Stihl FCA 135 Instruction Manual
STIHL FCA 135
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
WARNING
Read Instruction Manual thoroughly before use and
follow all safety precautions – improper use can cause
serious or fatal injury.
ADVERTENCIA
Antes de usar la máquina lea y siga todas las precauciones
de seguridad dadas en el manual de instrucciones – el uso
incorrecto puede causar lesiones graves o mortales.
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Contents
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1 Introduction
2 Guide to Using this Manual
2.1 Signal Words
2.2 Symbols in Text
3 Main Parts
3.1 Edger and Battery
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4.1 Edger
4.2 Battery
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 General Safety Warnings and Instructions
5.2 Introduction
5.3 Intended Use
5.4 Operator
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5.5 Personal Protective Equipment
5.6 Edger
5.7 Using the Edger
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6 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
6.1 Warnings and Instructions
7 Battery Safety
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7.1 Warnings and Instructions
8 Before Starting Work
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
8.1 Preparing the Edger for Operation
9 Charging the Battery
9.1 Setting up the Charger
9.2 Charging
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10.1 STIHL AP Battery
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10.2 STIHL AR Backpack Battery
11 STIHL AR Backpack Battery
11.1 Positioning the Connecting Cord
11.2 Putting on the Harness
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12 Assembling the Edger
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12.1 Mounting the Edger Blade
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13 Adjusting the Edger
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13.1 Adjusting the Loop Handle
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14 Inserting and Removing the Battery
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14.1 Inserting the Battery
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14.2 Removing the Battery
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15 Switching the Edger On and Off
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15.1 Switching On
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15.2 Switching Off
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16 Checking the Power Tool
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16.1 Testing the Controls
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17 During Operation
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17.1 Adjusting the Cutting Depth
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17.2 Using the Edger
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18 After Finishing Work
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18.1 Preparing for Transportation or Storage
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19 Transporting the Edger and Battery
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19.1 Edger
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19.2 Battery
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20 Storing the Edger and Battery
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20.1 Edger
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20.2 Battery
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21 Cleaning
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21.1 Cleaning the Edger and Battery
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21.2 Cleaning the Air Filter
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22 Inspection and Maintenance
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22.1 Inspection and Maintenance Chart
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22.2 Inspecting and Maintaining the Edger
22.3 Inspecting and Maintaining the Edger Blade
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22.4 Inspecting and Maintaining the Wear Guard
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23 Troubleshooting Guide
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1 Introduction
23.1 Edger and Battery
24 Specifications
24.1 STIHL FCA 135
24.2 Authorized Edger Blades
24.3 Symbols on the Power Tool, Deflector and
Battery
24.4 Engineering Improvements
24.5 FCC 15 Compliance Statement
25 Approved Harness Combinations
25.1 Harness Combinations
26 Replacement Parts and Equipment
26.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts
27 Disposal
27.1 Disposal of the Power Tool
27.2 Battery Recycling
28 Limited Warranty
28.1 STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy
28.2 STIHL Incorporated CALIFORNIA ZERO
EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY
STATEMENT
29 Trademarks
29.1 Registered Trademarks
29.2 Common Law Trademarks
30 Addresses
30.1 STIHL Incorporated
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1 Introduction
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Thank you for your purchase. The information contained in
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this manual will help you receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your edger and, if followed, reduce the risk
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of injury from its use.
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SAVE THIS MANUAL!
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Have your authorized STIHL servicing dealer show you how
to operate your power tool.
Do not lend or rent the power tool without this instruction
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manual. Allow only persons who fully understand the
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information in this manual to operate the edger.
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For further information, or if you do not understand any of
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the instructions in this manual, please go to
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www.stihlusa.com or contact your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer.
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Because an edger is a high-speed cutting tool,
special safety precautions must be observed to
reduce the risk of personal injury.
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before
use and periodically thereafter. Follow all safety
precautions. Careless or improper use can
cause serious or fatal injury.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury, never remove or modify
the deflector or skirt. Keep the deflector and skirt attached
and in place at all times. Use only edger blades that are
specifically authorized by STIHL for use with this power tool.
Always wear proper protective apparel and eye protection.
Keep bystanders, especially children, and animals out of the
work area where the edger is in use.
WARNING
Use of this machine may be hazardous. If the rotating blade
comes in contact with your body, it will cut you. When it
comes in contact with solid foreign objects such as rocks,
glass or bits of metal, it may fling them directly or by ricochet
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in the direction of bystanders or the operator. Striking such
objects could damage the edger blade and may cause it to
crack, chip or break. Thrown objects, including broken
blades, may result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or
bystanders. Follow the safety precautions in this manual to
reduce the risk of personal injury.
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2.1 Signal Words
This manual contains safety information that requires your
special attention. Such information is introduced with the
following symbols and signal words:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a risk of property damage, including damage to the
machine or its individual components.
3 Main Parts
3.1 Edger and Battery
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2.2 Symbols in Text
The following symbol is included to assist you with the use
of the manual:
Refers to a designated chapter or sub-chapter in this
instruction manual.
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1 Locking Lever
Secures the battery in the battery compartment.
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4 Safety Symbols on the Products
2 Battery Compartment
Holds the battery.
3 Mounting Recess Cover
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Covers the mounting area for a Smart Connector 2 A.
4 Air Filter
Filters the air drawn into the motor.
5 Control Handle
Handle for the operator's rear hand.
6 Trigger Switch
Activates the cutting attachment when depressed.
7 Trigger Switch Lockout
Must be depressed to allow activation of the trigger
switch.
8 Retaining Latch
For switching the edger on and selecting the power level.
9LEDs
Indicate the unit's power level.
10 Carrying Ring
For connecting a harness to the edger.
11 Loop Handle
Handle for the operator's front hand.
12 Drive Tube
Shaft of the power tool.
13 Depth Wheel
Rolls on the ground and maintains the desired depth of
cut.
14 Deflector
Designed to reduce the risk of injury from thrown objects
and contact with the cutting attachment.
15 Edger Blade
Metal cutting attachment for cutting weeds and soft
green plants.
