Stihl SHA 56 Instruction Manual [en, es]
STIHL SHA 56
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
WARNING
Read Instruction Manual thoroughly before use and
follow all safety precautions – improper use can cause
serious or fatal injury.
ADVERTENCIA
Antes de usar la máquina lea y siga todas las precauciones
de seguridad dadas en el manual de instrucciones – el uso
incorrecto puede causar lesiones graves o mortales.
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Contents
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1 Introduction
2 Guide to Using this Manual
2.1 Signal Words
2.2 Symbols in Text
3 Main Parts
3.1 Shredder Vac and Battery
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4 Safety Symbols on the Products
4.1 Shredder Vac and Battery
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5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Intended Use
5.3 Operator
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5.4 Personal Protective Equipment
5.5 Shredder Vac
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5.6 Using the Shredder Vac
6 Battery Safety
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6.1 Warnings and Instructions
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7 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
7.1 Warnings and Instructions
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8 General Warnings and Instructions
8.1 General Safety Warnings and Instructions for
Battery-Powered Products
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
9 Before Starting Work
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9.1 Preparing the Shredder Vac for Operation
10 Charging the Battery
10.1 Setting up the Charger
10.2 Charging
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10.3 Mounting the Charger on a Wall
11 LED Diagnostics
11.1 LEDs on the Battery
12 Assembling the Shredder Vac
12.1 Mounting the Nozzle
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12.2 Mounting and Removing the Suction Tube
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12.3 Mounting and Removing the Catcher Bag
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13 Inserting and Removing the Battery
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13.1 Inserting the Battery
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13.2 Removing the Battery
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14 Switching the Shredder Vac On and Off
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14.1 Switching On
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14.2 Switching Off
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15 Checking
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15.1 Testing the Controls
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15.2 Checking Wear Mark
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16 During Operation
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16.1 Putting on and Adjusting the Shoulder Strap
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16.2 Using the Shredder Vac
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16.3 Empty the Catcher Bag
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17 Converting to Blower Mode
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17.1 Mounting the SuctionTube and Catcher Bag
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17.2 Turning the Control Handle
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17.3 Mounting and Removing the Blower Tube and
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17.4 Using the Unit in Blower Mode
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18 Converting to Shredder Vac Mode
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18.1 Converting the Blower to a Shredder Vac
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19 After Finishing Work
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19.1 Preparing for Transportation or Storage
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20 Transporting the Shredder Vac and Battery
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20.1 Shredder Vac
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20.2 Blower Mode
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20.3 Battery
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21 Storing the Shredder Vac and Battery
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21.1 Shredder Vac
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22 Cleaning
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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
22.1 Cleaning the Shredder Vac and Battery
23 Inspection and Maintenance
23.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Shredder Vac
24 Troubleshooting Guide
24.1 Shredder Vac and Battery
25 Specifications
25.1 STIHL SHA 56
25.2 Symbols on the Shredder Vac and Battery
25.3 Engineering Improvements
25.4 FCC 15 Compliance Statement
26 Replacement Parts and Equipment
26.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts
27 Disposal
27.1 Disposal of the Power Tool
27.2 Battery Recycling
28 Limited Warranty
28.1 STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy
29 Trademarks
29.1 Registered Trademarks
29.2 Common Law Trademarks
30 Addresses
30.1 STIHL Incorporated
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1 Introduction
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Thank you for your purchase. The information contained in
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this manual will help you receive maximum performance and
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satisfaction from your shredder vac and, if followed, reduce
the risk of injury from its use.
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Have your authorized STIHL servicing dealer show you how
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to operate your power tool.
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Do not lend or rent the shredder vac without this instruction
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manual. Allow only persons who fully understand the
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information in this manual to operate the shredder vac.
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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
www.stihlusa.com (for Canada: www.stihl.ca) or contact
your authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
Because a shredder vac is a high-speed batterypowered tool, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before
use and periodically thereafter. Follow all safety
precautions. Careless or improper use of the
shredder vac can cause serious or fatal injury.
