STIHL HSA 26
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
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3.1 Garden Shears, Battery and Charger
3.2 Cutting Attachments
4 Safety Symbols on the Products
Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
4.1 Garden Shears, Battery and Charger
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5 General Power Tool Safety Warnings
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Work Area Safety
5.3 Electrical Safety
5.4 Personal Safety
5.5 Power Tool Use and Care
5.6 Battery Tool Use and Care
5.7 Service
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5.8 Hedge Trimmer / Garden Shears with Mounted
Shrub Blades Safety Warnings
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6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Intended Use
6.3 Operator
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
6.4 Personal Protective Equipment
6.5 Garden Shears
6.6 Using the Garden Shears
7 Battery Safety
7.1 Warnings and Instructions
8 Charger Safety
8.1 Warnings and Instructions
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9 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
9.1 Warnings and Instructions
10 Before Starting Work
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10.1 Preparing the Garden Shears for Operation
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11 Charging the Battery
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11.1 Setting up the Charger
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11.2 Charging
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11.3 Mounting the Charger on a Wall
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12.1 LEDs on the Garden Shears
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12.2 LED on the Charger
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13 Mounting and Removing a Cutting Attachment
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13.1 Mounting the Cutting Attachment
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13.2 Removing the Cutting Attachment
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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 Garden Shears 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 Controls
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16.1 Testing the Controls
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17 During Operation
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17.1 Cutting Shrubs
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17.2 Cutting Grass
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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 Garden Shears and Battery
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19.1 Garden Shears
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19.2 Battery
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19.3 Charger
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20 Storing the Garden Shears, Battery and Charger
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20.2 Battery
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20.3 Charger
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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
21 Cleaning
21.1 Cleaning the Garden Shears, Battery and
Charger
21.2 Cleaning the Cutting Blades
22 Inspection and Maintenance
22.1 Garden Shears
22.2 Cutting Blades
23 Troubleshooting Guide
23.1 Garden Shears and Battery
23.2 Charger
24 Specifications
24.1 STIHL HSA 26
24.2 Cutting Attachments
24.3 STIHL AS Series Battery
24.4 STIHL AL 1
24.5 Ambient Temperature Limits
24.6 Ambient Temperature Recommendations
24.7 Symbols on the Garden Shears, Battery and
Charger
24.8 Engineering Improvements
24.9 FCC 15 Compliance Statement
25 Replacement Parts and Equipment
25.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts
26 Disposal
26.1 Disposal of the Garden Shears and Charger
26.2 Battery Recycling
27 Limited Warranty
27.1 STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy
28 Trademarks
28.1 Registered Trademarks
28.2 Common Law Trademarks
29 Addresses
29.1 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
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satisfaction from your battery-powered garden shears and,
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if followed, reduce the risk of injury from their 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.
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manual. Allow only persons who fully understand the
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information in this manual to operate the garden shears.
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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 (for Canada: www.stihl.ca) or contact
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your authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
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2 Guide to Using this Manual
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2.1 Signal Words
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This manual contains safety information that requires your
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special attention. Such information is introduced with the
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following symbols and signal words:
Because battery-powered garden shears are
high-speed cutting tools, 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 of the
garden shears can cause serious or fatal injury.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
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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.
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.
3 Main Parts
3.1 Garden Shears, Battery and Charger
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1 Carrying Bag
Designed for transporting and storing the garden shears,
battery, charger and accessories. The carrying bag is
included when the garden shears, battery and charger
are purchased as a set.
2 Retaining Latch
Locks/unlocks the trigger switch.
3 Control Handle
The garden shears‘ handle.
4 Battery Compartment
Holds the battery.
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4 Safety Symbols on the Products
5 Trigger Switch
Switches the motor on and off.
6 Push Button
Activates the garden shears‘ LEDs.
7 Garden Shears LEDs
Indicate the battery's state of charge and display error
messages regarding potential malfunctions in the power
tool or battery.
8 Power Supply Cord
Supplies the charger with electricity when plugged into
an electrical outlet.