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Remove the mounting recess cover only to install a Smart
Connector 2 A. Store it safely for later reinstallation. Always use the
power tool with the mounting recess cover in place or with the Smart
Connector 2 A mounted.
16 Skirt
Designed to reduce the risk of injury from thrown objects
towards the operator.
17 Wear Guard
Protects the gearbox from wear.
18 Gearbox
Covers the transmission system.
19 Battery LEDs
Indicate the battery's state of charge and display error
messages regarding potential malfunctions in the battery
or power tool.
20 Push Button
Activates the battery's LEDs.
21 Battery
Supplies electrical power to the motor.
# Rating Plate
Contains electrical information and the product's serial
number.
4 Safety Symbols on the Products
4.1 Edger
The following safety symbols are found on the edger:
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
instruction manual. Improper use can lead to
serious or fatal personal injury or property
damage.
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To reduce the risk of eye injury, always wear
proper eye protection, @ 5.5.
Wear sturdy boots with non-slip soles. Steeltoed safety boots are recommended, @ 5.5.
Always wear non-slip, heavy-duty work gloves
(e.g. made of leather or other wear resistant
material) when handling the machine or metal
edger blade, @ 5.5.
To reduce the risk of cut injuries, keep hands and
feet away from the cutting attachment, @ 5.7.4.
To reduce the risk of personal injury from thrown
objects, inspect the work area and remove
stones, glass, rocks, pieces of metal and other
objects that could be thrown by the cutting
attachment. @ 5.7.4.
To reduce the risk of personal injury
from thrown objects, keep bystanders
at least 50 ft. (15 m) away, @ 5.7.4.
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
battery's instruction manual and the manual for
the STIHL tool powered by this battery. Improper
use can lead to serious or fatal personal injury or
property damage.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from fire, explosion or burns, including
chemical burns, do not disassemble, crush,
drop, damage or heat above 212 °F (100 °C).
Never expose to fire or incinerate, @ 7.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from fire, use and store only within an
ambient temperature range of 14 °F to
122 °F (- 10 °C to 50 °C), @ 7.
AR 900, 1000, 2000, 3000 Backpack Batteries
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from a short circuit, fire or explosion,
keep dry. Protect from rain, water, liquids and
damp conditions. Never immerse in water or
other liquids, @ 7.
To reduce the risk of injury or property damage
from unintended activation, remove the battery
any time the edger is not in use, @ 5.6.
The gearbox becomes hot during operation. To
reduce the risk of burn injury, avoid contacting
the gearbox while it is still hot following
operation, @ 6.
4.2 Battery
The following safety symbols are found on the AR series
backpack battery and the AP series battery:
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AR L Backpack Batteries
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from a short circuit, fire or explosion,
keep dry. Never immerse in water or other
liquids, @ 7.
AP Series Batteries
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from a short circuit, fire or explosion,
keep dry. Never immerse in water or other
liquids, @ 7.
Batteries sold separately.
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5 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 General Safety Warnings and Instructions
This section contains the prescribed general safety
warnings and instructions for handheld, motor-operated
electric edgers. Additional important warnings and
instructions are provided in subsequent sections of this
manual.
WARNING
￭ When using electric edgers, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE EDGER!
1)Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use edgers in
damp or wet locations.
2)Don’t Use In Rain.
3)Keep Children Away – All bystanders should be kept at a
distance from work area.
4)Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Heavy-duty work
gloves (e.g. made of leather or other wear resistant
material) and substantial footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
5)Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
6)Use Right Tool – Do not use tool for any job except that for
which it is intended.
7)Avoid Unintentional Starting – Do not carry edger with
finger on the trigger switch. Be sure the edger is off when
inserting the battery.
8)Don’t Force Edger – It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was
designed.
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9)Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
10)Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate edger when you are tired.
11)Store Edger Indoors – When not in use, edger should be
stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of reach of
children with the battery removed.
12)Maintain Edger With Care – Keep cutting attachment
clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.
13)Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the edger,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other condition that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
14)Keep guards in place and in working order.
15)Keep hands and feet away from cutting area and cutting
attachment.
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5.2 Introduction
WARNING
￭ Use of this machine may be hazardous. If the rotating
blade comes in contact with your body, it will cut you.
When it comes in contact with solid foreign objects such
as rocks, glass or bits of metal, it may throw or fling them
directly or by ricochet in the direction of bystanders or the
operator. Striking such objects could damage the edger
blade and may cause it to crack, chip or break. Thrown
objects, including broken blades, may result in serious or
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fatal injury to the operator or bystanders. As more fully
explained later in this manual, to reduce the risk of
personal injury:
– Keep the deflector and skirt attached and in place at
all times.
– Use only edger blades that are specifically
authorized by STIHL for use on your edger model.
￭ Do not lend or rent your edger without the instruction
manual. Be sure that anyone using it understands the
information contained in this manual. Have your dealer
show you how to operate your edger. Observe all
applicable laws, regulations, standards and ordinances.
5.3 Intended Use
WARNING
￭ This edger is designed to produce sharp contoured
borders around lawns and flower beds. Use your edger
only for edging in grass, weeds and soft green plants. Use
of the edger for operations different than intended could
result in serious injury or death.
– Do not use it for any other purposes.
￭ Improper use could result in personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the power tool.
– Use the power tool and battery only as described in
this manual.
– Never attempt to modify or override the edger's
controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use an edger that has been modified or
altered from its original design.
– Be sure to read and follow the warnings and
instructions for your battery and charger before
charging or starting work.
￭ This power tool may be powered by a STIHL AP series
battery. Alternatively, it may be powered by a STIHL
AR series backpack battery in combination with an
AP Adapter.
Batteries, chargers and other accessories are sold
separately.
5.4 Operator
WARNING
￭ Working with the power tool can be strenuous. The
operator must be in good physical condition and mental
health. To reduce the risk of personal injury from fatigue
and loss of control:
– Check with your doctor before using the power tool
if you have any health condition that may be
aggravated by strenuous work.
– Do not operate the power tool while under the
influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or
medication, etc.) that might impair vision, balance,
dexterity or judgment.