2 Guide to Using this Manual
2.1 Signal Words
This manual contains safety information that requires your
special attention. Such information is introduced with the
following symbols and signal words:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
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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 Shredder Vac and Battery
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1 Battery Compartment
Holds the battery.
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4 Safety Symbols on the Products
2 Locking Lever
Secures the battery in the battery compartment.
3 Loop Handle
Handle for the operator's front hand.
4 Intake Screen
Covers the air intake opening and reduces risk of contact
with the blower fan.
5 Suction Tube
Directs the vacuum debris into the shredder.
6 Nozzle
Directs the vacuum debris to the suction tube.
7 Catcher Bag
Collects the vacuum debris.
8 Shoulder Strap
Helps to support the shredder vac when working.
9 Handle Locking Lever
Clamps the control handle in position.
10 Control Handle
The vacuum shredder's handle.
11 Ergo-Lever
Holds the retaining latch in the unlocked position.
12 Retaining Latch
Locks/unlocks the trigger switch.
13 Trigger Switch
Switches the motor on and off.
14 Blower Tube
Directs the airstream.
15 Nozzle
Directs and concentrates the airstream.
16 Battery
Supplies electrical power to the motor.
17 Battery LEDs
Indicate the battery's state of charge and display error
messages regarding potential malfunctions in the battery
or power tool.
18 Push Button
Activates the battery's LEDs.
# Rating Plate
Contains electrical information and the product's serial
number.
4 Safety Symbols on the Products
4.1 Shredder Vac and Battery
The following safety symbols are found on the shredder vac
and/or battery:
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
instruction manual. Improper use can lead to
serious or fatal personal injury or property
damage.
To reduce the risk of eye injury, always wear
proper eye protection, @ 5.4.
To reduce the risk of personal injury from thrown
objects, inspect the work area and remove
stones, glass, pieces of metal and other objects
that could be thrown by the shredder vac,
@ 5.6.5.
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To reduce the risk of personal injury, keep hair
and loose-fitting clothing away from the air
intake, @ 5.4.
To reduce the risk of injury or property damage
from unintended activation, remove the battery
any time the shredder vac is not in use, @ 8.1.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
expose the shredder vac to rain, water or
excessive moisture. Store it indoors. If it is
exposed to rain or very damp conditions, take it
to your authorized STIHL servicing dealer before
further operation, @ 16.2.
To reduce the risk of personal injury
from high velocity air flow and blown
objects, keep bystanders at least 50 ft.
(15 m) away, @ 5.6.5.
Do not touch the moving parts in the blower fan.
If the suction tube and nozzle are not mounted:
Close the intake screen.
Use the shredder vac only with a
properly mounted suction tube, nozzle
and catcher bag.
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, @ 6.1.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from fire, use and store the battery only
within an ambient temperature range of 14 °F to
122 °F (- 10 °C to 50 °C), @ 6.1.
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INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 Introduction
When using an electric shredder vac, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE
SHREDDER VAC!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock or other
personal injury, read and follow the important safety
instructions in this chapter. Additional important warnings
and instructions are provided in subsequent chapters of
this manual.
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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,
@ 6.1.
5.2 Intended Use
WARNING
￭ This shredder vac is used to vacuum materials such as
leaves, grass clippings and similar swept material and to
blow leaves, grass, paper and similar lightweight material
from yards, gardens, sidewalks, driveways, decks, patios
and comparable surfaces in the manner and in the
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conditions described in this manual. Use of the vacuum
shredder for operations different than intended could
result in serious injury or death.
– Never vacuum sharp or pointed objects such as
glass, metal wires, staples, nails or other objects
that could be thrown through the fabric of the catcher
bag.
￭ Improper use could result in personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the shredder vac.
– Use the shredder vac and battery only as described
in this manual.
– Never attempt to modify or override the shredder
vac's controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use a shredder vac that has been modified or
altered from its original design.
￭ The STIHL AK series battery is designed for use only with
compatible STIHL power tools.
5.3 Operator
WARNING
￭ Working with the shredder vac 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 shredder
vac if you have any health condition that may be
aggravated by strenuous work.
– Do not operate the shredder vac 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 shredder vac when you
are tired. Take a break if you become tired.
