STIHL HSA 65 Owner's Manual
STIHL HSA 65
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Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
Warning!
Read and follow all safety precautions in
Instruction Manual – improper use can cause
serious or fatal injury.
Advertencia!
Lea y siga todas las precauciones de
seguridad dadas en el manual de
instrucciones – el uso incorrecto puede
causar lesiones graves o mortales.
Instruction Manual
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Manual de
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Contents
English
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Important Safety Instructions 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Description of Operation 11
Using the Unit 11
Connecting Charger to Power
Supply 12
Charging the Battery 12
Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Light Emitting Diodes (LED) on
Battery 13
Light Emitting Diodes (LED) on
Charger 15
Switching On 16
Switching Off 16
Storing the Machine 17
Sharpening Instructions 18
Maintenance and Care 19
Main Parts 20
Specifications 21
Special Accessories 22
Troubleshooting 23
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
Maintenance and Repairs 25
Battery Recycling 25
Disposal 25
Trademarks 26
Addresses 27
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your hedge
trimmer.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL hedge
trimmer, it is important that you read and
understand and follow the maintenance
and safety precautions in chapter
"Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques" before using your hedge
trimmer. For further information you can
go to www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
Warning!
Because a hedge trimmer is a highspeed cutting tool some special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of personal injury.
Careless or improper use may cause
serious or even fatal injury.
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements
may be made from time to time. If the
operating characteristics or the
appearance of your hedge trimmer
differs from those described in this
manual, please contact your STIHL
dealer for information and assistance.
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Guide to Using this Manual
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the
machine are shown and explained in this
manual.
Symbols in Text
Many operating and safety instructions
are supported by illustrations.
The individual steps or procedures
described in the manual may be marked
in different ways:
N A bullet marks a step or procedure
without direct reference to an
illustration.
A description of a step or procedure that
refers directly to an illustration may
contain item numbers that appear in the
illustration. Example:
N Loosen the screw (1).
N Lever (2) ...
In addition to the operating instructions,
this manual may contain paragraphs
that require your special attention. Such
paragraphs are marked with the
symbols and signal words described
below:
Danger!
Indicates an imminent risk of severe or
fatal injury.
Warning!
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in severe or
fatal injury.
Caution!
Indicates a risk of property damage,
including damage to the machine or its
individual components.
Engineering Improvements
STIHL’s philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements
are made from time to time. Therefore,
some changes, modifications and
improvements may not be covered in
this manual. If the operating
characteristics or the appearance of
your machine differ from those
described in this manual, please contact
your STIHL dealer for assistance.
Important Safety
Instructions
Warning!
When using electric hedge trimmers,
basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Avoid Dangerous Environment –
Don’t use hedge trimmers in damp
or wet locations.
2. Don’t Use In Rain.
3. Keep Children Away –
All visitors 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. Use of rubber gloves
and substantial footwear is
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 Appliance –
Do not use appliance for any job
except that for which it is intended.
7. Avoid Unintentional Starting –
Do not carry hedge trimmer with
battery plugged in.
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8. Danger – Risk of Cut Injury – Keep
Hands Away From Blades –
Keep both hands on handles during
use.
Do not attempt to remove cut
material nor hold material to be cut
when blades are moving. Make sure
trigger switch and switch lever are
disengaged when clearing jammed
material from blades. Do not grasp
the exposed cutting blades or
cutting edges when picking up or
holding the hedge trimmer.
9. Don’t Force Hedge Trimmer –
It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of a risk of injury at the
rate for which it was 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
hedge trimmer when you are tired.
12. Store Idle Hedge Trimmer Indoors –
When not in use, hedge trimmer
should be stored indoors in a dry,
and high, locked place with battery
removed and retaining latch on ƒ –
out of reach of children.
13. Maintain Hedge Trimmer With
Care –
Keep cutting edge sharp and clean
for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing
accessories. Keep handles dry,
clean, and free from oil and grease.
13. Check Damaged Parts –
Before further use of the hedge
trimmer, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other condition
that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere
in this manual.
14. Replacement parts –
When servicing, use only identical
STIHL replacement parts
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Because a hedge trimmer is a high-speed, fastcutting power tool with
sharp cutting blades and
is powered by electricity,
special safety precautions must be observed to
reduce the risk of personal injury.
