HSA 56
2 - 21 Instruction Manual
English
Contents
1 Introduction................................................. 2
2 Guide to Using this Manual.........................2
3 Overview..................................................... 3
4 Safety Precautions......................................4
5 Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation.. 11
6 Charging the Battery, LEDs...................... 11
7 Removing and Fitting the Battery..............12
8 Switching the Hedge Trimmer On/Off....... 12
9 Testing the Hedge Trimmer and Battery...13
10 Operating the Hedge Trimmer.................. 13
11 After Finishing Work..................................14
12 Transporting..............................................14
13 Storing.......................................................14
14 Cleaning....................................................15
15 Maintenance............................................. 15
16 Repairing...................................................16
17 Troubleshooting........................................ 16
18 Specifications............................................17
19 Spare Parts and Accessories....................18
20 Disposal.................................................... 18
21 EC Declaration of Conformity................... 18
22 UKCA Declaration of Conformity.............. 19
23 General Power Tool Safety Warnings.......19
1 Introduction
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and
manufacture our quality products to meet our
customers’ requirements. The products are
designed for reliability even under extreme con‐
ditions.
STIHL also stands for premium service quality.
Our dealers guarantee competent advice and
instruction as well as comprehensive service
support.
STIHL expressly commit themselves to a sus‐
tainable and responsible handling of natural
resources. This user manual is intended to help
you use your STIHL product safely and in an
environmentally friendly manner over a long
service life.
We thank you for your confidence in us and hope
you will enjoy working with your STIHL product.
2 Guide to Using this Manual
2.1 Applicable Documentation
Local safety regulations apply.
► Read, understand and save the following
documents in addition to this instruction man‐
ual:
Safety notes and precautions for STIHL AK
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battery.
Safety information for STIHL batteries and
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products with built in batteries:
www.stihl.com/safety-data-sheets
2.2 Warning Notices in Text
DANGER
■ This notice refers to risks which result in seri‐
ous 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 tak‐
ing the precautions mentioned.
2.3 Symbols in Text
This symbol refers to a chapter in this
instruction manual.
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3 Overview English
3 Overview
3.1 Hedge Trimmer, Battery and Charger
10 Cutting Blades
Perform the cutting action.
11 Charger
Charges the battery.
12 LED
The LED indicates the operating status of the
charger.
13 Appliance Plug
Connects cable to wall outlet.
14 Connecting Cable
Connects charger to appliance plug.
15 Battery
Supplies power to the hedge trimmer.
16 LEDs
Indicate state of charge and malfunctions.
17 Button
Activates the LEDs on the battery.
18 Blade scabbard
Helps protect user from contact with the cut‐
ting blades.
# Rating label with serial number
3.2 Symbols
Meanings of symbols that may be on the hedge
1 Loop Handle
For holding, controlling and carrying the
hedge trimmer.
2 Switch Lever
Operated together with the trigger to switch
the hedge trimmer on and off.
3 Battery Compartment
Accommodates the battery.
4 Locking Lever
Secures the battery in the battery compart‐
ment.
5 Retaining Latch
Operated together with the trigger lockout to
unlock the trigger.
6 Trigger Lockout
Operated together with the retaining latch to
unlock the trigger.
7 Control Handle
For operating, holding and controlling the
hedge trimmer.
8 Trigger
Operated together with the switch lever to
switch the hedge trimmer on and off.
9 Hand Guard
Helps protect hand on loop handle from con‐
tact with the cutting blades.
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trimmer, battery and charger:
Retaining latch unlocks the trigger in this
position.
Retaining latch locks the trigger in this
position.
1 LED glows red. Battery too hot or too
cold.
4 LEDs flash red. There is a malfunc‐
tion in the battery.
LED glows green and LEDs on battery
glow or flash green. Battery is being
charged.
LED flashes red. No electrical contact
between battery and charger or mal‐
function in battery or charger.
Guaranteed sound power level accord‐
ing to directive 2000/14/EC in dB(A) in
order to make sound emissions of
products comparable.
The data next to this symbol indicates the
energy content of the battery according to
the cell manufacturer’s specification. The
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energy content available during operation
is lower.
Operate the electric appliance in a dry
place, indoors only.
Do not dispose of the product with your
household waste.
4 Safety Precautions
4.1 Warning Symbols
Meanings of warning signs and labels on the
hedge trimmer, battery or charger:
Observe safety notices and take the
necessary precautions.