– Do not permit minors to use the shredder vac.
￭ According to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric
motor of this shredder vac 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
this shredder vac.
5.4 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 injuries may result if hair,
clothing or apparel are drawn into the air intake or
otherwise become entangled in the components of the
shredder vac. To reduce the risk of severe personal injury:
– 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
drawn into the air intake.
– 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.
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￭ 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
blower fan.
5.5 Shredder Vac
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Do not expose the shredder vac to rain,
water or excessive moisture.
– Never immerse the shredder vac in water
or other liquids.
– Store the shredder vac indoors.
￭ This battery-powered shredder vac is intended only for
light-duty garden and landscape maintenance around the
home. Use for other purposes may increase the risk of
personal injury and property damage.
– Read and follow the operating instructions in this
manual for approved applications, @ 16.
￭ 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 shredder vac, and any other
time it is not in use.
￭ Although certain unauthorized attachments may fit STIHL
shredder vacs, 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 this shredder vac in any way.
– Never attempt to modify or override the shredder
vac's controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use a shredder vac that has been modified or
altered from its original design.
– Do not put any object into the openings of the
shredder vac.
– Do not use the shredder vac with any openings
blocked.
– Keep the shredder vac free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that might reduce air flow.
￭ If the shredder vac is dropped or subjected to similar
heavy impacts:
– Check that it is undamaged, in good condition and
functioning properly before continuing work.
– Check that the controls and safety devices are
working properly.
– Check the LEDs for error messages, @ 11.1.2.
– 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
shredder vac or battery. In case of doubt, have the
shredder vac and battery checked by your
authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
￭ If the shredder vac or battery is damaged, not working
properly, has been left outdoors, exposed to rain or damp
conditions or dropped into water or other liquid, its
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components may no longer function properly and safety
devices may be inoperative. To reduce the risk of personal
injury and property damage:
– Take the shredder vac and battery to your
authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be checked
before further operation.
￭ Genuine STIHL replacement parts are specifically
designed to match your shredder vac 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 replacement
parts be used.
5.6 Using the Shredder Vac
5.6.1 Before Operation
WARNING
￭ Misuse or unauthorized use may result in personal injury
and property damage.
– Use the shredder vac only as described in this
instruction manual.
￭ Using a shredder vac that is modified, damaged,
improperly adjusted or maintained, or not completely and
securely assembled can increase the risk of serious
personal injury.
– Never operate a shredder vac that is modified,
damaged, improperly maintained or not completely
and securely assembled.
– Always check your shredder vac for proper condition
and operation before starting work, particularly the
retaining latch, Ergo-Lever and trigger switch.
– Ensure that the retaining latch, Ergo-Lever and
trigger switch move freely and spring back into place
when released. The trigger switch must not engage
until the retaining latch is unlocked.
– Never attempt to modify or override the controls or
safety devices in any way.
– If your shredder vac or any part is damaged or does
not function properly, take it to your authorized
STIHL servicing dealer. Do not use the shredder vac
until the problem has been corrected.
￭ Before inserting the battery:
– Check the electrical contacts in the battery
compartment for corrosion or other foreign matter
and keep clean.
– Never insert or use a malfunctioning, damaged,
cracked, leaking or deformed battery.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
shredder vac, @ 14.1.
￭ To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury 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 shredder vac 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 shredder vac, and any other
time it is not in use.
– Never leave the shredder vac unattended when the
battery is inserted.
– Never store the battery in the shredder vac.
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5.6.2 Holding and Controlling the Shredder Vac
WARNING
￭ To maintain a firm grip and properly control your shredder
vac:
– 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 shredder vac firmly with both hands
when you are working.
– Wrap your fingers tightly around the handles,
keeping the handle cradled between your thumb and
forefinger (see illustration).
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal 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.
– Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or
uneven ground.
– Use extra care when working on stairs.
– For better footing, always clear away fallen
branches, scrub, cuttings and other material, objects
or vegetation that can increase the danger of
slipping, tripping or falling.
– Never operate the shredder vac above shoulder
height.
– Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
5.6.3 Holding and Controlling the Unit in Blower Mode
WARNING
￭ To maintain a firm grip and properly control the unit while
using it as a blower:
– 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 blower firmly with one hand when
you are working in blower mode.
– Wrap your fingers tightly around the handle, keeping
the handle cradled between your thumb and
forefinger (see illustration).
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￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal 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.
– Use extra care when working on stairs.
– For better footing, always clear away fallen
branches, scrub, cuttings and other material, objects
or vegetation that can increase the danger of
slipping, tripping or falling.
– Never operate above shoulder height.
– Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
5.6.4 Working Conditions
WARNING
￭ Operate your shredder vac only under good visibility
during favorable daylight conditions.
– Postpone the work if the weather is windy, foggy,
rainy or inclement.
￭ Your shredder vac is a one-person machine.
– Bystanders, especially children, and animals should
not be allowed in the area where it is in use.
– Switch off the shredder vac immediately if you are
approached.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and
unauthorized users:
– Never leave the shredder vac unattended when the
battery is inserted.
– Switch off the shredder vac and remove the battery
during work breaks and any other time the shredder
vac is not in use.
￭ Operating the shredder vac in certain dry, dusty
conditions may cause static electricity to build up in the
blower tube, nozzle and housing. This static electricity
may discharge suddenly with a spark. To reduce the risk
of personal injury following static discharge:
– Never operate the shredder vac in a location where
combustible gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or other
combustible materials and substances are present.
￭ Sparks generated from operation of the shredder vac 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 shredder vac 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 this shredder vac can generate dust and other
substances containing chemicals known to cause
respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.
– Consult governmental agencies such as EPA,
OSHA, CARB and NIOSH and other authoritative
sources on hazardous materials if you are unfamiliar
with the risks associated with the particular
substances 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
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inhalation of dust or other airborne contaminants,
especially those with a smaller particle size, may cause
respiratory or other illnesses.
– Control dust at the source where possible.
– To the extent possible, operate the shredder vac so
that the wind or operating process directs any dust,
mist or other particulate matter raised by the
shredder vac 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 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.
5.6.5 Operating Instructions
WARNING
￭ In the event of an emergency:
– Switch off the motor immediately and remove the
battery.
￭ The blower fan between the air intake and output opening
rotates whenever the motor is running. To reduce the risk
of injury from contact with the blower fan:
– Never operate the shredder vac with a missing,
cracked or worn intake screen or housing.
– Never operate the shredder vac
without a properly mounted
suction tube, nozzle and catcher
bag.
– Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all
parts of the body away from openings
and moving parts of the shredder vac.
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objects at high speed. To reduce the risk of eye or other
serious personal injuries to bystanders from blown
objects:
– Inspect the work area. Remove stones,
glass, pieces of metal or other objects
that could be thrown by the shredder vac,
damage the shredder vac or cause
damage to property (e.g., parked
vehicles, windows).
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– Never direct the air flow toward bystanders or pets.
– Do not allow the shredder vac to be used as a toy.
– Switch off the shredder vac immediately if you are
approached.
– Close the zipper on the catcher bag completely.
￭ A missing, cracked or worn intake screen or housing may
result in an increased risk of injury from thrown objects.
– Never operate a shredder vac that has a missing,
cracked or worn intake screen or housing.
￭ Inserting any foreign object into the air intake or nozzle
may result in property damage, including damage to the
shredder vac itself, and serious injury to the operator or
bystanders as a result of the object or broken parts being
blown at high speed.
– Never insert any objects into the nozzle or air intake
of the shredder vac.
– Immediately switch off the shredder vac if it starts to
vibrate abnormally.
￭ Using the shredder vac to spread herbicides, pesticides,
fertilizers or other chemical substances can be dangerous
and may cause serious or fatal injury to persons and
damage to the environment.
– Never use the shredder vac to disperse or spread
chemicals of any kind.
– Keep bystanders and pets at
least 50 ft. (15 m) away when
the shredder vac is running.
6 Battery Safety
6.1 Warnings and Instructions
WARNING
￭ Use of unauthorized batteries can damage the shredder
vac and result in fire, explosion and personal injury and
property damage.
