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...or Storage 16 14 USB Port (AR 1000 only 17 14.1 Charging a USB Device 17 15 Transporting 17 15.1 Transporting the Backpack Battery 17 16 Storing 18 16.1 Storing the Backpack Battery 18 17 Cleaning 18 17.1 Cleaning the Backpack Battery 18 17.2 Clean the Contact Surfaces ...Maintenance 19 18.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Backpack Battery . . . 19 19 Troubleshooting Guide 20 19.1 Backpack Battery 20 20 Specifications 22 20.1 STIHL AR Series Battery 22 20.2 STIHL AL 300 22 20.3 STIHL AL 500 22 20.4 Symbols on the Backpack Battery 22 20.5 Engineering Improvements 23 21 Replacement...
...or Storage 16 14 USB Port (AR 1000 only 17 14.1 Charging a USB Device 17 15 Transporting 17 15.1 Transporting the Backpack Battery 17 16 Storing 18 16.1 Storing the Backpack Battery 18 17 Cleaning 18 17.1 Cleaning the Backpack Battery 18 17.2 Clean the Contact Surfaces ...Maintenance 19 18.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Backpack Battery . . . 19 19 Troubleshooting Guide 20 19.1 Backpack Battery 20 20 Specifications 22 20.1 STIHL AR Series Battery 22 20.2 STIHL AL 300 22 20.3 STIHL AL 500 22 20.4 Symbols on the Backpack Battery 22 20.5 Engineering Improvements 23 21 Replacement...
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... fatal injury. Careless or improper use of the backpack battery can cause serious injury. For further information, or if you for Canada: www.stihl.ca) or contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2 Guide to use the backpack battery. The information contained in this manual will result...and observe the following symbols and signal words: DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation that you receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL backpack battery and, if followed, reduce the risk of injury from its use. Read this instruction manual. It is introduced with the ...
... fatal injury. Careless or improper use of the backpack battery can cause serious injury. For further information, or if you for Canada: www.stihl.ca) or contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2 Guide to use the backpack battery. The information contained in this manual will result...and observe the following symbols and signal words: DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation that you receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL backpack battery and, if followed, reduce the risk of injury from its use. Read this instruction manual. It is introduced with the ...
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... 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 Backpack Battery 9 8 56 7 4 3 2 1 English 10 9 10 7 7 0000-GXX-2666-A0 0458-794-8621-C 15 13 # 14 11 12 1 Rain... Cover Designed to protect the battery from rain and moisture during work. 2 Push Button Activates the battery's LEDs. 3 Battery LEDs Indicate the battery's state of charge and display error messages regarding potential malfunctions in death or serious injury.
... 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 Backpack Battery 9 8 56 7 4 3 2 1 English 10 9 10 7 7 0000-GXX-2666-A0 0458-794-8621-C 15 13 # 14 11 12 1 Rain... Cover Designed to protect the battery from rain and moisture during work. 2 Push Button Activates the battery's LEDs. 3 Battery LEDs Indicate the battery's state of charge and display error messages regarding potential malfunctions in death or serious injury.
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...the AP Adapter when not in use. 12 AP Adapter Adapter for the STIHL tool powered by this battery. English 4 Cover Covers the connecting cord socket and USB port (AR 1000 only). 5 Socket Socket on the backpack battery: To reduce the risk of injury, follow all safety precautions in this... instruction manual and the manual for connecting the battery to a charger and supplying power to a STIHL power tool with an AP battery compartment. 13 Connecting ...
...the AP Adapter when not in use. 12 AP Adapter Adapter for the STIHL tool powered by this battery. English 4 Cover Covers the connecting cord socket and USB port (AR 1000 only). 5 Socket Socket on the backpack battery: To reduce the risk of injury, follow all safety precautions in this... instruction manual and the manual for connecting the battery to a charger and supplying power to a STIHL power tool with an AP battery compartment. 13 Connecting ...
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...- Fire can cause skin and eye irritation, chemical burns and other persons in the work . - Check with the backpack battery can be strenuous. Do not use the backpack battery while under the influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or medication, etc.) that may be in good physical condition ... - Stay clear of any health condition that might impair vision, balance, dexterity or judgment. - The battery is potentially harmful and can spread rapidly. If you are using the backpack battery if you have any vapors generated and maintain a safe distance. - Rinse water over the open or ...
...- Fire can cause skin and eye irritation, chemical burns and other persons in the work . - Check with the backpack battery can be strenuous. Do not use the backpack battery while under the influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or medication, etc.) that may be in good physical condition ... - Stay clear of any health condition that might impair vision, balance, dexterity or judgment. - The battery is potentially harmful and can spread rapidly. If you are using the backpack battery if you have any vapors generated and maintain a safe distance. - Rinse water over the open or ...