It is important that you
read, fully understand
and observe the following
safety precautions and
warnings. Read the
instruction manual and
the safety precautions
periodically. Careless or
improper use may cause
serious or fatal injury.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how
to operate your power tool. Observe all
applicable local safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
The use of noise emitting power tools
may be restricted to certain times by
national or local regulations.
Warning!
Do not lend or rent your power tool without the instruction manual. Be sure that
anyone using it understands the information contained in this manual.
Warning!
The use of this machine may be hazardous. If the cutting tool comes in contact
with your body, it will cut you.
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Use your hedge trimmer only for cutting
hedges, shrubs, scrub and similar
material.
Warning!
Do not use it for other purposes, since
misuse may result in personal injury or
property damage, including damage to
the machine.
Warning!
Minors should never be allowed to use
this power tool. Bystanders, especially
children, and animals should not be
allowed in the area where it is in use.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to property, never let
your power tool run unattended. When it
is not in use (e.g. during a work break),
shut it off and make sure that unauthorized persons do not use it. To do this,
move retaining latch to ƒ and remove
the battery from the power tool.
Most of these safety precautions and
warnings apply to the use of all STIHL
hedge trimmers. Different models may
have different parts and controls. See
the appropriate section of your
instruction manual for a description of
the controls and the function of the parts
of your model.
Always remove the battery and move
retaining latch to ƒ before transporting,
storing or carrying out any work on the
power tool. This avoids the risk of the
motor starting unintentionally.
STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL replacement parts. They are
specifically designed to match your
model and meet your performance
requirements.
Safe use of a hedge trimmer involves
1. the operator
2. the power tool
3. the use of the power tool.
THE OPERATOR
Physical Condition
You must be in good physical condition
and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment. Do not operate
this machine when you are fatigued.
Warning!
Be alert – if you get tired, take a break.
Tiredness may result in loss of control.
Working with any power tool can be
strenuous. If you have any condition
that might be aggravated by strenuous
work, check with your doctor before
operating this machine.
Proper Clothing
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury, the operator
should wear proper protective apparel.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of
injury to your eyes never
operate your power tool
unless wearing goggles
or properly fitted protec-
tive glasses with
adequate top and side protection complying with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your
applicable national standard.)
Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting but allow
complete freedom of
movement. Wear long
pants made of heavy
material to help protect
your legs. Do not wear
shorts.
Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarfs,
neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants,
unconfined long hair or anything that
could become caught on branches,
brush or the moving parts of the unit.
Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
Good footing is very
important. Wear sturdy
boots with nonslip soles.
Never wear sandals, flip-
flops or go barefoot.
Always wear gloves
when handling the
machine and the cutting
tool. Heavy-duty, nonslip
gloves improve your grip
and help to protect your
hands.
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THE POWER TOOL
For illustrations and definitions of the
power tool parts see the chapter on
"Main Parts."
Warning!
Never modify this power tool in any way,
since this may increase the risk of personal injury. Only attachments supplied
by STIHL or expressly approved by
STIHL for use with the specific STIHL
model are authorized. Although certain
unauthorized attachments are useable
with STIHL power tools, their use may,
in fact, be extremely dangerous.
If your power tool is subjected to
unusually high loads for which it was not
designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall),
always check that it is in good condition
before continuing work – see also
"Before Starting Work." Make sure the
safety devices are working properly. Do
not continue operating your power tool if
it is damaged. In case of doubt, have the
machine checked by your STIHL
servicing dealer.
Battery
Warning!
Risk of fire, explosion
and/or burns, including
chemical burns. Do not
disassemble, crush,
heat above 212 °F
(100 °C), expose to fire
or incinerate. Never expose the battery
to microwaves or high pressures.
Do not place the battery on or near fires,
stoves or in other high-temperature
locations. Do not place the battery in
direct sunlight or store it inside a vehicle
in hot weather. Doing so may cause the
battery to generate heat, rupture or
ignite. Using the batteries in this manner
may also result in a loss of performance
and a shortened life expectancy.