– Use only genuine STIHL AK series batteries.
￭ Use of STIHL AK series batteries for any purpose other
than powering STIHL power tools could be extremely
dangerous.
– Use STIHL AK 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 genuine STIHL AL 101, AL 300 or AL 500
series chargers to charge STIHL AK 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.
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￭ Extreme temperatures may cause the battery to generate
heat, rupture, leak, ignite or explode, resulting in severe or
fatal personal injury and property damage. Exposure to
temperatures outside the recommended temperature
range may also reduce battery life and performance.
– Use and store the battery only within an
ambient temperature range of 14 °F to
122 °F (-10 °C to 50 °C).
– Never store the battery in direct sunlight
or inside a vehicle in hot weather.
￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage
in the event the battery emits smoke, an unusual smell or
feels unusually hot while using, charging or storing:
– Immediately discontinue using or charging the
battery. Contact the authorities in the event of fire or
explosion.
￭ To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to
electric shock, fire and explosion:
– Keep 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 shredder vac.
– Protect the battery from exposure to corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
– Protect the battery from exposure to conductive
liquids such as salt water.
– Do not attempt to repair, open or disassemble the
battery. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
￭ Leaking battery fluid is potentially harmful and can cause
skin and eye irritation, chemical burns and other serious
personal injury.
– Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
– Use an inert absorbent such as sand on spilled
battery fluid.
– In the event of accidental contact, immediately rinse
the contact area thoroughly with mild soap and
water.
– If fluid gets into your eye(s): Do not rub. Rinse water
over the open eye(s) for at least 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
￭ A battery fire can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of
severe personal injury and property damage in the event
of fire:
– Evacuate the area. Fire can spread rapidly. Stay
clear of any vapors generated and maintain a safe
distance.
– Contact the fire department.
– Although water can be used to put out a battery fire,
use of a multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher
is preferable.
– Consult the fire department regarding proper
disposal of a burned battery.
￭ Dropping the battery could result in personal injury or
property damage. To prevent the battery from falling
during removal:
– Place the shredder vac on a level surface.
– Position your hand behind the battery while pressing
the locking lever. Use care when ejecting the
battery.
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7 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
7.1 Warnings and Instructions
WARNING
￭ There are no user-authorized repairs for the battery or
shredder vac. 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.
– Remove the battery before inspecting
the shredder vac or carrying out any
cleaning, maintenance or repair work,
before storing, and any other time the
shredder vac is not in use.
￭ 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 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 shredder vac and battery and an increased risk of
fire, electric shock and other personal injury or property
damage.
– Remove the battery from the shredder vac before
storing.
– Never store the shredder vac or charger with the
battery inserted.
– Store the shredder vac and battery indoors in a dry,
secure place that cannot be accessed by children or
other unauthorized users.
– Never store the battery in the shredder vac, in the
charger, in a metal container or in a container with
metal objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys).
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8.1 General Safety Warnings and Instructions for Battery-Powered Products
This section contains the general safety warnings and
instructions for battery-powered products contained in
UL 2595 / CSA C22.2 No. 0.23.
WARNING
￭ Read all safety warnings and instructions.
￭ Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire, explosion and/or serious injury or
property damage.
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￭ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the trigger switch is
in the off-position before inserting the battery, picking up
or carrying the shredder vac. Carrying the shredder vac
with your finger on the trigger switch or inserting the
battery with the trigger switch engaged increases the
likelihood of unintended starting and possible accidents.
￭ Remove the battery from the shredder vac before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
shredder vac accidentally.
￭ Recharge only with the charger specified by STIHL. A
charger that is suitable for one type of battery may create
a risk of fire when used with another battery.
￭ Use the shredder vac only with the specifically designated
batteries. Use of any other battery may create a risk of fire
or explosion and personal injury or property damage.
￭ When the battery is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails or other
small metal objects that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Do not store it in a metal container.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a fire or explosion.
￭ 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, chemical burns or respiratory illness from
inhalation.
￭ Do not use a battery or shredder vac that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion and risk
of injury or property damage.
￭ Do not expose a battery or the shredder vac to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperatures
above 212 °F (100 °C) may cause fire and explosion.