9Plug
Connects the power supply cord to an electrical outlet.
10 Charger LED
Indicates the operating status of the charger.
11 Charger
Charges the battery.
12 Locking Lever
Secures the battery in the battery compartment.
13 Battery
Supplies electrical power to the motor.
# Rating Plate
Contains electrical information and the product's serial
number.
3.2 Cutting Attachments
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1 Shrub Blades
Steel blades for cutting shrubs.
2 Blade Scabbard
Covers the shrub blades to reduce the risk of injury from
inadvertent contact during transportation and storage.
3 Grass Blades
Steel blades for cutting grass.
4 Blade Scabbard
Covers the grass blades to reduce the risk of injury from
inadvertent contact during transportation and storage.
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4.1 Garden Shears, Battery and Charger
The following safety symbols are found on the garden
shears, battery and/or charger:
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
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Read and follow all safety precautions in the
instruction manual. Improper use can lead to
serious or fatal personal injury or property
damage.
To reduce the risk of eye injury, always wear
proper eye protection, @ 6.4.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
expose the garden shears to rain, water or
excessive moisture. Store them indoors. If they
are exposed to rain or very damp conditions,
take them to your authorized STIHL servicing
dealer before further operation, @ 6.5.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from fire or electric shock, keep the
charger dry. Protect it from rain, water, liquids
and damp conditions. For indoor use only, @ 8.
To reduce the risk of cut injuries, keep hands,
feet and other parts of your body away from the
cutting blades, @ 6.6.4.
To reduce the risk of injury or property damage
from unintended activation, remove the battery
any time the garden shears are not in use,
@ 6.6.
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 the battery above 212 °F
(100 °C). Never expose it to fire or incinerate,
@ 7.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from a short circuit, fire or explosion,
keep the battery dry. Protect it from rain, water,
liquids and damp conditions. Never immerse the
battery in water or other liquids, @ 7.
5 General Power Tool Safety Warnings
5.1 Introduction
This chapter contains the prescribed general safety
warnings and instructions for handheld, motor-operated
electric power tools and motor-operated electric hedge
trimmers / garden shears with mounted shrub blades.
Additional important warnings and instructions are provided
in subsequent chapters of this manual.
WARNING
￭ Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
￭ Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
5.2 Work Area Safety
a)Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
b)Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
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5.3 Electrical Safety
a)Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
b)Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric
shock.
d)Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e)When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension
cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for
outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) or
ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) protected supply.
Use of an RCD or GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
5.4 Personal Safety
a)Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
b)Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before connecting to power source and/or
battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d)Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the
power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating
part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e)Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
g)If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
h)Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools
allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety
principles. A careless action can cause severe injury
within a fraction of a second.
5.5 Power Tool Use and Care
a)Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for
your application. The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b)Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on
and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove
the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d)Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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e)Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power
tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
g)Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into account
the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h)Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free
from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
5.6 Battery Tool Use and Care
a)Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
b)Use power tools only with specifically designated battery
packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws
or other small metal objects that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d)Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the
battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush
with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
e)Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire/explosion or risk
of injury.
f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive
temperature. Exposure to fire or temperatures above
100 °C may cause explosion.
g)Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of fire.
5.7 Service
a)Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure
that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b)Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery
packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or
authorized service provider.
5.8 Hedge Trimmer / Garden Shears with Mounted
Shrub Blades Safety Warnings
a)Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do not
remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades
are moving. Blades continue to move after the switch is
turned off. A moment of inattention while operating the
garden shears may result in serious personal injury.
b)Carry the garden shears by the handle with the blade
stopped and taking care not to operate any power switch.
Proper carrying of the garden shears will decrease the risk
of inadvertent starting and resultant personal injury from
the blades.
c) When transporting or storing the garden shears, always fit
the blade scabbard. Proper handling of the garden shears
will decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades.
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d)When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit,
make sure all power switches are off and the battery is
disconnected. Unexpected actuation of the garden shears
while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in
serious personal injury.
e)Hold the garden shears by insulated gripping surfaces
only, because the blade may contact hidden wiring. Cutter
blades contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal
parts of the garden shears "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
f) Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting area.