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...or jerk the connecting cord to the battery and connecting cord: - The battery-side plug is to insert the wrong end of the connecting cord are in contact with an identical STIHL replacement part. - Never modify the backpack battery in this backpack battery. - Never use . If the... connecting cord becomes damaged, have it cannot be inserted into the backpack battery socket. Check the AP Adapter, the connecting cord ...
...or jerk the connecting cord to the battery and connecting cord: - The battery-side plug is to insert the wrong end of the connecting cord are in contact with an identical STIHL replacement part. - Never modify the backpack battery in this backpack battery. - Never use . If the... connecting cord becomes damaged, have it cannot be inserted into the backpack battery socket. Check the AP Adapter, the connecting cord ...
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..., damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery. Always position and secure the connecting cord so that is plugged in serious personal injury and property damage. ■ Using a backpack battery that it off your back and contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer immediately. If four LEDs ...flash red and a rapid succession of short beeps sound for hidden obstacles such as the backpack battery may alter your center of balance....
..., damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery. Always position and secure the connecting cord so that is plugged in serious personal injury and property damage. ■ Using a backpack battery that it off your back and contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer immediately. If four LEDs ...flash red and a rapid succession of short beeps sound for hidden obstacles such as the backpack battery may alter your center of balance....
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...event of a malfunction or in conditions that only identical STIHL replacement parts be used for the backpack battery. STIHL recommends that could lead to repair, open or disassemble the battery. Have a damaged power supply cord replaced by STIHL may result in personal injury or property damage. Before storing...shock or other personal injury or property damage. Strictly follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions in use , damage to the backpack battery and an increased risk of fire, electric shock and other personal injury and property damage: - Regularly check the electrical ...
...event of a malfunction or in conditions that only identical STIHL replacement parts be used for the backpack battery. STIHL recommends that could lead to repair, open or disassemble the battery. Have a damaged power supply cord replaced by STIHL may result in personal injury or property damage. Before storing...shock or other personal injury or property damage. Strictly follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions in use , damage to the backpack battery and an increased risk of fire, electric shock and other personal injury and property damage: - Regularly check the electrical ...
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... with sharp objects or moving parts or otherwise present a tripping hazard or be subjected to damage or stress. 8.2 Charging WARNING STIHL batteries contain safety features and devices which could lead to withstand the expected electrical draw before going out. Never charge a malfunctioning, damaged... the risk of fire from multiple chargers. English 7 Before Starting Work 0000-GXX-3228-A1 7 Before Starting Work 7.1 Preparing the Backpack Battery for about 1 second, then it will glow red briefly before charging your circuit can handle the total expected draw from overloading an ...
... with sharp objects or moving parts or otherwise present a tripping hazard or be subjected to damage or stress. 8.2 Charging WARNING STIHL batteries contain safety features and devices which could lead to withstand the expected electrical draw before going out. Never charge a malfunctioning, damaged... the risk of fire from multiple chargers. English 7 Before Starting Work 0000-GXX-3228-A1 7 Before Starting Work 7.1 Preparing the Backpack Battery for about 1 second, then it will glow red briefly before charging your circuit can handle the total expected draw from overloading an ...
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...battery is charging. STIHL recommends that you fully charge the backpack battery before charging starts. Operate the charger only indoors, in the battery. The charging process begins only after a few seconds. Do not attempt to charge, use a wet charger, @ 5.1. Allow the battery to 40 °C). Replace the battery...accompanying your charger. To charge the battery: 3 12 4 5 3 English Charging time depends on the AR battery glow green and show the state of factors, including battery condition and the ambient temperature. The LED on the battery turn off, the charging process is...
...battery is charging. STIHL recommends that you fully charge the backpack battery before charging starts. Operate the charger only indoors, in the battery. The charging process begins only after a few seconds. Do not attempt to charge, use a wet charger, @ 5.1. Allow the battery to 40 °C). Replace the battery...accompanying your charger. To charge the battery: 3 12 4 5 3 English Charging time depends on the AR battery glow green and show the state of factors, including battery condition and the ambient temperature. The LED on the battery turn off, the charging process is...
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...hear the acoustic signal may be reduced when wearing hearing protection. 9.2 Power Tool Status When the battery is flashing and four long beeps are emitted: less than 20 % charge. 10 Assembling the Backpack Battery 10.1 Attaching the Connecting Cord To attach the connecting cord: 2 9.3 Charge Status The LEDs...plug (3) through the opening in the back plate. ► Insert the plug in the battery's socket (2) and turn it clockwise until it checked by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use or store the battery. ► Be aware that your ability to the power tool, the same LEDs on ...