￭ Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery outside of the ambient temperature range
specified. Charging improperly or outside the specified
range may damage the battery and increase the risk of
fire.
￭ Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement parts.
￭ Do not modify or attempt to repair the shredder vac or the
battery pack. Follow the instructions for use and care.
9 Before Starting Work
9.1 Preparing the Shredder Vac for Operation
Before starting work:
► Fully charge the battery, @ 10.
► Mount the nozzle, @ 12.1.
► Mount the suction tube, @ 12.2.
► Mount the catcher bag, @ 12.3.
► Check the controls for proper function and condition,
@ 15.1.
10 Charging the Battery
10.1 Setting up the Charger
WARNING
Read and follow the safety precautions on the battery and
charger and the warnings and instructions in this manual,
@ 6.1, and the battery and charger's manual. To reduce the
risk of short circuit, which could lead to electric shock, fire
and explosion, make sure the charger and its components
are dry and not damaged; operate the charger indoors at an
appropriate ambient temperature.
WARNING
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 and substances are
present.
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To set up the charger:
► Insert the plug (3) into a properly installed electrical
outlet (4) matching the voltage and electrical frequency
stated on the rating plate on the charger.
The charger runs a self-test immediately after it is plugged
in. The charger LED (1) will glow green for about 1 second,
then it will glow red briefly before going out. Once the LED
goes out, the self-test is complete and the charger is ready
to charge the battery.
► Position the power supply cord (2) so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp
objects or moving parts or otherwise be subjected to
damage or stress.
10.2 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. For indoor use only. Keep
the charger dry. Protect it from rain, water, liquids and damp
conditions. Never insert a wet battery. Never use a wet
charger. Follow all product-specific warnings and
instructions accompanying your battery and charger.
To charge the battery:
► Push the battery (2) into the charger (3) until it stops.
The LED on the charger (4) glows green when the battery
is charging.
The LEDs (1) on the battery glow green and show the
state of charge.
When the LEDs on the battery turn off, the charging
process is complete and the charger will shut itself off. The
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 only indoors, in dry rooms and within an
ambient temperature range of 41 °F to 104 °F (5 °C to
40 °C).
The battery heats up during operation of the shredder vac. 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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10.3 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.
To mount the wall charger:
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► 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 (for AL 101) = 3.0 in. (75 mm)
– c (for AL 300 and AL 500) = 4.7 in. (120 mm)
– d = 0.2 in. (4.5 mm)
– e = 0.4 in. (9 mm)
– f = 0.1 in. (2.5 mm)
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11.1 LEDs on the Battery
11.1.1 Battery Status
Four LEDs show the status of the battery. These LEDs can
glow or flash green or red.
If one LED glo ws red conti nuously: 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
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11.1.2 Power Tool Status
The same LEDs on the battery will indicate the status of the
power tool.
If three LEDs glow red continuously: the power tool motor is
too hot. Allow the motor to cool down.
If three LEDs flash red when you activate the trigger switch:
the power tool has an electrical malfunction. Do not operate
the power tool. Have it checked by an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer before use or storage.
For troubleshooting information, @ 24.
11.1.3 Charge Status
The LEDs on the battery also show the battery's state of
charge.
malfunction and must be replaced. Do not
attempt to charge, use or store the battery.
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To determine the battery's state of charge:
► Press the button (1) on the battery.
The LEDs on the battery will glow or flash green for about
5 seconds and indicate the state of charge (see
illustration).
For example:
If four green LEDs glow continuously: full charge.
If one green LED is flashing: less than 20 % charge.
12 Assembling the Shredder Vac
12.1 Mounting the Nozzle
WARNING
Make sure the battery is removed before starting assembly.
Never operate your shredder vac without a properly
mounted suction tube and nozzle, @ 5.6.5. Use only
attachments supplied or expressly approved by STIHL,
@ 5.5.
To unpack:
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► Pull the blower tube (3) out of the suction tube (2).
► Pull the lower nozzle (4) out of the upper nozzle (1).
To mount the nozzle:
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► Align the holes on the suction tube (4) with the lugs on the
nozzle (5).
