STIHL HLA 135, 135 K
Instruction Manual
Contents
English
1 Introduction
2 Guide to Using this Manual
2.1 Applicable Documents
2.2 Warning Notices in Text
2.3 Symbols in Text
3 Overview
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3.1 STIHL HLA 135 long-reach hedge trimmer and
battery
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3.2 STIHL HLA 135 K long-reach hedge trimmer and
Translation of Original Instruction
Manual
battery
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3.3 Icons
4 Safety Precautions
4.1 Warning Symbols
4.2 Intended Use
4.3 The Operator
4.4 Clothing and equipment
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4.5 Work Area and Surroundings
4.6 Safe Condition
4.7 Working
4.8 Transporting
4.9 Storing
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4.10 Cleaning, Maintenance and Repair
5 Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation
5.1 Preparing the Long-Reach Hedge Trimmer for
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Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
Operation
6 Charging the Battery, LEDs
6.1 Charging the Battery
6.2 Displaying State of Charge
6.3 LEDs on Battery
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7 Assembling the Hedge Trimmer
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7.1 Assembling the Long-Reach Hedge Trimmer
7.2 Mounting the Loop Handle (HLA 135)
8 Removing and Fitting the Battery
8.1 Inserting the Battery
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8.2 Removing the Battery
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9 Switching the Hedge Trimmer On/Off
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9.1 Switching on the long-reach hedge trimmer
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9.2 Switching off long-reach hedge trimmer
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10 Testing the Hedge Trimmer and Battery
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10.1 Checking the controls
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10.2 Testing the Battery
11 Operating the Hedge Trimmer
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11.1 Adjusting the Angle of the Cutting Blades
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11.2 Fitting and Adjusting the Shoulder Strap
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11.3 Holding and controlling the long-reach hedge
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11.4 Setting the performance level
11.5 Cutting
12 After Finishing Work
12.1 When Work is Finished
13 Transporting
13.1 Transporting the long-reach hedge trimmer
13.2 Transporting the Battery
14 Storing
14.1 Storing the Hedge Trimmer
14.2 Storing the Battery
15 Cleaning
15.1 Cleaning the long-reach hedge trimmer
15.2 Cleaning the Cutting Blades
15.3 Cleaning the Air Filter
15.4 Cleaning the Battery
16 Maintenance
16.1 Maintenance intervals
16.2 Lubricating the gearbox
16.3 Sharpening the cutting blade
17 Repairing
17.1 Repairing the Hedge Trimmer and Battery
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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG 2021
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This instruction manual is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process
with electronic systems.
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1 Introduction
18 Troubleshooting
18.1 Troubleshooting Hedge Trimmer and Battery
19 Specifications
19.1 STIHL HLA 135, HLA 135 K long-reach hedge
trimmer
19.2 Cutting blades
19.3 STIHL AP battery
19.4 Sound Values and Vibration Values
19.5 REACH
20 Combinations of Carrying Systems
20.1 Combinations of Carrying Systems
21 Spare Parts and Accessories
21.1 Spare parts and accessories
22 Disposal
22.1 Disposing of the Hedge Trimmer and Battery
23 EC Declaration of Conformity
23.1 STIHL HLA 135, HLA 135 K long-reach hedge
trimmer
24 UKCA Declaration of Conformity
24.1 STIHL HLA 135, HLA 135 K long-reach hedge
trimmer
25 General Power Tool Safety Warnings
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Work area safety
25.3 Electrical safety
25.4 Personal safety
25.5 Power tool use and care
25.6 Battery tool use and care
25.7 Service
25.8 Hedge trimmer safety warnings
25.9 Additional safety instructions for extended-reach
hedge trimmers
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1 Introduction
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and
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manufacture our quality products to meet our customers’
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requirements. The products are designed for reliability even
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under extreme conditions.
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STIHL also stands for premium service quality. Our dealers
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guarantee competent advice and instruction as well as
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comprehensive service support.