Power cords or cables may be hidden in hedges or bushes
and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
g)Do not use the garden shears in bad weather conditions,
especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases
the risk of being struck by lightning.
DANGER
￭ Keep hands away from blade. Contact with blade will
result in serious personal injury.
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INSTRUCTIONS
6.1 Introduction
This section contains the prescribed general safety
warnings and instructions for handheld, motor-operated
electric garden shears with mounted grass blades.
Additional important warnings and instructions are provided
in subsequent sections of this manual.
WARNING
￭ When using electric garden shears, 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 GRASS
SHEARS!
1)Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use garden shears
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 garden shears
with finger on the trigger switch.
8)Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges
when picking up or holding the garden shears.
9)Don’t Force Garden Shears – They will do the job better
and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
which they were designed.
10)Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
11)Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate garden shears when you are tired.
12)Store Garden Shears Indoors – When not in use, garden
shears should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out
of reach of children with the battery removed.
13)Maintain Garden Shears With Care – Keep cutting
attachment clean for best performance and to reduce the
risk of injury. Follow instructions for changing accessories.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
14)Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the garden
shears, 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,
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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.
15)Keep hands away from blades.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6.2 Intended Use
WARNING
￭ These garden shears are designed for light-duty trimming
of grass and ornamental shrubs in yards and gardens
around the home. They are not intended to replace your
hedge trimmer. Use of the garden shears for operations
different than intended could result in serious injury or
death.
– Use the garden shears only for light-duty trimming
tasks around the home and garden.
￭ Improper use could result in personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the garden shears.
– Use the garden shears, battery and charger only as
described in this manual.
– Never attempt to modify or override the garden
shears' controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use garden shears that have been modified or
altered from their original design.
￭ The STIHL AS series battery is designed for use only with
compatible STIHL power tools.
￭ The STIHL AL 1 series charger is designed for charging
STIHL AS series batteries only.
6.3 Operator
WARNING
￭ Working with the garden shears 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 garden
shears if you have any health condition that may be
aggravated by strenuous work.
– Do not operate the garden shears 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 garden shears when you
are tired. Take a break if you become tired.
– Do not permit minors to use the garden shears.
￭ According to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric
motor of these garden shears 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
these garden shears.
6.4 Personal Protective Equipment
WARNING
￭ 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
blades or otherwise become entangled in the components
of the garden shears. To reduce the risk of severe
personal injury:
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– Wear sturdy and snug-fitting clothing that
also allows complete freedom of
movement.
– 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 "+".
￭ 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. Do not wear sandals, flip-flops,
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
garden shears or the cutting blades.
6.5 Garden Shears
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Do not expose the garden shears to rain,
water or excessive moisture.
– Never immerse the garden shears in
water or other liquids.
– Store the garden shears indoors.
￭ The grass and shrub blades have many sharp cutters.
Making contact with the cutters may result in serious
laceration injuries, even if the cutting blades are not
moving. To reduce the risk of such injuries:
– Keep hands, feet and other parts of your body away
from the cutting blades.
– Never hold the material to be cut.
– Never remove cut material without first releasing the
trigger switch and removing the battery.
– Wear heavy-duty work gloves when handling the
garden shears or the grass or shrub blades.
– The garden shears are operated with one hand.
Keep your other hand away from the cutting area
during operation. Never hold the material being cut
while operating the garden shears.
– Never touch the moving cutting blades with your
hand or any other part of your body.
– Cover the cutting blades with a blade scabbard
before transporting or storing the garden shears to
reduce the risk of inadvertent contact.
￭ These battery-powered garden shears are intended only
for light-duty garden maintenance around the home. Use
for other purposes may increase the risk of personal injury
and property damage.
– Do not attempt to cut any material other than grass,
ornamental shrubs or similar soft vegetation. Do not
cut thick stems, branches or heavy vegetation.
– Read and follow the operating instructions in this
manual for approved applications, @ 17.