In case of fire: Stay clear of any vapors
or gases generated, taking wind
direction into account. If possible without
danger, remove battery from the vicinity
of the fire. In principle, cooling the
battery or extinguishing the fire with
water is possible. It is preferable to
extinguish the fire with a multipurpose
dry chemical fire extinguisher. As for any
fire, evacuate the area and fight the fire
from a safe distance. Once the fire has
been extinguished, the area should be
monitored (fire watch) in case of a flareup, until the battery has cooled
sufficiently. Restrict access to the area
until completion of clean-up. Do not
touch the burnt battery or any spilled
liquids. Use inert absorbent to absorb
spilled liquids.
Use and store the battery only within a
temperature range from
14 °F (-10 °C) and no
more than 122 °F
(+ 50 °C). Protect the battery from direct sunlight.
Warning!
Use STIHL batteries only with STIHL
power tools and charge them only with
STIHL chargers. Replace battery with
STIHL AP battery only. Use only original
STIHL rechargeable batteries.
Charge the battery before use.
Protect from rain – do not
immerse in fluids.
Warning!
Do not open, drop, hit or damage battery. Never insert objects into the
battery's cooling slots, since they may
damage the battery. The battery contains safety features and devices which,
if damaged, may cause the battery to
generate heat, rupture or ignite. Never
use or charge a defective, damaged,
cracked or deformed battery.
Immediately discontinue use of the
battery if, while using, charging or
storing, it emits an unusual smell, feels
hot or appears abnormal in any other
way.
Warning!
Fluid may leak from the battery if it is
damaged or is not used properly – avoid
contact with the skin! Leaking battery
fluid can cause skin irritation and chemical burns. In the event of accidental
contact, immediately rinse thoroughly
with mild soap and water. If fluid gets
into your eye(s), do not rub your eye(s)
and rinse water over the open eye(s) for
15 minutes at least. Also seek medical
attention immediately.
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Warning!
Never bridge (short circuit) the battery
terminals with metallic objects, since
this may damage the battery and possibly cause a fire. Keep a battery that is
not in use away from metal objects (e.g.
nails, coins, jewelry). Do not use metal
containers for transporting batteries.
Store the battery out of reach of children
in a cool and dry area away from direct
sunlight and excess heat or cold (14 °F
– 122 °F (-10 °C – +50 °C)).
Charger
Use only original STIHL chargers.
Use only for charging matching STIHL
type AP batteries with a maximum
capacity of 10 Ah and a maximum
voltage of 42 V.
Never charge defective, leaking or
deformed batteries.
Connect the charger only to a power
supply with the voltage and frequency
specified on the rating plate. Always
connect the charger to a properly
installed wall outlet.
Never use a charger with damaged
housing, damaged power supply cord or
damaged plug. Do not operate the
charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped or otherwise damaged in
any way.
Do not open or dissassemble charger –
no user serviceable parts inside.
Store charger out of the reach of
children.
Protect the charger from
rain and dampness. Keep
charger dry.
Use and store charger
only indoors in dry rooms.
Operate charger at temperatures
between 41 °F (5 °C) and 104 °F
(40 °C).
Allow the charger to cool down normally
– do not cover it.
Never bridge the contacts of the charger
with metallic objects (e.g. nails, coins,
jewelry) – short circuit. The charger may
be damaged by a short circuit.
In the event of smoke or fire in the
charger, disconnect it from outlet
immediately.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of electric shock or
short circuit, do not insert any objects
into the charger's cooling slots.
Warning!
The charger heats up during the charging process. Do not operate on an easily
combustible surface (e.g. paper, texiles)
or in an easily combustible environment
– risk of fire.
Warning!
Do not operate in a hazardous location,
i.e. in a location where there are combustible liquids (fumes), vapors or
dusts. Chargers can produce sparks,
which may ignite the dust or vapors –
risk of explosion.
Check the charger's
power supply cord and
plug regularly for damage. If the power supply
cord or plug is damaged,
immediately disconnect
the plug from the wall
outlet to avoid the risk of
electric shock.
Never jerk the power supply cord to
disconnect it from the wall outlet. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Have a damaged power supply cord
repaired by an experienced electrician.
Do not use the power supply cord for
any other purpose, e.g. for carrying or
hanging up the charger.
Never use power supply cords that do
not comply with regulations.