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STIHL expressly commit themselves to a sustainable and
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responsible handling of natural resources. This user manual
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is intended to help you use your STIHL product safely and in
an environmentally friendly manner over a long service life.
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We thank you for your confidence in us and hope you will
enjoy working with your STIHL product.
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Dr. Nikolas Stihl
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IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USING AND KEEP IN A
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SAFE PLACE FOR REFERENCE.
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2.1 Applicable Documents
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The local safety regulations apply.
► In addition to this User Manual, read, understand and
keep the following documents:
– User manual of the carrying system you are using
– User Manual for STIHL AR battery
– User Manual for "AP belt bag with connecting cable"
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– Safety notices and precautions for STIHL AP battery
– User manual for STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers
– Safety information for STIHL batteries and products
with built-in battery: www.stihl.com/safety-data-sheets
2.2 Warning Notices in Text
DANGER
This notice refers to risks which result in serious or fatal
injury.
► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by taking the
precautions mentioned.
WARNING
This notice refers to risks which can result in serious or fatal
injury.
► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by taking the
precautions mentioned.
NOTICE
This notice refers to risks which can result in damage to
property.
► Damage to property can be avoided by taking the
precautions mentioned.
2.3 Symbols in Text
This symbol refers to a chapter in this instruction
manual.
3Overview
3.1 STIHL HLA 135 long-reach hedge trimmer and battery
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1 Shaft
The shaft connects all components.
2 Loop handle
For holding and controlling the long-reach hedge
trimmer.
3 Handle hose
For holding and controlling the long-reach hedge
trimmer.
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4 Cutting blades
The cutting blades cut the hedge.
5 Blade scabbard
The blade scabbard protects against contact with the
cutting blades.
6Screw plug
The screw plug closes the filler opening for STIHL gear
grease.
7 Swivel handle
Serves to adjust angle of cutting blades.
8 Sliding sleeve
Unlocks the blade angle adjuster.
9 Locking lever
The locking lever holds the battery in the battery
compartment.
10 Battery compartment
The battery compartment holds the battery.
11 Cover
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The cover is the placeholder for a Smart Connector 2 A.
12 Trigger lockout
The trigger lockout unlocks the trigger.
13 Release slide
The release slide is used to switch on the long-reach
hedge trimmer.
14 LED
The LEDs indicate the selected power level.
15 Carrying ring
For attaching the carrying system to the brushcutter.
16 Trigger
Switches the long-reach hedge trimmer on and off.
17 Control handle
For operating, holding and controlling the long-reach
hedge trimmer.
18 Air filter
The air filter filters the air entering the engine.
19 LEDs
The LEDs indicate the state of charge of the battery and
any faults.
20 Battery
Supplies power to the long-reach hedge trimmer.
21 Button
The button activates the LEDs on the battery.
# Rating plate with machine number
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The cover is part of the motor housing. The cover should only be
removed to install a Smart Connector 2 A, and it should be safely
stored for later re-installation. Always use the long-reach hedge
trimmer with the cover or Smart Connector 2 A installed.
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1Shaft
The shaft connects all components.
2 Handle hose
For holding and controlling the long-reach hedge
trimmer.
3 Cutting blades
The cutting blades cut the hedge.
4 Blade scabbard
The blade scabbard protects against contact with the
cutting blades.
5Screw plug
6 Swivel handle
7 Sliding sleeve
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8 Locking lever
9 Battery compartment
10 Cover
11 Trigger lockout
12 Release slide
13 LED
14 Carrying ring
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16 Control handle
17 Air filter
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The screw plug closes the filler opening for STIHL gear
grease.
Serves to adjust angle of cutting blades.
Unlocks the blade angle adjuster.
The locking lever holds the battery in the battery
compartment.
The battery compartment holds the battery.
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The cover is the placeholder for a Smart Connector 2 A.