– Be alert. Do not operate the power tool when you are
tired. Take a break if you become tired.
– Do not permit minors to use the power tool.
￭ According to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric
motor of this power tool should not interfere with a
pacemaker.
– However, persons with a pacemaker or other
implanted medical device should consult their
physician and device manufacturer before operating
the power tool.
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5.5 Personal Protective Equipment
WARNING
￭ Even a properly installed and adjusted deflector may not
protect the operator from all foreign objects thrown or
flung by the cutting attachment. Thrown objects may also
ricochet and strike the operator. To reduce the risk of
personal injury:
– Always wear proper clothing and protective apparel,
including proper eye protection.
￭ Loss of control and severe cut injuries may result if hair,
clothing or apparel make contact with the moving cutting
attachment or otherwise become entangled in the
components of the edger. To reduce the risk of severe
personal injury:
– Wear sturdy and snug-fitting clothing that
also allows complete freedom of
movement.
– Wear overalls or long pants made of
heavy material to help protect your legs.
Do not wear shorts.
– Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarves, neckties, flared
or cuffed pants, jewelry and any other apparel that
could be caught on branches, brush or the moving
cutting attachment.
– Secure hair above shoulder level before starting
work.
￭ To reduce the risk of eye injury:
– Always wear goggles or close-fitting
protective glasses with adequate side
protection that are impact-rated and
marked as complying with ANSI Z87 "+".
– If there is a risk of facial injury, STIHL recommends
that you also wear a face shield or face screen over
your goggles or protective glasses.
￭ Good footing is very important. To help maintain a secure
footing and reduce the risk of injury while working:
– Wear substantial footwear with non-slip
soles. Steel-toed safety boots are
recommended. Do not wear sandals, flipflops, open-toed or similar footwear.
￭ To improve your grip and help protect your hands:
– Always wear heavy-duty non-slip work
gloves made of leather or another wearresistant material when handling the
edger.
– Always wear heavy-duty work gloves
when mounting or otherwise handling the
edger blade.
5.6 Edger
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Do not immerse the power tool in water or other
fluids.
– Store the power tool indoors.
￭ If the moving edger blade contacts you, it will result in
serious laceration injuries. To reduce the risk of such
injuries:
– Keep hands, feet and other parts of your body away
from the edger blade.
– Never touch the moving edger blade with your hand
or any other part of your body.
– Never operate the edger with a damaged or missing
deflector or skirt.
￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury to the operator and
bystanders from blade contact and thrown objects:
– Keep the deflector and skirt
attached and in place at all
times. Do not operate with a
missing or damaged deflector or
skirt.
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￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury to the operator and
bystanders:
– Always release the trigger switch and
remove the battery before assembling,
transporting, adjusting, inspecting,
cleaning, servicing, maintaining or
storing the edger, and any other time it is
not in use.
– Never leave the power tool unattended when the
battery is inserted.
￭ Although certain unauthorized attachments may fit your
STIHL edger, their use may be extremely dangerous. Only
attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by
STIHL for use with this specific model are recommended.
– Use only edger blades supplied or expressly
approved by STIHL.
– Never modify this edger in any way.
– Never attempt to modify or override the edger's
controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use an edger that has been modified or
altered from its original design.
– For a list of edger blades authorized by STIHL for
your unit, see Chapter @ 24.2 of this instruction
manual.
￭ If the power tool or battery is dropped or subjected to
similar heavy impacts:
– Check that it is undamaged, in good condition and
functioning properly before continuing work.
– Check that the controls and safety devices are
working properly.
– Check the LEDs on the battery for error messages,
@ 23.
– Check that the battery has not been damaged.
Never use or charge a malfunctioning, damaged,
cracked, leaking or deformed battery.
– Never work with a damaged or malfunctioning power
tool or battery. In case of doubt, have the power tool
and battery checked by your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer.
￭ If the power tool or battery is damaged, not working
properly, has been left outdoors or dropped into water or
other liquid, its components may no longer function
properly and safety devices may be inoperative. To
reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage:
– Take the power tool and battery to your authorized
STIHL servicing dealer to be checked before further
operation.
￭ Genuine STIHL replacement parts are specifically
designed to match your power tool and meet safety and
performance requirements. Use of parts that are not
authorized or approved by STIHL may cause serious or
fatal injury or property damage.
– STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL
replacement parts be used.
5.7 Using the Edger
5.7.1 Before Operation
WARNING
￭ Misuse or unauthorized use may result in personal injury
and property damage.
– Use the edger only as described in this instruction
manual.
￭ The edger blade must be properly installed and tightened
before starting work. Failure to use the proper parts to
mount the edger blade may cause it to fly off and seriously
injure the operator or bystanders.
– Read and follow the instructions on mounting the
edger blade, @ 12, and adjusting the handle,
@ 13.1.
– Never mount an edger blade without the proper
installation of all required parts (e.g., nuts, screws,
thrust washer, thrust plate, etc.).
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– Before starting work, inspect for loose parts (nuts,
screws, etc.) and for a cracked, bent, warped or
damaged edger blade.
– Replace damaged or worn out edger blades before
using the power tool.
￭ Using an edger that is modified, damaged, improperly
adjusted or maintained, or not completely and securely
assembled can lead to a malfunction and increase the risk
of serious personal injury or death.
– Never operate an edger that is modified, damaged,
improperly maintained or not completely and
securely assembled.
– Always check your unit for proper condition and
operation before starting work, particularly the
retaining latch, trigger switch lockout, trigger switch,
deflector, skirt and cutting attachment.
– Ensure that the retaining latch, trigger switch lockout
and trigger switch move freely and spring back into
place when released. The trigger switch must not
engage until the trigger switch lockout is depressed.
– Never attempt to modify or override the controls or
safety devices in any way.
– The edger blade must engage only when the battery
is inserted, the retaining latch is once pushed
forward and the trigger switch lockout and trigger
switch are depressed.
– If your edger or any part, including the battery, is
damaged or does not function properly, take it to
your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Do not use
the unit until the problem has been corrected.