Make sure the power supply cord is
located and/or marked so that it will not
be stepped on, tripped over, come in
contact with sharp edges or moving
parts or otherwise be subjected to
damage or stress.
An extension cord should not be used
unless absolutely necessary. If an
extension cord must be used, plug the
charger into a properly wired 16 gauge
(AWG 16) or heavier gauge extension
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cord with blades that are the same
number, size and shapes as the blades
on the charger.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Always connect the unit to a
properly installed wall outlet.
– Make sure the insulation of the
power supply cord and plug is in
good condition.
Unplug the power supply cord from the
outlet when charger is not in use.
Never store the battery in the charger.
THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL
Transporting the Unit
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from blade
contact, never carry or transport your
power tool with the cutting blades
moving.
Warning!
Always switch off the power tool, move
retaining latch to ƒ, remove the battery
and fit the scabbard over the cutting
blades – even when you carry the unit
for short distances. When transporting it
in a vehicle, properly secure the power
tool to prevent turnover and damage.
Remove the battery from
the power tool. This
avoids the risk of the
motor starting
unintentionally.
Carry the power tool by the handle –
cutting blades behind you.
Before Starting Work
Warning!
Always check your power tool for proper
condition and operation before starting,
particularly the trigger switch, trigger
switch lockout, switch lever and retaining latch. The trigger switch, trigger
switch lockout and switch lever must
move freely and always spring back to
the idle position (retaining latch on ‚).
Never attempt to modify the controls or
safety devices.
Your power tool is equipped with a
system designed to quickly stop the
cutting blades – they come to an
immediate standstill as soon as you
release the trigger switch and/or the
switch lever on the loop handle.
Warning!
Check this function at regular short
intervals. To reduce the risk of injury, do
not operate your power tool if the cutting
blades continue to run. Contact your
servicing dealer.
Warning!
Never use a power tool that is damaged
or not properly maintained.
Keep the handles clean and dry at all
times; it is particularly important to keep
them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease
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or resin in order for you to maintain a firm
grip and properly control your power
tool.
Warning!
The cutting blades must be properly
tightened and in safe operating condition. Inspect for loose parts (nuts,
screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent,
warped or damaged blades. Regularly
check the condition and tightness of the
cutting blades – with the motor stopped,
retaining latch on ƒ and battery
removed! Replace damaged cutting
blades before using the power tool.
Always keep blades sharp.
STIHL recommends that you always
spray the cutting blades with STIHL
resin solvent before starting work – with
the motor stopped, retaining latch on ƒ
and battery removed! You can obtain
this protective spray from your dealer.
Apply generously.
Check contacts in battery compartment
for foreign matter. Keep clean.
Fit the battery correctly – it must engage
audibly.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of your instruction
manual.
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Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from blade
contact, be absolutely sure that the cutting blades are clear of you and all other
obstructions and objects, including the
ground.
Warning!
Your power tool is a one-person
machine. Do not allow other persons in
the general work area, even when
starting.
During Operation
Holding and Controlling the Power
Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles while you are
working. Wrap your fingers and thumbs
around the handles.
Right-Handers
Right hand on the control handle and left
hand on the loop handle.
Left-Handers
Left hand on the control handle and right
hand on the loop handle.
Make sure you have firm and secure
footing and hold the unit so that the
cutting blades are always away from
your body.
Warning!
Never attempt to operate
your power tool with one
hand. Loss of control of
the power tool resulting in
serious or fatal injury may
result. To reduce the risk
of cut injuries, keep hands and feet
away from the cutting blades. Never
touch moving cutting blades with your
hand or any other part of your body. Do
not touch the cutting blades while the
motor is running. If the cutting blades
become jammed by thick branches or
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other obstructions, switch off the motor
immediately, move retaining latch to ƒ
and remove the battery before attempting to free the blades.
Warning!
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Special care
must be taken in slippery conditions
(wet ground, snow) and in difficult, overgrown terrain. Watch for hidden
obstacles such as tree stumps, roots
and ditches to avoid stumbling. For bet-
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ter footing, clear away fallen branches,
scrub and cuttings. Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or uneven
ground.
Working Conditions
Operate your power tool only under
good visibility and daylight conditions
only. Work carefully.