￭ 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 garden shears, and any other
time they are not in use.
– Release the trigger switch and remove the battery
before clearing jammed material.
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– Never leave the garden shears unattended when the
battery is inserted.
￭ Although certain unauthorized attachments may fit STIHL
garden shears, 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 attachments supplied or expressly
approved by STIHL.
– Never modify these garden shears in any way.
– Never attempt to modify or override the garden
shears' controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use garden shears that have been modified or
altered from their original design.
￭ If the garden shears are dropped or subjected to similar
heavy impacts:
– Check that they are undamaged, in good condition
and functioning properly before continuing work.
– Check that the controls and safety devices are
working properly.
– 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
battery or garden shears. In case of doubt, have the
garden shears and battery checked by your
authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
￭ If the garden shears or battery are damaged, not working
properly, have been left outdoors, exposed to rain or
damp conditions or dropped into water or other liquid, their
components may no longer function properly and safety
devices may be inoperative. To reduce the risk of personal
injury and property damage:
– Take the garden shears to your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer to be checked before further
operation.
￭ Genuine STIHL replacement parts are specifically
designed to match your garden shears 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 for repair or
maintenance.
6.6 Using the Garden Shears
6.6.1 Before Operation
WARNING
￭ Misuse or unauthorized use may result in personal injury
and property damage.
– Use the garden shears only as described in this
instruction manual.
￭ Using garden shears that are 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 garden shears that are modified
damaged, improperly maintained or not completely
and securely assembled.
– Always check your garden shears for proper
condition and operation before starting work,
particularly the retaining latch, trigger switch and
cutting blades.
– Ensure that the retaining latch and trigger switch
move freely and spring back into place when
released. The trigger switch must not engage until
the retaining latch is unlocked.
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– Never attempt to modify or override the controls or
safety devices in any way.
– The cutting blades must move only when the battery
is inserted, the retaining latch is unlocked and the
trigger switch is depressed.
– If your garden shears or any part are damaged or do
not function properly, take them to your authorized
STIHL servicing dealer. Do not use the garden
shears until the problem has been corrected.
￭ Before inserting the battery:
– Check the contacts in the battery compartment for
corrosion or other foreign matter and keep clean. If
the socket is dirty or corroded, take the unit to your
authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use.
– Never insert or use a malfunctioning, damaged,
cracked, leaking or deformed battery.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
garden shears, @ 15.1.
￭ To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury or death
from unintentional starting:
– Be sure the retaining latch is in the locked position
and the trigger switch is in the off position before
inserting the battery.
– Never carry the garden shears 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 garden shears, and any other
time they are not in use.
– Never leave the garden shears unattended when the
battery is inserted.
– Never store the battery in the garden shears.
￭ Before switching on your garden shears, take the
following steps to reduce the risk of personal injury, loss
of control or inadvertent contact:
– Be sure that the cutting blades are clear of you and
all other obstructions and objects, including the
ground.
– Never switch on the garden shears with material
between the cutting blades.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
garden shears, @ 15.1.
6.6.2 Holding and Controlling the Garden Shears
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WARNING
￭ To maintain a firm grip and properly control your garden
shears:
– Keep the handle clean and dry at all times. Keep it
free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease and resin.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries to the
operator or bystanders from loss of control:
– Always hold the garden shears firmly with either your
left or right hand when you are working.
– Wrap your fingers tightly around the handle, keeping
the handle cradled between your thumb and
forefinger (see illustration).
– Position the garden shears in such a way that all
parts of your body are clear of the cutting attachment
whenever the battery is inserted.
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￭ 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:
– Never work on a ladder, roof, in a tree or while
standing on any other insecure support.
– 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.
– Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal cut injuries to the
operator or bystanders from blade contact:
– Keep hands, feet and other body parts
away from the cutting blades.
– Do not touch the cutting blades while the battery is
inserted.
– Never touch moving cutting blades with your hand or
any other part of your body.