￭ Before inserting the battery:
– Check the electrical contacts in the battery
compartment for corrosion or other foreign matter.
Keep clean.
– Never insert or use a malfunctioning, damaged,
cracked, leaking or deformed battery.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
power tool, @ 15.1.
￭ To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury or death
from unintentional starting:
– Release the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout
before inserting the battery.
– Never carry the unit with your finger on the trigger
switch.
– Release the trigger switch before removing the
battery.
– Remove the battery before assembling,
transporting, adjusting, inspecting,
cleaning, servicing, maintaining or
storing the edger, and any other time it is
not in use.
– Never leave the power tool unattended when the
battery is inserted.
– Never store the battery in the edger.
￭ Before switching on your edger, take the following steps
to reduce the risk of personal injury from thrown objects,
loss of control or inadvertent contact with the edger blade:
– Be sure that the edger blade is clear of you and all
other obstructions and objects, including the ground.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
edger, @ 15.1.
5.7.2 Holding and Controlling the Edger
WARNING
￭ To maintain a firm grip and properly control your edger:
– Keep the handles clean and dry at all times. Keep
them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease and resin.
￭ Operating the edger with one hand may lead to loss of
control and is extremely dangerous. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injury to the operator or bystanders from
loss of control:
– Never attempt to operate the edger with
one hand.
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￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries to the
operator or bystanders from loss of control:
– Always hold the power tool firmly with both hands
when you are working.
– Wrap your fingers tightly around the handles,
keeping the handles cradled between your thumb
and forefinger (see illustration below).
– Position the power tool so that all parts of your body
are clear of the edger blade whenever the battery is
inserted.
– Avoid cutting close to fences, sides of buildings, tree
trunks, stones or other objects that could damage
the edger blade or cause the power tool to kick out.
– The operator may use a harness as instructed in this
manual, @ 25.
￭
￭ To reduce the risk of severe injury from loss of control and
contact with the edger blade:
– Never remove or modify the deflector or skirt.
– During operation, the operator's right hand must grip
the rear handle and the operator's left hand must
hold the front handle. This applies to all operators,
even those who are left-handed.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from loss of
control or thrown objects:
– Keep the depth wheel rolling along the ground while
edging.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries to the
operator or bystanders from contact with the cutting
attachment:
– Keep hands, feet and other body parts
away from the edger blade.
– Never touch a moving edger blade with
your hand or any other part of your body.
– Do not touch the edger blade while the battery is
inserted in the power tool.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal cut injuries to the
operator or bystanders from loss of control, keep proper
footing and balance at all times:
– Make sure you have good balance and a secure
footing at all times.
– Take special care in overgrown or wet terrain and
always watch for hidden obstacles such as tree
stumps, roots, rocks, holes and ditches to avoid
stumbling or falling.
– Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or
uneven ground.
– For better footing, always clear away fallen
branches, scrub, cuttings and other material, objects
or vegetation that can increase the danger of
slipping, tripping or falling.
– Never operate above ground level.
– Do not overreach.
￭ The edger should be balanced for proper control and less
fatigue during operation.
– Adjust the position of the loop handle and harness to
achieve and maintain a comfortable and effective
working position, @ 13.
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5.7.3 Working Conditions
WARNING
￭ Operate your edger only under good visibility during
favorable daylight conditions.
– Postpone the work if the weather is windy, foggy,
rainy or inclement.
￭ Your edger is a one-person machine.
– Bystanders, especially children, and animals should
not be allowed in the area where it is in use.
– Switch it off immediately if you are approached.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and
unauthorized users:
– Never leave the edger unattended when the battery
is inserted.
– Switch off the unit and remove the battery during
work breaks and any other time the power tool is not
in use.
￭ Sparks generated from operation of the edger, may be
capable of igniting combustible gases, liquids, vapors,
dusts or other combustible materials and substances. To
reduce the risk of fire and explosion:
– Never operate the edger in a location where
combustible gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or other
combustible materials and substances are present.
– Read and follow recommendations issued by
government authorities (e.g., OSHA) for identifying
and avoiding the hazards of combustible gases,
liquids, vapors, dusts or other combustible materials
and substances.
￭ If a rotating metal blade strikes concrete, rocks or other
hard objects, sparks may be created, which can ignite
flammable materials under certain circumstances.
Flammable materials can include dry vegetation and
brush, particularly when weather conditions are hot and
dry.
– When there is a risk of fire or wildfire, do not use the
edger around flammable materials or around dry
vegetation or brush.
– Contact your local fire authorities or the U.S. Forest
Service if you have any question about whether
vegetation and weather conditions are suitable for
the use of an edger.
￭ Use of this edger can generate dust and other substances
containing chemicals known to cause respiratory
problems, cancer, birth defects and other reproductive
harm.
– Consult governmental agencies such as EPA,
OSHA, CARB and NIOSH and other authoritative
sources on hazardous materials if you are unfamiliar
with the risks associated with the particular
substances you are cutting or with which you are
working.
￭ Inhalation of certain dusts, especially organic dusts such
as mold or pollen, can cause susceptible persons to have
an allergic or asthmatic reaction. Substantial or repeated
inhalation of dust or other airborne contaminants,
especially those with a smaller particle size, may cause
respiratory or other illnesses.
– Control dust at the source where possible.
– To the extent possible, operate the edger so that the
wind or operating process directs any dust, mist or
other particulate matter raised by the edger away
from the operator.
– When respirable dust or other particulate matter
cannot be kept at or near background levels, always
wear a respirator that is approved by NIOSH and
rated for worksite-specific conditions. Follow the
recommendations of governmental authorities (e.g.,
OSHA/NIOSH) and occupational and trade
associations.
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￭ If the vegetation being cut or the surrounding ground is
coated with a chemical substance, such as a pesticide or
herbicide:
– Read and follow the instructions and warnings that
accompanied the substance coating the vegetation
or surrounding ground.
5.7.4 Operating Instructions
WARNING
￭ In the event of an emergency:
– Switch off the motor immediately and remove the
battery.