Do not cut any material other than
hedges or similar soft vegetation. Do not
cut stems greater than 17 mm (0.7 inch)
thick.
Warning!
If the vegetation being cut or the surrounding ground is coated with a
chemical substance (such as an active
pesticide or herbicide), read and follow
the instructions and warnings that
accompanied the substance at issue.
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Warning!
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
and other airborne contaminants, in particular those with a smaller particle size,
may cause respiratory or other illnesses. Control dust at the source
where possible. Use good work practices, such as operating the unit so that
the wind or operating process directs
any dust raised by the power tool away
from the operator. Follow the recommendations of EPA / OSHA / NIOSH
and occupational and trade associations with respect to dust ("particulate
matter.") When the inhalation of dust
cannot be substantially controlled, i.e.,
kept at or near the ambient (background) level, the operator and any
bystanders should wear a respirator
approved by NIOSH / MSHA for the type
of dust encountered.
If the hedge is very dusty or dirty, spray
the blades with STIHL resin solvent from
time to time during cutting. This helps
reduce blade friction as well as the
aggressive effects of sap and the buildup of dirt particles.
Operating Instructions
Warning!
In the event of an emergency, switch off
the motor immediately, move retaining
latch to ƒ and remove the battery.
Warning!
Before you start work, examine the
hedge area for stones, fence wire, metal
or other solid objects which could damage the cutting blades.
Take particular care when cutting
hedges next to or against 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.
Striking solid foreign objects such as
stones, fence wire or metal could
damage the cutting attachment and may
cause blades to crack, chip or break.
STIHL does not recommend the use of
your power tool when cutting in areas
where the blades could contact such
objects.
Warning!
Observe the cutting blades at all times –
do not cut any areas of the hedge that
you cannot see. When cutting the top of
a taller hedge, check the other side of
the hedge frequently for bystanders,
animals and obstructions. Do not damage the property of other persons
Danger!
Do not rely on the tool’s
insulation against electric
shock. To reduce the risk
of electrocution, never
operate this power tool in
the vicinity of any wires or
cables (power, etc.) which may be carrying electric current.
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Check the cutting blades at regular short
intervals during operation, or
immediately if there is a noticeable
change in cutting behavior:
– Switch off the motor.
– Move retaining latch to ƒ.
– Remove the battery.
– Check condition and tightness, look
for cracks.
– Check sharpness.
– Replace damaged or dull cutting
blades immediately, even if they
have only superficial cracks.
The drive motor is not
waterproof. Never work
with the power tool in the
rain or in wet or very
damp locations.
Do not leave the machine outdoors in
the rain.
Your power tool is equipped with a
system designed to quickly stop the
cutting blades – they come to an
immediate standstill as soon as you
release the trigger switch and/or the
switch lever on the loop handle.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control, never work on a ladder, in a tree
or any other insecure support. Never
hold the machine above shoulder
height.
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Be particularly alert and cautious when
wearing hearing protection because
your ability to hear warnings (shouts,
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of fire, always clean
plant residue, chips, leaves and excess
lubricant off the motor.
After Finishing Work
Always clean dust and dirt off the power
tool – do not use any grease solvents for
this purpose.
Spray the blades with STIHL resin
solvent. Run the motor briefly so that the
solvent is evenly distributed.
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
STORING
If you make a warranty claim for a
component which has not been
serviced or maintained properly or if
nonapproved replacement parts were
used, STIHL may deny coverage.
Warning!
Use only identical STIHL replacement
parts for maintenance and repair. Use of
non-STIHL parts may cause serious or
fatal injury.
Strictly follow the maintenance and
repair instructions in the appropriate
section of your instruction manual.
Please also refer to the maintenance
chart in this manual.
Always move retaining
latch to ƒ and remove
the battery from the
power tool before carrying out any repairs or
maintenance work, such
as replacing the cutting
blades. This avoids the
risk of the motor starting
unintentionally.
Warning!
Always switch off the motor, move
retaining latch to ƒ, remove the battery
and make sure that the cutting tool is
stopped before doing any maintenance
or repair work or cleaning the power
tool. Do not attempt any maintenance or
repair work not described in your
instruction manual. Have such work performed by your STIHL servicing dealer
only.