– If the cutting blades become jammed by
thick branches or other obstructions,
release the trigger switch and retaining
latch immediately and remove the
battery before attempting to free the
blades.
6.6.3 Working Conditions
WARNING
￭ Operate your garden shears only under good visibility
during favorable daylight conditions.
– Postpone the work if the weather is windy, foggy,
rainy or inclement.
￭ Your garden shears are a one-person machine.
– Bystanders, especially children, and animals should
not be allowed in the area where they are in use.
– Switch off the garden shears immediately if you are
approached.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and
unauthorized users:
– Never leave the garden shears unattended when the
battery is inserted.
– Switch off the garden shears and remove the battery
during work breaks and any other time the garden
shears are not in use.
￭ Sparks generated from operation of the garden shears
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 garden shears 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.
￭ Use of these garden shears (including sharpening the
cutting blades) 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
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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.
– Always work with properly sharpened cutting blades.
– To the extent possible, operate the garden shears so
that the wind or operating process directs any dust,
mist or other particulate matter raised by the garden
shears 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.
￭ If the vegetation being cut or the surrounding ground is
coated with a chemical substance, such as pesticide or
herbicide:
– Read and follow the instructions and warnings that
accompanied the substance coating the vegetation
or surrounding ground.
6.6.4 Operating Instructions
– Keep hands, feet and other body parts
away from the cutting blades.
– The garden shears are operated with
one hand. Keep your other hand away
from the cutting area during operation.
Never hold the material being cut while
operating the garden shears.
– Do not touch the cutting blades while the
battery is inserted.
– Never touch moving cutting blades with
your hand or any other part of your body.
– Never hold the material to be cut. Never
remove cut material without first
releasing the trigger switch and
removing the battery.
– Release the trigger switch and remove
the battery before clearing jammed
material.
￭ To reduce the risk of severe personal injuries from
unintentional starting:
– Never touch the cutting blades with your hand or any
other part of your body when the battery is inserted,
even when the cutting blades are not moving.
– If the cutting blades become jammed by
branches or other obstructions, release
the trigger switch and retaining latch
immediately and remove the battery
before attempting to free the blades.
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal cut injuries to the
operator or bystanders from blade contact:
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￭ The cutting blades continue to move for a short period
after the trigger switch is fully released.
– Wait for the cutting blades to stop before walking
with the garden shears or putting them down.
￭ In the event of an emergency:
– Switch off the motor immediately and remove the
battery.
￭ Contacting foreign objects while cutting could damage the
cutting blades and may cause them to crack, chip, break
or jam. To reduce the risk of severe personal injury or
death from loss of control, and to reduce the risk of
damage to the garden shears:
– Inspect the material to be cut and the surrounding
area for stones, fence wire, metal or other foreign
objects before starting work. Do not use the garden
shears in areas where the cutting blades could
contact such objects.
– Take particular care when cutting next to, against or
near wire fences. Do not touch the wire with the
cutting blades.
– When working close to the ground, make sure that
no sand, grit or stones get between the cutting
blades.
– Do not cut any areas of the hedge, bush, shrub or
other vegetation that you cannot see.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders:
– Do not allow other persons in the general work area.
– If cutting the top of a taller shrubs, check the other
side of the shrub frequently for bystanders, animals
and obstructions.
￭ Check the cutting blades at regular short intervals during
operation, or immediately if there is a change in cutting
behavior:
– Switch off the garden shears and remove the
battery.
– Check the condition, tightness and sharpness of the
cutting blades.
– Inspect the garden shears for loose parts (nuts,
screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent, warped or
damaged cutting blades. Replace damaged cutting
blades before using the garden shears.
– Always keep the cutting blades sharp.
￭ To reduce blade friction and the buildup of dirt, which can
interfere with the proper functioning of the garden shears:
– STIHL recommends that you spray the cutting
blades with a resin solvent, such as STIHL Resin
Remover and Lubricant, before starting work.
DANGER
￭ To reduce risk of electrocution:
– Never operate these garden shears in
the vicinity of any wires or cables that
may be carrying electric current.