The arrows (3) should point to each other.
► Push the nozzle (1) onto the suction tube (2) until it stops.
The nozzle should lock in position.
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12.2 Mounting and Removing the Suction Tube
WARNING
Make sure the battery is removed before starting assembly.
Never operate your shredder vac without a properly
mounted shredder vac tube and nozzle, @ 5.6.5. Use only
attachments supplied or expressly approved by STIHL,
@ 5.5.
To mount the suction tube:
► Pull the locking lever (1) and open the intake screen.
► Completely open the intake screen (2).
To remove the suction tube:
► Hold the suction tube firmly with your hand and pull the
locking lever.
The shredder vac will unlock.
► Remove the suction tube from the blower housing.
► Close the intake screen.
The intake screen will engage with an audible click.
12.3 Mounting and Removing the Catcher Bag
WARNING
Make sure the battery is removed before starting assembly.
Never operate your shredder vac without a properly
mounted suction tube and nozzle, @ 5.6.5. Use only
attachments supplied or expressly approved by STIHL,
@ 5.5.
To mount the catcher bag:
► Close the zipper on the catcher bag.
► Align the guides on the shredder vac (4) with the
recesses (3) on the catcher bag (1)and push the catcher
bag over the opening (2).
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► Insert the suction tube (3) into the blower housing (4).
► Swing the suction tube into the blower housing.
The suction tube will engage with an audible click.
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► Hang the loop (5) over the retainer on the suction tube.
To remove the catcher bag:
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the
battery in the shredder vac, @ 21.2.
To insert the battery:
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► Unhook the loop (1).
► Press and hold the retaining latch (2).
► Pull off the catcher bag (3).
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13.1 Inserting the Battery
WARNING
Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or
deformed battery, @ 6.1. Use and store the battery only
within an ambient temperature range of 14 °F to 122 °F (- 10
°C to 50 °C), @ 6.1.
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► Place the shredder vac on a level surface.
► Insert the battery (1) into the battery compartment (2) until
you hear an audible click.
In this position, the arrows (3) on the battery are still
visible and the battery is locked in the battery
compartment. There is no electrical contact between the
battery and the shredder vac.
► To supply power to the shredder vac, push the battery into
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The battery is properly inserted when you hear a second
audible click and the battery is flush with the top of the
housing. In this position, there is electrical contact
between the battery and the shredder vac.
Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends
that you fully charge the battery before using it the first time,
@ 10.
13.2 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 shredder vac, and any other time it is not in use.
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WARNING
Use care when ejecting the battery to prevent it from falling
and causing personal injury or property damage.
To remove the battery:
► Release the trigger switch.
► Place the shredder vac on a level surface.
► Position your hand behind the battery.
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► Press down on the locking lever (1) to eject the battery (2)
from the battery compartment.
NOTICE
Avoid exposing the battery to excessive heat or prolonged
periods of direct sunlight. Use or storage outside the
recommended ambient temperature range can reduce the
performance and/or service life of the battery.
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Off
14.1 Switching On
WARNING
Never operate your shredder vac if it is modified, damaged,
improperly adjusted or maintained, not completely and
securely assembled or not functioning properly, @ 5.5. To
reduce the risk of personal injury, always wear proper
clothing and protective apparel, including proper eye
protection, when operating your shredder vac, @ 5.4.
Before switching on:
► Make sure other persons are out of the general work area.
► Make sure you have a secure and firm footing.
► Stand upright.
► Always hold and operate the shredder vac with one hand
firmly on the control handle and with the other hand firmly
on the loop handle.
To switch the shredder vac on:
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► Unlock the retaining latch (1) by pushing it forward with
your thumb. Hold it in this unlocked position.
► While holding the retaining latch, squeeze the trigger
switch (2) with your index finger.
The motor will not switch on unless the retaining latch is
pushed forward and the trigger switch is pressed at the
same time. Once the trigger switch is activated, you may
release the retaining latch. Holding the Ergo-Lever (3) down
keeps the trigger switch unlocked.
If you release the trigger switch and Ergo-Lever, you have to
unlock the tool again with the retaining latch.
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