Wear gloves when handling or
performing maintenance on the blades.
Warning!
Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. This may cause parts
of the cutting blades to come off and
result in serious or fatal injuries.
Keep the cutting blades sharp. Tighten
all nuts, bolts and screws after each use.
Regularly check the electrical contacts
and ensure that the insulation of the
power cord and plug of the charger is in
good condition and shows no sign of
ageing (brittleness).
Electrical components, e.g. power cord
of charger, may only be repaired or
replaced by a qualified electrician.
Clean plastic components with a cloth.
Do not use aggressive detergents. They
may damage the plastic.
Do not spray the machine with water.
Do not clean your machine with a
pressure washer. The solid jet of water
may damage parts of the machine.
Clean cooling air inlets in motor housing
as necessary.
Keep the battery guides free from
foreign matter – clean as necessary.
Store the power tool in a dry, locked
location with the retaining latch on ƒ,
the battery removed and out of reach of
children.
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Description of Operation Using the Unit
The power tool is operated with a
rechargeable battery. Use only STIHL
chargers to recharge the battery.
Packing list
– Power tool
– Rechargeable battery
– Charger
– Instruction manual
The packing list may vary according to
the market and model.
Data exchange
The power tool, battery and charger
communicate with each other. The
charger charges the battery and the
battery supplies the necessary power
only if data exchange functions properly.
For this reason you should operate your
power tool only with the approved STIHL
batteries and STIHL chargers.
Cutting Season
Observe country-specific or municipal
rules and regulations for cutting hedges.
N Do not use your power tool during
other people's rest periods.
Cutting Sequence
N Use lopping shears or a chain saw
to cut out thick branches first.
N Cut both sides of the hedge first,
then the top.
Recommendation: Only cut hedges that
are no more than chest height.
Disposal
N Do not throw cuttings into the
garbage can – they can be
composted!
Working Techniques
Vertical cut
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Swing the cutting blade from the bottom
upwards in an arc – lower the nose of the
blade, move along the hedge and then
swing the blade up again in an arc.
Any working position above head height
is tiring. To minimize the risk of
accidents, work in such positions for
short periods only.
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Horizontal cut
Hold the cutting blade at an angle of 0°
to 10° as you swing the hedge trimmer
horizontally, using both sides of the
blade.
Swing the cutting blade in an arc
towards the outside of the hedge so that
the cuttings are swept to the ground.
Connecting Charger to
Power Supply
Mains voltage and operating voltage
must be the same.
N Insert the mains plug (1) in the wall
outlet (2).
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A self test is performed after the charger
is connected to the power supply. During
this process the light emitting diode (1)
on the charger lights up green for about
1 second, then red and goes off again.
Charging the Battery
The battery is given a charge of about
30% before leaving the factory.
It must be fully charged before you use
the power tool for the first time.
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1
N Connect the charger to the power
supply – mains voltage and
operating voltage of the charger
must be the same – see
"Connecting Charger to Power
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Supply".
Operate the charger only in enclosed
and dry rooms at ambient temperatures
between 41°F (5°C) and 104°F (40°C).
2
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N Push the battery (1) into the
charger (2) until you feel noticeable
resistance – then push it as far as
stop.
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Repeat the procedure several times on
wide hedges.
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The light emitting diode (3) on the
charger comes on when the battery is
inserted – see "Light Emitting Diodes
(LED) on Charger"
Charging begins as soon as the light
emitting diodes (4) on the battery light
up green – see "Light Emitting Diodes
(LED) on Battery".
The charge time is dependent on a
number of factors, including battery
condition, ambient temperature, etc.,
and may therefore vary from the charge
time in the "Specifications".
The battery becomes hot during
operation. If a hot battery is inserted in
the charger, it may be necessary to cool
it down before charging. The charging
process begins only after the battery has
cooled down. The time required for
cooling may prolong the charge time.
The battery and charger become warm
during the charging process.
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AL 100 charger
This charger waits for the battery to cool
down before starting the charging
process. The battery is cooled by the
flow of air in the room.
End of charge
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The charger switches itself off
automatically when the battery is fully
charged:
– Light emitting diodes on the battery
go off
– The light emitting diode on the
charger goes off
– The charger's fan is switched off (if
charger is so equipped)
Remove the charged battery from the
charger.