Read, understand and keep the User
Manual.
Wear safety glasses.
The STIHL AL 101 charger is used to charge the
STIHL AK battery.
WARNING
■
Batteries and chargers not explicitly approved
for the hedge trimmer by STIHL may cause a
fire or explosion. Persons may be seriously or
fatally injured, and property may be damaged.
►
Use the hedge trimmer with a STIHL AK
battery.
►Recharge the STIHL AK bat‐
tery with a STIHL AL 101,
AL 301 or AL 500 charger.
■
Using the hedge trimmer, battery or the
charger for purposes for which they were not
intended may result in serious or fatal injuries,
and damage to property may occur.
►
Use the hedge trimmer, battery and charger
as described in this User Manual.
4.3 The Operator
Do not touch moving cutting blades.
Remove the battery during work stop‐
pages, transport, storage, maintenance
or repair.
Protect hedge trimmer and charger
from rain and dampness.
WARNING
■ Users without adequate training or instruction
cannot recognize or assess the risks involved
in using the hedge trimmer, battery and
charger. The user or other persons may sus‐
tain serious or fatal injuries.
► Read, understand and save the
instruction manual.
Protect battery from heat and fire.
Protect the battery from rain and mois‐
ture and do not immerse it in liquids.
Observe the permitted battery temper‐
ature range.
► If you pass the hedge trimmer, battery and
charger on to another person: Always give
them the instruction manual.
►
Make sure the user meets the following
requirements:
The user must be rested.
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The user must be in good
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physical condition and
mental health to operate
and work with the hedge
4.2 Intended Use
The STIHL HSA 56 hedge trimmer is designed
for cutting hedges, shrubs, bushes and under‐
growth.
The hedge trimmer must not be used in the rain.
The STIHL AK battery supplies power to the
hedge trimmer.
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trimmer, battery and
charger. If the user’s phys‐
ical, sensory or mental
ability is restricted, he or
she may work only under
the supervision of or as
4 Safety Precautions English
instructed by a responsible
person.
The user is able to recognize and
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assess the risks involved in using the
hedge trimmer, battery and charger.
The user must be of legal
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age or is being trained in a
trade under supervision in
accordance with national
rules and regulations.
The user has received
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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 influ‐
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ence 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 hedge trim‐
mer while working. 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 commer‐
cially with the corresponding mark‐
ing.
►
Wear a long-sleeved, close-fitting top and
long trousers.
■ 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 can snag on wood or
scrub and may become caught in the hedge
trimmer. Users not wearing suitable clothing
are at risk of serious injury.
►
Wear close-fitting clothing.
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► Remove scarves and jewelry.
■ The user may come into contact with the mov‐
ing cutting blades while working. This may
result in serious injury to the user.
►
Wear robust footwear.
► Wear long trousers made from resistant
material.
■ The user may come into contact with the cut‐
ting 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 Hedge Trimmer
WARNING
■ Bystanders, children and animals cannot rec‐
ognize or assess the dangers of the hedge
trimmer or flying debris. Innocent bystanders,
children and animals may be seriously injured
and damage to property may occur.
►
Keep bystanders, children and animals
away from the work area.
► Do not leave the hedge trimmer unatten‐
ded.
► Make sure that children cannot play with
the hedge trimmer.
■ The hedge trimmer is not waterproof. Working
in the rain or a damp location may result in an
electric shock. This can result in injuries to the
user and may damage the hedge trimmer.
► Do not work in the rain or a damp
location.
■ Electrical components of the hedge trimmer
can produce sparks. Sparks may cause a fire
or an explosion in an easily combustible or
explosive environment. This can result in seri‐
ous or fatal injuries and damage to property.
►
Do not work in an easily combustible or
explosive environment.
4.5.2 Battery
WARNING
■
Bystanders, children and animals cannot rec‐
ognize or assess the dangers of the battery.
Bystanders, children and animals may be seri‐
ously injured.
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► Keep bystanders, children and animals
away from the work area.
► Do not leave the battery unattended.
► Make sure that children cannot play with
the battery.
■ The battery is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. If the battery is exposed to cer‐
tain ambient conditions, the battery may catch
fire, explode or be irreparably damaged. This
may result in serious injury to people and
damage to property.
► Protect battery from heat and fire.
► Do not throw the battery into a fire.
► Use and store the battery at temper‐
atures between ‑ 10 °C and + 50 °C.