– Do not rely on the garden shears'
insulation against electric shock.
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7 Battery Safety
7.1 Warnings and Instructions
WARNING
￭ Use of unauthorized batteries can damage the garden
shears and result in fire, explosion and personal injury and
property damage.
– Use only genuine STIHL AS series batteries.
￭ Use of STIHL AS series batteries for any purpose other
than powering STIHL power tools could be extremely
dangerous.
– Use STIHL AS series batteries only to power
compatible STIHL power tools.
￭ Use of unauthorized chargers can damage the battery and
result in fire, explosion and personal injury and property
damage.
– Use only a genuine STIHL AL 1 series charger to
charge STIHL AS series batteries.
￭ 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.
– 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.
– Never charge, use or store the battery outside the
specified ambient temperature limits, @ 24.5.
– 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 the battery dry. Protect it from rain,
water, liquids and damp conditions.
– Never immerse the 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.
– Never store the battery in the garden shears or
charger.
– 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.
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￭ 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.
￭ Dropping the battery could result in personal injury or
property damage. To prevent the battery from falling
during removal:
– Use care when ejecting the battery.
8 Charger Safety
8.1 Warnings and Instructions
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and other
personal injury or property damage:
– Read and follow all cautionary markings on the
charger, battery and garden shears and all
instructions in this manual before using the charger.
– Charge only genuine STIHL AS series batteries.
Other batteries may burst, catch fire or explode,
resulting in personal injury and property damage.
– For indoor use only.
– Keep the charger dry. Protect it from
rain, water, liquids and damp conditions.
Never insert a wet battery or use a wet
charger.
– Do not handle the charger, including power supply
cord and plug, with wet hands.
– Never use a damaged charger.
– Never charge malfunctioning, damaged, cracked,
leaking or deformed batteries.
– Never store a battery in the charger.
– Operate the charger only indoors, in dry rooms.
– Operate the charger only within the specified
ambient temperature limits, @ 24.5.
– Keep the charger out of the reach of children.
– Always plug the charger into a properly installed
electrical outlet matching the voltage and electrical
frequency stated on the charger.
– Never use power strips to operate multiple chargers
or other devices from the same outlet or on the same
circuit.
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– Do not operate a charger that has received a sharp
or heavy blow, has been dropped or is otherwise
damaged in any way.
– Do not attempt to repair, open or disassemble the
charger. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
￭ To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire from a short
circuit:
– Make sure the battery and charger are completely
dry before starting the charging process.
– Never bridge the contacts of the charger with wires
or other metallic objects.
– Do not insert any objects into the charger's cooling
slots.
￭ The charger heats up during the charging process. To
reduce the risk of fire:
– Do not operate on a combustible surface (e.g.,
paper, cardboard, textiles) or in a combustible
environment.
– Allow the charger to cool down normally. Do not
cover it.
￭ Chargers can produce sparks which may ignite
combustible gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or other
combustible materials. To reduce the risk of fire and
explosion:
– Do not operate in a location where combustible
gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or other combustible
materials are present.
￭ Using a damaged power supply cord or plug may result in
fire, electric shock and other personal injury or property
damage. To reduce these risks:
– Check the charger’s power supply cord
and plug regularly for damage. If
damaged, immediately disconnect the
plug from the electrical outlet.
– Have a damaged power supply cord replaced by an
authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
– Unplug the power supply cord from the outlet when
the charger is not in use.
– Never jerk the power supply cord to disconnect it
from the electrical outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the power supply cord.
– Do not use the power supply cord for carrying or
hanging up the charger.
– Make sure the power supply cord is located or
marked 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.
￭ An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Overloading an extension cord can result in
overheating and fire. If an extension cord must be used:
– Use only a properly wired 16 gauge (AWG 16) or
heavier gauge extension cord and the cord length
should not exceed 75 ft.
– Never connect more than one charger or other
device to an extension cord.
– Never use an extension cord with a wattage rating
lower than the wattage on your charger's rating
plate.
