

S Have all maintenance and service not ex-

plained in this manual performed by your au­thorised 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.

S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-

moving fuel cap.

S Always store petrol in a container approved

for flammable liquids.

CUTTING SAFETY

WARNING: Inspect the areato 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, andhelpers at least 50feet (15
meters) away. Stop engine immediately if
you are approached.

S Always keep engine on theright--hand side

of your body.

S Hold 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.

S Keep all parts of your body away from blade,

trimmer head, and muffler when engine is
running. A hot muffler can cause serious
burns.

S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on

right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.

S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before

storing or transporting in vehicle.

S Empty fuel tank before storing or transporting

the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by
starting engine and letting it run until it stops.

S Store unit andfuel in an area where fuel va-

pors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.

S Store unitso line limiter cannot accidentally

cause injury. Unit can be hung by the shaft.

S Always install transport guard on blade be-

fore transporting or strorage.

S Store the unit out of the reach of children.
S Secure the machine during transport.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations

through prolonged use of petrol powered hand
tools could cause blood vessel or nerve dam­age in the fingers, hands, and joints of people
prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swell­ings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been
linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise
healthy people. If symptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss of strength, change inskin
color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers,
hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool
and seek medical attention. An anti-vibration
system does not guarantee the avoidance of
these problems. Users who operate power tools
on a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and thecondition
of this tool.

ASSEMBLY

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against the followinglist:

S Brushcutter
S Blade
S Cupped washer
S Large nut for installing blade
S Trimmer head
S Combination shield
S Bolt
S Handlebar
S Handlebar bracket cove r
S Handlebar bracket cove r scre ws (2)
S Upper shoulder harness clamp
S Lower shoulder harness clamp
S Shoulder harness clamp screws (2)

S Shoulder harness
S Hex wrench
S Wrench
S Transport guard
S Throttle cable clip

WARNING: Always stop unitand dis-

connect spark plug before performingany as­sembly procedures.

WARNING: If received assembled,

repeat allsteps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam­aged parts.

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It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing
done by the manufacturer.

TOOLS REQUIRED

S Hex wrench (provided)
S Adjustable wrench
S Phillips screwdriver

ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR

DANGER: To avoid serious injury, the

barrier portion of the handlebar must beinstalled
as shown to provide a barrier between operator
and the spinning blade.

1. Remove the screw at the rear of the
throttle handle.

2. Slide the throttle handle onto the right side
of the handlebar (see illustration).

3. Align the screw hole in the throttle handle
with the hole in the handlebar.

4. Refit the screw inthe holein therear of the
throttle handle.

5. Screw the screw through the handle and
handlebar. Tighten the screw.

6. Fit the mounting components as shown.

7. The handlebar mounting must be fitted
between the arrows on the shaft.

8. Tighten the screws with a hex wrench.

ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER
HARNESS

WARNING: When using a brushcut-

ter, it must always be hooked securely to the
shoulder harness. Otherwise, you will be un­able to safely control the brushcutter. This
can result in injury to yourself or others.
Proper shoulder harness and handlebar adjust­ments must be made with the engine complete­ly stopped before using unit. A well--adjusted
shoulder harness and machine makes work
much easier.

ATTACHING SHOULDER HARNESS
CLAMP

1. Place the upper shoulder harness clamp
over the shaft.

2. Position the lower shoulder harness
clamp under the shaft andalign the upper
and lower clamp screw holes. Clamp
must befittle above the arrow on the shaft
(see illustration above).

NOTE: Fit throttle wire in groove of lower

harness clamp before tightening screws.

3. Insert two screws into the screw holes.

4. Secure shoulder harness clamp by tight­ening screws with a hex wrench.

SHOULDER HARNESS
ADJUSTMENT

At the front of the shoulder harness is an easily
accessible quick release. Use the quick release
in any emergency situation that requires you to
free yourself from the machine and harness.

1. Put onthe harness. Adjust the harness for
the best working position.

2. Tension the side straps so that the weight
is evenly distributed across both shoul­ders.

NOTE: It may be necessary to relocate the

shoulder harness clamp on the shaft for prop­er balancing of unit.

76 cm

SHOULDER HARNESS

ADJUSTMENT

FOR BALANCE

10 -- 30 cm

above

ground

15 cm
below
waist