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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.
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USING AND
KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR REFERENCE.
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Guide to Using this Manual
2.1
Applicable Documents
The local safety regulations apply.
► In addition to this User Manual, read, under-
stand and keep the following documents:
- User Manual for STIHL AR battery
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- User Manual for "AP belt bag with connect-
ing cable"
- Safety notices and precautions for
STIHL AP battery
- User manual for STIHL AL 101, 300, 500
chargers
- Safety information for STIHL batteries and
products with built-in battery:
www.stihl.com/safety-data-sheets
2.2
Symbols used with warnings in
the text
WARNING
■ This symbol indicates dangers that can cause
serious injuries or death.
► The measures indicated can avoid serious
injuries or death.
NOTICE
■ This symbol indicates dangers that can cause
damage to property.
► The measures indicated can avoid damage
to property.
2.3
Symbols in Text
This symbol refers to a chapter in this
instruction manual.
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Overview
3.1
Blower
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1 Nozzle
Directs and concentrates the airstream.
2 Blower Tube
Directs the airstream.
3 Intake Screen
Protects the operator from moving parts
inside the blower.
4 Battery Compartment
Accommodates the battery.
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