– Never use an extension cord if the blades on its plug
are different from the blades on the charger plug in
number, size or shape.
– Do not link (chain) extension cords.
￭ A typical household electrical circuit is between 15 and
20 amps. A single STIHL AL 1 charger draws
approximately 0.275 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.
– 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.
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￭ In case of fire, or if the charger or the battery it is charging
emits smoke, an unusual smell, feels hot or appears
abnormal in any other way:
– Immediately disconnect the charger from the outlet.
Contact the authorities in the event of fire or
explosion.
￭ To reduce the risk of electric shock and other personal
injury or property damage when mounting the charger:
– Ensure that no electrical cables, pipes or other
service lines run behind the wall where the charger
is to be mounted.
– Mount the charger only as described in this manual.
– Remove the battery before mounting the charger.
9 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
9.1 Warnings and Instructions
WARNING
￭ There are no user-authorized repairs for the garden
shears, battery or charger. 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.
– STIHL recommends that all repair 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 garden shears or carrying out any
cleaning, maintenance or repair work,
before storing, and any other time the
garden shears are not in use.
￭ The cutting blades are the only user-serviceable parts of
the garden shears. Proper maintenance will help maintain
cutting performance and reduce the risk of personal injury.
– Wear heavy-duty non-slip work gloves when
handling the cutting blades.
– Keep the cutting blades clean and sharp.
– Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws after each use.
– Never attempt to repair damaged cutting blades by
welding, straightening or modifying the shape. This
may cause parts of the cutting blades to experience
uneven or excessive wear or other damage that can
lead to a malfunction or breakage during operation,
resulting in serious or fatal injuries.
￭ 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 for repair or
maintenance.
￭ To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Unplug the charger from the electrical outlet before
inspecting or cleaning the charger.
– Regularly check the charger and ensure that the
insulation of the power supply cord and plug are in
good condition and show no signs of aging
(brittleness), wear or damage.
– Replace the charger if the power supply cord
becomes worn or damaged. The power supply cord
cannot be repaired or replaced.
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￭ To reduce the risk of short circuit and fire:
– Keep the battery guides free of foreign matter. Clean
as necessary with a dry cloth or soft, dry brush.
￭ Improper storage can result in unauthorized use, damage
to the garden shears, battery and charger, and an
increased risk of fire, electric shock and other personal
injury or property damage.
– Remove the battery from the garden shears before
storing.
– Never store the garden shears and charger with the
battery inserted.
– Before storing, always unplug the charger from the
electrical outlet and remove the battery.
– Store the garden shears, battery and charger
indoors in a dry, secure place that cannot be
accessed by children or other unauthorized users.
– Never store the battery in the garden shears, in the
charger, in a metal container or in a container with
metal objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys).
10 Before Starting Work
10.1 Preparing the Garden Shears for Operation
Before starting work:
► Fully charge the battery, @ 11.
► Mount the shrub blades or the grass blades, @ 13.1.
► Check the controls for proper function and condition,
@ 16.
► Check the cutting attachment for damage or other
problems.
11 Charging the Battery
11.1 Setting up the Charger
WARNING
Read and follow the safety precautions on the battery and
charger and the warnings and instructions in this manual,
@ 6. 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,
@ 6.
WARNING
A typical household electrical circuit is between 15 and
20 amps. A single STIHL AL 1 charger draws approximately
0.275 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 battery and charger heat 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 are present, @ 6.
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To set up the charger:
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► 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 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.
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11.2 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, @ 6. Make sure the
charger and the battery to be charged are both completely
dry before charging, @ 8.1. Follow all product-specific
warnings and instructions accompanying your battery.
To charge the battery:
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► Push the battery (1) into the charger (2) until it stops.
The LED on the charger (3) glows or flashes green when
the battery is charging.
When the LED on the charger goes out, the charging
process is complete and the charger will shut itself off. The
battery 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.
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 indoors in a dry room. For optimum
performance, observe the recommended ambient
temperature ranges, @ 24.6.
The battery heats up during operation. If a hot battery is
inserted into 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.
