Colibri 25
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORT ANT INFORMATION
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sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future
reference.
: Please read these instructions carefully and make
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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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asegúrese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato. Conservelas instrucciones para la referencia en el futuro.
Lea atentamente las instrucciones y
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istruzioni e prendere dimestichezza con il prodotto prima di usario. Mantenga
queste istruzioni per riferimento futuro.
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zeker van dat uze begrijpt alvorens de trimmer te gebruikenenbewaa rzevoor
toekomstige raadpleging.
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IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?)
Fuel tank
ON/OFF
Switch
Starter
Handle
Choke
Assist handle
Shaft
Throttle
Assist handle adjustment
Muffler
Primer Bulb
Shield
IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
Manual
Wrench
Trimmer head
A.
WARNING!
serious or even fatal injury.
B. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the trimmer.
C. Never use blades with this tool.
D.
WARNING!
injured. Always wear eye protection.
E. Always use:
Ear protection
Protective glasses or visor
F. Assist handle to be positioned only below the arrow.
G. The operatorofthe machinemust insure that noone comes within a15meterradius
while working.Whenseveral operatorsareworking withinthesame areaa safety dis-
tance of at least 15 meters must be observed.
H. Use unleadedor quality leaded petrol and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of 2.5%.
I. Engine ON/OFF Switch.
J. Sound power level
K. Max speed of outputaxle, rpm
Thistrimmercanbe dangerous!Careless or improperusecan cause
The trimmer line can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or
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SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read andfollow all instructio ns.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is
responsible for following instructions andwarnings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiarwiththecontrolsandthe properuse ofthe
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
MANUAL
DANGER:
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:
jects violently.Youand otherscan beblinded/
injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Safety Glasses or similar eye protection
Boots
Keepchildren, bystanders, and animals 15 meters away. If approached stop unit immediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, usecare andgoodjudgement.If
youneedassistance,contactyourauthorized
service dealer.
OPERATORSAFETY
S Dress properly. Always wear safety
glasses or similar eyeprotection when operating, or performing maintenance, on
your unit (safety glasses are available).
Eye protection should be marked Z87.
S Always wear faceordust mask if operation
is dusty.
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long
sleeves, boots,andgloves. Wearingsafety
leg guards is recommended.
When using gardening
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
Neveruseblades, wire, or
Trimmer line throws ob-
Hazard Zone
15 meters
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
S Securehair aboveshoulderlength. 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
aretired,ill, upsetor und er theinflue nce ofalcoho l,drugs,or medicat ion. Watch wha tyou
are doing; use common sense.
S Wear hearing protection.
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 / MAINTENANCESAFETY
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
fuelleaksbeforeuse.Keepingoodworking
condition.
S Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way beforeusing the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length.
S Use only 2 mm diameter Partner! brand
line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Installrequiredshieldproperlybeforeusing
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower
endsupportedto preventlinefromcontacting any object.
S Keepothers awaywhenmakingcarburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended Partner! acces-
sories andreplacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performedby anauthorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
S Mix and pourfuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames.
S Use a container approvedfor fuel.
S Donotsmoke or allow smoking nearfuelor
the unit.
S Avoidspillingfu el oroil. Wipeupall 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.
3
CUTTINGSAFETY
WARNING:
each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown
by or become entangled in line. Hard objects
can damagethetrimmer headandbe thrown
causing serious injury.
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing
andsweeping.Do not useforedging, pruning or hedge trimming.
S Keepfirm footingandbalance.Donotover-
reach.
S Keepall parts ofyour bodyawayfrommuf-
fler and spinning line. Keep engine below
waist level. Ahotmuffler cancauseserious
burns.
S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on
leftsideof theshield will throwdebrisaway
from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or goodartificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTINGAND STORAGE
S Allow theengineto cool; secure unit before
storing or transporting in vehicle.
S Empty fueltankbefore storing ortransport-
ingtheunit.Useupfuel leftinthecarburetor
by starting engine and letting it run until it
stops.
Inspect the area before
ASSEMBLY
S Storeunitand fuelinan areawherefuel va-
pors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
S Storeunit so linelimiter cannotaccidentally
cause injury.Unitcanbe hungbythe shaft.
S Store the unit out of thereach of children
SPECIAL NOTICE:
tions throughprolongeduse of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people pronetocirculation disorders
or abnormal swellings. Prolongeduse in cold
weatherhasbeenlinked tobloodvesseldamagein otherwisehealthypeople. Ifsymptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, orjoints,
discontinuetheuse ofthis toolandseekmedical 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 conditionandthe condition of this tool.
Exposure to vibra-
WARNING:
ly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not usedamaged parts.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Findingfueloroil residue onmufflerisnormal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing
done by the manufacturer.
Make sureunitisproper-
ADJUSTINGTHE HANDLE
WARNING:
handle,besure it remains above the safety label
and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.
1. Loosen wing nuton handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright position; retightenwing nut.
Whena d justingth eassist
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
WARNING:
erly installed. The shield provides partial
protection from the risk of thrown objects to
theoperatorand others andis equippedwith
a line limiter which cuts excessline. Theline
limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and
can cut you.
1. Remove nutfrom shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot on shield.
3. Pivot shielduntilboltpasses throughhole
in bracket.
4. Reinstall nut and tighten securely with
wrench (provided).
Shield
Line Limiter Blade
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Theshieldmustbeprop-
Slot
Bracket
Nut