￭ The edger blade continues to rotate for a short period after
the trigger switch is fully released. This is known as the
"flywheel effect." To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury from contact with the cutting attachment:
– Wait for the edger blade to stop before walking with
the unit or putting it down.
￭ The rotating edger blade may fling foreign objects directly
or by ricochet a great distance. Thrown objects, including
broken blades, may cause serious or fatal injury to the
operator or bystanders. To reduce the risk of severe
personal injury:
– Inspect the work area. Remove stones,
glass, rocks, pieces of metal or other
objects that could be thrown by the edger
blade, damage the edger blade or cause
personal injury or damage to property
(e.g., parked vehicles, windows).
– STIHL does not recommend the use of
the edger when cutting in rocky areas or
in areas where there is debris or other
objects that could be thrown by the edger
blade.
15m (50ft)
– To reduce the risk of damage to property, also
maintain this distance from such objects as vehicles
and windows.
– Maintaining a minimum distance of 50 ft. (15 m)
cannot eliminate the potential risk of personal injury
and property damage from thrown objects.
– Switch off the motor immediately if you are
approached while working with the edger.
￭ Your edger is equipped with a deflector and skirt. To
reduce the risk of personal injury from thrown objects and
contact with the edger blade:
￭ Use of non-approved edger blades is not authorized and
could be extremely dangerous.
– Use only the cutting attachments listed in this
manual. See Specifications, @ 24.2.
￭ To reduce the risk of severe personal injuries from
unintentional starting:
– Never touch the edger blade with your
– Always wear proper eye
protection and keep bystanders
at least 50 ft. (15 m) away from
the work area. Any persons who
must enter the restricted area
must also wear proper eye
protection.
– Never operate the edger with a
damaged or missing deflector or
skirt.
– Keep the deflector and skirt
attached and in place at all
times.
hand, feet or any other part of your body
while the battery is inserted, even when
the edger blade is not moving. Keep
bystanders at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.
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– Switch off the motor and remove the
battery before inspecting the edger blade
or deflector. Clean dirt, grass, weeds and
other material from the blade and
deflector at regular intervals, but only
after removing the battery.
￭ A damaged or loose edger blade may vibrate, crack, break
or come off during operation, which may result in serious
or fatal injury.
– Make sure the edger blade is properly tightened
before starting work.
– Check the tightness and condition of the edger blade
before starting work and any time cutting behavior
changes during use. Always switch off the motor,
wait for the edger blade to stop and remove the
battery before inspecting the edger or the edger
blade.
– If the edger blade loosens after being properly
tightened, stop work immediately and have the unit
inspected by your authorized STIHL servicing
dealer.
￭ A cracked, damaged or worn out edger blade may shatter
at high speeds and cause serious or fatal injury.
– Replace a cracked, bent, warped, damaged or worn
out blade immediately, even if damage appears to
be limited to superficial cracks.
– Never use an edger with a loose or damaged edger
blade.
DANGER
￭ To reduce risk of electrocution:
– Never operate this edger in the vicinity of
any wires or cables that may be carrying
electric current. Look carefully for
concealed wires before starting work.
– Do not rely on the edger's insulation
against electric shock, even when
holding the power tool by insulated
gripping surfaces.
6 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
6.1 Warnings and Instructions
WARNING
￭ There are no user-authorized repairs for the battery or
power tool. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
other personal injury and property damage:
– Users may carry out only the cleaning and
maintenance operations described in this manual.
– Strictly follow the cleaning and maintenance
instructions in the appropriate sections of this
instruction manual.
– Never attempt to repair a damaged or broken edger
blade. This may cause broken parts to come off and
result in serious or fatal injuries.
– Wear non-slip, heavy-duty work gloves when
handling edger blades.
– STIHL recommends that all repair or replacement
work be performed by authorized STIHL servicing
dealers.
￭ Unintentional starting may result in personal injury or
property damage. To reduce the risk of personal injury
and property damage from unintentional starting:
– Remove the battery before inspecting
the edger or carrying out any cleaning,
maintenance or repair work, before
storing, and any other time the power
tool is not in use.
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￭ Use of parts that are not authorized or approved by STIHL
may cause serious or fatal injury or property damage.
– STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL
replacement parts be used.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries from a loose
or damaged edger blade:
– Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws after each use.
– Never attempt to repair damaged edger blades by
welding, straightening or modifying the shape.
Always replace a damaged edger blade before use.
– Never attempt to sharpen an edger blade.
￭ The gearbox becomes hot during operation. To reduce the
risk of burn injury:
– Allow the gearbox to cool before
inspecting or changing an edger blade.
Avoid contacting the gearbox while it is
still hot following operation.
￭ Improper storage can result in unauthorized use, damage
to the power tool and an increased risk of fire, electric
shock and other personal injury or property damage.
– Remove the battery from the power tool before
storing.
– Never store the power tool or charger with the
battery inserted.
– Store the edger and battery indoors in a dry, secure
place that cannot be accessed by children or other
unauthorized users.
– Never store the battery in the edger, in the charger,
in a metal container or in a container with metal
objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys).
￭ Dropping the battery could result in personal injury or
property damage. To prevent the battery from falling
during removal:
– Place the edger on a level surface.
– Use care when ejecting the battery.
7 Battery Safety
7.1 Warnings and Instructions
WARNING
￭ Read and follow the safety precautions on the battery and
all warnings and instructions that accompany it.
￭ Use of unauthorized batteries can damage the power tool
and result in fire, explosion and personal injury and
property damage.
– Use only genuine STIHL AR or AP series batteries
with this power tool.
￭ Use of STIHL AR or AP series batteries for any purpose
other than powering STIHL products could be extremely
dangerous.
– Use STIHL AR and AP series batteries only to power
compatible STIHL products.
￭ Use of unauthorized chargers can damage the battery and
result in fire, explosion and personal injury and property
damage.
– Charge STIHL AP series batteries only with genuine
STIHL AL 101, AL 300 or AL 500 series chargers.
– Charge STIHL AR series backpack batteries only
with genuine STIHL AL 300 or AL 500 series
chargers.