► Protect the battery from rain and
moisture and do not immerse it in liq‐
uids.
► Keep battery away from small metal parts.
► Do not expose the battery to high pressure.
► Do not expose the battery to microwaves.
► Protect the battery from chemicals and
salts.
4.5.3 Charger
WARNING
■
Bystanders, children and animals are not
aware of and cannot assess the dangers of a
charger or electric current. Bystanders, chil‐
dren and animals may be seriously or fatally
injured.
►
Keep bystanders, children and animals
away from the work area.
►Make sure that children can‐
not play with the charger.
■
The charger is not waterproof. If you work in
the rain or in a damp environment, an electric
shock may occur. The user may be injured
and the charger may be damaged.
► Do not operate it in the rain or in a
damp environment.
■ The charger is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. If the charger is exposed to
certain ambient conditions, it may catch fire or
explode. This may result in serious injury to
people and damage to property.
►
Operate the charger in an enclosed, dry
room.
► Do not operate the charger in a flammable
environment or in an explosive environ‐
ment.
►
Do not operate the charger on a readily
combustible surface.
► Use and store the charger at temperatures
between + 5 °C and + 40 °C.
■ The connecting cable is a trip hazard. People
may be injured and the charger may be dam‐
aged.
►
Lay the connecting cable flat on the floor.
4.6 Safe Condition
4.6.1 Hedge trimmer
The hedge trimmer is in a safe condition if the
following conditions are fulfilled:
The hedge trimmer is undamaged.
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Hedge trimmer is clean and dry.
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The controls function properly and have not
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been modified.
The cutting blades are correctly fitted.
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Only an original STIHL accessory for this
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hedge trimmer has been fitted.
The accessories are correctly attached.
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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.
►
Never use a damaged hedge trimmer.
► If the hedge trimmer is dirty or wet: Clean
the hedge trimmer and allow it to dry.
► Do not modify the hedge trimmer.
► If the controls do not work: Do not operate
the hedge trimmer.
► Only fit original STIHL accessories for this
hedge trimmer.
► Attach accessories as described in this
User Manual or in the User Manual for the
accessories.
►
Do not insert objects into the openings in
the hedge trimmer.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a
STIHL dealer.
4.6.2 Cutting Blades
The cutting blades are in a safe condition if the
following points are observed:
Cutting blades are undamaged.
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Cutting blades are not deformed.
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Cutting blades move freely.
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Cutting blades are properly sharpened.
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Cutting blades have no burrs.
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WARNING
■ If they are in an unsafe condition, parts of the
cutting blades may come off and be thrown at
high speed. This can result in serious injuries.
►
Work only with undamaged cutting blades.
► Make sure the cutting blades are properly
sharpened and deburred.
► If you have any queries: Contact your
STIHL servicing dealer.
4.6.3 Battery
The battery is in safe condition when the follow‐
ing conditions are met:
The battery is not damaged.
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The battery is clean and dry.
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The battery is working and has not been modi‐
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fied.
WARNING
■ The battery cannot function safely if it is not in
safe condition. There is a risk of serious injury
to persons.
►
Use an undamaged and functioning battery.
► Do not charge a damaged or defective bat‐
tery.
► If the battery is dirty or wet: clean the bat‐
tery and allow it to dry.
► Do not modify the battery.
► Do not insert objects into the apertures in
the battery.
► Never connect the battery terminals to met‐
allic objects and cause a short circuit.
► Do not open the battery.
► Replace worn or damaged warning signs.
■ Fluid may leak from a damaged battery. If the
fluid contacts the skin or eyes, this may cause
irritation.
►
Avoid contact with the fluid.
► In the event of contact with the skin: wash
the affected areas with plenty of soap and
water.
►
In the event of contact with the eyes: rinse
the eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical attention.
■
A damaged or defective battery may emit an
unusual odour, smoke or catch fire. This may
result in serious or fatal injury to people and
damage to property.
►
If the battery emits an unusual odour or
smoke: do not use the battery and keep it
away from flammable materials.
►
If the battery catches fire: try to extinguish
the battery using a fire extinguisher or
water.
4.6.4 Charger
The charger is in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
Charger is undamaged.
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Charger is clean and dry.
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WARNING
■
If components do not comply with safety
requirements, they will no longer function
properly and safety devices may be rendered
inoperative. This can result in serious or fatal
injuries.