The trigger lockout unlocks the trigger.
The release slide is used to switch on the long-reach
hedge trimmer.
The LEDs indicate the selected power level.
For attaching the carrying system to the brushcutter.
Switches the long-reach hedge trimmer on and off.
For operating, holding and controlling the long-reach
hedge trimmer.
The air filter filters the air entering the engine.
The cover is part of the motor housing. The cover should only be
removed to install a Smart Connector 2 A, and it should be safely
stored for later re-installation. Always use the long-reach hedge
trimmer with the cover or Smart Connector 2 A installed.
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18 LEDs
The LEDs indicate the state of charge of the battery and
any faults.
19 Battery
Supplies power to the long-reach hedge trimmer.
20 Button
The button activates the LEDs on the battery.
# Rating plate with machine number
3.3 Icons
The symbols, which may be on the long-reach hedge
trimmer and battery, have the following meaning:
The clamp nut is unscrewed in this position. The shaft
can be extended.
The clamp nut is locked in this position. The shaft
cannot be extended.
This icon marks the release slide.
1 LED lights up red. The battery is too warm or
too cold.
Do not dispose of the product with domestic waste.
4 Safety Precautions
4.1 Warning Symbols
Meanings of warning signs and labels on the long-reach
hedge trimmer or battery:
Observe safety notices and take the necessary
precautions.
Read, understand and keep the User Manual.
Wear safety glasses and a hard hat.
Wear safety boots.
4 LEDs flashing red. There is a fault in the
battery.
Guaranteed sound power level in accordance
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with Directive 2000/14/EC in dB(A) for the
purpose of comparing the sound emissions of
products.
The information next to the symbol indicates the
energy content of the battery according to the cell
manufacturer’s specification. The energy content
available in operation is lower.
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Wear work gloves.
Do not touch moving cutting blades.
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Maintain a safety distance.
Remove the battery during work stoppages,
transport, storage, maintenance or repair.
Protect battery from heat and fire.
Do not immerse battery in fluids.
Observe the permitted battery temperature
range.
Do not touch hot surface.
WARNING
￭ Batteries not explicitly approved for the long-reach hedge
trimmer by STIHL may cause fire or explosion. Persons
may be seriously or fatally injured and property may be
damaged.
► Use the long-reach hedge trimmer with a STIHL AP
battery or a STIHL AR battery.
￭ Using the long-reach hedge trimmer or the battery for
purposes for which they were not designed may result in
serious or fatal injuries and damage to property.
► Use the long-reach hedge trimmer as described in this
User Manual.
► Always use the battery as described in this User Manual
or in the User Manual for the STIHL AR battery.
4.3 The Operator
WARNING
￭ Users without adequate training or instruction cannot
recognize or assess the risks involved in using the hedge
trimmer and battery. The user or other persons may
sustain serious or fatal injuries.
► Read, understand and save the instruction
manual.
4.2 Intended Use
The STIHL HLA 135 long-reach hedge trimmer is used to cut
low growing shrubs, tall hedges, tall shrubs, tall bushes and
tall thickets.
The STIHL HLA 135 K long-reach hedge trimmer is used to
cut low growing shrubs, tall hedges, tall shrubs, tall bushes
and tall thickets.
The long-reach hedge trimmer may be used in the rain.
the long-reach hedge trimmer is powered by a STIHL AP
battery or a STIHL AR battery.
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► If the hedge trimmer or battery is passed on to another
person: Always give them the instruction manual.
► Make sure the user meets the following requirements:
– The user must be rested.
– The user must be in good physical condition and
mental health to operate and work with the hedge
trimmer and battery. If the user’s physical, sensory or
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mental ability is restricted, he or she may work only
under the supervision of or as instructed by a
responsible person.
– The user is able to recognize and assess the risks
involved in using the hedge trimmer and battery.
– The user must be of legal age or is being trained in a
trade under supervision in accordance with national
rules and regulations.