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11.3 Mounting the Charger on a Wall
Before mounting, ensure that no electrical cables, pipes or
other service lines run in the wall behind the charger.
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To mount the wall charger:
► Mount the charger indoors in a dry room near an electrical
outlet.
► Sink the screws into a wall stud. Use appropriate screw-in
wall anchors or other similar mounting devices if an
appropriate wall stud is not available.
► Align the charger as shown above. Mount to a wall with the
following dimensions:
– a = minimum 18 in. (450 mm)
– b = minimum 3.9 in. (100 mm)
–c=2.1in. (54mm)
– d = 0.2 in. (4.5 mm)
– e = 0.4 in. (9 mm)
– f = 0.1 in. (2.5 mm)
If three LEDs flash red when you activate the trigger switch:
the garden shears has an electrical malfunction. Do not
operate the garden shears. Have it checked by an
authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use or storage.
For troubleshooting information, @ 23.
12.1.2 Battery Status
The same LEDs on the garden shears also indicate the
status of the battery.
These LEDs can glow or flash green or red.
If one 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.
12.1.3 Charge Status
The LEDs on the garden shears also show the battery's
state of charge.
To determine the battery's state of charge:
80-100%
60-80%
40-60%
20-40%
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12.1 LEDs on the Garden Shears
12.1.1 Garden Shears Status
The LEDs on the garden shears show the status of the
power tool.
If three LEDs glow red continuously: the garden shears
motor is too hot. Allow the motor to cool down.
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► Insert the battery.
► Press the button (1).
The LEDs on the garden shears will glow or flash green for
about 5 seconds and indicate the state of charge (see
illustration).
0-20%
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For example:
If four green LEDs glow continuously: full charge.
If one green LED is flashing: less than 20 % charge.
12.2 LED on the Charger
One LED shows the status of the charger and battery. The
LED can glow or flash green or red.
If the LED glows green continuously or flashes
green: the battery is being charged.
If the LED flashes red: there is no contact
between the battery and the charger. Remove
and reinsert the battery.
or
The battery has a malfunction and must be
replaced. Do not use or charge the battery.
or
The charger has a malfunction. Have it checked
by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before
use.
If the LED glows red continuosly: The battery is
too hot or too cold for charging. 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).
For more information, @ 23.
WARNING
Making contact with the cutters may result in serious cut
injuries, even if the cutting blades are not moving. @ 6.5.
Always wear heavy-duty work gloves when mounting or
otherwise handling the cutting blades, @ 6.4.
The grass blades and shrub blades are mounted to the
garden shears in the same way.
To mount the cutting blade:
► Switch off the garden shears, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
► Slide a blade scabbard over the cutting blades so that it
covers the entire cutting attachment.
► Insert the clips (1) of the cutting attachment into the
guides (2) on the garden shears.
► Move the other end of the cutting attachment (3)
downward and press firmly until you hear an audible click.
► Remove the blade scabbard (4).
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Attachment
13.1 Mounting the Cutting Attachment
Make sure the battery is removed before starting assembly.
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13.2 Removing the Cutting Attachment
To remove the cutting attachment:
► Switch off the garden shears, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
► Slide a blade scabbard over the cutting blades so that it
covers the entire cutting attachment.
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To insert the battery:
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► Press down on the locking levers (1) to unlock cutting
attachment (2).
► Lift up to remove the cutting attachment.
NOTICE
A piece of foam (3) is designed to protect the gear from dirt
during operation. This piece of foam is firmly attached to the
garden shears and cannot be removed.
14 Inserting and Removing the Battery
14.1 Inserting the Battery
WARNING
Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or
deformed battery, @ 7. Never charge, use or store the
battery outside the specified ambient temperature limits,
@ 24.5.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the
battery in the garden shears, @ 20.2.
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► Push the battery (1) into the battery compartment (2) until
it stops.
The battery is properly inserted when you hear an audible
click.
Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends
that you fully charge the battery before using it the first time,
@ 11.
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 garden shears, 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.
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