►
Do not use a damaged charger.
► If the charger is dirty or wet: Clean the
charger and allow it to dry.
► Never attempt to modify the charger.
► Never insert objects in the charger’s open‐
ings.
► Never bridge the charger's contacts with
metallic objects (short circuit).
► Do not open the charger.
4.7 Operation
WARNING
■ The user cannot concentrate on the work in
certain situations. The user may stumble, fall
and be seriously injured.
►
Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use
your hedge trimmer.
► Operate the hedge trimmer alone.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and
keep a good balance. If it is necessary to
work at heights: Use a lift bucket or a safe
platform.
►
If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
■ Working above shoulder height can cause you
to tire quickly. This can result in serious inju‐
ries.
►
Work above shoulder height for short peri‐
ods only.
► Take regular breaks.
■ If the moving cutting blades make contact with
a hard object they can be brought to a sudden
stop. The reactive forces that occur can cause
the user to lose control of the hedge trimmer
and be seriously injured.
►
Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both
hands.
► Before starting work, check hedge for hard
objects and remove any such objects.
■ The moving cutting blades can cut the user.
This can result in serious injuries.
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► Do not touch moving cutting blades.
► If the cutting blades are blocked by
an object: Switch off the hedge trim‐
mer and remove the battery. Then
remove the object causing the block‐
age.
■
If the behavior of the hedge trimmer changes
during operation or feels unusual, it may no
longer be in a safe condition. This can result in
serious injuries and damage to property.
►
Stop work, remove the battery and contact
your STIHL servicing dealer for assistance.
■ Hedge trimmer vibrations may occur during
operation.
► Wear gloves.
► Take regular breaks.
► If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek
medical advice.
■ Note that the cutting blades continue to run for
about 1 second after you release the trigger.
The moving cutting blades can cut the user.
This can result in serious injuries.
►
Hold the hedge trimmer firmly by the control
handle and loop handle and wait until the
cutting blades come to a complete stand‐
still.
DANGER
■ Contact with live parts may result in electric
shock. This may result in serious or fatal injury
to the user.
►
Make sure that the connecting cable, exten‐
sion cord and their mains plugs are undam‐
aged.
If the connecting cable or the extension
cord is damaged:
► Do not touch the damaged area.
► Disconnect the mains plug from the
power supply.
►
Make sure your hands are dry before touch‐
ing the connecting cable, extension cord or
mains plugs.
►
Plug the mains plug of the connecting cable
or extension cord into a properly installed,
shockproof socket with the correct fuse rat‐
ing.
►
Install the charger with a ground fault circuit
interrupter (30 mA, 30 ms).
■ A damaged or unsuitable extension cable can
result in electric shock. There is a risk of seri‐
ous or fatal injury.
►
Use an extension cable with the correct
cable cross-section, 18.5.
DANGER
■ Working near live electric cables can result in
accidental contact with the cutting blades and
damage the cables. This can result in serious
or fatal injuries.
►
Do not work near live electric cables.
4.8 Charging
WARNING
■
A damaged or defective charger may produce
an unusual smell or emit smoke during the
charging process. This may result in personal
injuries and damage to property.
►
Disconnect the plug from the wall outlet.
■ The charger can overheat and cause a fire if
heat dissipation is inadequate. This can result
in serious or fatal injuries and damage to prop‐
erty.
►
Do not cover the charger.
4.9 Connecting to the power supply
Contact with live components may occur for the
following reasons:
The connecting cable or the extension cord is
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damaged.
The mains plug of the connecting cable or
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extension cord is damaged.
The socket is not properly installed.
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WARNING
■
Overvoltage can occur in the charger if the line
voltage or frequency are incorrect during
charging. The charger may be damaged.
►
Make sure that the mains voltage and the
mains frequency of the power supply match
the data on the rating plate of the charger.
■
If the charger is connected to a power strip,
electrical components may be overloaded dur‐
ing the charging process. The components
may overheat and cause a fire. Persons may
be seriously or fatally injured, and property
may be damaged.
►
Ensure that the technical specifications for
the power strip are not exceeded by the
information on the rating plate of the
charger and of all electrical devices connec‐
ted to the power strip.
■
An incorrectly routed connecting cable or
extension cord may be damaged, and people
may trip over it. People may be injured, and
the connecting cable or extension cord may be
damaged.
►
Route and mark the connecting cable and
extension cord so that people will not trip
over them.
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