– The user has received instruction from a STIHL
servicing dealer or other experienced user before
working with the hedge trimmer for the first time.
– The user must not be under the influence of alcohol,
medication or drugs.
► If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL servicing
dealer for assistance.
4.4 Clothing and equipment
WARNING
￭ Long hair may be pulled into the long-reach hedge
trimmer during operation. This may result in serious injury
to the user.
► Tie up and confine long hair above your shoulders.
￭ Objects can be thrown at high speed during operation.
This may result in injury to the user.
► Wear close-fitting safety glasses. Suitable
safety glasses are tested in accordance with
EN 166 or national regulations and
available commercially with the
corresponding marking.
￭ Falling objects can cause head injuries.
► wear a hard hat.
￭ Dust can be whipped up during operation. Whipped up
dust can damage the respiratory passages and cause
allergic reactions.
► If dust is generated: Wear a dust respirator mask.
￭ Unsuitable clothing may snag on wood, thickets or the
long-reach hedge trimmer. Users not wearing suitable
clothing are at risk of serious injury.
► Wear close-fitting clothing.
► Remove scarves and jewelry.
￭ The user may come into contact with the cutting blades
during cleaning or servicing. This may result in injury to
the user.
► Wear work gloves made from resistant
material.
￭ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause the user to slip.
This may result in injury to the user.
► Wear sturdy, closed-toed footwear with
high-grip soles.
4.5 Work Area and Surroundings
4.5.1 Long-reach hedge trimmer
WARNING
￭ Bystanders, children and animals cannot recognize or
assess the dangers of the long-reach hedge trimmer or
flying debris. This may result in serious injury to
bystanders, children and animals and damage to property.
► Do not allow bystanders, children
or animals within 5 meters of the
work area.
► Maintain a clearance of 5 meters from objects.
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► Do not leave the long-reach hedge trimmer unattended.
► Ensure that children cannot play with the long-reach
hedge trimmer.
￭ Electrical components of the long-reach hedge trimmer
can generate sparks. Sparks may cause fires and
explosions in highly flammable or explosive environments.
Persons may be seriously or fatally injured and property
may be damaged.
► Do not work in a highly flammable or explosive
environment.
4.5.2 Battery
WARNING
￭ Bystanding people, children and animals cannot
recognise or evaluate the dangers posed by the battery.
This may result in serious injury to bystanding people,
children and animals.
► Keep bystanding people, children and animals out of the
way.
► Do not leave the battery unattended.
► Make sure that children cannot play with the battery.
￭ The battery is not protected against all ambient
conditions. If exposed to certain ambient conditions, the
battery may catch fire or explode. This may result in
serious injury to people and damage to property.
► Protect the battery from heat and fire.
► Do not throw the battery into a fire.
► Use and store the battery at temperatures
between - 10 °C and + 50 °C.
► Do not immerse the battery in liquids.
► Keep the battery away from metallic objects.
► Do not expose the battery to high pressure.
► Do not expose the battery to microwaves.
► Protect the battery from chemicals and salts.
4.6 Safe Condition
4.6.1 Long-reach hedge trimmer
The long-reach hedge trimmer is in a safe condition if the
following points are observed:
– The long-reach hedge trimmer is not damaged.
– The long-reach hedge trimmer is clean.
– The controls function properly and have not been
modified.
– The cutting blades are correctly fitted.
– Only original STIHL accessories designed for this long-
reach hedge trimmer are fitted.
– The accessories are correctly attached.
WARNING
￭ If not in safe condition, components may no longer
operate correctly and safety devices may be disabled.
This may result in serous or fatal injury to people.
► Work only with an undamaged long-reach hedge
trimmer.
► If the long-reach hedge trimmer is dirty: Clean the long-
reach hedge trimmer.
► Do not modify the long-reach hedge trimmer.
► If the controls do not function properly: Do not work with
the long-reach hedge trimmer.
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