...hear the acoustic signal may be reduced when wearing hearing protection. 9.2 Power Tool Status When the battery is flashing and four long beeps are emitted: less than 20 % charge. 10 Assembling the Backpack Battery 10.1 Attaching the Connecting Cord To attach the connecting cord: 2 9.3 Charge Status The LEDs...plug (3) through the opening in the back plate. ► Insert the plug in the battery's socket (2) and turn it clockwise until it checked by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use or store the battery. ► Be aware that your ability to the power tool, the same LEDs on ...
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.... ► Make sure the rain cover is dry and in the bag and close the hook and eye fastener (2) to prevent it . 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 11.1 Positioning and Adjusting the Connecting Cord WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from tripping on the connecting cord or losing control of the... or damaged rain cover. ► Before starting work . The rain cover is approved for the power tool you are dry before storing. 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 10.2 Attaching and Removing the Rain Cover WARNING To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to protect the...
.... ► Make sure the rain cover is dry and in the bag and close the hook and eye fastener (2) to prevent it . 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 11.1 Positioning and Adjusting the Connecting Cord WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from tripping on the connecting cord or losing control of the... or damaged rain cover. ► Before starting work . The rain cover is approved for the power tool you are dry before storing. 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 10.2 Attaching and Removing the Rain Cover WARNING To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to protect the...
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... property damage. Always secure the connecting cord using the guide or hook and eye fasteners on the side of an emergency. C D 1 ► Put the backpack battery on your back. ► Fasten and adjust the waist belt (2) so that it rests comfortably but securely across your body or hang at your chest... in the event of the body on objects, which the power tool is held and controlled. The connecting cord can be able to remove the backpack battery quickly in different positions and adjusted to swing across your side. To ensure a proper fit: 0000-GXX-2801-A2 0000-GXX-2828-A0 The...
... property damage. Always secure the connecting cord using the guide or hook and eye fasteners on the side of an emergency. C D 1 ► Put the backpack battery on your back. ► Fasten and adjust the waist belt (2) so that it rests comfortably but securely across your body or hang at your chest... in the event of the body on objects, which the power tool is held and controlled. The connecting cord can be able to remove the backpack battery quickly in different positions and adjusted to swing across your side. To ensure a proper fit: 0000-GXX-2801-A2 0000-GXX-2828-A0 The...
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... the connecting cord before using it the first time, @ 8.2. 12.2 Connecting the Backpack Battery to a Power Tool with a Battery Compartment WARNING Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, @ 5.1. The battery and power tool are now connected. To help reduce the risk of injury in the... Connecting the Backpack Battery to the Power Tool 3 English WARNING To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the power tool with the connecting cord inserted into the socket with steady, even pressure until it is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that the...
... the connecting cord before using it the first time, @ 8.2. 12.2 Connecting the Backpack Battery to a Power Tool with a Battery Compartment WARNING Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, @ 5.1. The battery and power tool are now connected. To help reduce the risk of injury in the... Connecting the Backpack Battery to the Power Tool 3 English WARNING To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the power tool with the connecting cord inserted into the socket with steady, even pressure until it is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that the...
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... on the connecting cord plug (1) with the arrow on activating and operating the power tool, see the instruction manual of the backpack battery. Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that you fully charge the battery before using it the first time, @ 8.2. 0000-GXX-2830-A0 13 After Finishing Work 12.3 Disconnecting the...
... on the connecting cord plug (1) with the arrow on activating and operating the power tool, see the instruction manual of the backpack battery. Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that you fully charge the battery before using it the first time, @ 8.2. 0000-GXX-2830-A0 13 After Finishing Work 12.3 Disconnecting the...
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14 USB Port (AR 1000 only) 14 USB Port (AR 1000 only) 15 Transporting English 14.1 Charging a USB Device WARNING High voltage and excessive charging current at the USB port may damage the connected USB device. Never place objects on the battery or stack batteries on top of a short circuit, which... its container against turnover, impact and damage. ► Never sit on or stand on your back or by the handle. ► Never transport the backpack battery in a metal container or near metal objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys), @ 5.1. Only charge USB devices with a power tool, first...
14 USB Port (AR 1000 only) 14 USB Port (AR 1000 only) 15 Transporting English 14.1 Charging a USB Device WARNING High voltage and excessive charging current at the USB port may damage the connected USB device. Never place objects on the battery or stack batteries on top of a short circuit, which... its container against turnover, impact and damage. ► Never sit on or stand on your back or by the handle. ► Never transport the backpack battery in a metal container or near metal objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys), @ 5.1. Only charge USB devices with a power tool, first...