￭ The battery contains safety features and devices which, if
damaged, may allow the battery to generate heat, rupture,
leak, ignite or explode.
– Never heat the battery above 212 °F
(100 °C).
– Never incinerate or place the battery on
or near fires, stoves or other hightemperature locations.
– Never use or charge a malfunctioning, damaged,
cracked, leaking or deformed battery.
– Never open, disassemble, crush, drop, subject to
heavy impact or otherwise damage the battery.
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– Never expose the battery to microwaves or high
pressures.
– Never insert objects into the battery's cooling slots.
￭ Extreme temperatures may cause the battery to generate
heat, rupture, leak, ignite or explode, resulting in severe or
fatal personal injury and property damage. Exposure to
temperatures outside the recommended temperature
range may also reduce battery life and performance.
– Use and store the battery only within an
ambient temperature range of 14 °F to
122 °F (-10 °C to 50 °C).
– Never store the battery in direct sunlight
or inside a vehicle in hot weather.
￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage
in the event the battery emits smoke, an unusual smell or
feels unusually hot while using, charging or storing:
– Immediately discontinue using or charging the
battery. Contact the authorities in the event of fire or
explosion.
￭ To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to
electric shock, fire and explosion:
– Keep STIHL AR 900,1000, 2000, 3000
backpack batteries dry. Protect from
rain, water and other liquids. Attach the
rain cover to a STIHL AR 1000, 2000,
3000 battery before starting work in rain
or in very damp conditions.
– If a STIHL AP or AR L battery has been
exposed to rain during work, remove it
from the product and allow it to dry
indoors. Make sure it is completely dry
before charging or using.
– Never immerse any STIHL battery in
water or other liquids.
– Never bridge the battery terminals with wires or
other metallic objects.
– Keep a battery that is not in use away from metal
objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys).
– Never transport or store the battery in a metal
container.
– Store the battery indoors in a dry room.
– Never store the battery in damp or corrosive
environments or in conditions that could lead to
corrosion of its metal components.
– Protect the battery from exposure to corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
– Protect the battery from exposure to conductive
liquids such as salt water.
– Do not attempt to repair, open or disassemble the
battery. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
￭ Leaking battery fluid is potentially harmful and can cause
skin and eye irritation, chemical burns and other serious
personal injury.
– Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
– Use an inert absorbent such as sand on spilled
battery fluid.
– In the event of accidental contact, immediately rinse
the contact area thoroughly with mild soap and
water.
– If fluid gets into your eye(s): do not rub. Rinse water
over the open eye(s) for at least 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
￭ A battery fire can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of
severe personal injury and property damage in the event
of fire:
– Evacuate the area. Fire can spread rapidly. Stay
clear of any vapors generated and maintain a safe
distance.
– Contact the fire department.
– Although water can be used to put out a battery fire,
use of a multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher
is preferable.
– Consult the fire department regarding proper
disposal of a burned battery.
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8.1 Preparing the Edger for Operation
Before starting work:
► Fully charge the battery, @ 9.
► Mount an approved edger blade, @ 12.1.
► Adjust the loop handle, @ 13.1.
► Check the controls for proper function and condition,
@ 16.1.
9 Charging the Battery
9.1 Setting up the Charger
WARNING
Read and follow the safety precautions on the battery and
charger and all warnings and instructions that accompany
those products. To reduce the risk of short circuit, which
could lead to electric shock, fire and explosion, make sure
the charger and its components are dry and not damaged;
operate the charger indoors at an appropriate ambient
temperature.
WARNING
A typical household electric circuit is between 15 and 20
amps. A single STIHL AL 500 charger draws approximately
4.8 amps. A single AL 300 charger draws approximately
4.4 amps. To reduce the risk of fire from overloading an
electrical circuit:
► Ensure the electrical system is rated to withstand the
expected electrical draw before charging your battery.
► Charge multiple batteries one at a time or on separate
circuits, unless you know your circuit can handle the total
expected draw from multiple chargers.
WARNING
Since the charger heats up during the charging process, do
not operate the charger on a combustible surface or in a
location where combustible gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or
other materials and substances are present.
To set up the charger:
► Insert the plug (3) into a properly installed electrical
outlet (4) matching the voltage and electrical frequency
stated on the charger's rating plate.
The charger runs a self-test immediately after it is plugged
in. The charger LED (1) will glow green for about 1 second,
then it will glow red briefly before going out. Once the LED
goes out, the self-test is complete and the charger is ready
to charge the battery.
► Position the power supply cord (2) so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp
objects or moving parts or otherwise be subjected to
damage or stress.
9.2 Charging
WARNING
STIHL batteries contain safety features and devices which,
if damaged, may allow the battery to generate heat, rupture,
leak, ignite or explode. Never charge a malfunctioning,
damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, or use a
charger that has been damaged. Never insert a wet battery
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or battery adapter. Never use a wet charger. Follow all
product-specific warnings and instructions accompanying
your battery and charger.
A battery is not fully charged when it ships from the factory.
STIHL recommends that you fully charge the battery before
using it the first time.
Operate the charger only indoors, in dry rooms and within an
ambient temperature range of 41 °F to 104 °F (5 °C to
40 °C).
The battery heats up during operation of the power tool. If a
hot battery is connected to the charger, it may be necessary
for it to cool down before charging starts. The charging
process begins only after the battery has cooled down
sufficiently.
Charging time depends on a number of factors, including
battery condition and the ambient temperature. For a
complete list of approximate charging times, see
www.stihl.com/charging-times.
To charge an AR battery:
► Push the AP Adapter into the charger (5) until it stops.
The LED on the charger (4) glows green when the battery
is charging.
The LEDs on the AR battery glow green and show the
state of charge.
When the LEDs on the battery turn off, the charging
process is complete and the charger will shut itself off. The
AP Adapter can be removed from the charger.
► Disconnect the power supply cord from the electrical
outlet when the charger is not in use for extended periods
of time.
► Charge STIHL AR backpack batteries only with genuine
STIHL AL 300 or AL 500 series chargers.
