5 Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation
■ The electrical contacts on the hedge trimmer can corrode
if they are damp. This can damage the hedge trimmer.
► Push the retaining latch into position
.
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of the
socket.
► Store the hedge trimmer in a clean and dry condition.
4.10 Cleaning, Maintenance and Repairs
WARNING
■ The hedge trimmer may start unintentionally if the
connecting cable plug remains inserted during cleaning,
maintenance or repair operations. This can result in
serious injuries and damage to property.
► Push the retaining latch into position
.
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of the
socket.
■ Aggressive cleaning agents, high pressure cleaners or
pointed objects can damage the hedge trimmer and
cutting blades. If the hedge trimmer or cutting blades are
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■ If the hedge trimmer or cutting blades are not serviced or
■ The user can be cut while cleaning or servicing the sharp
5.1
Perform the following steps before starting work:
► Make sure the following components are in a safe
► Check the battery as described in the STIHL AR battery's
► Recharge the battery fully as described in the STIHL AL
► Clean the hedge trimmer, @ 14.1.
► Check the controls, @ 9.1.
not cleaned correctly, components may no longer function
properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative.
This can result in serious injuries.
► Clean the hedge trimmer and cutting blades as
described in this instruction manual.
repaired correctly, components may no longer function
properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative.
This can result in serious or fatal injuries.
► Service or repair the hedge trimmer and cutting blades
as described in this instruction manual.
cutting blades. This can result in personal injury.
► Wear work gloves made of durable material.
5 Preparing Hedge Trimmer for
Operation
Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation
condition:
– Hedge trimmer, @ 4.6.1.
– Cutting blades, @ 4.6.2.
– Battery as described in the STIHL AR battery's
instruction manual or in the instruction manual for the
"AP belt bag with connecting cable".
instruction manual or in the instruction manual for the "AP
belt bag with connecting cable".
charger's instruction manual.
► If 3 LEDs on the battery flash red while you are checking
the controls: Pull connecting cable plug out of the
socket and contact your STIHL servicing dealer.
There is a malfunction in the hedge trimmer.
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