Light Emitting Diodes
(LED) on Battery
Four light emitting diodes show the
battery's state of charge and any
problems that occur on the battery or
power tool.
1
N Press button (1) to activate the
display – the display goes off
automatically after 5 seconds.
The light emitting diodes can light up or
flash green or red.
Light emitting diode lights up
green.
Light emitting diode flashes
green.
Light emitting diode lights up
red.
Light emitting diode flashes red.
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AL 300 charger
This charger is equipped with a battery
cooling fan. which is audible when it is
running.
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During Charging Process
The light emitting diodes light up or flash
continuously to indicate the progress of
charge.
During charging the capacity that is
currently being charged is indicated by a
green flashing light emitting diode.
0 - 20 %
20 - 40 %
40 - 60 %
60 - 80 %
80 - 100 %
When the charging process is
completed, the light emitting diodes on
the battery go off automatically.
If the light emitting diodes on the battery
flash or light up red – see "If the red light
emitting diodes light up/flash
continuously".
During Operation
The green light emitting diodes light up
or flash continuously to indicate the state
of charge.
80 - 100 %
60 - 80 %
40 - 60 %
20 - 40 %
0 - 20 %
If the light emitting diodes on the battery
flash or light up red – see "If the red light
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emitting diodes light up/flash
continuously".
If the red light emitting diodes light
up / flash continuously
1 light emitting diode
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lights up red:
4 light emitting diodes
Battery is too
1) 2)
hot
Battery faulty
flash red:
3 light emitting diodes
light up red:
Power tool is too
hot – allow it to
cool down.
3 light emitting diodes
flash red:
Power tool
faulty – have
checked by
servicing
dealer
1)
During charging process: Charging
process starts automatically after
the battery has cooled down /
warmed up.
/cold
4)
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1)
3)
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2)
During operation: Power tool cuts
out – allow battery to cool down; it
may be necessary to take the
battery out of the power tool for this
purpose.
3)
Battery is faulty and must be
replaced.
4)
STIHL recommends a STIHL
servicing dealer.
Light Emitting Diodes
(LED) on Charger
1
The light emitting diode lights up green
or flashes red.
Green continuous light ...
... means the following:
The battery
– is being charged
– is too hot and must cool down
before it is charged
See also "Light Emitting Diodes (LED)
on Battery".
The green light emitting diode on the
charger goes off as soon as the battery
is fully charged.
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– No electrical contact between
battery and charger – remove and
refit the battery
– Faulty battery – see also "Light
Emitting Diodes (LED) on Battery".
– Charger faulty – have checked by a
servicing dealer. STIHL
recommends a STIHL servicing
dealer.
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Red flasing light ...
... means the following:
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Switching On
The battery is given a charge of about
30% before leaving the factory.
It must be fully charged before you use
the power tool for the first time.
Fitting the rechargeable battery
1
N Insert the battery (1) in the power
tool – the battery slides into the
compartment – press it down
carefully until it snaps into position –
the battery must be flush with the
top of the housing.
Switching On
N Make sure you have a secure and
balanced footing.
N Stand upright – hold the power tool
in a relaxed position.
N Make sure the cutting attachment is
not touching the ground or any other
objects.
N Hold the unit with both hands – one
hand on the control handle – one
hand on the loop handle.
2
N Unlock the power tool by moving the
retaining latch (2) to ‚.
4
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N Push the switch lever (3) against
N Push down the trigger switch
The motor runs only if the retaining
latch (2) is on ‚ and the switch
lever (3), trigger switch lockout (4) and
trigger switch (5) are operated
simultaneously.
Trigger switch
Motor speed is controlled with the trigger
switch. Depress the trigger switch to
accelerate the motor.
5
the loop handle and hold it there.
lockout (4) and depress the trigger
switch (5) and hold them in that
position.
3
Switching Off
1
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N Release the switch lever (1) and the
trigger switch (2).
3
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4
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N Move the retaining latch (3) to ƒ –
the trigger switch (4) cannot be
operated – the power tool is locked
to prevent start-up.
Always remove the battery from the
power tool during work breaks and after
finishing work.
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