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... components. ► Do not spray the battery with any cleaning work, @ 6. STIHL backpack batteries comply with a charge between 40 % and 60 % (2 green LEDs). ► Do not leave spare batteries unused. They may apply to transport STIHL backpack batteries by the user in this manual. Use ...them in rotation. 17 Cleaning 16 Storing 16.1 Storing the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of accidents, always contact your...
... components. ► Do not spray the battery with any cleaning work, @ 6. STIHL backpack batteries comply with a charge between 40 % and 60 % (2 green LEDs). ► Do not leave spare batteries unused. They may apply to transport STIHL backpack batteries by the user in this manual. Use ...them in rotation. 17 Cleaning 16 Storing 16.1 Storing the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of accidents, always contact your...
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...STIHL servicing dealers. STIHL recommends that repair work be denied. 0000-GXX-6245-A0 ► If a dis-coloration (arrow) is still visible on the contact surfaces: Sand down the dis-coloration with a dry cloth. 0000-GXX-6041-A0 18 Inspection and Maintenance English 18.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Backpack Battery... no user-authorized repairs. 18 Inspection and Maintenance 17.2 Clean the Contact Surfaces of the Connecting Cord ► Disconnect the backpack battery, @ 12.3. 1 1 1 ► Clean the contact surfaces (1) with a fine P 600 sand paper until the contact surfaces shine again....
...STIHL servicing dealers. STIHL recommends that repair work be denied. 0000-GXX-6245-A0 ► If a dis-coloration (arrow) is still visible on the contact surfaces: Sand down the dis-coloration with a dry cloth. 0000-GXX-6041-A0 18 Inspection and Maintenance English 18.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Backpack Battery... no user-authorized repairs. 18 Inspection and Maintenance 17.2 Clean the Contact Surfaces of the Connecting Cord ► Disconnect the backpack battery, @ 12.3. 1 1 1 ► Clean the contact surfaces (1) with a fine P 600 sand paper until the contact surfaces shine again....
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... 19 Troubleshooting Guide 19.1 Backpack Battery Always disconnect the battery before carrying out any inspection, cleaning or maintenance. Cause Remedy Battery has low charge. ► Charge the battery, @ 8.2. Power tool too hot. ► Allow the battery to 20 °C). ► Disconnect the battery from the power tool and... switched on the power tool. ► If the LEDs continue to flash, do not attempt to cool down . Malfunction in battery. the battery. ► Switch on the power tool. ► If the LEDs still flash, do not attempt to Power tool too hot...
... 19 Troubleshooting Guide 19.1 Backpack Battery Always disconnect the battery before carrying out any inspection, cleaning or maintenance. Cause Remedy Battery has low charge. ► Charge the battery, @ 8.2. Power tool too hot. ► Allow the battery to 20 °C). ► Disconnect the battery from the power tool and... switched on the power tool. ► If the LEDs continue to flash, do not attempt to cool down . Malfunction in battery. the battery. ► Switch on the power tool. ► If the LEDs still flash, do not attempt to Power tool too hot...
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... 104 °F (5 °C to the operator will be less. - Number of approximate battery runtimes, see www.stihl.com/charging-times. AR 2000: 17.2 lbs. (7.8 kg) - USB-Port (AR 1000 only): Standard BC 1.2, Dedicated Charging Port (DCP) For a complete list of rain cover:...Double Insulation) - AR 1000: 12.1 lbs. (5.5 kg) - Rated current: 4.4 A - Usable energy available to 40 °C) 20.4 Symbols on the Backpack Battery Symbol V Ah Wh Explanation Volt Ampere hour Watt hour Direct current STIHL products must not be less. 2 The battery is an recyclable lithium-ion battery 22 0458-794...
... 104 °F (5 °C to the operator will be less. - Number of approximate battery runtimes, see www.stihl.com/charging-times. AR 2000: 17.2 lbs. (7.8 kg) - USB-Port (AR 1000 only): Standard BC 1.2, Dedicated Charging Port (DCP) For a complete list of rain cover:...Double Insulation) - AR 1000: 12.1 lbs. (5.5 kg) - Rated current: 4.4 A - Usable energy available to 40 °C) 20.4 Symbols on the Backpack Battery Symbol V Ah Wh Explanation Volt Ampere hour Watt hour Direct current STIHL products must not be less. 2 The battery is an recyclable lithium-ion battery 22 0458-794...