To charge an AP battery:
► Push the battery (2) into the charger (3) until it stops.
The LED on the charger glows green when the battery is
charging.
The LEDs (1) on the AP battery glow green and show the
► Push the plug of the connecting cord (1) into the
socket (2) of the AP Adapter (3) until it stops.
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state of charge.
When the LEDs on the battery go out, the charging
process is complete and the charger will shut itself off. The
AP battery can be removed from the charger.
► Disconnect the power supply cord from the electrical
outlet when the charger is not in use.
► Charge STIHL AP series batteries only with genuine
STIHL AL 101, AL 300 or AL 500 series chargers.
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10.1 STIHL AP Battery
10.1.1 Battery Status
Four LEDs show the status of the battery. These LEDs can
glow or flash green or red.
If o ne LED glows red continuously: the battery is
either too hot or too cold. Allow the battery to
warm up or cool down gradually at an ambient
temperature of about 50 °F to 68 °F (10 °C to
20 °C).
If all 4 LEDs flash red: the battery has a
malfunction and must be replaced. Do not
attempt to charge, use or store the battery.
10.1.2 Power Tool Status
The same LEDs on the battery will indicate the status of the
power tool.
If three LEDs glow red continuously: the power tool motor is
too hot. Allow the motor to cool down.
If three LEDs flash red when you activate the trigger switch:
the power tool has an electrical malfunction. Do not operate
the power tool. Have it checked by an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer before use or storage.
For troubleshooting information, @ 23.
To determine the battery's state of charge:
► Press the button (1) on the battery.
The LEDs on the battery will glow or flash green for about
5 seconds and indicate the state of charge (see
illustration).
For example:
If four green LEDs glow continuously: full charge.
If one green LED is flashing: less than 20 % charge.
10.2 STIHL AR Backpack Battery
10.2.1 Battery Status
Six LEDs and an acoustic signal indicate the status of the
battery.
10.1.3 Charge Status
The LEDs on the battery also show the battery's state of
charge.
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1 A short beep
The acoustic signal works as it should.
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2 Four or six (AR L) long beeps
The battery's charge is low. Recharge the battery.
3 Rapid succession of short beeps
There is a malfunction in the battery. The signal stops
automatically after a few seconds. Do not attempt to
charge, use or store the battery. Replace the battery.
These LEDs can glow or flash green or red.
If o ne LED glows red continuously: the battery is
either too hot or too cold. Allow the battery to
warm up or cool down gradually at an ambient
temperature of about 50 °F to 68 °F (10 °C to
20 °C).
If the four right side LEDs flash red and a rapid
succession of several short beeps is emitted: the
battery has a malfunction and must be replaced.
Do not attempt to charge, use or store the
battery.
► Be aware that your ability to hear the acoustic signal may
be reduced when wearing hearing protection.
10.2.2 Power Tool Status
When the battery is connected to the power tool, the same
LEDs on the battery will indicate the status of the power tool.
If three LEDs glow red continuously: the power tool motor is
too hot. Allow the motor to cool down.
If three LEDs flash red when you activate the trigger switch:
the power tool has an electrical malfunction. Do not operate
the power tool. Have it checked by an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer before use or storage.
For troubleshooting information, @ 23.
10.2.3 Charge Status
The LEDs and acoustic signals on the battery also indicate
the battery's state of charge.
To determine the battery's state of charge:
► Press the button (1) on the backpack battery.
A single short beep will be emitted. The LEDs on the battery
will glow or flash green for about 5 seconds and indicate the
state of charge (see illustration).
For example:
If six green LEDs glow continuously: full charge.
If one green LED is flashing and four long beeps are emitted:
less than 20 % charge.
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11.1 Positioning the Connecting Cord
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from tripping on the connecting
cord or losing control of the power tool, always secure the
connecting cord with the hook and eye fasteners as
described below. Always position and secure the connecting
cord so that it will not interfere with the proper working
technique as described in the instruction manual for the
power tool you are using, or your ability to maintain control
of the power tool.
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WARNING
Manage the cord to prevent it from contacting the
cutting/working attachment or catching on objects, which
could cause you to lose balance or control of the power tool,
resulting in serious personal injury and property damage.
The connecting cord can be secured in different positions
and adjusted to suit the height and reach of the operator.
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The connecting cord can run through the guide (1) on the
shoulder strap (Illustration A), or along the back
plate (Illustration B). Secure the connecting cord to the
harness with the hook and eye fasteners (2). Always secure
the connecting cord using the guide or hook and eye
fasteners on the side of the body on which the power tool is
held and controlled. Do not allow the connecting cord to
swing across your body or hang at your side.
The length of the connecting cord can be adjusted by
making a loop around the top (Illustration C) or on the side
(Illustration D) of the backpack battery with the hook and eye
fasteners.
11.2 Putting on the Harness
WARNING
The operator must be able to remove the backpack battery
quickly in the event of an emergency. In an emergency,
open and remove the waist belt and chest strap quickly
before dropping the battery to the ground.
To ensure a proper fit:
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► Put the backpack battery on your back.
► Fasten and adjust the waist belt (2) so that it rests
comfortably but securely on your hips.
► Fasten the chest strap (1) and adjust it so that it fits
comfortably but securely across your chest.
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12 Assembling the Edger
WARNING
An edger blade that is damaged or loose may vibrate, crack,
break or come off the unit, which may result in serious or
fatal injury or property damage. Make sure the edger blade
is properly tightened and in good condition before starting
work, @ 5.7.4.
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► Adjust the harness straps so that the back padding fits
snugly and securely against your back.
► Always wear the battery harness over both shoulders.
► Thread the end of the waist belt through the loops (3)
and (4).
► To remove the harness, open the quick-release fasteners
on the waist belt and chest strap and loosen the harness
straps by lifting the sliding adjusters.
To help reduce the risk of injury in the event of an
emergency, practice quickly opening the fasteners on the
waist belt and chest strap, loosening the shoulder straps and
removing the battery.
NOTICE
To avoid damage, ease the battery to the ground when
practicing. Do not allow the battery to drop to the ground and
do not throw it.
12 Assembling the Edger
12.1 Mounting the Edger Blade
WARNING
The edger blade is metal and may be sharp enough to cut
you, even when it is not moving. Always wear heavy-duty
work gloves when mounting or otherwise handling the edger
blade, @ 5.5.
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To mount the edger blade:
► Switch off the power tool, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
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► Position the unit so that you are facing the underside of
the deflector and the drive shaft is pointed upwards.
► Insert the stop pin (7) in the hole in the thrust plate (6) and
rotate the thrust plate until the stop pin slips into position
and blocks the rotation of the drive shaft.
► Unscrew the nut (1) by turning it clockwise.
► Remove the thrust washer (3).
► Place the edger blade (4) directly on top of the thrust
plate.
► Slip the thrust washer onto the drive shaft.
► Screw on the nut counterclockwise with the cup spring (2)
facing the thrust washer and tighten it until the edger blade
is securely attached.
► Remove the stop pin from the hole in the thrust plate.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from an insecure edger blade,
inspect the nut and cup spring periodically. Replace them if
they show signs of damage or wear.
NOTICE
Arrows on the deflector (as seen from the side) show the
correct direction of rotation of the edger blade. When viewed
from above, the arrow on the deflector must always point
away from you, so that cuttings and other debris will be
diverted away from the machine and the operator's position.
► Loosen the screw (2) that attaches the loop handle to the
drive tube.
► Turn the loop handle (1) to the vertical position.
► Slide the loop handle to the desired position on the drive
tube.
The recommended distance "a" is about 6 in. (15 cm).
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► Tighten the screw until the loop handle is secure and can
no longer be moved along the drive tube.
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NOTICE
After mounting or removing the edger blade, always remove
the stop pin used to block rotation of the drive shaft.
13 Adjusting the Edger
13.1 Adjusting the Loop Handle
The loop handle can be adjusted to suit the height and reach
of the operator.
To adjust the position of the loop handle:
► Switch off the power tool, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
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14.1 Inserting the Battery
WARNING
Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or
deformed battery, @ 7. Use and store the battery only
within an ambient temperature range of 14 °F to 122 °F (- 10
°C to 50 °C), @ 7.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the
battery in the edger, @ 20.2.
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To insert the battery:
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► Place the edger on a level surface.
► Insert the battery (1) into the battery compartment (2) until
it stops.
The battery is properly inserted when you hear an audible
click and the battery is flush with the top of the housing. In
this position, there is electrical contact between the
battery and the edger.
Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends
that you fully charge the battery before using it the first time,
@ 9.
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► Compress the locking levers (1) to eject the battery (2)
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from the battery compartment.
NOTICE
Avoid exposing the battery to excessive heat or prolonged
periods of direct sunlight. Use or storage outside the
recommended ambient temperature range can reduce the
performance and/or service life of the battery.
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14.2 Removing the Battery
WARNING
To reduce the risk of severe personal injury from unintended
activation, always remove the battery before assembling,
transporting, adjusting, cleaning, servicing, maintaining or
storing the edger, and any other time it is not in use.
WARNING
Use care when ejecting the battery to prevent it from falling
and causing personal injury or property damage.
To remove the battery:
► Release the trigger switch.
► Place the edger on a level surface.
► Position your hand behind the battery.
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15.1 Switching On
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries to the operator
or bystanders, keep hands, feet and other parts of the body
away from the edger blade, @ 5.7.2. Do not touch the
edger blade while the battery is inserted. Never touch the
moving edger blade with your hand or any part of your body,
@ 5.7.4.
WARNING
Never operate your edger if it is damaged, improperly
adjusted or maintained, not completely and securely
assembled or not functioning properly, @ 5.6. To reduce
the risk of personal injury, always wear proper clothing and
protective apparel, including proper eye protection, @ 5.5.
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To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from loss of
control, always hold the edger with both hands when you are
working, @ 5.7.2.
Before switching on:
► Make sure you have a secure and firm footing.
► Stand upright.
► Always hold and operate the edger with your right hand
firmly on the control handle and your left hand firmly on the
loop handle. Always hold the edger with two hands in this
manner, whether you are right-handed or left-handed.
To switch the edger on:
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► Depress and hold the trigger switch lockout (1).
► While holding the trigger switch lockout, push the retaining
latch (2) forward with your thumb and release it.
The LEDs indicate the current power level.
► Squeeze the trigger switch (3) with your index finger.
The edger blade will start moving.
You can also unlock the trigger switch by pushing the
retaining latch forward and depressing the trigger switch
lockout within 5 seconds (as long as the LED is flashing).
Squeeze the trigger switch with your index finger to start the
edger blade.
The motor will not switch on unless the trigger switch lockout
is depressed, the retaining latch has been pushed forward
and the trigger switch has been pressed.
If the trigger switch and the trigger switch lockout are
released, the LEDs will remain flashing for approximately
5 seconds. As long as the LEDs are flashing, the edger can
again be switched on without pushing the retaining latch
forward.
The further the trigger switch is squeezed, the faster the
edger blade will rotate.
15.2 Switching Off
WARNING
The edger blade will continue to move for a short while after
the trigger switch is released. To avoid serious or fatal injury,
avoid contact with the moving edger blade. Ensure the edger
blade has stopped before lifting the edger off the ground or
walking with it. To reduce the risk of personal injury from
unintended activation or unauthorized use, switch off the
motor, ensure the edger blade has stopped and remove the
battery before transporting the unit or putting it down.
To switch the edger off:
► Release the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout so
that the trigger switch springs back to the locked position.
In the locked position, activation of the trigger switch is
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blocked by the trigger switch lockout. Activation of the
edger is also electronically blocked by the retaining latch
once the LEDs stop flashing (after approximately
5 seconds).
The edger blade will continue to move for a short time after
the trigger switch is released. Take care to avoid contact
after releasing the trigger switch and when setting down the
edger.
16 Checking the Power Tool
16.1 Testing the Controls
Before starting work, confirm that the trigger switch
lockout (1), retaining latch (2) and trigger switch (3) are
undamaged and functioning properly:
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